# Fluctuating Star Ratings and Medicare Advantage Bonuses

## TL;DR

This study looks at how changes in star ratings affect Medicare Advantage bonuses.

## Contribution

It investigates the link between fluctuating star ratings and bonus payments in Medicare contracts.

## Key findings

- Contracts crossing the bonus threshold were more likely to receive payments.
- Fluctuating ratings may influence bonus eligibility and payment outcomes.

## Abstract

This study examines whether Medicare contracts that repeatedly crossed the bonus-eligible threshold were more likely to receive bonus payments.