Lexology November 27, 2017
On November 16, 2017, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released a proposed rule that would revise regulations and clarify requirements for the Medicare Advantage (MA) and Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit (Part D) programs. In a separate, earlier alert, we summarized key proposed changes to the Part D program. This summary focuses on select proposed MA program changes. CMS will accept comments on the proposed rule through January 16, 2018.
In a separate, earlier alert, we summarized key proposed changes to the Part D program.2 This summary focuses on select proposed MA program changes that, if adopted, would affect Medicare Advantage Organizations (MAOs), health care providers, Medicare beneficiaries, and various other individuals and entities.
Compliance Program Changes
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