UnitedHealth stock edges up near $290 as Medicare Advantage shakeout returns to spotlight
UnitedHealth shares rose 0.5% to $289.57 Thursday, outperforming a weaker U.S. market after new research showed nearly 3 million Medicare Advantage members must switch plans in 2026. The study found rural enrollees face higher disruption rates, with UnitedHealthcare accounting for 14% of forced switches. Investors are watching upcoming Medicare Advantage payment decisions for 2027. UnitedHealth’s Change Healthcare unit remains under scrutiny after a 2024 cyberattack.