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Alignment Healthcare Maintains High 2026 Star Ratings from Medicare, 100% of Members Enrolled in Plans Rated 4 Stars or Higher for Second Consecutive Year
Medicare Advantage company adds second 5-star HMO contract in Nevada, Texas HMO earns 4.5 stars in first year ORANGE, Calif., Oct. 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE)
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[{"type":"text","content":"Medicare Advantage company adds second 5-star HMO contract in Nevada, Texas HMO earns 4.5 stars in first year\nORANGE, Calif., Oct. 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alignment Healthcare, Inc. (NASDAQ: ALHC) announced today that 100% of its Medicare Advantage (MA) members are enrolled in plans rated 4 stars or higher for the second consecutive year, according to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). This achievement underscores Alignment’s consistent delivery of high-quality, member-centered care and affirms its position as a standout performer in a rapidly evolving MA landscape. “For the second year in a row, every Alignment member is enrolled in a plan rated 4 stars of higher – a powerful reflection of our commitment to delivering care that is both high-quality and deeply responsive to seniors’ needs,” said John Kao, founder and CEO of Alignment Healthcare. “These ratings exemplify Medicare Advantage done right, closing care gaps while meeting the evolving needs of a growing aging population.” Key Highlights of Alignment Health Plan’s 2026 Star Ratings: 100% of members are in plans rated 4 stars or higher for the second consecutive year.Its California HMO contract – representing 81% of total membership – has maintained a 4-star rating or higher for nine straight years, reflecting consistent excellence in the company’s largest market.Alignment now offers two 5-star HMO contracts in Nevada, underscoring its ability to scale high-quality care.Its HMO contract in Nevada and North Carolina retained its overall 5-star rating for the fourth year running.In its first year eligible, Alignment’s Texas HMO contract earned 4.5 stars, demonstrating the replicability of the company's high-quality outcomes across markets. “Alignment’s continued outperformance under increasingly rigorous CMS criteria speaks to the strength of our model and the dedication of our teams,” said Dawn Maroney, president of Alignment Healthcare and CEO of Alignment Health Plan. “These ratings are more than metrics; they represent our investment in services that matter most to seniors, from closing care gaps to preserving benefits like transportation that others are scaling back.” Every year, CMS publishes the MA (Medicare Part C) and Medicare Part D Star Ratings on Medicare.gov to help beneficiaries, their families and caregivers compare the quality and per...