Why fewer seniors are expected to enroll in Medicare Advantage next year — and opt for original Medicare instead
1. Medicare Advantage enrollment may drop to 34 million by 2026. 2. Projected market share declines from 50% to 48% for Medicare Advantage. 3. CMS believes enrollment will be stable despite projections of decline. 4. Rising healthcare costs may influence beneficiaries' choices away from Medicare Advantage. 5. Long-term trends suggest continued growth in Medicare Advantage market share.