What rating must a plan receive to get an LPI status?

To achieve an LPI (Low Performing Indicator) status, a plan must consistently receive a star rating of 2.5 or below for three consecutive years. This rating reflects a sustained level of performance that is below the acceptable threshold, indicating chronic issues in certain aspects of the plan's delivery and quality of care.

The LPI status serves as a critical alert for both regulatory bodies and potential enrollees about the ongoing challenges within the plan. It highlights a need for improvement and can trigger additional oversight or requirements for the plan to address its deficiencies.

The other choices do not represent the criteria for LPI status. A higher star rating or one that fluctuates above 2.5 would indicate better performance and would not classify the plan as low performing.