Key Upcoming Dates

May 8, 2026 | Key Medicare Advantage dates
MA organizations with D-SNP look-alike plans submit CY2027 transition plans to CMS.
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.