Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Georgia announced that the Company’s 2019 Medicare Advantage PPO plans, which will be offered in many counties throughout Georgia, are rated 4 Stars by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, with five stars being the best rating. CMS’ Medicare Star Ratings gives health plans scores for the quality and performance of their services.

“These Star Ratings results recognize the innovative products and services consumers can expect from Anthem’s Medicare Advantage health plans,” said Tomas Orozco, President of Anthem’s East Medicare Region. “We understand the dynamic needs of the Medicare-eligible population, and as such, the Company will continue to develop solutions that will make it simpler for consumers to improve their health and well-being. In addition, we have been fortunate to collaborate with care providers in our network who play an important role in helping us deliver an enhanced healthcare experience for individuals enrolled in our health plans.”

The Company’s Anthem MediBlue Access (PPO) and Anthem MediBlue Access Basic (PPO) Medicare Advantage Plans are rated 4 Stars in 2019.

The CMS’ Medicare Star Rating system rates the quality and performance of Medicare Advantage plans to help consumers and their families compare plans. Medicare Advantage plans are rated on their ability to:

• Help members stay healthy

• Assist members in managing chronic conditions

• Ensure positive member experiences with their health plan

• Achieve member satisfaction

• Provide effective customer service

Additionally, Medicare Advantage and Medicare Prescription Drug Plans that provide drug services are rated on how well they provide prescription-related coverage along a number of factors: customer service, member complaints, member experience with drug plan, and drug safety.