Stars Unscripted With Jenn Kerfoot

S1 E8 Magic 8-ball Says... Check Back In October

• Season 1 • Episode 8

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.