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CMS Raises 2026 Medicare Advantage Reimbursement, Adjusts Drug Coverage Policies

CMS increases 2026 Medicare Advantage reimbursement rates to 5.06%, easing insurer pressures while adjusting policies on obesity drug coverage and billing practices.

UnitedHealth Group Faces Medicare Advantage Utilization and Payment Challenges in Q1 2025

UnitedHealth Group's Q1 2025 earnings reveal increased Medicare Advantage care utilization and regulatory payment changes impacting financial performance, highlighting challenges in the evolving health insurance market.

UnitedHealth Reports Q1 Earnings Miss, Stock Takes Historic Tumble

Discover why UnitedHealth Group's stock experienced its largest decline in over 20 years following Q1 earnings that fell short of Wall Street expectations. Learn more about the factors influencing its financial performance and future outlook.

Medicare Advantage in Upstate New York Faces Financial Strain Amid Wage Index Changes

In upstate New York, Medicare Advantage plan beneficiaries face possible cuts in benefits and increases in costs due to changes in the Medicare wage index. Learn about the legislative efforts to mitigate this issue.

CMS Issues Transformative Final Rule for Medicare Programs Effective 2026

The CMS final rule effective 2026 will modernize Medicare Advantage and Part D, enhancing drug coverage and establishing more robust regulatory frameworks.

Regence BlueShield Discontinues Medicare Advantage Plans in Asotin County

Regence BlueShield pulls Medicare Advantage plans from Asotin County, impacting hundreds of beneficiaries seeking new coverage options and highlighting issues in healthcare access and costs.

Humana Launches $250M Fixed-Income Offering, Partners With Icon Health to Boost Senior Care

Humana's new $250M Fixed-Income Offering and partnership with Icon Health aim to enhance senior care and boost market performance, despite facing challenges in maintaining competitive growth and managing regulatory pressures.

CMS Finalizes 2026 Medicare Advantage and Part D Policies, Boosts Payments

CMS has finalized 2026 policies for Medicare Advantage and Part D, including significant payment increases and improved risk adjustment models, aimed at enhancing healthcare quality for U.S. seniors.

Navigating the 2024 Medicare Advantage Final Rule: Strategies for Success

Explore how the 2024 Medicare Advantage Final Rule impacts hospitals and the strategic adjustments necessary for compliance. Learn about the importance of the Two-Midnight Rule, enhanced provider-payer collaborations, and the role of technology in optimizing healthcare outcomes.

Medicare Advantage Plans See Rate Increase; Insurer Stocks Surge

Health insurer stocks rise as Medicare Advantage payment for 2026 is expected to increase by over 5%.