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MA plans' LTSS supplemental benefits have untapped potential
Despite a 2018 rule allowing more LTSS supplemental benefits in Medicare Advantage, the share of plans offering them has gone down.
Health Insurance Marketplace premiums to grow 18%: KFF
Payers expect Health Insurance Marketplace premiums to generally increase in 2026 as they face higher costs, utilization and staffing challenges, according to a new KFF analysis.
DOJ Oks UnitedHealth, Amedisys deal on divestiture conditions
DOJ said UnitedHealth and Amedisys could move ahead with the $3.3B acquisition as long as they both divest at least 164 of their home health and hospice facilities.
Blue Shield of CA adds drug price transparency to member app
Blue Shield of California said the drug price transparency tool will promote a better consumer experience and enable comparison shopping for members.
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Latest News
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Top stats on Medicare Advantage enrollment, costs in 2025
Two new analyses from KFF identify key trends in Medicare Advantage enrollment and costs in 2025, including lower premiums and growth in special needs plans.
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High Part D premium hikes in CMS' crosshairs for 2026 bids
CMS said it has, for the first time, rejected some standalone Medicare Part D standalone plan sponsors because they imposed significant premium increase.
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UnitedHealth faces DOJ investigation after fraud accusations
DOJ has launched an investigation into UnitedHealth Group after several reports that the payer engaged in inappropriate billing in the Medicare Advantage program.
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Humana to reduce prior authorizations for outpatient services
Humana will eliminate a third of prior authorizations for outpatient services by 2026 and publicly report its prior authorization metrics in an effort to increase transparency.
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As healthcare premiums rise, consumers might feel the pinch
Two reports detail healthcare premium hikes for 2026, which can impact consumers through higher costs and limited employer coverage options.
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Payers buy more primary care practices, boost MA penetration
A new study shows that payers have significantly integrated with primary care practices, especially in markets with higher Medicare Advantage penetration.
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UnitedHealthcare's provider search tool hinges on consumerism
UnitedHealthcare designed its provider search tool to fulfill the growing demands of healthcare consumerism while nudging the user toward high-value providers.
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Key features of a health insurance member portal
Member portals will be key as health insurance companies adjust to healthcare consumerism and prioritize better member experiences.
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How this payer achieved mental health parity accreditation
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota says it achieved URAC's mental health parity accreditation because it employs a dedicated team focused on mental health access.
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Exploring Transparency in Coverage schema 2.0, prescription drug prices
Federal agencies unveiled updates to Transparency in Coverage, mandating a new technical schema that promises to improve data and floating prescription drug price transparency.