Aetna Reports 69% of Medicare Advantage Members in Top-Rated Plans
Aetna says more than 69% of its Medicare Advantage members are enrolled in plans rated 4 stars or higher by CMS for 2027.
Aetna, a CVS Health company, announced Thursday that more than 69 percent of its Medicare Advantage members are enrolled in plans carrying a 4-star or higher rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services for the 2027 plan year, reflecting what the insurer characterized as strong clinical quality and member experience performance.
The CMS star ratings system grades Medicare Advantage plans on a 5-point scale, evaluating factors such as preventive care, chronic disease management, and customer service. Plans rated 4 stars or above are generally considered high-performing and can qualify for additional federal bonus payments, which insurers may use to offer richer benefits to enrollees.
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The announcement positions Aetna among insurers seeking to demonstrate competitive standing ahead of the annual Medicare open enrollment period, during which beneficiaries can switch plans. Star ratings are a primary benchmark consumers and advisers use when comparing Medicare Advantage options, making the figures a closely watched marketing and operational metric across the industry.
Aetna's parent company, CVS Health, trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker CVS. The Hartford, Connecticut-based health insurer serves millions of Medicare-eligible Americans through its Medicare Advantage portfolio, and star-rating outcomes can have material implications for plan revenue and member retention in a competitive marketplace.
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