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Sep 29, 2026

Medicare Advantage premiums projected to drop over 16% in 2027

CMS projects Medicare Advantage premiums will decrease more than 16% in 2027, according to newly released data showing insurers continue adapting to pressure in the privatized Medicare program.

Sep 29, 2026·2 sources
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Jan 1, 2026

Medicare Part B Premiums Rise to $202.90 in 2026 as Cost Changes Take Effect

Medicare 2026 changes include Part B premium increases, Part D redesign, IRMAA surcharge adjustments, and new out-of-pocket cost caps.

Jan 1, 2026·2 sources
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Top claims

  • ▪Johns Hopkins research indicates that nearly 3 million seniors had to find new Medicare Advantage coverage for 2026 after losing access to their previous plans
  • ▪The CMS-projected 16% decrease in average Medicare Advantage premiums for 2027 is driven in part by lower premiums for special needs plans, which may underestimate premium changes for the general enrollment population
  • ▪The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services stated on September 29, 2026, that plan projections historically understate actual Medicare Advantage enrollment

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