Medicare Advantage star ratings drop again

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Top Story Medicare Advantage Star Ratings Drop Again For 2025, the average star rating for Medicare Advantage Prescription Drug contracts was 3.92, compared to 4.07 for 2024, 4.14 for 2023 and 4.37 for 2022. Sponsored Battle of the Budget: Employers vs. Rising Healthcare Costs Presented by Personify Health Join our webinar on October 24th at 1pm ET and hear from the panel as they discuss how employers are tackling the intricate challenges posed by rising healthcare costs while prioritizing employee health and well-being.

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