Agency Finds That MA Plans Generally Offer Supplemental Benefits But CMS Has Limited Data on Utilization

Agency Finds That MA Plans Generally Offer Supplemental Benefits But CMS Has Limited Data on Utilization

The Government Accountability Office (GAO) released a report on supplemental benefits offered by Medicare Advantage (MA) plans. About 49 percent of Medicare enrollees are enrolled in private MA plans which have the flexibility to offer additional or supplemental benefits not covered under traditional Medicare. These supplemental benefits can include health-related benefits such as dental and vision, new primarily health-related benefits… (McClurg, February 2, 2023) #Dental Health, #Medicare Advantage, #Nutrition