Top U.S. Health Insurers Skip J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference Again in 2026

For the second consecutive year, leading U.S. health insurers such as Centene, Cigna, CVS Health, Humana, Molina Healthcare, and Oscar Health will not formally present at the J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference, a key event for healthcare investors. UnitedHealth Group and Elevance Health also remain absent, consistent with their usual non-participation. This trend highlights a shift in participation dynamics at the industry’s prominent investor forum. The J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference continues to be held in San Francisco’s Financial District, known for its crowded conditions and high hotel costs, which has led to increased offsite meetings among attendees. The reduced presence of major insurers at the conference may affect the dissemination of strategic insights and market signals typically shared during the event. This development reflects a broader reassessment within the healthcare industry regarding the value and logistics of such large-scale investor gatherings. Insurers and other healthcare stakeholders are evaluating alternative platforms and methods for investor engagement amid evolving industry and market conditions.