“MA penetration expected to top 64% by 2034”

 

MA penetration expected to top 64% by 2034, analysis finds,” by Adam Healy, McKnights Home Care

“Growing Medicare Advantage enrollment shows no signs of slowing down, according to a new analysis by KFF. Meanwhile, home health providers continue to struggle under inadequate payment rates offered by MA payers. … Many home care providers have reported challenges as a result of rising MA penetration. MA plans generally pay far less for home health services compared with traditional Medicare.”

LTC Comment, Stephen A. Moses, President, Center for Long-Term Care Reform:

Is traditional Medicare on the way out? How will home care fare?