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UnitedHealthcare 2027 Medicare Plans Focus on Affordability, Simplicity and a More Connected Healthcare Experience

Business Wire•01/10/2026•07:00 ET
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Key Highlights

  • ➤Approximately 90% of eligible consumers will have a $0 premium Medicare Advantage option
  • ➤All members will have access to $0 primary care, preventive care and Tier 1 drug copays
  • ➤UnitedHealthcare D-SNPs will reach approximately 74% of dual-eligible individuals
  • ➤UnitedHealthcare C-SNPs will reach approximately 48 million Medicare-eligible individuals
  • ➤Enhanced UCard enables real-time utilities payments for qualifying D-SNP members

Expert Statements

Bobby Hunter, President of UnitedHealthcare

“Millions of Americans rely on Medicare Advantage because it delivers unmatched value, quality and peace of mind designed for the real needs of people.”

Bobby Hunter, President of UnitedHealthcare

“As those needs continue to evolve, our responsibility is not only to protect the benefits they have today, but also to help build a Medicare experience that is simpler, more connected and easier to navigate.”

Bobby Hunter, President of UnitedHealthcare

“By combining innovative technologies, strong provider partnerships and a relentless focus on affordability, we are committed to making healthcare more personalized and more sustainable for the people we serve.”

UnitedHealthcare 2027 Medicare Plans Focus on Affordability, Simplicity and a More Connected Healthcare Experience

* Delivering the core benefits consumers rely on most, including broad access to $0 premium plans, $0 primary care visits and affordable prescription drug coverage

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