How Leading Risk Adjustment Coding Companies Protect Medicare RAF Accuracy in 2026
In the ever-evolving landscape of value-based care, 2026 marks a watershed moment for Medicare Advantage plans and healthcare providers. The transition to the CMS-HCC Model V28 is now 100% complete, effectively ending the transition era and introducing a more rigorous, specificity-driven environment. For healthcare organizations, this shift isn’t just a "coding update"—it’s a financial and operational turning point. Organizations that fail to adapt risk a "revenue cliff," with projected RAF score drops of 5% to 15% due to the elimination of over 2,000 legacy codes. At 3Gen Consulting , we recognize that protecting your Medicare RAF (Risk Adjustment Factor) accuracy requires more than just submitting codes; it requires a strategic partnership with elite risk adjustment coding companies that combine AI-driven precision with human expertise. Here is how leading companies are safeguarding accuracy and compliance in 2026. 1. Navigating the V28 Transition: The End of ...