Managed Care Under the Microscope: Medicare Advantage Overreach and Its Ripple Effects

Today, more than half of Medicare-eligible beneficiaries—nearly 35 million Americans—are enrolled in Medicare Advantage (MA) plans. These plans promise efficiency and added benefits compared to traditional Medicare, but a growing trend of MA payment delays and care denials is fueling concerns about insurer overreach. What’s behind this surge in MA overreach, and what does it mean for providers and…