Reasons for declining or not fully providing information included concerns that current measures confuse consumers or are incomplete. If more consumers insist on participation, more plans will have to provide information. It really says something about a plan when they shirk accountability altogether. It also tells you how a plan compares to regional and national averages. Check a health plan's accreditation status by the National Committee for Quality Assurance.
Full accreditation is best.
Those with one-year or provisional status have a way to go. Those denied, under review or with discretionary status should be avoided. Detroit Free Press and may not be republished without permission.