If you’re tempted to ditch your Medicare Advantage plan, you’re not alone. Here’s when it’s a good idea and how to go about it. BY CHRISTY BIEBER Medicare coverage doesn’t just mean signing up for government insurance. In fact, more than half of Medicare recipients now get their coverage through a Medicare Advantage plan, or
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UnitedHealth’s collapse reveals the flaw at the heart of Medicare Advantage
The nation’s largest insurer is stumbling from crisis to crisis. In early April, market analysts touted UnitedHealth Group as a “tariff safe haven.”And why not? The Trump administration had just announced an increase in payments to Medicare Advantage plans in 2026. Surely profits would likewise increase for UnitedHealth — not only the nation’s largest insurer,
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Open enrollment season is a critical time of year. It’s a window during which you can make significant decisions about your healthcare coverage, often with long-lasting financial and medical implications. Yet many employees and individuals approach it casually or wait until the last minute, which can lead to costly open enrollment mistakes. Selecting the wrong
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As the health insurance landscape continues to evolve, being prepared for the upcoming Open Enrollment Period (OEP) in Arizona is crucial. Whether you are currently uninsured, looking to switch plans, or interested in verifying that your existing policy still meets your needs, taking a proactive approach can save you time, money, and stress. The Open
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NOVEMBER 26, 2024 The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services announced Tuesday it is pursuing further limits on Medicare Advantage plans’ use of prior authorization and artificial intelligence as “barriers to care.” Continue reading: https://www.mcknights.com/news/breaking-cms-proposes-more-medicare-advantage-guardrails
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