Core Viewpoint - Humana reported that approximately 20% of its members are enrolled in Medicare Advantage plans rated 4 stars and above for 2026, which positively impacted its stock price by 3.1% to $254.68. The company also noted an increase in members in 4.5-star plans from 3% in 2025 to 14% in 2026, aligning with its expectations for the preliminary star ratings [1][2]. Group 1: Star Ratings and Financial Impact - Plans with higher star ratings result in increased government payments to insurers, potentially amounting to hundreds of millions or billions of dollars [2]. - The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) assigns star ratings from one to five for Medicare Advantage plans, with five being the highest. Humana expressed dissatisfaction with its 2026 ratings but aims to achieve top quartile results for the 2027 ratings [3]. Group 2: Industry Trends and Company Outlook - The 2026 star ratings will influence insurers' revenues in 2027. Humana, along with CVS Health and UnitedHealth Group, plans to reduce Medicare Advantage offerings due to anticipated decreases in government reimbursement [4]. - Humana reaffirmed its annual adjusted profit forecast of approximately $17 per share [4].

(Bloomberg) -- Humana Inc. shares jumped after the company affirmed its earnings guidance for 2025, reassuring investors who have been blindsided by insurance companies’ outlook cuts this year. The company said its preliminary view of Medicare quality ratings are in-line with its assumptions in a filing Thursday. Some of the ratings were inadvertently disclosed on a Medicare website, it said. Humana shares rose as much as 8.2% on the news, the most since July. The Louisville, Kentucky-based insurer is f ...

Humana said on Thursday it has about 20% of its members currently enrolled in Medicare Advantage plans rated 4 stars and above for 2026, based on preliminary data. ...

This story was originally published on Healthcare Dive. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily Healthcare Dive newsletter. Dive Brief: Humana will have 20% of its Medicare Advantage members in plans rated 4 stars or above in 2026, down slightly from 2025 but in line with internal expectations, the insurer disclosed Thursday. Humana — the second largest MA carrier in the country — did see an improvement in members in plans rated 4.5 stars or above. Next year, 14% of Humana’s MA ...

Key Takeaways Humana's premiums grew 8.6% in 1H 2025, fueled by Medicare Advantage and state-based program gains.Insurance segment revenues are projected to reach at least $123B in 2025, with CenterWell topping $21.5B.Despite strong cash reserves, rising operating costs and a high benefit ratio weigh on Humana's margins.Humana Inc. (HUM) is well-poised to grow on increasing premiums, strategic acquisitions, an aging population in the United States and solid cash generation capacity. Headquartered in Louisvi ...

Leading health insurers announced Wednesday that they will scale back their Medicare Advantage offerings next year as the health insurance industry braces for decreases in government reimbursement. The U.S. government has been cutting back payments on Medicare Advantage since 2024 to reduce spending. Medicare Advantage is a privately-run insurance program that serves people aged 65 and above as well as those with disabilities.CVS Health's Aetna insurance business said its prescription drug plans will be ava ...

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Humana said on Wednesday about 83% of stand-alone prescription drug plans for 2026 will offer a premium decrease. ...

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