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Stars Unscripted | Plan Preview 2 Deep Dive with Nate Lucena & Reva Sheehan
In this episode of Stars Unscripted, host Jenn Kerfoot is joined by Nate Lucena (President & Managing Director at Rex Wallace Consulting) and Reva Sheehan (SVP of Health Solutions at Duos) for a timely breakdown of Plan Preview 2 and what it means for Medicare Advantage Star Ratings in 2026.
They explore:
The difference between Plan Preview 1 and Plan Preview 2 and why Preview 2 is the "dress rehearsal" for final ratings.
How cut points shape performance outcomes and what health plans must watch closely.
Real-world stories of surprises, challenges, and last-minute saves during preview season.
Strategic insights on leveraging Preview 2 results to drive improvement, avoid pitfalls, and prepare for October’s final release.
Leadership lessons on cross-functional accountability, data rigor, and turning setbacks into opportunities.
👉 Whether you’re on a Stars team, a senior leader, or a solutions partner, this episode provides practical advice and insider perspectives to help navigate one of the most critical times of the year for Medicare Advantage organizations.
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By Jenn KerfootStars Unscripted | Plan Preview 2 Deep Dive with Nate Lucena & Reva Sheehan
In this episode of Stars Unscripted, host Jenn Kerfoot is joined by Nate Lucena (President & Managing Director at Rex Wallace Consulting) and Reva Sheehan (SVP of Health Solutions at Duos) for a timely breakdown of Plan Preview 2 and what it means for Medicare Advantage Star Ratings in 2026.
They explore:
The difference between Plan Preview 1 and Plan Preview 2 and why Preview 2 is the "dress rehearsal" for final ratings.
How cut points shape performance outcomes and what health plans must watch closely.
Real-world stories of surprises, challenges, and last-minute saves during preview season.
Strategic insights on leveraging Preview 2 results to drive improvement, avoid pitfalls, and prepare for October’s final release.
Leadership lessons on cross-functional accountability, data rigor, and turning setbacks into opportunities.
👉 Whether you’re on a Stars team, a senior leader, or a solutions partner, this episode provides practical advice and insider perspectives to help navigate one of the most critical times of the year for Medicare Advantage organizations.