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Insights & Perspectives
Insights & perspectives features MCRA Member contributions, organizational updates, and informed viewpoints on the issues influencing healthcare today. It’s where MCRA Members share expertise, progress, and perspective.
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Why Q3 Is the Most Expensive Quarter to Ignore for Healthcare Payers
Discover why Q3 is a critical window for healthcare payers to reduce configuration debt, prevent claims rework, and lower costs before January volume hits.
11 minutes ago4 min read


Medicaid Work Requirements: Understanding Exemptions and Protecting Patients
Medicaid work requirements are expected to start January 2027, with narrower exemptions than anticipated. Learn how life sciences companies, plans, and providers can support patients.
Aug 63 min read


Post-Clover and 2027 QBP Re-Calculation: What Could Be Next for MA Stars?
CMS will be re-calculating 2027 QBP ratings following the May 2026 Clover ruling. Avalere Health experts share insights on potential future directions for the MA Star Rating program.
Jul 223 min read


Part B Negotiated Drug Prices: How MA Plans Should Prepare
Part B drugs will be subject to IRA price negotiation for the first time in 2028, introducing new payment uncertainties for Medicare Advantage plans.
Jul 174 min read


How can MCOs Prepare for Medicaid Community Engagement (Work) Requirements?
New Medicaid community engagement requirements are on the horizon, bringing significant operational and compliance considerations for Medicaid managed care organizations (MCOs). Read the full analysis to learn how MCOs can position themselves for success in a rapidly evolving Medicaid landscape.
Jul 103 min read


Predictably Unpredictable: Medicare Risk Adjustment
Avalere Health shares the third episode of One the Record. Episode 3 examines the evolving world of Medicare risk adjustment, where shifting regulations, audit activity, and payment methodologies continue to create both challenges and opportunities for health plans. Learn what’s driving the uncertainty, what organizations should be watching, and how to prepare for what comes next.
Jul 11 min read
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