Prepare for the CMR Completion Rate’s Return to Star Ratings

October 2026

Upcoming changes to Medicare Star Ratings will put comprehensive medication reviews (CMRs) back in the spotlight.

These “medication checkups” can lead to better patient care...improve adherence...and reduce adverse events and overall costs.

That’s partly why Medicare is bringing back the CMR Completion Rate as a Star Ratings quality measure...and plans will again be rated on how many eligible patients get a CMR beginning with 2029 ratings.

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Prepare for the CMR Completion Rate’s Return to Star Ratings

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