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Seniors, SNPs, and CMS. A Primer on SNPs and the Upcoming 2025PY CMS Final Rule.

By Emily Dykstra Often seniors find the Medicare landscape difficult to navigate. Considering all the differences in plan availability by region and carrier, different programs and costs, some seniors, especially those with limited financial resources, can easily choose coverage that does not best suit their needs. This is especially salient...
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What is on the horizon for Medicare Advantage and its supplemental benefit offerings?

By Arielle Elliott The growth of Medicare Advantage in the last decade has reached a new milestone. More than half of all Medicare eligibles are enrolled in Medicare Advantage. To put the speed of this growth in perspective, in 2017, approximately 19 million individuals were enrolled in MA plans (33%...
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Dental Benefits Reign Supreme for Duals

By: Emily Dykstra Duals are Medicare members who receive both Medicare and Medicaid benefits due to low-income status. Often Duals have unique needs compared to general Medicare members, which is why Deft has done a deep dive into their importance and the preferences they have for supplemental benefits available in...
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The Dental Dilemma: Maximizing Health and Tailoring Coverage to Elevate Health and Experiences

For payers, ensuring comprehensive healthcare coverage for beneficiaries is critical for gaining new members, retaining current members, and ensuring a high-quality member experience. Dissatisfaction with dental coverage and care is often a driver of shopping, but not always switching as consumers are often hard pressed to find a better alternative....
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The Inflation Reduction Act: A Comprehensive Approach to Lowering Prescription Drug Costs

By: Leah Turner The rising cost of prescription drugs is a critical issue in the United States, impacting seniors and families across the nation. The Biden-Harris Administration has shown its interest in remaining steadfast in their commitment to making essential medications more affordable through the Inflation Reduction Act. In a...
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