The Medicare Advantage landscape is entering one of its most consequential periods in years. With the 2027 Medicare Advantage Final Rule now released, health plans face immediate implications tied to margin pressure, intensified oversight, and heightened expectations for performance and compliance.
For Medicare Advantage leaders, this isn’t a moment for high‑level headlines or wait‑and‑see strategies. It’s a moment for clarity, prioritization, and decisive action. That’s why RISE is hosting a complimentary, expert‑led webinar on Wednesday, April 29 from 12:00–1:15 PM ET, designed to help health plans cut through complexity and focus on what matters most right now.
What’s changed and why it matters
The 2027 Medicare Advantage Final Rule ushers in a new operational reality for Medicare Advantage organizations. From risk adjustment model changes and Star Ratings recalibration to more stringent Special Supplemental Benefits for the Chronically Ill (SSBCI) requirements and evolving sales and marketing regulations, the scope of impact is broad and immediate.
For many plans, these changes will directly affect:
- Financial forecasting and margin sustainability
- Coding accuracy and risk adjustment performance
- Quality strategy and Star Ratings outcomes
- Compliance readiness and audit risk
- Benefit design and member engagement strategies
A practical, action‑oriented session built for health plans
Unlike surface‑level rule summaries, the RISE webinar is designed to deliver actionable guidance and real‑world perspective. Known for peer‑to‑peer connection and pragmatic insights, RISE is bringing together experienced industry leaders to help plans translate policy changes into strategic priorities.
During this 75‑minute session, attendees will gain clarity on:
- The key provisions of the 2027 Medicare Advantage Final Rule
- How finalized changes differ from earlier proposals—and why that distinction matters
- The operational and financial implications health plans must address now
- Near‑term actions and decision points to remain competitive and compliant
Learn directly from industry experts
The discussion will be led by:
Ana Handshuh
Principal at CAT5 Strategies
Melissa Smith
Founder of Newton Smith Group
Both speakers bring deep Medicare Advantage expertise and a clear, candid perspective on how health plans can respond to regulatory change without losing sight of performance and growth. Attendees will also have access to exclusive Q&A time, providing the opportunity to dive deeper into the topics that matter most to their organization alongside industry peers.
Who should attend
This webinar is ideal for:
- Medicare Advantage executives and senior leaders
- Compliance, regulatory, and legal teams
- Quality, Stars, and risk adjustment leaders
- Finance, strategy, and operations professionals
- Product and benefit design teams
Don’t miss this opportunity
Join RISE on Wednesday, April 29, from 12:00–1:15 PM ET, for a timely, practical discussion that goes beyond the headlines and into the actions that matter now. Reserve your spot today and prepare your organization for what’s next.