Key Upcoming Dates

Late May 2026 | Key Medicare Advantage dates
Qualification determinations provided to CY2027 applicants for new contracts or service area expansions.
May 22, 2026 | Key Medicare Advantage dates
CMS issues preliminary approvals/rejections for D-SNP lookalike transitions.
May 29, 2026 | Key Medicare Advantage dates
Submission period begins for plans to submit CY2027 marketing materials and communication materials, as applicable, to CMS for review via the HPMS Marketing Module.
May 29, 2026 | Key Medicare Advantage dates
Model of Care (MOC) renewal submissions due for D-SNPs, I-SNPs and C-SNPs with MOC approvals ending December 31, 2026.
June 1, 2026 | Key Medicare Advantage dates
Deadline for all MA and Part D plans to submit in HPMS (1) CY2027 bids and formulary files and (2) contract non-renewals and service area reductions for CY2027.