Data Gaps Which Need to Be Filled in Medicare Advantage
All beneficiaries of Medicare can enroll in Medicare Advantage as an alternative if they need private insurance. Currently, Medicare Advantage makes up over one-half all individuals enrolled in Medicare. Estimates from the Center for American progress show that the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services overpays Medicare Advantage plans by between 22% to 39%. This year, overpayments total between $83 billion and $127 billion. This is despite the fact that there’s no substantial evidence that this program promotes health equity for its enrollees or enhances health-care quality. Considering this, there is need for the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services…
