Number of providers taking downside risk is growing

There's somewhat of a disconnect for consumers between a plan's star rating and how that plan differs from another, says John Barkett, managing director at BRG's Healthcare Transactions and Strategy practice.

Behind-the-scenes artificial intelligence running unsanctioned or misconfigured third-party apps can introduce data leakage, says Lookout CTO David Richardson. These computers need "to be controlled and protected as any other."

David Bender, counsel at Reed Smith's Healthcare Practice Group, discusses why MA star ratings could alter bonus payments and potentially spur plan exits.