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BREAKING

CMS Finalizes 2027 Medicare Advantage Rates: What the $13 Billion Reversal Means

CMS finalized a 2.48% net MA payment increase for 2027.

April 7, 2026 • Sarah Chen-Watkins
ANALYSIS

Insurer Stocks Surged 9% After CMS Rate Announcement. Who Really Benefits?

Stocks popped. But what does the $13B increase mean for your coverage?

April 7, 2026 • Sarah Chen-Watkins
EXPLAINER

The $2,000 Medicare Out-of-Pocket Cap: What It Covers, What It Does Not

Part D drug costs are capped at $2,000/year. Here is what you need to know.

April 7, 2026 • SeniorWire
RISK ALERT

Houston Medicare Risk Report: 4 BCBS Plans Rated 2.5 Stars in Harris County

Four BCBS Texas plans carry just 2.5 stars - the danger zone for plan exits.

April 7, 2026 • Sarah Chen-Watkins

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