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Quality Bonus Payment

Part C / Advantage

Extra payments that Medicare makes to Medicare Advantage plans that receive 4 or 5 stars in CMS's Star Ratings system. Plans that earn bonus payments can use the funds to offer richer benefits or lower premiums.

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Star Ratings

Part C / Advantage

A 1–5 star quality rating system that CMS uses to measure how well Medicare Advantage and Part D plans perform. Ratings are based on measures including member experience, customer service, and managing chronic conditions. Higher-rated plans may receive bonus payments.

Also known as: CMS Star Ratings, Quality ratings

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