Medical Associates Medicare Plans Rated Among Nation’s Best by CMS
Medical Associates Health Plans has once again earned top ratings in the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) annual star quality ratings, reaffirming our commitment to exceptional care and service for our Medicare members.
CMS
According to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services 2026 Star Quality Ratings, Medical Associates Medicare plans in Iowa and Illinois received 5 out of five (5) stars for overall quality and service, CMS’ highest rating. Medical Associates Wisconsin Medicare plan earned 4.5 out of five (5) stars, CMS’ second highest rating. For fifteen consecutive years (2012-2026), Medical Associates Medicare plans have been rated 4.5 stars or higher.
Star Ratings Make Choices Easier
CMS developed the Medicare Star Quality Ratings to help beneficiaries compare health plans and identify those who consistently deliver high-quality care and service. The overall star rating combines scores for the types of services each plan offers. For plans covering health services, the overall score for the quality of those services covers topics that fall into five categories: staying healthy, managing chronic (long-term) conditions, member experience with the health plan, member complaints and changes in the health plan’s performance, and health plan customer service. A 5-star Medicare plan is identified by CMS as providing high quality and value for Medicare beneficiaries. Every year, Medicare evaluates plans based on a 5-star rating system.
Our top ratings reflect Medical Associates Health Plans’ continued commitment to its members and to the community. Members have convenient access to customer service, quality improvement, disease management, claims processing, and a 24-hour nurse phone line.
“This recognition is a reflection of the care, compassion, and dedication our teams show every day,” stated Zach Keeling, Chief Executive Officer of Medical Associates Clinic and Health Plans. “We’re proud to serve our communities with a continued focus on delivering exceptional care and improving the well-being of every patient and member.”
NCQA
In addition to Medical Associates’ high ratings by CMS, the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA), rated Medical Associates Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin Medicare plans an Excellent rating of 4.5 stars. NCQA also rated Medical Associates Health Plans commercial plans with an Excellent rating of 4 stars.
NCQA’s Health Insurance Plan Ratings 2025–2026 compare the quality and services of health plans in the United States and provide consumers with a practical and meaningful guide to understanding their healthcare options and choosing the best health plans for themselves and their families.
About Medical Associates Health Plans
Medical Associates Health Plans is a unique provider-owned, regional health plan that has served employers and members in multiple states across the Midwest for over 40 years. It offers a wide range of flexible employer health plans, high-quality and low-cost Medicare plans, Third Party Administrative services, and a team of highly trained professionals who collaborate closely with local providers to coordinate care to help their members receive the highest-quality care at the most affordable price. For more information, visit www.mahealthplans.com.
