The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) announced its 2025 quality ratings, and again this year recognized Excellus BlueCross BlueShield for its Medicare Advantage plans. This is the 12th consecutive year the health plan has ranked above average or higher for its Medicare Advantage plans for member satisfaction and quality performance in clinical care. Recognition from CMS comes in the form of Medicare Star ratings.
CMS awarded the Excellus BCBS Medicare Advantage PPO plan 4 out of 5 stars, the Medicare HMO plan 4 out of 5 stars, and the Medicare Part D prescription drug plan 4.5 stars out of 5 stars.