UnitedHealth Group stock rises on Medicare Advantage plan announcement
UnitedHealth Group's stock opened at EUR 337.70 in pre-market trading on October 6, 2026, marking a 0.24% increase from the previous close. This rise comes as UnitedHealthcare, a subsidiary of UnitedHealth Group, unveiled its 2027 Medicare Advantage plans, which aim to expand access and affordability for Medicare-eligible individuals.
According to a company release dated October 1, 2026, over 94% of Medicare-eligible individuals nationwide will have access to a UnitedHealthcare Medicare plan. Approximately 90% of eligible consumers with access to a UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage plan will have a zero-premium option. The plans also include zero-dollar primary care visits, preventive care services, and Tier 1 prescription drug copays for all members in 2027.
Additional features of the 2027 plans include access to Medicare Advantage HMO plans for approximately 95% of eligible individuals in UnitedHealthcare's service areas. The company's Dual Special Needs Plans will reach around 74% of dual-eligible individuals, while its Chronic Special Needs Plans will cover about 48 million Medicare-eligible individuals.