Medicare Advantage Overcharges Targeted Under New Trump Plan
From KFF Health News — Feb 3rd, 2026
Medicare Advantage insurers are pushing back against a CMS proposal that would hold 2027 payment rates nearly flat and curb the use of chart reviews, a practice long criticized for driving overpayments.
Spencer Perlman of Veda Partners said the administration appears serious about addressing excess billing, even as industry groups warn the changes could lead to benefit cuts. CMS says the proposal would protect taxpayers and improve payment accuracy, with a final decision expected this spring.
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