Former NFL players criticize ‘totally fabricated’ Pro Football Focus ratings
Former NFL Players Critique PFF Rankings A couple of ex-NFL stars are making their feelings known about the player rankings from Pro Football Focus (PFF). JJ Watt, a former five-time All-Pro defensive end now working as an analyst for CBS, and Chris Long, who had a solid 11-season career in the league, have spoken candidly […]
Top Health Insurer Faces Legal Setback Regarding Medicare Advantage Ratings
Legal Setback for Humana in Coverage Denial Case Humana, a significant player in the health insurance industry, faced a setback on Tuesday regarding its attempt to deny coverage as mandated by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This recent rating could cost Humana a substantial amount in federal bonus payments. With around 70 […]
Humana’s attempt to contest 2025 Medicare Advantage ratings fails.
Humana’s Medicare Advantage Plan Ruling On October 14, a U.S. judge ruled against Humana Inc. in its attempt to challenge the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) regarding the star ratings for Medicare Advantage plans. This decision comes with potential financial implications for health insurers, as these ratings impact millions in government bonus payments. […]
Winners and losers from the 2026 Medicare Advantage star ratings
Diving overview: In 2026, the average star rating for Medicare Advantage remained relatively stable after several years of decline, which is encouraging for an industry facing concerns about quality metrics. The performance of leading insurance companies showed differences. UnitedHealthcare maintained a steady percentage of members in four-star or higher plans, while Humana and Aetna saw […]
Health agency unveils 2026 quality ratings for Medicare plans
This illustration, captured on June 27, 2024, displays two American flags alongside a medical product. Reuters/Dado Ruvic/Illustration [1/2]This illustration shows the American flag and medical supplies, taken on June 27, 2024. Reuters/Dado Ruvic/Illustration On October 9, the U.S. government unveiled its Quality Assessment for Medicare Health Care and Prescription Drug Plans for 2026. This assessment […]
Clover Health Discusses 2026 Medicare Advantage Star Ratings and Path to Increased Profitability by 2027
Clover Health Investments Highlights Growth and Star Ratings Clover Health Investments Corporation (Nasdaq: CLOV), a company focused on enhancing healthcare access for Medicare recipients, has shared insights following the release of the 2026 Star ratings by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). The star ratings are a crucial aspect as they will impact […]
Jimmy Kimmel’s Ratings Drop Back to Poor Levels
Jimmy Kimmel’s Ratings Struggle The ratings for Jimmy Kimmel have taken a nosedive once again, following a brief hiatus last month. During this pause, he made headlines by criticizing Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk. Kimmel, for context, had previously been viewed unfavorably by many, particularly for his comments regarding Trump supporters. In the second […]
CNN and MSNBC See Ongoing Decline in Ratings
News Ratings Shift During Trump’s Second Term During Donald Trump’s initial term, cable news outlets like MSNBC and CNN benefited from his controversial presence, drawing in viewers on the left. However, as Trump makes his return, these networks seem to be struggling significantly. They’ve been caught in what some might call a “ratings death spiral.” […]
Apple Ratings: Apple Stock (AAPL) Falls on Varied iPhone Demand Trends
Shares of Apple Inc. have dropped today amid concerns that the enthusiasm for the new iPhone 17 may be waning. It slows down momentum Edison Lee, an analyst at Jefferies, noted that the initial surge of interest in the new model, which was introduced earlier this month, seems to be fading. He maintains a holding […]
Kimmel loses 64% of viewers following brief ratings increase
Kimmel’s Ratings Take a Nosedive Following Controversy Jimmy Kimmel’s recent ratings boost was, unfortunately, quite brief. The host of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” faced significant backlash after making comments related to Charlie Kirk’s alleged assassin, which didn’t sit well with many. After some intervention from Disney, Kimmel returned to the show last Tuesday with an emotional […]