UnitedHealth will no longer offer Medicare Advantage plans in 109 U.S. counties in 2026, impacting 180,000 members due to rising costs and reimbursement pressures. The company’s government programs director cited CMS funding cuts and increased healthcare costs as factors. UnitedHealth will still operate in most states but faces a $4 billion risk in insurance profits in 2026 due to regulatory changes. The company will close over 100 plans, affecting about 600,000 members, mostly in rural areas, to streamline operations and ensure sustainability.

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