CMS Releases Final CY 2027 Medicare Advantage And Part D Final Rule

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services released the final calendar year 2027 Medicare Advantage and Part D final rule. Key changes include refocusing on the Star Ratings measure set, rewarding sustained high performance, reducing regulatory burden, strengthening prescription drug protections and clarifying requirements to combat waste and abuse. The Missouri Hospital Association published an issue brief with additional details.