Bonus: Star Rating Report 2026

Bonus: Star Rating Report 2026

Author: Sponsored by HealthEdge October 15, 2025 Duration: 13:16
The 2026 Medicare Advantage and Part D Star Ratings are out—and they reveal more than just who earned 5 stars. Beneath the numbers lies a clear message: CMS is reshaping what quality means, shifting the balance from member satisfaction to measurable outcomes and data precision. Plans that once thrived on experience scores are now facing tougher cut points, new ECDS-only measures, and the rise of HOS as a major performance driver. This episode unpacks what changed, why it matters, and wh...

Tune in to Current Trends For Payers for a grounded conversation about the forces reshaping health insurance and government-sponsored health plans. Sponsored by HealthEdge, this podcast moves beyond surface-level news to examine the operational backbone required to navigate today's complex landscape. Each episode features direct dialogue with industry experts who understand that real progress hinges on the infrastructure behind the scenes. You'll hear specific discussions on practical areas like leveraging BPaaS and new technology, strengthening data security, and refining core administration processes. We also delve into the critical human elements of care management and member engagement, alongside the metrics that matter, including risk adjustment and HEDIS and Star quality measures. Whether it's strategies for start-up growth or adapting to regulatory shifts, the focus remains on actionable insights that can lead to better business outcomes and, fundamentally, a higher quality of care for members. This is a resource for professionals seeking a deeper understanding of the systems and trends that define success in the payer space.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 44

Current Trends For Payers
Podcast Episodes
Digital Tactics For Member Engagement [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:34
“There’s a whole new range of possibilities for interacting with members through digital medium.” Marketing and communications in the Medicare Advantage space have evolved significantly in the past five years. Leaving be…
Next Generation Care Management Technology [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:15
"The only way to proactively identify and manage members with rising risk is by connecting care teams with real time data, analytics, and predictive models." In this episode, we explore the origins of care management, re…
Future of Stars [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:51
“Maintain the spirit of continual improvement across the organization. Even though there is uncertainty, CMS rewards heavily for improvement year over year.” 2021 was the first year that CMS shifted away from clinical me…