Changes from the Inflation Reduction Act are one factor driving up medical costs for UnitedHealth Group.
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UnitedHealthcare and York, Pa.-based WellSpan Health remain at odds over a new contract as their current deal is set to expire Oct. 31, ABC affiliate WHTM reported Oct. 14.
UnitedHealth Group posted nearly $6.1 billion in net income during the third quarter of 2024, a 3.7% increase year over year.
The Blue Cross Blue Shield Association, along with the 33 independent BCBS companies, have agreed to pay $2.8 billion to settle antitrust claims from healthcare providers, marking the largest settlement of its kind in the healthcare industry.
The Medicare annual enrollment period has begun, marked by significant changes in the Medicare Advantage market.
Michigan has awarded nine health plans contracts to manage its Medicaid program for individuals dually-eligible for Medicare and Medicaid.
SCAN has tapped the former CEO of the Walt Disney Company, Bob Chapek, as a senior advisor to the organization.
Blue Shield of California is continuing its efforts to transform its pharmacy benefits.
UnitedHealth, Humana and Florida Blue saw the largest declines in average star ratings out of the 15 largest Medicare Advantage insurers by membership, according to an analysis from Chartis.
UPMC Health Plan has named Mary Beth Jenkins president and CEO, effective Jan. 1.