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PacificSource will cut about 300 roles across Oregon, Idaho, Montana and Washington, according to a spokesperson and notices filed with the government. The payer cited a “significant” drop in Medicaid membership across Lane County, Ore., as a driving force behind…

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City President and CEO Erin Stucky said she will retire by the end of 2026.  Ms. Stucky has been with the company for more than 30 years, including more than six years as…

The Cigna Group posted a $1.9 billion profit in 2025’s third quarter, up from $739 million during the same period last year, according to an Oct. 30 earnings release. Total revenue reached $69.7 billion, a 9.5% increase year over year,…

The ACA marketplace’s open enrollment period kicks off on Nov. 1, but HealthCare.gov and states have price previews already available. The shopping window will remain open until Jan. 15, 2026, but those assessing their coverage face uncertainty. The fate of…

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has paused payments for 14 high-risk Medicaid services for up to 90 days while a third-party audit is conducted. The state’s Department of Human Services has contracted with Optum, which will analyze Medicaid fee-for-service claims data…

Centene’s prescription drug plan enrollment is driving Medicare performance, contributing about half of the segment’s revenue, according to an Oct. 29 earnings call.  Centene’s premium and service revenue reached $44.9 billion in the third quarter of 2025. Medicare prescription drug…