PRACTICE AREA / MANAGED CARE
Managed care & clinical quality
Clinical oversight is most effective when utilization decisions, care transitions, and patient goals are considered together.
Utilization management and care coordination
For members and families, a utilization decision is not an abstraction. It affects the next appointment, the transfer plan, the available support at home, and the clarity of a denial or approval. Good oversight joins evidence-based review with timely communication and a workable transition.
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CURRENT BRIEFINGS
Policy and implementation
FINAL RULE / 2026
2027 Medicare Advantage & Part D
CMS adjusts Star Ratings, enrollment processes, and benefit administration.
Explore IMPLEMENTATION / 2026–27Prior authorization and interoperability
Operational requirements begin in 2026; API provisions generally follow in 2027.
Explore CLINICAL VIEWBeyond the discharge order
Practical questions for more reliable transitions across settings.
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