Humana turns $694M Q2 profit amid Medicare Advantage, CenterWellgrowth

by Becker’s Payer Issues, Elizabeth Casolo | Jul 29, 2026 | Industry News, Medicare, Medicare Advantage

Humana reported a $694 million profit for the second quarter, up more than 27% year over year, according to its July 29 earnings report. Revenue reached $40.8 billion, a 26% increase from the same period in 2025, driven by Medicare membership growth, higher per-member...

Senate Rejects Effort to Halt Medicare AI Prior Authorization Pilot

by Healthcare Finance | Jul 17, 2026 | AI, Industry News, Medicare

The Senate rejected an effort Thursday to terminate a Medicare pilot that uses artificial intelligence and other technologies to review prior authorization requests for certain services. In a 46-50 vote, the Senate rejected a motion to proceed to Senate Joint...

Five Key Facts About Spending and Enrollment for People with Medicare and Medicaid(Dual-Eligible Individuals)

by KFF | Jul 15, 2026 | Industry News, Medicaid, Medicare

There are approximately 12 million people enrolled in both Medicare and Medicaid, who are also known as dual-eligible individuals. Compared with people who are only covered by Medicare or Medicaid, this group is more likely to report being in fair or poor health and...

Beyond Benefits: Why Financial Wellness Belongs in Medicare Plan Conversations

by Agent & Advisor | Jul 6, 2026 | A&A, Industry News, Medicare, Medicare Advantage

Medicare plan conversations rarely stay confined to premiums and plan designs for long. More often, they open the door to bigger questions about affordability, stability, and how healthcare costs fit into the rest of the retirement picture. As a licensed agent, you...

New Bill Would Cap Traditional Medicare Out-of-Pocket Costs at $5000

by AJMC | Jun 29, 2026 | Industry News, Medicare

Key Takeaways A $5,000 annual out-of-pocket cap would add catastrophic financial protection to traditional Medicare, harmonizing benefit design with Medicare Advantage and most private insurance coverage. Projections estimate 3.2 million beneficiaries would benefit in...

Future-Proofing Health: Medicare Plan Decisions in Retirement Planning

by Agent & Advisor | Jun 24, 2026 | A&A, Industry News, Medicare, Medicare Advantage

Retirement dreams often center on travel, family, and enjoying a newfound freedom. Yet an unexpected medical crisis can dismantle a lifetime of disciplined saving in a matter of days. As insurance agents who focuses on Medicare plan products, you can help your...