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Medicare Advantage and Medicare Prescription Drug Programs Expected to Remain Stable in 2026 The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is announcing that average premiums, benefits, and plan choices […]
By: Marilyn Schultz
Medicare Advantage and Medicare Prescription Drug Programs Expected to Remain Stable in 2026
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is announcing that average premiums, benefits, and plan choices for Medicare Advantage (MA) and the Medicare Part D prescription drug program are expected to remain stable in 2026. Average premiums are projected to decline in both the MA and Part D programs from 2025 to 2026. CMS is committed to ensuring these programs work for Medicare beneficiaries while maintaining access to high-quality, affordable healthcare options, safeguarding taxpayer dollars, and making sure beneficiaries have the information they need to make informed choices about what is best for them. [Read Full Release]