UnitedHealth posted a better-than-expected profit in the final quarter of 2024, but revenue fell short as challenges like Medicare funding cuts and a Medicaid enrollment drop hurt. Shares of the health care giant slid early Thursday after it released its first financial report since the brazen shooting of one of its executives outside a New York City hotel touched a national nerve and brought to the surface American frustration over health care access.

UnitedHealth posted a better-than-expected profit in the final quarter of 2024, but revenue fell short as challenges like Medicare funding cuts and a Medicaid enrollment drop hurt

UnitedHealth Group’s stock sinks after profit beat expectations but revenue missed for the first time in more than four years.

Medicare drug plans can now cover Eli Lilly & Co.’s obesity drug Zepbound as a treatment for obstructive sleep apnea, news that’s expected to prove a big boost for the drug company. The U.S ...

Adjusted per-share earnings in the fourth quarter for UnitedHealth top analysts’ estimates but revenue comes up short.

The four major Medicare parts (A, B, C, D) all offer some prescription drug coverage. Medicare Part D offers the most extensive outpatient prescription drug coverage ...

Adjusted per-share earnings in the fourth quarter for UnitedHealth top analysts’ estimates but revenue comes up short.

On the post-earnings call with analysts, Chief Executive Andrew Witty addressed the recent public backlash over high drug costs and transparency of coverage, particularly following killing of Brian Thompson, who headed the company's UnitedHealthcare unit. See: FTC takes fresh swipe at drug middlemen, says some prices marked up over 1,000%.

If you’re age 65 years or older, you can get Medicare coverage and choose from several options: Original Medicare with or without Part D, Medicare Advantage, or Original Medicare with Medigap.

Medicare premiums and deductibles increased in 2025 from 2024 levels, with Part B premiums rising by about 6%. To get the most from your plan, it’s important to understand your out-of-pocket ...

AARP is a well-known company that offers supplemental health insurance for senior citizens looking to fill gaps in their Medicare coverage. The company offers eight Medicare plans through United ...