On April 4, 2025, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued the Medicare Advantage & Part D Final Rule for the 2026 contract year (CY) concerning the Medicare Advantage (MA) program, the Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit Program (Part D), the Medicare Cost Plan Program, and Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (the […]
The Medicare Rights Center has submitted comments on the proposed Medicare Advantage and Part D rule for 2026 from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). This annual rule introduces critical provisions aimed at strengthening prior authorization standards, enhancing transparency, and improving access to accurate plan information for beneficiaries. We strongly support these reforms […]