Medicare's Star Rating System measures the performance of Medicare Advantage and Part D plans.  The Rating System scores how well plans perform in several categories:  quality of care and customer service.  Ratings range from 1.0 to 5.0 stars, with five being the highest and one being the lowest.   You can use the overall star rating to compare performance among several different plans but it's most important to make sure the plan you choose has your prescriptions covered their their formulary list.

Stage 1:  Rx Deductible:
The amount you must pay for health care or prescriptions, before Original Medicare, your Medicare drug plan, your Medicare Health Plan, or your other insurance begins to pay.  For example, in Original Medicare, you pay a new deductible for each benefit period for Part A, and each year for Part B. These amounts can change every year.