Quality performance continues to play a central role in the Medicare Advantage landscape. Two developments this month have underscored the operational importance of Star Ratings for health plans. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is projected to distribute more than $13 billion in Medicare Advantage quality bonus payments in 2026, reflecting the continued […] The post Medicare Advantage Star Ratings Remain in Focus as CMS Bonus Payments Top $13 Billion appeared first on MHK .