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UNITEDHEALTH GROUP ANNOUNCES EARNINGS RELEASE DATE
UnitedHealth Group will release its fourth quarter and full year 2024 financial results on Thursday, January 16, 2025, before the market opens, and will host a teleconference at 8:45 a.m. ET to discuss the results with analysts and investors.
UnitedHealth Group’s Response to the Wall Street Journal’s Recent Reporting on Medicare Advantage
UnitedHealth Group Responds to Misinformation
UnitedHealth Group today issued the following update.
UnitedHealth Group Provides Fact Sheet on Medical Claims
UnitedHealth Group today provided the following information regarding UnitedHealthcare’s medical claims approval rate.
UnitedHealth Group Statement on Today’s Events
We are deeply saddened and shocked at the passing of our dear friend and colleague Brian Thompson, the CEO of UnitedHealthcare.
UnitedHealth Group Updates Business Outlook Ahead of Investor Conference
UnitedHealth Group issued financial guidance ahead of its annual Investor Conference which takes place on December 4, beginning at 8:00 a.m. ET.
UnitedHealth Group to Host 2024 Investor Conference
UnitedHealth Group will host its annual Investor Conference for analysts and institutional investors in New York City on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, beginning at 8:00 a.m. EST.
Optum responds to Department of Justice lawsuit
Following the DOJ legal action aimed at blocking the proposed combination of Optum and Amedisys, Optum has issued the following statement.
Optum innovation can reduce median out-of-pocket costs to just $5 for specialty patients, helping to make medications more affordable and accessible
Optum Savings IQ™ enables automation of search and enrollment in financial assistance programs from all sources and helps to save patients more than $2,500 annually.
UnitedHealth Group Board Authorizes Payment of Quarterly Dividend
The UnitedHealth Group board of directors has authorized payment of a cash dividend of $2.10 per share, to be paid on December 17, 2024, to all shareholders of record of UNH common stock as of the close of business December 9, 2024.
UnitedHealthcare Expands Its Individual & Family Plans on the Health Insurance Marketplace to 30 States
UnitedHealthcare has announced a significant expansion of its Individual & Family Affordable Care Act Marketplace plans, now offering coverage in 30 states.
Tech advances improve risk assessment and breast cancer management
As we observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month, clinicians should be cognizant of ways technology is enhancing our ability to assess patients’ risk of developing breast cancer, and to drive appropriate diagnostic testing and treatment earlier.
Optum Rx deepens support for independent pharmacies with a focus on better health outcomes, enhanced access in rural areas
Today, millions of Americans live miles away from access to their essential medications, while skyrocketing drug prices, set by manufacturers, are squeezing reimbursement pharmacists receive when dispensing a drug. Low-income communities disproportionately lack access to pharmacies due to transportation barriers, systemic inequalities and distance. As a result, individuals in these communities have a harder time adhering to medication schedules and experience wider health disparities.
Optum Rx automates prior authorization process for prescription drugs to improve the patient and provider experience
Optum Rx PreCheck Prior Authorization reduces physician administrative burden and expedites prior authorization approvals.
UnitedHealth Group Reports Third Quarter Results
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) reported third quarter 2024 results reflecting broad-based growth in the number of people served by Optum and UnitedHealthcare.
UnitedHealthcare Commits $335,000 to Idaho Organizations To Expand Health Care Workforce and Access To Care
UnitedHealthcare today announced a $335,000 commitment in funding to Idaho organizations to help close gaps in care among underserved communities, including people in rural areas, individuals with chronic conditions and seniors.
UnitedHealthcare 2025 Medicare Advantage Plans Deliver Choice, Stability
UnitedHealthcare today introduced its 2025 Medicare Advantage plans, featuring more choice, broad access to care and stability in the most popular benefits to meet the evolving and varied needs of Medicare consumers.
A culture of care: United Health Foundation’s work to advance a diverse health workforce
The United Health Foundation's Diversity in Health Care Scholarship program provides scholarships to current and future health professionals from diverse backgrounds who want to make a difference in health care and improve their clinical skills and credentials.
Optum Rx Responds to FTC Action
PBMs, like Optum Rx, are the key counterweight to pharmaceutical companies’ otherwise unchecked monopoly power to set and raise drug prices.
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Kansas Awarded NCQA Health Equity Accreditation
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Kansas has been awarded Health Equity Accreditation by the National Committee for Quality Assurance.
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of New Mexico invests $250,000 to provide integrated health care services to K-12 students
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of New Mexico today announced a $250,000 investment in school-based health care provider Goodside Health to expand access to integrated physical and behavioral health care services to 50 New Mexico schools.
UNITEDHEALTH GROUP ANNOUNCES EARNINGS RELEASE DATE
UnitedHealth Group will release its third quarter 2024 financial results on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, before the market opens, and will host a teleconference at 8:45 a.m. ET to discuss the results with analysts and investors.
UnitedHealthcare Awards $114,500 to Seven Organizations to Address Social Drivers of Health in Iowa
UnitedHealthcare has awarded $114,500 to seven organizations aimed at improving health outcomes across Iowa.
UnitedHealth Group and Goodwill® Partner to Expand Career Pathways Training to Foster Healthier Communities
UnitedHealth Group and Goodwill Industries International today announced a three-year, $4.5 million strategic partnership to increase access to education and training, health-related social needs support and workforce development opportunities in 25 states through 38 Goodwill® organizations.
New America’s Health Rankings data brief highlights maternal and infant health disparities
Healthy women and children are the foundation of communities across the country – and it is critical to understand the disparities they face.
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of North Carolina Awarded NCQA Health Equity Accreditation
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of North Carolina announced it has been awarded Health Equity Accreditation by the National Committee for Quality Assurance.
UnitedHealthcare Selected by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration to Continue Serving Florida Medicaid Members
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Florida has been selected to serve Medicaid members in three regions in collaboration with the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration.
UnitedHealth Group’s Response to the Wall Street Journal
Setting the record straight on HouseCalls, Medicare Advantage and the demonstrably superior health outcomes and cost savings delivered to more than 33 million American seniors each year.
UnitedHealth Group Board Authorizes Payment of Quarterly Dividend
The UnitedHealth Group board of directors has authorized payment of a cash dividend of $2.10 per share, to be paid on September 24, 2024, to all shareholders of record of UNH common stock as of the close of business September 16, 2024.
UnitedHealth Group latest housing investment aims to improve health for veterans
UnitedHealth Group has invested $25 million as part of an effort to advance health equity for veterans experiencing homelessness and low and middle-income individuals.
UnitedHealthcare Selected by the State of Rhode Island to Continue Serving Medicaid Members
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Rhode Island has been selected by the State of Rhode Island to serve Medicaid members through the Medicaid Managed Care Services program.
UnitedHealth Group Reports Second Quarter Results
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) reported second quarter 2024 results reflecting broad-based growth at Optum and UnitedHealthcare.
Putting patients at the center of care
Health systems are increasingly moving toward value-based care, a model that prioritizes early intervention, rewards high-quality care, delivers better outcomes and drives lower costs. Caitlin Zulla, Optum Health East CEO, discussed what’s needed for a successful transition to value-based care at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania’s Health Care Business Conference in Philadelphia earlier this year.
UNITEDHEALTH GROUP ANNOUNCES EARNINGS RELEASE DATE
UnitedHealth Group will release its second quarter 2024 financial results on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, before the market opens, and will host a teleconference at 8:45 a.m. ET to discuss the results with analysts and investors.
UnitedHealthcare Invests $1 Million to Provide Integrated Health Care Services to K-12 Students in Texas
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Texas has announced a $1 million investment in school-based health care provider Goodside Health to conduct EPSDT (Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis and Treatment) wellness events in 200 schools located throughout Texas.
UnitedHealth Group Provides Updates on Annual Shareholder Meeting, Board Actions
UnitedHealth Group provided updates on its 2024 annual shareholder meeting and actions by its Board of Directors.
Revitalizing affordable, healthy housing in East Point, Georgia
UnitedHealth Group partnered with housing developer the Vecino Group, the National Affordable Housing Trust (NAHT) and the East Point Housing Authority (EPHA) on the $24 million redevelopment of a property that has been closed since 2004 and now includes 88 affordable one- and two-bedroom apartments for families earning between $30,000 and $40,000 annually.
UnitedHealthcare Invests $1.5 Million to Expand School-Based Health Care Services Across Iowa
UnitedHealthcare Community & State of Iowa has announced a $1.5 million investment in school-based telehealth to expand access to mental health care for K-12 students in Iowa.
New: America’s Health Rankings 2024 Senior Report reveals progress and ongoing challenges for older adults
The recently released 12th edition of the America’s Health Rankings® 2024 Senior Report provides a comprehensive view of the health of America’s older adults, capturing key trends, successes and challenges across 52 measures of health and well-being.
State of Kansas Selects UnitedHealthcare to Serve Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program Beneficiaries
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Kansas has been selected by the State of Kansas as one of three managed care organizations to administer KanCare, the statewide Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program, effective Jan. 1, 2025.
Optum Rx announces new pricing model to offer clients another transparent, predictable way to manage drug trend
Building upon Cost Made Clear payment solutions announced last year, Optum Rx continues to lead the industry with innovative, varied solutions that support demand for transparency and choice while addressing rising drug trend.
UnitedHealth Group releases 2023 Sustainability Report
UnitedHealth Group, in its newly released 2023 Sustainability Report, details progress in helping people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone.
UnitedHealth Group’s affordable housing investments surpass $1B
UnitedHealth Group has invested more than $1 billion in affordable housing, a major milestone in its ongoing commitment to advancing health equity.
The Arc and United Health Foundation Launch $2.5M Partnership to Tackle Mental Health Crisis for People with Disabilities
The United Health Foundation, the philanthropic foundation of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), has awarded The Arc of the United States a three-year, $2.5 million grant to improve mental health care for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
United Health Foundation Announces $2 Million Grant to Native American Connections to Establish Mobile Health Initiative
The United Health Foundation, the philanthropic foundation of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), today announced a three-year, $2 million grant partnership with Native American Connections (NAC).
United Health Foundation partners with Native American Connections to increase health care access
The three-year, $2 million grant partnership will provide integrated behavioral health and primary care for Native Americans and underserved individuals and families living in Phoenix, Arizona.
UnitedHealth Group Updates on Change Healthcare Cyberattack
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) is announcing support for people who may be concerned about their personal data potentially being impacted based on preliminary findings from the ongoing investigation and review of the data involved in the malicious criminal cyberattack on Change Healthcare.
UnitedHealthcare Selected to Serve Medicaid Members in Michigan Through the Comprehensive Health Care Program
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has selected UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Michigan as one of the nine managed care organizations to administer the Comprehensive Health Care Program (CHCP).
UnitedHealth Group Reports First Quarter Results
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) reported first quarter 2024 results reflecting broad-based growth at Optum and UnitedHealthcare, medical care activity consistent with expectations and the impact of the recent cyberattack on Change Healthcare.
UnitedHealthcare Provides $180,000 Investment to United Disabilities Services Foundation to Support Aging and Disability Services in Pennsylvania
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Pennsylvania has provided a $180,000 investment to the United Disabilities Services Foundation (UDSF) to support aging and disability services for adults across the state.
UnitedHealth Group launches new renewable energy investments to support emissions reduction targets
UnitedHealth Group is advancing a sustainable future through two new renewable energy initiatives: a 15-year virtual power purchase agreement (VPPA) with Ørsted and a separate investment in a renewable solar project owned by Swift Current Energy.
UNITEDHEALTH GROUP ANNOUNCES EARNINGS RELEASE DATE
UnitedHealth Group will release its first quarter 2024 financial results on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, before the market opens, and will host a teleconference at 8:45 a.m.
UnitedHealth Group Cyberattack Status Update
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) continues to make progress in mitigating the impact to consumers and care providers of the unprecedented cyberattack on the U.S. health system and the Change Healthcare services, while continuing to expand financial assistance to affected providers.
UnitedHealth Group Update on Change Healthcare Cyberattack
UnitedHealth Group continues to make substantial progress in mitigating the impact to consumers and care providers of the unprecedented cyberattack on the U.S. health system and the Change Healthcare claims and payment infrastructure.
UnitedHealth Group Board Authorizes Payment of Quarterly Dividend
The UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) board of directors has authorized payment of a cash dividend of $1.88 per share, to be paid on March 19, 2024, to all shareholders of record of UNH common stock as of the close of business March 11, 2024.
UnitedHealthcare of California Awarded National Committee for Quality Assurance Health Equity Accreditation
UnitedHealthcare of California’s commercial HMO plan has been awarded Health Equity Accreditation by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA), a private, nonprofit organization dedicated to improving health care quality.
UnitedHealthcare Launches Program to Address Type 2 Diabetes in Owensboro Community
UnitedHealthcare Catalyst, a community-based program that uses data to tackle the highest-priority health challenges in local communities, has just launched in Owensboro, Kentucky, with a focus on type 2 diabetes.
UnitedHealth Group Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Financial Results
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) reported full year and fourth quarter 2023 results reflecting broad-based growth at Optum and UnitedHealthcare.
Optum Rx community and independent initiatives support patients and pharmacists
Recently launched initiatives by Optum Rx enable more than 26,000 in-network community and independent pharmacies with expanded support to strengthen access to care and improve outcomes for the patients they serve.
UNITEDHEALTH GROUP ANNOUNCES EARNINGS RELEASE DATE
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) will release its fourth quarter and full year 2023 financial results on Friday, January 12, 2024, before the market opens, and will host a teleconference at 8:45 a.m. ET to discuss the results with analysts and investors.
Optum Rx Offers New Weight Management Program
Optum Rx, a pharmacy care services company, has launched Optum Rx Weight Engage, a comprehensive weight management and wellness support program. Optum Rx Weight Engage will be available to consumers of plan sponsors, including employers, beginning Jan. 1, 2024.
UnitedHealth Group Named to the Dow Jones Sustainability North America and World Indices for 25th Consecutive Year
UnitedHealth Group has been named to the Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index and the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index for 2023 in the Health Care Providers & Services Industry
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Arizona Selected To Continue Serving Arizona Long Term Care System (ALTCS) Elderly/Physical Disability (EPD) Members
Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS), the state’s Medicaid agency, has announced its intention to award UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Arizona as one of two organizations to administer its Arizona Long Term Care System (ALTCS) EPD program for individuals who are elderly and/or have a physical disability.
America’s Health Rankings 2023 Annual Report: Chronic Conditions on the Rise
Just released, the America’s Health Rankings 2023 Annual Report shows eight chronic conditions have reached the highest prevalence in the report’s history. These include arthritis, asthma, cancer, cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), chronic kidney disease (CKD), chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), depression and diabetes.
UnitedHealth Group Updates Business Outlook Ahead of Investor Conference
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) issued financial guidance ahead of its annual Investor Conference which takes place on November 29, beginning at 8:00 a.m. ET.
UnitedHealth Group to Host 2023 Investor Conference
UnitedHealth Group will host its annual Investor Conference with analysts and institutional investors in New York City on Wednesday, November 29, 2023, beginning at 8:00 a.m. ET.
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Rhode Island Awarded NCQA Health Equity Accreditation
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Rhode Island has been awarded Health Equity Accreditation by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA), a private, nonprofit organization dedicated to improving health care quality.
Partnership with Children’s Minnesota uses data to address flu vaccination disparities
Enabled by a $3 million grant partnership with the United Health Foundation, Children’s Minnesota has taken a data-driven approach to reduce flu vaccination disparities among thousands of underserved kids in the Twin Cities.
UnitedHealthcare Provides $200,000 to Six Organizations Supporting Youth in North Carolina
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of North Carolina has announced $200,000 in grant funding to six local organizations supporting children in foster care and transition age youth across the state.
United Health Foundation donations to help provide humanitarian relief to civilians in Israel and Gaza
In response to the growing humanitarian crisis, the United Health Foundation, the philanthropic foundation of UnitedHealth Group, is donating $1 million to Save the Children and Direct Relief to help with urgent needs such as food, water and medical supplies in Israel and Gaza.
Optum Rx Takes Additional Steps to Lower the Cost of Insulin
Optum Rx, a pharmacy services company, today announced additional actions to make insulin more affordable, moving several rapid-, short- and long-acting insulins to tier one, which offers the lowest cash price consumers pay.
UnitedHealth Group Board Authorizes Payment of Quarterly Dividend
The UnitedHealth Group board of directors has authorized payment of a cash dividend of $1.88 per share, to be paid on December 12, 2023, to all shareholders of record of UNH common stock as of the close of business December 4, 2023.
Charlie Baker Joins UnitedHealth Group’s Board of Directors
UnitedHealth Group announced Charlie Baker, the former governor of Massachusetts and a prominent former health care executive, has been appointed to its Board of Directors, effective immediately.
United Health Foundation Partnership Works to Advance Health Equity by Reducing the Impact of Diabetes on the Latino Community
Diabetes contributed to more than 100,000 deaths in 2021 alone, making it one of the deadliest and most common chronic diseases in the United States.
United Health Foundation Awards $2.3 Million Grant to Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center to Increase Cancer Services in Underserved Communities
The United Health Foundation today announced a three-year, $2.3 million grant partnership with Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center to help increase access to prostate and colorectal cancer education, screening and support for historically underserved individuals across Louisiana
'Barbershop Bashes' Help Reduce Health Disparities Through Cancer Screening
Isiah Skinner Jr., owner of Skinner’s Barbershop in Morgan City, La., has been hosting annual Barbershop Bash events since 2013 as a way for men to receive free, preventive cancer screenings and education.
UnitedHealthcare to Offer Individual and Family Plans on the Health Insurance Marketplace in 26 States for 2024
UnitedHealthcare announced its 2024 Individual and Family ACA Marketplace Plans, which feature affordable coverage, convenient access to care and a wide range of benefits in 26 states.
Expanding UHG’s investment strategy to advance health equity
UnitedHealth Group Treasury announced a $5 million investment in Enable Ventures to expand opportunities for people with disabilities.
Optum Rx Opens New Integrated Pharmacy in Arizona
Optum Rx opened a state-of-the-art home delivery pharmacy today in Mesa, Arizona.
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Kentucky Awarded NCQA Health Equity Accreditation
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Kentucky has earned Health Equity Accreditation status by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA).
UnitedHealth Group Reports Third Quarter Results
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) reported third quarter 2023 performance led by broad-based growth at Optum and UnitedHealthcare.
UnitedHealthcare’s Surest Leads to More Preventive Care, Improves Member Satisfaction and Lowers Costs, Data Shows
ProHealth Care and Optum Launch Strategic Relationship to Enhance the Health Care Experience for ProHealth Patients
ProHealth Care and Optum have entered into a strategic relationship to enhance patient care, deliver innovative technology solutions and help ProHealth Care maintain its focus on serving patients and the community.
New America’s Health Rankings Report: Rising Maternal Mortality, Mental Health Challenges Among Women
This year’s report builds on the America’s Health Rankings platform’s longstanding commitment to better understand the comprehensive health and well-being of women and children by analyzing the latest data on 122 measures from 34 distinct data sources.
UnitedHealthcare’s 2024 Medicare Advantage Plans Offer Enhancements to Benefits that Matter Most to Members
UnitedHealthcare® today introduced its 2024 Medicare Advantage plans, delivering a simpler member experience with enhanced benefits, broad network access and cost-savings through valuable specialty and prescription drug coverage.
Fairview Community Health & Wellness Hub Celebrates First Year of Service
UnitedHealthcare and Fairview celebrated their one-year anniversary of the Fairview Community Health and Wellness Hub, a partnership between the two organizations that was announced in August 2022 to target health disparities and remove barriers to care and wellness.
UNITEDHEALTH GROUP ANNOUNCES EARNINGS RELEASE DATE
UnitedHealth Group will release its third quarter 2023 financial results on Friday, October 13, 2023, before the market opens, and will host a teleconference at 8:45 a.m. ET to discuss the results with analysts and investors.
UnitedHealthcare Selected by Texas Health and Human Services Commission To Serve STAR+PLUS Beneficiaries
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission has selected UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Texas as one of the seven managed care organizations to administer the Medicaid managed care program STAR+PLUS.
UnitedHealthcare Awards $500,000 to Five Federally Qualified Health Centers To Increase Access To Behavioral Health Services
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Michigan awarded five federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) $100,000 grants to expand access to behavioral health services across the state.
UnitedHealth Group Board Authorizes Payment of Quarterly Dividend
The UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) board of directors has authorized payment of a cash dividend of $1.88 per share, to be paid on September 19, 2023, to all shareholders of record of UNH common stock as of the close of business September 11, 2023.
UnitedHealthcare Selected by New Mexico Human Services Department To Serve Medicaid Members via Turquoise Care
The New Mexico Human Services Department has announced its intention to award UnitedHealthcare as one of four organizations to administer Turquoise Care, the state’s Medicaid program, statewide.
UnitedHealthcare Donates $2.85 Million To Help Health Service Workers Better Care For Indiana’s Seniors
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Indiana has provided $2.85 million to four organizations working to advance the direct service health workforce in the state.
Optum and Capella University Announce New Nurse Practitioner Program To Address the Growing National Need for Skilled Clinicians
Optum, a diversified health services company, and Capella University, an accredited online university, announced a new educational program designed to address the growing need for skilled, advanced practice nurses.
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Ohio Awarded NCQA Health Equity Accreditation
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Ohio announced it was awarded Health Equity Accreditation by the National Committee for Quality Assurance, a private, nonprofit organization dedicated to improving health care quality.
UnitedHealthcare Donates $11 Million to Community Organizations Through Its Empowering Health Program
UnitedHealthcare is donating $11 million in grants through its Empowering Health program to community-based organizations across 12 states.
Optum Rx scholarship fund helps support underrepresented pharmacy students at Florida A&M University
Representation of minorities among pharmacy professions is lacking, with access to funding for graduate pharmacy programs among the top barriers contributing to low numbers of underrepresented students enrolled in pharmacy schools.
New Data Brief Highlights Mental and Behavioral Health Disparities
As communities across the country recover from the health effects of the pandemic, individuals are feeling the impact of mental and behavioral health challenges.
UnitedHealth Group Reports Second Quarter Results
Strong and well-balanced growth continued across UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) in the second quarter of 2023.
UnitedHealth Group value-based care strategies featured in Fortune
A recent Fortune article provided an in-depth look at value-based care, sharing strategies deployed by UnitedHealth Group and others.
Optum Rx Expands Choice, Improves Affordability for Patients With Two Additional HUMIRA Biosimilars
Starting July 1, clients of Optum Rx will have access to three biosimilar alternatives for HUMIRA, a highly utilized biologic medication used in the treatment of autoimmune diseases.
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Arizona Awarded NCQA’s Health Plan Accreditation and Long-Term Services & Supports Distinction
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Arizona has been awarded the industry-recognized Health Plan Accreditation and Long-Term Services and Supports Distinction by the National Committee for Quality Assurance.
UnitedHealthcare Catalyst Aims To Improve Health Outcomes for Individuals With Diabetes in Southwest Georgia
UnitedHealthcare Catalyst, a community-based program that leverages data to drive better health, will launch in Southwest Georgia.
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Mississippi Recognized With NCQA Health Equity Accreditation
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Mississippi has been awarded Health Equity Accreditation status by the National Committee for Quality Assurance.
UnitedHealth Group’s 2022 Sustainability Report Highlights Efforts To Diversify the Health Workforce, Minimize Its Environmental Footprint
UnitedHealth Group published its 2022 Sustainability Report, which details progress toward long-term commitments along with efforts to help meet the needs of those it serves, including customers, employees, shareholders and society broadly.
UnitedHealth Group Increases Dividend; Announces Annual Shareholder Meeting Results
UnitedHealth Group announced an increase to its dividend and provided an update on its 2023 annual shareholder meeting.
HouseCalls visits associated with fewer emergency visits, hospital stays for Medicare Advantage patients
Medicare Advantage patients who received in-home, preventive wellness assessments via the Optum HouseCalls program spent less time in emergency room and inpatient hospital settings, researchers at Yale Medicine working in collaboration with Optum have found.
Optum Offers To Combine With Amedisys, Advancing Value-Based Care for Patients
Optum, a diversified health services company, has submitted an all-cash proposal to the Board of Directors of Amedisys, a leading provider of home health, hospice and high-acuity care, to combine with Amedisys.
Optum Rx introduces new initiatives to improve the pharmacy experience for community and independent pharmacy partners and patients
Solutions are designed to ensure the more than 26,000 community and independent pharmacies in our network can support expanded access to care, improve outcomes for the patients they serve and remain competitive.
Optum Rx launches pharmacy wellness programs to support underserved and rural communities
New, innovative partnerships between Optum Rx and community pharmacies aim to expand access to care, preventive services, and medication adherence and improve health outcomes in underserved communities.
UnitedHealth Group named a top community-minded company
For the 11th consecutive year, Points of Light named UnitedHealth Group one of the 50 most community-minded companies in America based on its annual Civic 50 survey.
New Report Highlights Urgent Need to Support Older Americans Post-Pandemic
According to the United Health Foundation’s America’s Health Rankings 2023 Senior Report, early death and drug death rates continued to increase.
UnitedHealthcare Provides $275,000 to Three North Carolina Nonprofits To Improve Health Outcomes for Children
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of North Carolina has announced $275,000 in grant funding to three local organizations supporting children in kinship and foster care across the state.
New Optum Rx payment solutions continue to empower clients with more choice, transparency
New offerings build on our history of bringing innovation to employers, unions, health plans and consumers to help improve affordability and transparency in pharmacy benefits.
Partnering to provide access to care for children in Arizona
A $3 million United Health Foundation grant to Valle del Sol Community Health helped provide primary and behavioral care for thousands of students from underserved communities around Phoenix.
UnitedHealth Group Reports First Quarter 2023 Results
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) reported first quarter 2023 results reflecting consistent broad-based growth at Optum and UnitedHealthcare.
United Health Foundation Awards $2 Million Grant to Rainbow Health To Increase Access to Mental Health Care for LGBTQ+ and BIPOC Youth
The United Health Foundation, the philanthropic foundation of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), today announced a three-year, $2 million grant partnership to address disparities related to suicide, depression and anxiety among LGBTQ+ and BIPOC youth and young adults ages 14-25 in Minnesota.
UnitedHealth Group Announces Earnings Release Date
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) will release its first quarter 2023 financial results on Friday, April 14, 2023, before the market opens, and will host a teleconference at 8:45 a.m. ET to discuss the results with analysts and investors.
New Data: College Students More Likely to Self-Report High-Risk Mental and Behavioral Health Concerns Than Parents Perceive
UnitedHealthcare announced new survey findings revealing college students are more likely to report they or a roommate or friend have encountered mental or behavioral health concerns over the past year.
Partnership aims to improve mental health care for LGBTQ+ and BIPOC youth
A $2M United Health Foundation grant to Rainbow Health will help support the behavioral health and well-being of LGBTQ+ and BIPOC youth in Minnesota.
UnitedHealth Group Partners with Morehouse School of Medicine to Help Black Mothers Access Health Care Resources
UnitedHealth Group has partnered with Morehouse School of Medicine to introduce a new mobile app that aims to connect new Black mothers living in Georgia’s underserved communities with resources to help sustain their overall health and their child’s well-being.
UnitedHealthcare Recommended by the State of Indiana To Serve Its Managed Long-Term Services and Supports Medicaid Beneficiaries
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Indiana has been recommended by the state of Indiana, Family and Social Services Administration, as one of four managed care organizations to administer its Pathways for Aging (Pathways) program.
United Health Foundation working to diversify the health workforce
Ten-year, $100 million commitment is providing scholarships for underrepresented current and future health professionals.
UnitedHealthcare Awards $95,000 Workforce Development Grant to Step Up Savannah To Increase Access to Employment Resources
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Georgia has awarded a $95,000 grant to Step Up Savannah. The grant will support the Chatham Apprentice Program (CAP), a workforce development and resource program working to address multi-generational poverty in Chatham and surrounding counties.
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Wisconsin Awarded NCQA Health Equity Accreditation
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Wisconsin was awarded Health Equity Accreditation by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA).
UnitedHealth Group Board Authorizes Payment of Quarterly Dividend
The UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) board of directors has authorized payment of a cash dividend of $1.65 per share, to be paid March 21, 2023, to common stock shareholders of record as of the close of business March 13, 2023.
United Health Foundation Awards $3.2 Million Grant to East Carolina University To Improve Youth Mental Health
The United Health Foundation, the philanthropic foundation of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), today announced a three-year, $3.2 million grant partnership with East Carolina University (ECU).
Partnering with East Carolina University to expand youth access to mental health care services
$3.2M United Health Foundation grant will support the mental health and well-being of underserved youth in North Carolina.
UnitedHealthcare Introduces New Rewards Program With a Modern Approach to Well-Being
UnitedHealthcare has introduced UnitedHealthcare Rewards, a new rewards program in which eligible members, including spouses, can use wearable devices to earn up to $1,000 each per year by completing various daily health goals and one-time activities.
Medicare Advantage patients in Optum accountable care models associated with better care quality than those in traditional Medicare
In a first-of-its-kind study published recently, Medicare Advantage patients served by Optum’s comprehensive, fully accountable care model saw healthier outcomes compared to those in Medicare fee-for-service (FFS).
UnitedHealthcare Provides $750,000 Grant to Community Health Care Association of New York State To Create Program That Aims To Improve Health Equity
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of New York has announced a $750,000 investment to support a grant program in collaboration with the Community Health Care Association of New York State (CHCANYS).
Partnering with Children’s Minnesota to reduce disparities and improve access to care
The United Health Foundation and Children’s Minnesota are taking aim at disparities in the Twin Cities around asthma, vaccinations and mental health through a three-year, $3 million grant partnership.
United Health Foundation Awards $3 Million Grant to Children’s Minnesota To Address Health Disparities
The United Health Foundation, the philanthropic foundation of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), and Children’s Minnesota today announced a three-year, $3 million grant partnership to address pediatric disparities related to asthma, vaccinations and mental health for underserved children and families in the Twin Cities.
UnitedHealth Group Invests $10 Million in New Fund, Invest Appalachia, to Address Social Needs and Advance Economic Equity
UnitedHealth Group has committed $10 million as a lead investor in the first round of the Invest Appalachia (IA) Fund, a regional initiative launched to accelerate funding in community development across Appalachian counties in Kentucky, North Carolina, Ohio, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia.
UnitedHealth Group grant helps build more diverse child and adolescent psychiatry workforce
Through the four-year, $4 million grant, announced in 2020, UC San Diego School of Medicine launched the Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Inclusive Excellence Program (CAPIE), an innovative approach to building a more diverse child and adolescent psychiatry (CAP) workforce.
Optum Rx Launches Price Edge to Automatically Provide Members the Best Available Prescription Drug Price
Optum Rx has launched Price Edge, a tool that seamlessly compares available direct-to-consumer pricing for traditional generic drugs with insurance pricing to ensure members always get the lowest prescription drug price.
UnitedHealthcare Expands Suite of Behavioral Health Offerings With Virtual Behavioral Coaching
More than 5 million UnitedHealthcare® commercial members now have access to virtual behavioral coaching at no added cost.
UnitedHealth Group Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2022 Financial Results
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) reported full year and fourth quarter 2022 results reflecting broad-based growth at Optum and UnitedHealthcare.
Owensboro Health and Optum Launch Comprehensive Partnership to Enhance Patient Care and Experience in Western Kentucky and Southern Indiana
Owensboro Health and Optum today announced a partnership to enhance patient care and experience while meeting the community’s evolving health care needs.
Northern Light Health and Optum Launch Strategic Relationship to Enhance the Health Care Experience
Northern Light Health and Optum today announced a strategic relationship to enhance the health care experience for patients and providers throughout Maine.
New Mexico Organizations Improving Community Health Receive Over $1.1 Million From UnitedHealthcare To Expand Programs
Expanding Behavioral Health Services to Help Individuals Experiencing Homelessness
The National Health Care for the Homeless Council (NHCHC) will integrate behavioral health services in medical respite programs across three states thanks to a three-year, $2.9 million grant awarded by the United Health Foundation
UnitedHealth Group Announces Earnings Release Date
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) will release its fourth quarter and full year 2022 financial results on Friday, January 13, 2023, before the market opens, and will host a teleconference at 8:45 a.m. ET to discuss the results with analysts and investors.
Kristen Gil Joins UnitedHealth Group Board of Directors
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) announced Kristen Gil of Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ: GOOG) has been appointed to its Board of Directors, effective immediately.
UnitedHealth Group Named to the Dow Jones Sustainability North America and World Indices for 24th Consecutive Year
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) has been named to the Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index and the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index for 2022 in the Health Care Providers & Services Industry Group. It is the 24th consecutive year that UnitedHealth Group has been named to the indices, beginning in 1999 when the rankings were established.
Mortality Measures During COVID-19 Continue To Reflect Deep Racial Disparities According to “America’s Health Rankings 2022 Annual Report”
Report features key findings from the COVID-19 era, including increases in premature death and drug deaths
United Health Foundation Partnership Aims to Decrease Nurse Burnout and Attrition
The United Health Foundation has announced a three-year, $3.1 million grant partnership with the American Nurses Foundation to reduce burnout with an emphasis on nurses of color and those under age 35 through implementation of the Building Blocks for Beating Burnout (B4) program.
United Health Foundation Launches $3.1 Million Partnership with American Nurses Foundation to Fight Nurse Burnout and Attrition
The United Health Foundation, the philanthropic foundation of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), today announced a three-year, $3.1 million grant partnership with the American Nurses Foundation to fight nurse burnout through implementation of the Building Blocks for Beating Burnout (B4) program.
UnitedHealth Group Updates Business Outlook Ahead of Investor Conference
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) issued financial guidance ahead of its annual Investor Conference which takes place on November 29, beginning at 8:00 a.m. ET.
UnitedHealth Group to Host 2022 Investor Conference
UnitedHealth Group will host its annual Investor Conference with analysts and institutional investors in New York City on Tuesday, November 29, 2022, beginning at 8:00 a.m. ET.
UnitedHealthcare to Provide Millions of Eligible Medicare Members Access to All Life Time Clubs Nationwide
UnitedHealthcare, part of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) and Life Time (NYSE: LTH), the nation's premier healthy lifestyle brand, have expanded their relationship to include access to all Life Time locations, helping even more people stay active and improve physical and mental well-being.
UnitedHealthcare to Help Millions of AARP Members Save on Hearing Aids
UnitedHealthcare is now administering AARP Hearing Solutions, helping make it easier and more affordable for millions of Americans to purchase prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids.
UnitedHealth Group Honors Apprenticeship Cohort Graduates
Program aims to improve equity by diversifying our workforce to reflect the communities we serve
UnitedHealth Group Board Authorizes Payment of Quarterly Dividend
The UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) board of directors has authorized payment of a cash dividend of $1.65 per share, to be paid December 13, 2022, to common stock shareholders of record as of the close of business December 5, 2022.
UnitedHealthcare Expands Its Individual and Family Plan Footprint
UnitedHealthcare today announced its 2023 Individual and Family Plans in the Health Insurance Marketplace, which will feature affordable coverage, a wide range of benefits, and a simple service experience in 22 states.
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Florida Awarded NCQA Health Equity Accreditation
The National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) awarded UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Florida with its Health Equity Accreditation.
UnitedHealthcare Awards More Than $180,000 in Community Grants to Support Behavioral and Maternal Health in New Mexico
As part of an ongoing effort to address vital social determinants of health across New Mexico, UnitedHealthcare has awarded three New Mexico-based organizations $188,000 in community grants to address behavioral and maternal health in local communities.
UnitedHealthcare Invests $5 Million in Morgan’s Wonderland to Promote Health and Employment Equity for Individuals With Disabilities
This funding will enable the new Multi-Assistance Center at Morgan's Wonderland to implement a Practice Without Pressure program and an Employment Support Center for individuals with disabilities
UnitedHealth Group Reports Third Quarter 2022 Results
Strong and well-balanced performance continued across UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) in the third quarter of 2022.
America’s Health Rankings Reveals Continued Youth Mental Health Crisis
Three-year grant partnership with Active Minds will address increases in youth mental health challenges revealed by the 2022 America’s Health Rankings Health of Women and Children Report.
United Health Foundation Launches $3 Million Partnership with Active Minds to Help Address The Youth Mental Health Crisis
Three-year commitment will address increases in youth mental health challenges revealed by the 2022 America’s Health Rankings® Health of Women and Children Report.
United Health Foundation Donates $1 Million to Support Residents of Florida Affected by Hurricane Ian
The United Health Foundation, the philanthropic foundation of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE:UNH) – the parent company of UnitedHealthcare and Optum – is donating $1 million to help residents of Florida address urgent response needs following Hurricane Ian.
Optum and Change Healthcare Complete Combination
The combined businesses share a vision for achieving a simpler, more intelligent and adaptive health system for patients, payers and care providers.
United Health Foundation Donates $200,000 to Support Residents of Puerto Rico Affected by Hurricane Fiona
The United Health Foundation, the philanthropic foundation of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE:UNH) – the parent company of UnitedHealthcare and Optum – is donating $200,000 to help residents of Puerto Rico in their ongoing recovery and rebuild following Hurricane Fiona.
UnitedHealthcare Awards Community Grants in New Mexico to Address Social Determinants of Health
UnitedHealthcare Selected by Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services to Serve Medicaid Beneficiaries
Nebraska residents who qualify for Medicaid coverage will continue to have access to UnitedHealthcare’s comprehensive care and preventive health and wellness programs
UnitedHealthcare and Peloton to Provide Millions of More People With Access to a Leading Interactive Fitness Platform
UnitedHealthcare, part of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), and Peloton Interactive, Inc. (Nasdaq: PTON) have renewed and expanded their relationship to help more people get or stay active and improve their overall well-being.
UnitedHealth Group Announces Earnings Release Date
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) will release its third quarter 2022 financial results on Friday, October 14, 2022, before the market opens, and will host a teleconference at 8:45 a.m. ET to discuss the results with analysts and investors.
Walmart and UnitedHealth Group Collaborate to Deliver Access to High-Quality, Affordable Health Care
Today, Walmart Inc. (NYSE: WMT) and UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) announced the beginning of an initial 10-year, wide-ranging collaboration, bringing together the collective expertise of both companies in serving millions of people with high-quality, affordable health services that improve health outcomes and improve the patient experience.
UnitedHealthcare and Sesame Workshop Celebrate Grandparents Day With New Resources to Help Families Grow in Healthy Ways
UnitedHealthcare and Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit educational organization behind Sesame Street, are celebrating National Grandparents Day on Sept. 11 with a new resource, Happy, Healthy, Hopeful: Stretching Our Food Dollars.
UnitedHealth Group Board Authorizes Payment of Quarterly Dividend
The UnitedHealth Group board of directors has authorized payment of a cash dividend of $1.65 per share.
UnitedHealthcare’s Surest Offers a New Approach to Health Insurance
Surest™, formerly Bind, offers a new approach to health benefits that eliminates deductibles and offers access to clear, upfront pricing information before people access care
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Donate $205,000 to Support Eastern Kentucky Communities Devastated by Recent Flooding
UnitedHealthcare and Optum announced today a $205,000 donation to help eastern Kentucky residents following the devastating flooding that impacted local communities.
Comprehensive Programming for Families of Children With Special Health Care Needs Improves Experiences While Lowering Costs
UnitedHealth Group’s Special Needs Initiative (SNI) works to address health care challenges by providing tailored clinical and social supports, while addressing common challenges around insurance and payment.
Telehealth Enabled a 26% Increase in Outpatient Behavioral Health Visits Among Commercially Insured Individuals
During the pandemic, telehealth proved to be an effective and scalable digital health solution that can permanently increase access to behavioral health care.
Optum to Offer Lower-Cost Insulin for Uninsured People Living With Diabetes on Optum Store
Optum is working with Sanofi to offer a 30-day supply of commonly used Sanofi insulins for $35 to people with diabetes who do not have insurance through its online health services and products retailer Optum Store.
New Report Reveals Those Who Have Served Faced Increased Mental & Physical Health Challenges Over the Last Decade
While those who have served have reported better access to care than those without military service, they’ve faced increased mental and physical health challenges.
Improving Prescription Drug Affordability With $0 Copays
“High prices are a significant barrier to prescription drugs for many people, so we are using our unique capabilities to deliver savings for consumers,” said Brian Thompson, chief executive officer of UnitedHealthcare.
Consumers Want Better Digital Tools for Finding Health Care: Survey
A growing number of health care consumers prefer more seamless digital experiences in scheduling and interacting with their health care provider and health plan.
UnitedHealth Group Reports Second Quarter Results
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) reported second quarter 2022 performance led by broad-based growth at Optum and UnitedHealthcare.
UnitedHealthcare To Eliminate Out-of-Pocket Costs on Several Prescription Drugs, Including Insulin, for Eligible Members
UnitedHealthcare will eliminate out-of-pocket costs in standard fully insured group plans for certain preferred prescription drugs, including insulin and several drugs used to treat emergencies such as severe allergic reactions, hypoglycemia, opioid overdoses, and acute asthma attacks.
UnitedHealth Group Commits $25 Million to New England Healthy Neighborhoods Fund
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) today announced a $25 million commitment to the Healthy Neighborhoods Equity Fund II (HNEF II).
UnitedHealthcare Supports African American Babies Coalition Addressing Racial Health Disparities in Minneapolis-St. Paul With $150,000 Grant
UnitedHealthcare, a UnitedHealth Group company, awarded a $150,000 grant to the African American Babies Coalition and Projects (Wilder AABC) in support of its initiatives to educate the community, recruit child care professionals and develop programs for African American families in the Twin Cities.
Optum Launches Laboratory Benefit Management Solution to Reduce Unnecessary Testing and Improve Quality of Care
Optum today announced the launch of a comprehensive laboratory benefit management solution designed to help health plans reduce unnecessary lab testing and ensure their members receive appropriate, high-quality tests.
UnitedHealth Group 2021 Sustainability Report Includes New Health Equity and Environmental Health Commitments
UnitedHealth Group today released its 2021 Sustainability Report detailing the company’s ongoing commitment to helping meet the needs of those it serves, including customers, employees, shareholders and society broadly.
The United Health Foundation Commits $100 Million to Further Advance a Diverse Health Workforce
The United Health Foundation is making a $100 million commitment over 10 years to advance health equity, furthering its efforts to eliminate health disparities.
UnitedHealth Group Provides Updates on Annual Shareholder Meeting, Board Actions
UnitedHealth Group provided updates on its 2022 annual shareholder meeting and actions by its Board of Directors.
UnitedHealth Group Announces Earnings Release Date
UnitedHealth Group will release its second quarter 2022 financial results on Friday, July 15, 2022, before the market opens.
New Report Reveals Older Americans Faced a Decade of Increased Mental Health Challenges and Drug Deaths
According to the United Health Foundation’s 10-year analysis in the America’s Health Rankings 2022 Senior Report, early death rates and drug deaths increased significantly, and several mental health measures have worsened.
UnitedHealthcare Selected by State of Missouri to Serve Medicaid Beneficiaries
The state of Missouri has selected UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Missouri as one of three managed care organizations to administer its MO HealthNet Managed Care Program for Medicaid members in Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP).
Optum Rx Donates COVID-19 Test Kits to Increase Access to Free Testing Among Underserved Communities in Chicago
Optum Rx, the pharmacy care services business of UnitedHealth Group, is donating 5,000 at-home COVID-19 rapid antigen self-tests to increase access to COVID-19 testing and support for underserved communities across Chicago.
Clinician Harnesses Technology to Improve Care and Increase Efficiency
While participating in the Center for Clinician Advancement's Clinician Leader Executive program, Nimita Varga, clinical services manager, Optum Hospice Pharmacy Services, discovered a way to potentially improve care and increase efficiency.
UnitedHealth Group Reports First Quarter 2022 Results
Strong and well-balanced growth continued across UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) in the first quarter of 2022.
UnitedHealthcare to Address Maternal Health Outcomes, Access to Care and Health Equity With Doula Program Expansion Into Western North Carolina
UnitedHealthcare, Mountain Area Health Education Center (MAHEC) and SistasCaring4Sistas (SC4S) announced the expansion of a community-based doula program into western North Carolina.
Additional $100 Million Investment in Housing Bolsters UnitedHealth Group’s Efforts to Address Social Determinants and Achieve Better Health Outcomes
UnitedHealth Group announced an additional $100 million investment in the Health & Housing Fund — a partnership with Stewards of Affordable Housing for the Future (SAHF) and National Affordable Housing Trust (NAHT).
Change Healthcare and Optum Extend Merger Agreement
Optum, a diversified health services company, and Change Healthcare (NASDAQ: CHNG), a health care technology leader, have agreed to extend their merger agreement to December 31, 2022.
Optum and LHC Group to Combine, Advancing Abilities to Extend Value-Based Care into Patients’ Homes
Optum, a diversified health services company, and LHC Group (NASDAQ: LHCG), a national patient-focused provider of high-quality in-home health care services, have agreed to combine to further strengthen their shared ability to advance value-based care.
National Physicians Week Spotlight: Leading Change for Improved Physician Well-being
Discover how a physician wellness training program offered by the American Academy of Family Physicians in partnership with the United Health Foundation helped two participants improve their well-being and reduce burnout in their organizations.
UnitedHealth Group Announces Earnings Release Date
UnitedHealth Group will release its first quarter 2022 financial results on Thursday, April 14, 2022.
UnitedHealthcare Provides Nearly $170K to the University of Mississippi Medical Center to Support Children’s Health
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Mississippi has provided $169,500 in funding to the University of Mississippi Medical Center to support children, their families, and the provider community with local professional sickle cell disease expertise and behavioral health support and services.
Partnership With HealthNet Expands Access to Care
The United Health Foundation has launched a partnership with HealthNet, a nonprofit health care provider serving Indiana, to expand access to primary and behavioral health care in Morgan and Monroe counties in Indiana, as well as low-income areas in Indianapolis.
Telehealth Use Will Outlive the Pandemic for Health Care Providers, Survey Shows
Health care providers are planning for patient access to virtual care that outlasts the pandemic, according to a survey Optum released.
United Health Foundation Invests in Indiana Nonprofit to Expand Access to Comprehensive Health Care for Rural and Low-Income Communities
The United Health Foundatio has awarded a $2 million, three-year grant to HealthNet Inc., a nonprofit health care provider serving Indiana, to expand access to primary and behavioral health care in Morgan and Monroe counties in Indiana, as well as high-poverty areas in Indianapolis.
Break The Bias: Celebrating International Women’s Day
UnitedHealth Group joins the world in celebrating International Women’s Day and its #BreakTheBias theme for 2022.
United Health Foundation to Provide $1M to Support Relief Efforts in Ukraine
The United Health Foundation, the philanthropic foundation of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), today announced a $1 million donation to support relief efforts in Ukraine.
New Research Examines Benefits of High-Performing Skilled Nursing Facilities
High-performing skilled nursing facilities could prevent 100,000 Medicare hospital readmissions per year and save $56 billion over 10 years, according to new UnitedHealth Group research.
Optum Launches Specialty Fusion to Simplify Specialty Care and Lower Costs
Optum today announced the launch of Optum® Specialty Fusion™, a first-of-its-kind specialty medication management solution, to simplify care for patients with complex conditions and lower the cost of expensive specialty drugs.
UnitedHealth Group Board Authorizes Payment of Quarterly Dividend
The UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) board of directors has authorized payment of a cash dividend of $1.45 per share, to be paid on March 22, 2022, to all shareholders of record of UnitedHealth Group common stock as of the close of business on March 14, 2022.
District of Columbia Selects UnitedHealthcare to Administer District Dual Choice Program
The District of Columbia (the district) has selected UnitedHealthcare to administer its District Dual Choice program.
UnitedHealthcare Dental Launches Digital Resources, Collaboration with quip, to Help Improve Dental Care
UnitedHealthcare Dental has introduced several enhancements designed to help people improve their oral health and access dental care in a more convenient and informed way.
Black History Month Spotlight: Leye Oyetunji Models, Spreads Joy Among Clinicians
Learn how Leye Oyetunji models and spreads joy to support his team of pharmacy care specialists at a time many clinicians are experiencing burnout during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Celebrating Black History Month
Throughout February — and every day — we reflect, recognize and appreciate Black Americans’ role in shaping the success of our nation, our company and those we serve.
UnitedHealthcare Invests $550,000 in the Mississippi Public Health Institute to Improve Maternal Health Equity and Outcomes
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Mississippi today announced a $550,000 investment in the Mississippi Public Health Institute (MSPHI), a nonprofit entity established to protect and improve the health and well-being of Mississippians.
Optum Idaho Donates $200,000 To Increase Mental Health Care Access Statewide
Optum Idaho, the managed care organization for the state of Idaho’s Medicaid behavioral health plan and part of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), has awarded $200,000 to the University of Idaho’s Project ECHO (Extension for Community Healthcare Outcomes) aimed at increasing mental health care access statewide for adults, children and families.
MarinHealth and Optum Launch New Strategic Relationship to Streamline Administrative Functions and Improve the Patient Experience in Marin County, California
MarinHealth Medical Center and Optum today announced a strategic relationship to advance MarinHealth’s operational objectives and support MarinHealth’s continued commitment to providing high-quality, affordable, convenient and accessible care for North Bay residents.
Sesame Workshop Launches New Resources to Help Children and Families Build a Lifelong Foundation of Resilience
With support from UnitedHealthcare, free online courses for providers and digital storybooks for children build upon Sesame Workshop’s ongoing commitment to building happy and healthy communities
UnitedHealth Group Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2021 Financial Results
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) reported full year and fourth quarter 2021 results led by continued broad-based growth across the enterprise.
Optum Launches New Evidence Engine to Advance Genomics-Based Disease Detection and Treatment
Optum Evidence Engine’s first project in partnership with Illumina.
UnitedHealthcare Awards Community Grants to Three Organizations Focused on Improving Health Equity and Addressing Social Determinants in Michigan
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Michigan has awarded $75,000 in community grants to three organizations focused on improving maternal and infant health outcomes and combating addiction in Michigan.
UnitedHealthcare Enhances Eye Care Program by Helping Reduce People’s Exposure to Blue Light
UnitedHealthcare, a UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) company, is investing in new ways to help children and adults across the country reduce their exposure to blue light and support their overall eye health, amid ongoing use of screens during COVID-19 and the greater reliance on remote school and work.
AI Survey: Health Care Organizations Continue to Adopt Artificial Intelligence to Help Achieve Better, More Equitable and Affordable Patient Outcomes
Survey respondents overwhelmingly agree health care organizations have a higher duty than organizations in other industries to ensure responsible use of AI.
United Health Foundation Donates $500,000 to Support Kentucky Communities Devastated by Recent Tornadoes
The United Health Foundation announced today a $500,000 donation to help Kentucky residents recover and rebuild following the devastating tornadoes that struck local communities this past weekend.
Addressing Critical Health and Wellness Needs in the San Francisco Bay Area
Optum and John Muir Health are building on first-year results of a $1 million three-year pro bono collaboration launched in 2020 to address critical health and wellness needs in the San Francisco Bay Area.
UnitedHealth Group Donates $300,000 to YouthZone to Support Teen Mental Health Across Colorado’s Western Slope in Collaboration With the Colorado Attorney General’s Office
Rocky Mountain Health Plans, a UnitedHealth Group company, is donating $300,000 to YouthZone to foster positive youth development for teens across Colorado’s Western Slope.
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of California to Address Health Equity and Expand Access to Health Care With Investments in 17 San Diego-Based Organizations
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of California today announced a $1.5 million investment in community-based programs aimed to reduce health disparities and improve health equity in San Diego.
New Report Reveals a Complex Picture of Americans’ Health
The picture of Americans’ health and well-being during the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic is complex and nuanced, according to the UnitedHealth Foundation’s 2021 America’s Health Rankings Annual Report.
America’s Health Rankings 2021 Annual Report Illustrates Complex Picture of America’s Health
The United Health Foundation, the philanthropic foundation of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), today released its “America’s Health Rankings® 2021 Annual Report,” which provides insights into the early effects of COVID-19 on Americans’ health and well-being.
Harnessing Digital Tools to Advance Health Equity
An Optum digital health leader recently joined a panel to discuss lessons learned, future directions for primary care delivery and opportunities to use digital health tools to advance health equity.
UnitedHealthcare Introduces Health Plan Delivering Lower Costs and a Patient-Focused Health Care Experience
UnitedHealthcare has introduced a new health plan that offers consumers in Southwest Arizona personalized and seamless customer support as well as the opportunity to save up to 15% on premiums.
UnitedHealth Group Strengthens Its Commitment to Environmental Health
Today at our annual Investor Conference, CEO Andrew Witty spoke about the importance of sustainability and made two announcements aimed at strengthening our commitment to environmental health and minimizing our impact on climate change.
UnitedHealth Group Updates Business Outlook Ahead of Investor Conference
UnitedHealth Group issued financial guidance ahead of its annual Investor Conference which takes place on November 30, beginning at 8 a.m. ET.
Managed Care Can Improve Health and Reduce Spending for Medicaid Beneficiaries Who Are Elderly or Living With Disabilities
Enrolling Medicaid beneficiaries who are elderly or living with disabilities in managed care achieves better outcomes, lowers Medicaid and Medicare spending, and can save $150 billion over 10 years, according to new UnitedHealth Group research.
UnitedHealthcare to Offer Comprehensive Massachusetts One Care Benefit Plan
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Massachusetts is now offering One Care for people eligible for both Medicare and MassHealth living in Bristol, Hampden, Plymouth, Suffolk, Worcester, Hampshire, Franklin, and Middlesex counties and parts of Essex County.
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Rhode Island Provided $110,000 to Support Children’s Health
UnitedHealthcare, a UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) company, has provided $110,000 in investments in the past several months to community-based organizations in Rhode Island to support children and their families with health education, advocacy and healthy meals.
UnitedHealth Group to Host 2021 Investor Conference
UnitedHealth Group will host its annual Investor Conference with analysts and institutional investors in New York City on Tuesday, November 30, 2021, beginning at 8:00 a.m. ET.
Building Bioinformatics Program for Students at Historically Black University
The United Health Foundation is collaborating with Harris-Stowe State University to help address the gap in the number of diverse college students trained in biomedical sciences.
United Health Foundation Partners With Harris-Stowe State University to Create New Bioinformatics Program
The United Health Foundation, the philanthropic foundation of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), has awarded a $2 million, three-year grant to Harris-Stowe State University to create a bioinformatics program for undergraduate students at the historically Black university located in St. Louis.
Virtual Event Features Our Efforts to Address Health Disparities for Children and Families
During a recent Washington Post Live virtual panel discussion, Dr. Margaret-Mary Wilson, executive vice president and associate chief medical officer, UnitedHealth Group, talked about key drivers to improving health outcomes within underserved communities.
UnitedHealth Group Included in the Dow Jones Sustainability North America and World Indices for 23rd Consecutive Year
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) has been named to the Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index and the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index for 2021 in the Health Care Equipment and Services Industry Group.
Working Toward a Future Where Health Care is Simple, Efficient and Easy to Navigate
Improving the experience for the people we serve.
Honoring the Passion and Perspectives of Our Veteran Colleagues
Veterans are a valuable and integral part of UnitedHealth Group, and during a recent panel discussion we solicited their thoughts on wellness, resiliency and success.
A Record Number of Americans Surveyed Say They Are Prepared to Select a Health Plan During Open Enrollment
Most Americans said they are prepared to select a health plan during this year’s open enrollment season, while the COVID-19 pandemic continues to spur interest in virtual care for medical services and digital fitness apps to help people pursue at-home fitness routines.
Helping Children Access Care in Our Nation’s Capital
A three-year, $3.4 million United Health Foundation grant to Children’s National Hospital will help expand access to health care for school-aged children in underserved communities in Washington, D.C.
United Health Foundation Grant to Children’s National Hospital to Address Health Needs of Youth in Communities With Fewer Resources
The United Health Foundation, the philanthropic foundation of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), has awarded a three-year, $3.4 million grant to Children’s National Hospital to improve access to health care for school-aged children in Washington, D.C.’s most under-resourced communities.
UnitedHealth Group Board Authorizes Payment of Quarterly Dividend
The UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) board of directors has authorized payment of a cash dividend of $1.45 per share, to be paid on December 14, 2021, to all shareholders of record of UnitedHealth Group common stock as of the close of business on December 6, 2021.
UnitedHealth Group Supports Removing Race From Key Kidney Care Diagnostic Equation
A National Kidney Foundation and American Society of Nephrology recommendation to eliminate race from a key diagnostic equation aligns with UnitedHealth Group’s commitment to remove race from clinical decision algorithms, care delivery and research.
Minnesota Department of Human Services Chooses UnitedHealthcare to Serve Individuals Covered by Medicaid
The Minnesota Department of Human Services, which is partnering with managed care health plans to improve the health and wellness of individuals, selected UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Minnesota to administer its Medicaid program, effective January 1, 2022.
Enhancing the Delivery of Mental Health Care
UnitedHealth Group is working to address the growing need for mental health services with a variety of virtual platforms and in-person offerings that provide more convenient access to high-quality care and result in improved health outcomes.
2022 Individual and Family Plans From UnitedHealthcare Are Available on the Health Insurance Marketplaces in 18 States Offering New, Affordable Benefits
UnitedHealthcare® today announced its 2022 Individual and Family plans, which feature affordable coverage, new benefits, and a simplified enrollment and member service experience.
UnitedHealthcare and UWH of North Carolina to Address Maternal Health Needs With Group Prenatal Care Initiative
UnitedHealthcare and UWH of North Carolina, an affiliated medical practice of Unified Women’s Healthcare, today announced an initiative using the group prenatal care model, CenteringPregnancy, to improve outcomes and reduce racial and social disparities among mothers in North Carolina by providing access to quality maternal care.
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Missouri Awards $500,000 to Address Health Equity
UnitedHealthcare, a UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) company, has awarded $500,000 in grants to community-based organizations in Missouri to expand access to care, support maternal and child health and address the social determinants of health for individuals and underserved communities.
UnitedHealthcare to Launch New Virtual-First Health Plan to Help People Access a Dedicated Care Team 24/7 and Obtain Quality Care at a Lower Cost
UnitedHealthcare, a UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) company, announced the launch of NavigateNOW, a virtual-first health plan that offers an integrated approach to provide care both virtually and in-person.
UnitedHealth Group Reports Third Quarter 2021 Performance
Consistent, well-balanced growth continued across UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) in the third quarter 2021.
SSM Health and Optum Launch Innovative Collaboration to Make Quality Care More Accessible and Affordable
SSM Health and Optum, a subsidiary of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), announced an innovative collaboration focused on making quality care more accessible and affordable for people across the Midwest.
New Health Report Identifies Need to Address Mental and Behavioral Health Among Teens and Children in the U.S.
Anxiety among children and teen suicide increased significantly before and during the pandemic, underscoring the urgent need for a continued focus on behavioral health support.
UnitedHealthcare’s 2022 Medicare Plans Shaped by Consumer Expectations for Value, Choice and Experience
UnitedHealthcare® today introduced its 2022 Medicare Advantage and prescription drug plans, offering expanded access to plans with differentiated value, simple and affordable benefit design and an unparalleled member experience – all defined by what consumers say matters to them most.
Genoa Healthcare Opens 600th Pharmacy Serving Community Mental Health Needs
Genoa Healthcare, the leading provider of pharmacy services for people with mental illness, substance use disorders, and other complex, chronic conditions, has opened its 600th pharmacy amid a growing need for mental health and addiction services during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Expanding Access to Convenient, High-Quality Health Care in the Home
Compassionate, clinician-led solutions create “golden opportunities”.
UnitedHealthcare to Offer Millions of Members Year-Long Access to Apple Fitness+ at No Additional Cost
UnitedHealthcare, a UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) company, has expanded its work with Apple to provide millions of members with access — at no additional cost — to Apple Fitness+, the first fitness service built entirely around Apple Watch®.
UnitedHealth Group Announces Earnings Release Date
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) will release its third quarter 2021 financial results on Thursday, October 14, 2021, before the market opens, and will host a teleconference at 8:45 a.m. ET to discuss the results with analysts and investors.
Redefining Mental Health Care With Peer Support
Niquita Ervine, Peer Support Specialist, strengthens the consumer experience through advocacy.
UnitedHealth Group Donates $4.5 Million to Advance Health Equity Among Underserved Communities Across Oklahoma
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), including the United Health Foundation and UnitedHealthcare, is donating a total of $4.5 million to increase access to health care, improve health outcomes and support communities across Oklahoma.
OptumHealth Education Launches LGBTQ+ Education Program for Providers
OptumHealth Education, in partnership with OutCare Health, has launched an accredited, no-cost, and publicly available education program to teach health care professionals about the unique health care needs and disparities experienced by the LGBTQ+ community.
Advancing Health Equity in Oklahoma
UnitedHealth Group donates $4.5 million to help communities advance health equity throughout the state of Oklahoma.
Shifting Common Procedures to Ambulatory Surgery Centers Can Save Patients More Than $680
Shifting routine procedures and surgeries to ambulatory surgery centers can save patients more than $680 on average per procedure, according to new UnitedHealth Group research.
UnitedHealthcare and Sesame Workshop Celebrate Grandparents Day with New Resources to Help Families Grow in Healthy Ways
UnitedHealthcare and Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit educational organization behind Sesame Street, are celebrating National Grandparents Day on Sept. 12 with a new "Grandparents Are Grand!" guidebook.
United Health Foundation Donates $1 Million to Support Residents of Louisiana Affected by Hurricane Ida
The United Health Foundation, the philanthropic foundation of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE:UNH), along with its UnitedHealthcare and Optum businesses announced today a $1 million donation to help Louisiana residents recover and rebuild following the devastating impact of Hurricane Ida.
State of Nevada Selects UnitedHealthcare to Serve its Medicaid Beneficiaries
The state of Nevada has selected Health Plan of Nevada, a UnitedHealthcare company, as one of four managed care organizations to administer its Medicaid program in the counties of Clark and Washoe, effective Jan. 1, 2022.
Joy Fitzgerald, UnitedHealth Group’s Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer, Shares Her Passion for a Brighter Future
Celebrating boldness and authenticity on Women’s Equality Day and every day.
Our Commitment to Sustainability: In the Words of Dr. Margaret-Mary Wilson
Executive Vice President and Chief Medical Officer of UnitedHealth Group, Dr. Margaret-Mary Wilson, discusses how we’re creating a sustainable health care system.
UnitedHealth Group Board Authorizes Payment of Quarterly Dividend
The UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) board of directors has authorized payment of a cash dividend of $1.45 per share, to be paid on September 21, 2021, to all shareholders of record of UnitedHealth Group common stock as of the close of business on September 13, 2021.
UnitedHealthcare and Tennessee Initiative for Perinatal Quality Care Focus on Health Equity in Maternal Health Outcomes
Initiative will address racial disparities by providing maternal hypertension and hemorrhage simulation training in 49 hospitals, and testing remote patient monitoring for expectant mothers through Regional One Health
Partnership Aims to Expand Access to Behavioral Health Care in Washington State
Nationwide, behavioral and mental health challenges are rising and have been exacerbated by COVID-19. In Washington state, the mental and behavioral health needs of children and adults are an increasing concern.
United Health Foundation Launches $3.3 Million Partnership with North Olympic Healthcare Network to Improve Behavioral Health Care on the Olympic Peninsula
Three-year grant partnership aimed at improving behavioral and primary health care access for students and adults.
UnitedHealthcare’s Dr. Rhonda Randall Discusses Health Equity with AAMC
During a recent virtual policy briefing hosted by the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC), Dr. Rhonda Randall, chief medical officer for UnitedHealthcare Employer and Individual, discussed how UnitedHealth Group is taking action to help advance health equity.
Empowering Health Grants Help Expand Access to Care
UnitedHealthcare is awarding $11.4 million in Empowering Health grants across 18 states and the District of Columbia to help address these needs for uninsured individuals and underserved communities.
UnitedHealthcare to Provide Millions of Members with Year-Long Access to the Peloton App
UnitedHealthcare, part of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE:UNH), and Peloton (Nasdaq: PTON) are working together to provide millions of Americans with access — at no additional cost — to classes that can help improve their overall fitness and well-being, the first such relationship between Peloton and a health plan.
UnitedHealth Group Reports Second Quarter Results
Strong and diversified growth continued across UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) in the second quarter 2021.
UnitedHealthcare Introduces the Use of Predictive Analytics to Expand its Capabilities to Address Social Determinants of Health
UnitedHealthcare has introduced the use of predictive analytics to help improve well-being, lower costs and drive engagement in clinical-intervention programs by addressing social determinants of health for people in some employer-sponsored benefit plans.
Optum Awards $1.4 Million in Maternal Health Grants to Five Community Organizations
Optum has awarded $1.4 million in maternal health grants and will provide pro bono services to five community organizations aimed at improving maternal health outcomes and increasing health care access for underserved populations.
New Health Disparities Report Reveals Urgent Need to Address Maternal Mortality, Mental and Behavioral Health, and Food Insecurity in the U.S.
Widespread health disparities persisted across racial, ethnic, gender, geographic and educational lines before COVID-19 pandemic, according to America’s Health Rankings Health Disparities Report.
New America’s Health Rankings Report Reveals Urgent Need to Address Health Disparities
Widespread health disparities persisted across racial, ethnic, gender, geographic and educational lines before the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the United Health Foundation’s inaugural America’s Health Rankings Health Disparities Report.
UnitedHealth Group Announces Earnings Release Date
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) will release its second quarter 2021 financial results on Thursday, July 15, 2021, before the market opens, and will host a teleconference at 8:45 a.m. ET to discuss the results with analysts and investors.
Optum Addresses Clinician Shortage in Hemet and Makes it Easier to Access Health Care Services
New clinic, pharmacy and community center makes it easier for people to get health care services under one roof.
Pride Month Celebrates an Ongoing Effort to Educate and Reflect
This month, Optum (part of UnitedHealth Group) launched two initiatives to help advance LGBTQ+ health equity and cultural competency within and outside the organization.
New Optum Mobile Clinic Brings Health Care to Utahns Where They Live and Work
Optum Care Network Utah, a part of information and technology-enabled health services business Optum, is making it easier for patients to receive preventive and wellness care with the launch of its new Optum Mobile Clinic.
Points of Light Names UnitedHealth Group Top Community-Minded Company
UnitedHealth Group has been named to The Civic 50 for the 10th consecutive year and honored for the fourth time as the sector leader for health care since the survey began in 2012.
Rory McIlroy Helps UnitedHealthcare Launch Effort to Encourage Healthier Habits for Americans and Break a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ Title for the Most Pledges Received for a Health Campaign in One Month
UnitedHealthcare, a UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) company, is encouraging Americans to make health a priority with the 2021 Step Up for Summer Sweepstakes and World Record Challenge.
UnitedHealth Group Releases 2020 Sustainability Report
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) today released its 2020 sustainability report detailing the company’s ongoing commitment to helping ensure it meets the needs of those it serves, including its customers, employees, shareholders and society broadly.
UnitedHealth Group Provides Updates on Annual Shareholder Meeting, Board Actions
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) provided updates on its 2021 annual shareholder meeting and actions by its Board of Directors at its regular quarterly meeting.
UnitedHealthcare Awards $275,000 in Maternal Health Grants to Seven Community Organizations in Louisiana
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Louisiana has awarded $275,000 in maternal health grants to seven community organizations aimed at improving maternal health outcomes, reducing disparities, and expanding access to care.
New Partnership Expands Access to Prenatal Care
The United Health Foundation has committed $3 million to CAMBA, Inc. to improve access to prenatal care for underserved and homeless women in New York City.
United Health Foundation Launches $3 Million Partnership with CAMBA, Inc. to Improve Access to Prenatal Care for Brooklyn’s Most Vulnerable Residents
The United Health Foundation, the philanthropic foundation of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), has launched a three-year $3 million partnership with CAMBA, Inc. to help improve access to prenatal care for underserved and homeless women in Brooklyn.
Helping 11,000 Children Access Care
A $3 million grant to Valle del Sol Community Health, a federally qualified health center in the greater Phoenix area, will support the purchase of three mobile medical units and fund three mobile care teams to reach thousands of young people with coordinated primary and behavioral health care.
United Health Foundation Partners with Valle del Sol Community Health in Arizona to Improve Children’s Access to Care
The United Health Foundation, the philanthropic foundation of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), has committed $3 million to Valle del Sol Community Health to help improve school-age children’s access to integrated health care in underserved communities throughout the greater Phoenix metropolitan area.
Bassett Healthcare Network and Optum Launch Strategic Relationship to Advance Quality Care and Improve Experiences for Patients in Central New York
Bassett Healthcare Network and Optum today announced a strategic collaboration to further enhance Bassett’s clinical and operational performance, and advance delivery of high-quality, convenient and affordable health care for patients across Central New York.
New USMD Cancer Care and Infusion Centers Open to Improve Cancer Care in Dallas-Fort Worth
USMD, a physician-led integrated health care organization that is a part of Optum, a UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) company, opened three new cancer care and infusion centers to improve cancer care for patients in the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) Metroplex.
UnitedHealthcare Introduces First-of-its-Kind Community-Based Collaborative to Improve Health Outcomes and Equity
UnitedHealthcare today announced a community-based initiative, Community Catalyst, that convenes a broad range of community stakeholders to identify and address specific health care needs of members of the community and residents of publicly assisted housing who are often difficult to reach and serve.
New Report Identifies Growing Challenges for Older Americans
Even prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, U.S. seniors were facing increased mental health challenges including increased drug deaths, suicide and frequent mental distress, according to a new report released today by America’s Health Rankings®.
Partnership Aims to Help Businesses Following Civil Unrest
UnitedHealth Group provided a $500,000 grant to the Neighbors United Funding Collaborative to help St. Paul, Minnesota businesses — such as Lloyd’s Pharmacy in the Hamline-Midway neighborhood — reopen, rebuild and in some cases relocate following civil unrest last summer.
Mobile Health Teams Provide Health Care Access Amid Pandemic and Following Civil Unrest
A $1 million grant to Minnesota Community Care supports the use of mobile health teams and school-based clinics to serve underserved youth in St. Paul with primary care, mental health support, social work services and pharmacy services during the pandemic, among several other programs.
Chief Medical Officer of Maternal-Child Health Discusses Addressing Health Disparities in Maternal Care
The mortality rate for expectant Black mothers in America is twice as high as white mothers, according to America’s Health Rankings data. This is one of the widest disparities in women’s health, according to the report, but there are many more.
United Health Foundation Support Fuels Medical School Charter Graduation
The United Health Foundation is working to address primary care physician shortages in Nevada while helping improve residents’ overall health and access to care.
UnitedHealthcare To Offer New Post-Discharge Support for Retirees with Employer Group Medicare Advantage Plans
UnitedHealthcare announced it will be launching UnitedHealthcare® Healthy at Home, a new offering designed to help retirees safely transition back home after being discharged from a hospital or skilled nursing facility.
UnitedHealth Group Provides Additional Support to Help Fight COVID-19 in India
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), through the United Health Foundation, is donating $1 million (₹7.4 crores) in response to the growing coronavirus crisis in India, which is experiencing an unprecedented public health emergency with record-breaking surges in COVID-19 cases and deaths.
UnitedHealthcare Enhances Integration of Medical and Specialty Benefits, Helping Improve Health Outcomes and Affordability
UnitedHealthcare has introduced various enhancements to its integrated approach to medical and specialty benefits, providing members with a more simplified experience and enabling employers to help improve employee health outcomes, increase productivity and lower costs.
Expanding Access to Maternal Health Care in Nevada
The United Health Foundation is working to improve access to prenatal care in underserved communities in Nevada and help grow the state’s OB-GYN and family medicine physician workforce.
United Health Foundation Launches $2.6 Million Partnership with Touro University Nevada to Improve Maternal Health and Reduce Disparities in Underserved Communities
The United Health Foundation, the philanthropic foundation of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), is partnering with Touro University Nevada (Touro) to improve access to high-quality prenatal care for underserved and homeless women in southern Nevada.
New Collaboration Targets Urgent Health Challenges in Colorado
UnitedHealth Group’s Rocky Mountain Health Plans has announced a $30 million commitment to address important health issues in Colorado.
UnitedHealth Group Donates $30 Million to Increase Health Care Access for Underserved Communities Across Colorado
Rocky Mountain Health Plans, a UnitedHealth Group company, is donating $30 million to increase access to health care and support communities on the Western Slope and across Colorado.
Ohio Department of Medicaid Chooses UnitedHealthcare to Serve Individuals Covered by Medicaid
The Ohio Department of Medicaid, which is partnering with managed care health plans to improve the health and wellness of individuals, selected UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Ohio as one of six organizations to administer its reimagined Medicaid program, effective early 2022.
UnitedHealth Group Reports First Quarter Performance
Strong, well-diversified business performance contributed to growth across UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) in the first quarter 2021, even as the Company continued to support consumers, customers and the broader health system in the pandemic response.
Medicare Advantage Beneficiaries Receive Better Value and Spend 40% Less
Medicare Advantage (MA) beneficiaries spend 40% less than Medicare Fee-for-Service (FFS) beneficiaries, according to new UnitedHealth Group research.
Brian Thompson Named Chief Executive Officer of UnitedHealthcare Unit
Brian Thompson has been named Chief Executive Officer of UnitedHealthcare, the health benefits business of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH).
State of Hawaii Selects UnitedHealthcare to Serve its Medicaid Beneficiaries
Hawaii Medicaid beneficiaries will continue to have access to UnitedHealthcare’s comprehensive medical, behavioral, prescription drug and related services health plan
UnitedHealthcare Awards $240,000 in Maternal Health Grants to Five Community Organizations in Ohio
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Ohio has awarded $240,000 in maternal health grants to five community organizations aimed at improving maternal health outcomes, reducing disparities and expanding access to care.
UnitedHealthcare Awards More Than $276,000 in Maternal Health Grants to Six Community Organizations in Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Tennessee has awarded more than $276,000 in maternal health grants to six community organizations aimed at improving maternal health outcomes, reducing disparities and expanding access to care.
UnitedHealthcare Awards More than $285,000 in Maternal Health Grants to Eight Community Organizations in Mississippi
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Mississippi has awarded more than $285,000 in maternal health grants to eight community organizations aimed at improving maternal health outcomes, reducing disparities and expanding access to care.
Modernizing Drug Pricing Rules Could Save $4 Billion
Waiving the Medicaid Best Price rule could boost savings from a commercial value-based arrangement by $4 billion
Healthy Lake Street Fund Helps Businesses, Nonprofits Rebuild in Minneapolis
UnitedHealth Group partnered with the Lake Street Council last summer to establish a $1 million Healthy Lake Street fund to ensure core health and medical services on Lake Street damaged in the aftermath of civil unrest in Minneapolis can continue to serve members of the community.
Study: Real Appeal Digital Weight Loss Program Demonstrates Significant Medical Cost Savings
A new study from Rally Health, Inc., showed significant medical cost savings associated with its digital therapeutic weight loss program Real Appeal® when compared to a control group of similar individuals.
UnitedHealth Group Announces Earnings Release Date
UnitedHealth Group will release its first quarter 2021 financial results on Thursday, April 15, 2021.
UnitedHealthcare Hearing Launches Virtual Option to Help Plan Participants Remotely Access Hearing Health Care and Treatment
UnitedHealthcare Hearing has introduced a new virtual care option for people across the country and individuals enrolled in eligible UnitedHealthcare employer-sponsored and Medicare Advantage plans, helping expand access to custom-programmed hearing aids and potentially reducing the need for in-person appointments for fittings or adjustments.
Antibody Research & Treatment: How We’re Fighting COVID-19
To help improve access to treatment and better understand monoclonal antibodies, UnitedHealth Group and its research unit, OptumLabs, are taking a multifaceted approach toward this promising form of therapy.
OptumLabs Chief Physician Executive Discusses Solutions to Enhance the Health Care Experience
At a virtual event on the future of health care hosted by Axios, UnitedHealth Group’s Dr. Deneen Vojta discussed how the COVID-19 pandemic has redefined consumers’ expectations with the health care system and how the company is responding to meet those needs.
Women’s History Month: Passion Meets Purpose
This March, we’re celebrating Women’s History Month and honoring innovative women like OptumHealth employee Andrea Deanovic Schmidt, co-creator of a first-of-its-kind program to support living organ donors.
UnitedHealth Group Board Authorizes Payment of Quarterly Dividend
The UnitedHealth Group board of directors has authorized payment of a cash dividend of $1.25 per share, to be paid on March 23, 2021.
UnitedHealthcare Children’s Foundation Awards 25,000th Grant
UnitedHealthcare Children’s Foundation (UHCCF) awarded its 25,000th grant, continuing its mission of helping families gain greater access to medical care that improves the quality of life of children across the United States.
New Partnership Tackles Food Insecurity in North Minneapolis
UnitedHealth Group continued its commitment to rebuilding the health of the Twin Cities and addressing health equity through a new partnership with the Northside Achievement Zone (NAZ).
UnitedHealth Group Announces Executive Leadership Actions
Sir Andrew Witty has been named chief executive officer succeeding David S. Wichmann, who retires after successfully guiding the company through a period of growth and innovation and the deeply challenging onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Black History Month: A Time for Reflection
In honor of Black History Month, UnitedHealth Group leaders describe how the importance of inclusion and respect for others have influenced their careers.
Oklahoma Health Care Authority Chooses UnitedHealthcare to Serve its Medicaid Beneficiaries
The Oklahoma Health Care Authority, which is partnering with managed care health plans to improve people’s health outcomes, increase access to care, and reduce health care costs, selected UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Oklahoma to administer its statewide Medicaid program, SoonerSelect, starting later this year.
UnitedHealth Group Recognized for LGBTQ Workplace Equality
UnitedHealth Group received a top score on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2021 Corporate Equality Index, which measures corporate policies and practices related to LGBTQ workplace equality.
UnitedHealth Group Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2020 Financial Results
Fundamental execution was strong across UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) in the fourth quarter and throughout the full year 2020, led by Optum and by UnitedHealthcare’s community and senior benefit businesses, even as the Company delivered expansive voluntary relief efforts for consumers, care providers and customers across the health system.
OptumHealth CEO Discusses Solutions to Improve Health Care Affordability
Speaking at a virtual event on health care costs hosted by Axios, OptumHealth Chief Executive Officer Dr. Wyatt Decker discussed opportunities to improve affordability by reducing health care cost trends and reducing out-of-pocket expenses for consumers.
UnitedHealthcare Expands Access to Virtual Care, Including a New Virtual Primary Care Offering
UnitedHealthcare has expanded the availability of virtual care with local physicians for members enrolled in employer-sponsored plans, and also introduced a new Virtual Primary Care service designed to enable access to medical services in a simpler and more convenient way.
OptumInsight and Change Healthcare Combine to Advance a More Modern, Information and Technology-Enabled Health Care Platform
Optum, a diversified health services company and part of UnitedHealth Group, and Change Healthcare, a health care technology leader, have agreed to combine.
Research: Change to Drug Exclusivity Could Save Medicare $20B
New UnitedHealth Group research reveals that capping exclusivity for original biologics — which encompasses patent protections and regulatory exclusivity — and establishing subsequent price discounts could save Medicare billions of dollars in drug spending.
UnitedHealthcare Introduces Enhancements for Wearable Device Well-being Program, Including Access to Apple Fitness+ at No Additional Cost
UnitedHealthcare Motion, a wearable device well-being program available for purchase to employers across the country with self-funded and fully insured health plans, introduced several enhancements to eligible participants, which begin Jan. 1.
New Research Highlights the Safety and Cost Savings Associated with Ambulatory Surgery Centers
New UnitedHealth Group research finds that conducting more joint replacement surgeries in ambulatory surgery centers could result in 500,000 fewer hospitalizations and $3 billion in annual savings.
United Health Foundation Releases America’s Health Rankings 2020 Annual Report
The 2020 America’s Health Rankings Annual Report paints a picture of the nation’s ongoing public health successes and challenges as well as a deeper understanding of the nation’s health at the outset of the global COVID-19 pandemic
Optum Expands Partnership with Wider Circle to Deliver 25,000 Healthy Meals to Individuals and Families in Need during Holiday Season
Optum, a leading health services company, is expanding its partnership with Wider Circle, a tech-enabled community-based health care services company that drives better health for older adults and other vulnerable communities, to bring 25,000 meals to individuals and families, including Optum patients in Los Angeles County, during the holiday season.
Partnering to Advance COVID-19 Treatment
UnitedHealth Group is partnering with Eli Lilly to study its new monoclonal antibody treatment, bamlanivimab, for non-hospitalized people recently diagnosed with COVID-19.
Lilly and UnitedHealth Group partner on pragmatic study of neutralizing antibody bamlanivimab (LY-CoV555) for COVID-19
Eli Lilly and Company (NYSE: LLY) and UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) today announced a partnership to conduct a pragmatic study of bamlanivimab (LY-CoV555) in high-risk, COVID-19 infected individuals.
UnitedHealthcare Awards Nearly $100,000 in Community Builder Grants to Six Community Organizations in Michigan
Amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Michigan has awarded nearly $100,000 in Community Builder Grants to six community organizations aimed at improving access to health care services and addressing social determinants of health.
Sir Andrew Witty Returns to UnitedHealth Group after Leave of Absence
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) announced that Sir Andrew Witty, president of UnitedHealth Group and chief executive officer of Optum, has returned to the company after an eight-month leave of absence to serve as a Global Envoy for the World Health Organization’s COVID-19 efforts.
UnitedHealth Group Updates Business Outlook Ahead of Investor Conference
UnitedHealth Group issued an updated 2020 outlook and its initial view of 2021 ahead of its annual Investor Conference.
UnitedHealth Group to Host 2020 Investor Conference
UnitedHealth Group will host its annual Investor Conference with analysts and institutional investors virtually on Tuesday, December 1, 2020, beginning at 9:00 a.m. ET.
UnitedHealth Group Names Matthew W. Friedrich Chief Legal Officer
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) has named Matthew W. Friedrich executive vice president and chief legal officer, effective January 11, 2021.
New Partnership Expands At-Home Maternal Care for At-Risk Women
The United Health Foundation has partnered with Any Baby Can (ABC), a Texas-based organization, to expand at-home maternal care services and improve the health of at-risk prenatal women and their children in Austin, Texas, and its surrounding communities.
United Health Foundation and Any Baby Can Partner to Expand Maternal Care for At-Risk Women in Texas
The United Health Foundation is teaming up with Any Baby Can (ABC) to expand at-home maternal care services and improve the health of at-risk prenatal women.
New Research Reveals Savings Opportunities for Diagnostic Imaging
New UnitedHealth Group research shows that shifting diagnostic imaging from hospital outpatient departments to lower-cost imaging centers or physician offices would reduce spending on diagnostic imaging by 62% — saving consumers more than $300 per test.
OptumHealth Services CEO Talks with Axios About Achieving Universal Coverage
Public-private partnerships are key to ensuring all Americans have access to affordable, quality coverage — especially amid the COVID-19 pandemic, according to OptumHealth Services Chief Executive Officer Heather Cianfrocco.
UnitedHealth Group Named to Dow Jones Sustainability North America and World Indices for 22nd Consecutive Year
Within the Health Care Equipment and Services Industry Group, UnitedHealth Group ranked in the 96th percentile overall, up 1 point from last year.
Collaborating to Accelerate COVID-19 Vaccine Research
UnitedHealth Group is collaborating with Johnson & Johnson and its Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies to share information about their Phase 3 COVID-19 vaccine candidate trial
Veterans Day: A Time to Reflect
Today, on Veterans Day, UnitedHealth Group is honoring those who have served in the United States Armed Forces.
United Health Foundation and Texas Association of Community Health Centers Announce Partnership to Better Serve Adults Living with Diabetes
The United Health Foundation today announced a partnership with the Texas Association of Community Health Centers (TACHC) to provide better care for adults living with diabetes across the state of Texas.
Partnership Aims to Improve Health of Adults with Diabetes
The United Health Foundation and the Texas Association of Community Health Centers (TACHC) have joined forces to provide better care for adults living with diabetes across the state of Texas.
UnitedHealth Group Board Authorizes Payment of Quarterly Dividend
The UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) board of directors has authorized payment of a cash dividend of $1.25 per share, to be paid on December 15, 2020, to all shareholders of record of UnitedHealth Group common stock as of the close of business on December 7, 2020.
More Than 40% of Americans Say COVID-19 Has Influenced What Health Plan They Intend to Select During Open Enrollment
Many Americans said COVID-19 has influenced the health plan they intend to select during open enrollment.
Confidence in Artificial Intelligence Increases as Health Industry Leaders Project Faster Return on Investment, Signal Growing Need for Broad Range of AI Expertise
Health care executives today believe artificial intelligence (AI) will deliver value for the industry faster than previously thought.
Health Literacy Key to Better Health Outcomes
Findings from new UnitedHealth Group research illustrate the importance of increasing health literacy as a key component to driving better health outcomes and improving health care affordability.
Grant Partnerships Announced with Five Nonprofits in the Twin Cities to Support Healing and Rebuilding
UnitedHealth Group is announcing grant partnerships with five local nonprofit organizations: Lake Street Council, Minnesota Community Care, Neighbors United Funding Collaborative, West Broadway Business & Area Coalition/Northside Funders, and Heart of America.
New Partnership Expands Access to Care for Pennsylvania Families
United Health Foundation’s three-year, $2 million grant to Family First Health will enhance services at Family First Health’s York, Pennsylvania, location, a school-based health center housed at Hannah Penn K-8 school.
United Health Foundation Partners with Family First Health of Pennsylvania to Improve Access to Care for Children and Families
The United Health Foundation is partnering with Family First Health, a federally qualified health center, on an innovative program to improve access to health care for children and their families while widening the reach to serve vulnerable populations in the Keystone State.
New Partnership with University of California, San Francisco Will Help Grow and Diversify State’s Mental Health Workforce
A four-year, $4 million grant partnership between the University of California, San Francisco and UnitedHealth Group will expand the mental health workforce in California.
UnitedHealth Group and University of California San Diego Teaming to Help Grow and Diversify State’s Mental Health Workforce
The University of California San Diego and UnitedHealth Group are announcing a new four-year, $4 million grant collaboration to expand the mental health workforce in California.
Expanding and Diversifying the Mental Health Workforce in California to Meet the Need
We're collaborating with UC San Diego and UC San Francisco on four-year grants totaling $8 million to help the schools grow and diversify their pipelines of diverse child and adolescent psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners.
United Health Foundation Pledges $2.5 Million to Support Breast Cancer Screenings for Michigan Residents
The United Health Foundation has committed $2.5 million to the Michigan Primary Care Association (MPCA) to support increased breast cancer screening and genetic testing for high-risk women, men and their families.
Increasing Breast Cancer Screening for Those Most at Risk
The United Health Foundation, as part of a three-year partnership with the Michigan Primary Care Association, is committing $2.5 million to increase breast cancer screening and genetic testing for high-risk women, men and their families.
UnitedHealth Group Reports Third Quarter Results
During the third quarter of 2020, UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) saw continued growth, led by Optum and the UnitedHealthcare public-sector and senior benefits businesses, even as the Company continued its expansive COVID-19 response efforts supporting patients, care providers, customers and communities.
New Partnership Aims to Improve Physician Wellness
To improve physician well-being and reduce burnout, the United Health Foundation has partnered with the American Academy of Family Physicians Foundation.
Optum’s Phil McKoy Discusses the Role of Digital Tools in Advancing Health Equity
Digital health tools will be critical to advancing health equity and improving access to health care providers in underserved communities, especially in the wake of COVID-19, according to Optum Digital Transformation Leader Phil McKoy.
Sanvello Teams Up With the Chicago Bulls to Increase Access to Mental Health Resources for Youth
Sanvello Health, Inc., a leading digital mental health care provider and UnitedHealth Group company (NYSE:UNH), today announced a new partnership with the Chicago Bulls.
Supporting Living Donors Through The HERO Program™
UnitedHealth Group has launched a first-of-its-kind program designed to lower the barriers to living donor transplants: Helping Employees Receive Organs — The HERO Program™
UnitedHealth Group Launches The HERO Program™ to Remove Financial Barriers for Living Donor Transplants
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) has launched a first-of-its-kind program designed to support employees, and boost the critically low number of live-organ transplants.
UnitedHealthcare Eye Care Program Helps Support Children’s Eye Health by Reducing Exposure to Blue Light Amid COVID-19
UnitedHealthcare has launched a vision program that will help children across the country reduce their exposure to blue light and support their overall eye health, addressing the unique eye-health challenges young people may face amid COVID-19.
United Health Foundation and American Academy of Family Physicians Foundation Partner to Promote Physician Well-Being and Reduce Burnout
United Health Foundation is teaming with the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) Foundation through a $3 million, three-year grant to help the AAFP identify causes of physician burnout and develop solutions to improve physician wellness and, ultimately, deliver higher quality care to patients.
UnitedHealth Group Launches Disability Inclusion Internship Program
UnitedHealth Group’s Engagement, Inclusion and Diversity Center of Excellence has launched the Disability Inclusion Internship Program.
UnitedHealthcare’s 2021 Medicare Plans Bring Unique Solutions for Unique Times
UnitedHealthcare® today introduced its 2021 Medicare Advantage and prescription drug plans, showcasing affordable coverage, exclusive benefits, expanded plan access and a simplified member experience that connects people to quality care – when and where they need it.
UnitedHealthcare Donates $1 Million to Support Food Security and Housing Programs Offered by Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada
UnitedHealthcare announced today it will contribute $1 million to Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada over the next three years to provide vital support to their Meals on Wheels program and Renewing Hope Program for Men.
UnitedHealthcare Introduces New Health Plan Offering Lower Premiums and a High-Performing Network in Kansas City
Kansas City-area employers can save up to 15% on monthly premiums with a new health plan from UnitedHealthcare that features Saint Luke’s Health System and Children’s Mercy Kansas City in its high-performing network.
United Health Foundation and AARP Foundation join forces to address social isolation among seniors
The United Health Foundation and AARP Foundation are collaborating to address social isolation and food insecurity among seniors during the COVID-19 pandemic.
United Health Foundation Partners with Florida State University to Establish Graduate-Level Concentration in Military Health
The United Health Foundation has committed $1.25 million to Florida State University (FSU) College of Nursing to help nurse practitioners better address the distinct health needs of individuals who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces.
Training Nurses to Better Serve Armed Forces Service Members
The United Health Foundation is committing $1.25 million to create a new graduate-level concentration in Military Health as part of a three-year partnership with the Florida State University College of Nursing.
UnitedHealth Group and OptumServe Named Top Military Friendly® Employers
UnitedHealth Group and OptumServe have been ranked Top Ten in the nation on the 2021 Military Friendly® Employers list. Top-ten recognition is the highest award an organization can receive.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Affected by Ongoing Wildfires in Western States
We're taking action to help people affected by the ongoing wildfires across parts of California, Oregon, Washington and several other Western States.
UnitedHealthcare and Canopy Health Introduce Health Plan Delivering Lower Costs and a Patient-Focused Health Care Experience
UnitedHealthcare and Canopy Health have introduced a new health plan that offers consumers in Northern California personalized and seamless customer support as well as the opportunity to save up to 25% on premiums.
UnitedHealthcare and Sesame Workshop Team Up to Help Families Grow in Healthy Ways
UnitedHealthcare and Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit educational organization behind Sesame Street, are co-creating a webinar designed to keep grandparents and their grandchildren connected during COVID-19.
Sanvello and Aly Raisman Partner to Address Growing Need for Mental Health Solutions
Sanvello, a leading digital mental health care provider and a UnitedHealth Group company has a new partnership with world-champion gymnast and wellness advocate Aly Raisman.
World-Champion Gymnast Aly Raisman Partners with Sanvello to Advance Mental Health Solutions
Sanvello Health, Inc., a leading digital mental health care provider and a UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) company, today announced a new partnership with gold medal gymnast and wellness advocate, Aly Raisman. The news strategic partnership also comes as Sanvello launches its new mental health coaching services and an expanded therapy offering, both available within the app.
UnitedHealthcare Donates $500,000 to Support Residents of Louisiana Affected by Hurricane Laura
UnitedHealthcare announced today it is donating $500,000 to the Community Foundation of Southwest Louisiana to help residents recover and rebuild following the devastating impact of Hurricane Laura.
State of Indiana Chooses UnitedHealthcare to Serve its Hoosier Care Connect Program Beneficiaries
The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, which is partnering with managed care health plans to improve people’s health and well-being and reduce health care costs, has selected UnitedHealthcare to administer its Hoosier Care Connect program.
What Women’s Equality Day Means to Us
Today, UnitedHealth Group and our UnitedHealthcare and Optum businesses are celebrating Women’s Equality Day. The celebration commemorates the day a century ago when women won the right to vote under the 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution.
Morehouse School of Medicine and UnitedHealth Group Collaborate to Help Expand COVID-19 Research and Health Equity for Individuals with Sickle Cell
Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM) and UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) have joined forces to determine if people with sickle cell trait are at greater risk of contracting COVID-19 and if the trait results in more severe cases of the disease.
United Health Foundation Pledges $1.7 Million to Health Care Center for the Homeless to Expand Access to Primary Care in Florida
The United Health Foundation has committed $1.7 million to increase the number of health care providers by training nurse practitioners to meet growing demand for primary care in underserved communities of Florida.
Expanding Access to Primary Care in Florida
United Health Foundation has committed $1.7 million to improve access to primary care in Florida. A three-year partnership with the Health Care Center for the Homeless will train nurse practitioners to meet growing demand for primary care in underserved communities.
United Health Foundation Donates $1,250,000 to ECU to Support Maternal Health Needs of North Carolina Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
The United Health Foundation has donated $1,250,000 to East Carolina University’s Brody School of Medicine to expand access to health care and improve health outcomes for North Carolina’s mothers and babies.
United Health Foundation Donates $750,000 to Support Maternal Health Needs of Georgia Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
The United Health Foundation has donated $750,000 to the Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition of Georgia to improve access to health care and health outcomes for Georgia’s mothers and babies.
Expanding Access to Health Care for Mothers and Babies in Georgia and North Carolina
The United Health Foundation is helping expand access to health care and improve health outcomes for mothers and babies in Georgia and North Carolina.
Physicians Provide Higher Quality Care Under Set Monthly Payments Instead of Being Paid Per Service, UnitedHealth Group Study Shows
Global capitation payments provide strong incentives for physicians to prioritize prevention, avoid unnecessary interventions, and increase overall wellness
Achieving Better Care for Seniors by Aligning Incentives with Quality of Care
New research shows that global capitation payments incentivize physicians to prioritize prevention and value-based care.
UnitedHealth Group Board Authorizes Payment of Quarterly Dividend
The UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) board of directors has authorized payment of a cash dividend of $1.25 per share, to be paid on September 22, 2020, to all shareholders of record of UnitedHealth Group common stock as of the close of business on September 14, 2020.
UnitedHealth Group Publishes Inaugural Sustainability Report
Annual report is a snapshot of the company’s efforts to lead in the development of the next-generation health system in a socially conscious way
UnitedHealthcare Donates More than $100,000 to Nonprofits in Arizona
UnitedHealthcare, a UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) company, is awarding $105,000 in Empowering Health grants to three community-based organizations in Arizona to expand access to care and address the social determinants of health for uninsured individuals and underserved communities.
UnitedHealth Group Recognized as Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion
The Disability Equality Index® (DEI) has named UnitedHealth Group one of the best places to work for disability inclusion in 2020.
UnitedHealth Group Advances Technologies to Improve Care
Amid the coronavirus pandemic, UnitedHealth Group is rapidly assembling a new digital platform to improve care.
UnitedHealth Group Continues Efforts to Combat Covid-19, Reports Second Quarter Performance
During the second quarter of 2020, UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) expanded its COVID-19 response efforts, proactively supporting patients, customers, care providers and communities.
UnitedHealth Group’s Diverse Team Responds to COVID-19
UnitedHealth Group’s 325,000 diverse team members across the globe are leading the fight against COVID-19, helping people live healthier lives and helping make the health system work better for everyone.
UnitedHealth Group Continues Health Equity Initiatives
UnitedHealth Group is advancing broad health equity initiatives across the nation.
Boulder Community Health and Optum Launch New, Comprehensive Relationship to Advance Quality Care and Improve Experiences for Patients in the Boulder Area
Boulder Community Health (BCH) and Optum today announced a comprehensive new relationship focused on advancing delivery of high-quality, convenient and affordable health care to patients across Boulder County and surrounding communities.
Innovative New Level2™ Digital Health Therapy Resulted in Better Health for People with Type 2 Diabetes
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) has launched an innovative new therapy that combines wearable technology and customized personal support to help improve the health of people living with type 2 diabetes.
Leveraging Innovative Technology to Help Treat Type 2 Diabetes
UnitedHealth Group has launched Level2, an innovative new digital therapy that combines wearable technology and customized personal support to help improve the health of people living with type 2 diabetes.
UnitedHealthcare Donates Nearly $1.1 Million to Nonprofits in Florida
UnitedHealthcare, a UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) company, is awarding nearly $1.1 million in Empowering Health grants to eight community-based organizations in Florida to expand access to care and address the social determinants of health for uninsured individuals and underserved communities.
UnitedHealthcare Donates $250,000 to Nonprofits Serving Charleston, West Virginia
UnitedHealthcare, a UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) company, is awarding $250,000 in Empowering Health grants to three community-based organizations in Charleston to expand access to care and address the social determinants of health for uninsured individuals and underserved communities.
UnitedHealthcare Donates More Than $1 Million to Nonprofits in Texas
UnitedHealthcare, a UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) company, is awarding more than $1 million in Empowering Health grants to eight community-based organizations in Texas to expand access to care and address the social determinants of health for uninsured individuals and underserved communities.
UnitedHealthcare Donates $1.3 Million to Nonprofits in New York
UnitedHealthcare, a UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) company, is awarding more than $1.3 million in Empowering Health grants to 14 community-based organizations in the state of New York to expand access to care and address the social determinants of health for uninsured individuals and underserved communities.
UnitedHealthcare Donates Nearly $1 Million to Nonprofits in South Carolina
UnitedHealthcare, a UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) company, is awarding nearly $1 million in Empowering Health grants to eight community-based organizations in South Carolina to expand access to care and address the social determinants of health for uninsured individuals and underserved communities.
UnitedHealthcare Donates Over $200,000 to Nonprofits in Pennsylvania
UnitedHealthcare, a UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) company, is awarding more than $207,000 in Empowering Health grants to three community-based organizations in Pennsylvania to expand access to care and address the social determinants of health for uninsured individuals and underserved communities.
UnitedHealthcare Donates $1 Million to Nonprofits in Nebraska
UnitedHealthcare, a UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) company, is awarding $1 million in Empowering Health grants to four community-based organizations in Nebraska to expand access to care and address the social determinants of health for uninsured individuals and underserved communities.
UnitedHealthcare Donates $1 Million to Nonprofits in Georgia
UnitedHealthcare, a UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) company, is awarding $1 million in Empowering Health grants to six community-based organizations in Georgia to expand access to care and address the social determinants of health for uninsured individuals and underserved communities.
UnitedHealthcare Donates Nearly $600,000 to Nonprofits in Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare, a UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) company, is awarding $595,000 in Empowering Health grants to six community-based organizations in Tennessee to expand access to care and address the social determinants of health for uninsured individuals and underserved communities.
UnitedHealthcare Donates $1 Million to Nonprofits in Kansas
UnitedHealthcare, a UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) company, is awarding $1 million in Empowering Health grants to seven community-based organizations in Kansas to expand access to care and address the social determinants of health for uninsured individuals and underserved communities.
UnitedHealthcare Donates $1 Million to Nonprofits in Maryland
UnitedHealthcare, a UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) company, is awarding $1 million in Empowering Health grants to eight community-based organizations in Maryland to expand access to care and address the social determinants of health for uninsured individuals and underserved communities.
UnitedHealthcare Donates $1 Million to Nonprofits in North Carolina
UnitedHealthcare, a UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) company, is awarding $1 million in Empowering Health grants to six community-based organizations in North Carolina to expand access to care and address the social determinants of health for uninsured individuals and underserved communities.
UnitedHealthcare Donates Nearly $600,000 to Nonprofits in Ohio
UnitedHealthcare, a UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) company, is awarding $595,000 in Empowering Health grants to seven community-based organizations in Ohio to expand access to care and address the social determinants of health for uninsured individuals and underserved communities.
UnitedHealth Group Extends Community Meals Program for Minnesotans in Need
UnitedHealth Group has renewed its commitment to provide free and healthy meals to families throughout the Minneapolis-St. Paul areas of Minnesota as part of its response to the COVID-19 crisis.
Urgent Care Centers Can Address Gaps in Access to Primary Care According to New Research from UnitedHealth Group
New research from UnitedHealth Group has shown that urgent care centers can serve up to 10 million American children who currently have limited access to well-child visits.
Providing Affordable Primary Care for 10 Million Children
Three well-child visits per urgent care center per day would close 10 million care gaps each year, according to UnitedHealth Group research.
UnitedHealthcare Dental Launches Teledentistry Option to Help Plan Participants Avoid Unnecessary ER Visits
UnitedHealthcare Dental continues to evolve its products and services to improve access to oral care, while lowering costs.
UnitedHealth Group Collaborates in Public-Private Partnership to Accelerate COVID-19 Research and Offer New Scientific Insights
UnitedHealth Group is participating in the COVID-19 Diagnostics Evidence Accelerator — a new public-private partnership that leverages real-world data to enhance COVID-19 response efforts through faster, high-quality, modern scientific research.
A Closer Look at Freedom Day
On Friday, June 19, UnitedHealth Group honors Juneteenth — the United States holiday also known as “Freedom Day” or “Emancipation Day” that recognizes a pivotal moment in the emancipation of slaves in Texas.
United Health Foundation Expands Tribal Scholars Program With Grant to American Indian College Fund
The United Health Foundation has donated $430,000 to the American Indian College Fund’s United Health Foundation Tribal Scholars Program, creating 13 scholarships for American Indian and Alaska Natives studying in the health and dental fields.
United Health Foundation Pledges $500,000 to Support Vulnerable Arizona Residents Amid COVID-19 Emergency
The United Health Foundation has committed $500,000 to provide urgent assistance to Arizona residents during the COVID-19 pandemic.
United Health Foundation Grants $430K to American Indian College Fund to Expand Tribal Scholars Program
The United Health Foundation (UHF) is increasing its support of the American Indian College Fund’s United Health Foundation Tribal Scholars Program to ensure Native American communities have access to urgently needed health care with a $430,000 grant to provide 13 scholarships for American Indian and Alaska Natives studying in the health and dental fields.
United Health Foundation Supports COVID-19 Relief Efforts in Arizona
The United Health Foundation has donated $500,000 to the Arizona Food Bank Network (AzFBN) to address food insecurity across Arizona.
UnitedHealth Group Named One of the 50 Most Community-Minded Companies in the United States
For the ninth consecutive year, Points of Light, the world’s largest organization dedicated to volunteer service, has included UnitedHealth Group on The Civic 50 as one of the 50 most community-minded companies in the country for its civic engagement in 2019.
UnitedHealth Group Recognized by Points of Light as One of the 50 Most Community-Minded Companies in the United States
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) has been recognized by The Civic 50 as one of the 50 most community-minded companies in the United States for its civic engagement in 2019.
Commonwealth of Kentucky Chooses UnitedHealthcare to Serve its Medicaid Beneficiaries
The Commonwealth of Kentucky, which is partnering with managed care health plans to improve people’s health and well-being and reduce health care costs, selected UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Kentucky as one of five organizations to administer its statewide Medicaid program, effective January 1, 2021.
New England Journal of Medicine Editors Praise Results of UnitedHealth Group COVID-19 Study
New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM) editors discussed the recent UnitedHealth Group study of self-administered COVID-19 testing – and they were optimistic that the results of the study would transform testing for the coronavirus.
UnitedHealth Group Celebrates LGBTQ Pride Month
Throughout June, UnitedHealth Group and its UnitedHealthcare and Optum businesses are celebrating lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) pride.
Delivering Another $100 Million in Affordable Housing
UnitedHealth Group recently announced an additional $100 million investment in affordable housing — which brings the company’s total contribution to $500 million.
UnitedHealth Group Invests Additional $100 Million in Affordable Housing to Further Its Commitment to Building Communities That Achieve Better Health Outcomes
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) has reached $500 million in affordable housing investments, with an announcement today of a $100 million investment in the Health & Housing Fund — a partnership with Stewards of Affordable Housing for the Future (SAHF) and National Affordable Housing Trust (NAHT).
UnitedHealth Group and Penn Medicine Form Partnership to Accelerate Health Care Innovation
UnitedHealth Group Research and Development and the University of Pennsylvania’s Penn Medicine have partnered to codesign meaningful, end-to-end solutions for the health care system.
UnitedHealth Group Updates on Annual Shareholder Meeting, Board Actions
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) provided updates on its 2020 annual shareholder meeting and actions by its Board of Directors at its regular quarterly meeting.
UnitedHealth Group Announces Support for Minneapolis-St. Paul in Response to George Floyd Tragedy and Civil Unrest
Following the tragic death of George Floyd, UnitedHealth Group on Monday announced a commitment to support Mr. Floyd’s family, help Minneapolis-St. Paul businesses restore operations, and fund efforts to advance equality and inclusivity in the Twin Cities community.
UnitedHealth Group Announces Support for Twin Cities in Response to George Floyd Tragedy and Civil Unrest
Following the tragic death of George Floyd, UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) today announced a commitment to support Mr. Floyd’s family, help Twin Cities businesses restore their operations and fund efforts to advance equity and inclusivity in the Minneapolis-St. Paul community.
United Health Foundation Commits $2.5 Million to Children’s Wisconsin
Funds will support establishment of a behavioral health response team for children in crisis.
United Health Foundation Commits $2.5 Million to Establish Behavioral Health Crisis Team in Children’s Wisconsin Emergency Department
The United Health Foundation has awarded Children’s Wisconsin a three-year, $2.5 million grant to establish a crisis response team in the emergency department (ED) available 24 hours a day, seven days a week for children with mental and behavioral health needs.
Rally Health Earns HITRUST CSF Certification for Meeting Regulatory and Industry-Defined Requirements for Safeguarding Protected Health Information
Digital health company Rally Health, Inc., part of health services leader Optum, announced today that its Rally® consumer digital health platform and entire portfolio of solutions have achieved HITRUST CSF® Certification, a distinction awarded by HITRUST,® a leading data protection standards development and certification organization, to recognize health solutions that have passed a rigorous security evaluation and have met key regulations and industry requirements related to safeguarding protected health information (PHI).
Study Finds Seniors with COVID-19 Taking Hypertension Medication at Lower Risk of Hospitalization, Clinical Trial to Follow Immediately
A study completed by UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) with the Yale School of Medicine found that older COVID-19 patients with hypertension taking angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors had a lower risk of COVID-19 hospitalization.
COVID-19 Study Paves the Way for an Innovative Virtual Clinical Trial
A UnitedHealth Group and Yale School of Medicine COVID-19 study clears the way for clinical trials that could help improve care and treatment for a vulnerable population.
UnitedHealth Group-Sponsored Charity Golf Match Raises Millions for American Nurses Foundation and CDC Foundation to Support COVID-19 Response
The TaylorMade Driving Relief charity golf match, supported by UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), raised more than $5.5 million for COVID-19 relief efforts, led by UnitedHealth Group’s $3 million contribution to benefit the American Nurses Foundation and CDC Foundation, two organizations helping to lead COVID-19 relief efforts.
UnitedHealth Group and Microsoft Collaborate to Launch ProtectWell™ Protocol & App
UnitedHealth Group and Microsoft have teamed to launch the ProtectWell™ protocol and app to support return-to-workplace planning and COVID-19 symptom screening.
UnitedHealth Group and Microsoft Collaborate to Launch ProtectWell Protocol and App to Support Return-to-Workplace Planning and COVID-19 Symptom Screening
UnitedHealth Group and Microsoft Corp. have joined forces to launch ProtectWell, an innovative return-to-workplace protocol that enables employers to bring employees back to work in a safer environment.
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Ohio Awarded NCQA Distinction in Multicultural Health Care
The National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) has recognized UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Ohio with its Distinction in Multicultural Health Care award for delivery of culturally appropriate and quality improvement interventions serving diverse populations.
UnitedHealthcare and GlassesUSA.com’s New Network Relationship Gives People Online Access to Affordable, Designer Prescription Eyewear
People enrolled in UnitedHealthcare employer-sponsored and individual vision plans now have network access to GlassesUSA.com, giving more than 19 million Americans online access to order prescription glasses and sunglasses for little or no out-of-pocket costs.
United Health Foundation Supports Pennsylvania’s Frontline Health Care Workers Fighting COVID-19
The United Health Foundation donated $750,000 to provide personal protective equipment and support for frontline health care workers fighting COVID-19 in Pennsylvania.
United Health Foundation Donates $750,000 to Support Pennsylvania’s Home Care, Home Health and Hospice Workers Amid COVID-19 Emergency
The United Health Foundation has donated $750,000 to provide personal protective equipment (PPE) and support for frontline health care workers fighting COVID-19 and the vulnerable populations they serve in Pennsylvania.
Optum Offers Free Online Wellness Program to Help Older Adults Stay Healthy and Active During COVID-19 Pandemic
Optum, a leading health services company, launched the Virtual Community Center wellness program to give older adults across the country free access to online exercise, nutrition and mental health classes geared for their age group.
Optum Helping People Stay Connected with Needed Behavioral Health Support During COVID-19
Optum continues to respond to the need by significantly expanding the availability of telehealth visits, including growing the number of providers available to see patients virtually.
Committed to Supporting and Protecting Frontline Health Care Workers During the COVID-19 Crisis
The United Health Foundation has provided $5 million to the CDC Foundation, Direct Relief and the American Nurses Foundation to support the nation’s health care workforce during the COVID-19 crisis.
UnitedHealth Group to Provide Over $1.5 Billion in Assistance and Premium Support to Customers
UnitedHealth Group will provide more than $1.5 billion in initial assistance, including customer premium credits
UnitedHealth Group Provides Over $1.5 Billion of Additional Support in Response to Covid-19 Challenges
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) is taking additional action to directly support people affected by the COVID-19 pandemic by providing over $1.5 billion of additional support for its customers.
UnitedHealth Group Celebrates Nurses Week
UnitedHealth Group and its UnitedHealthcare and Optum businesses are celebrating Nurses Week from May 6 to May 12.
United Health Foundation Supports Expanded COVID-19 Testing and Behavioral Health Care
The United Health Foundation is donating $1 million to support two organizations fighting COVID-19 and serving impacted communities.
United Health Foundation Donates $500,000 to Support Behavioral Health Needs of Colorado Residents Amid COVID-19 Emergency
The United Health Foundation has donated $500,000 to the Colorado Community Health Network (CCHN) to address the behavioral health needs of Colorado residents during the COVID-19 pandemic.
United Health Foundation Donates $500,000 to University of Chicago Medicine to Support Expanded COVID-19 Testing in Underserved Communities
The United Health Foundation is donating $500,000 to the University of Chicago Medicine to support expanded COVID-19 testing for underserved communities.
UnitedHealth Group Works to Deploy Innovative Emergency Ventilator Alternative Devices
UnitedHealth Group, Boston Scientific, Medtronic and the University of Minnesota have collaborated to deploy 3,000 newly invented and U.S. Food and Drug Administration-authorized “light” ventilators to address the limited stock of critical breathing support equipment in response to COVID-19.
UnitedHealth Group, Boston Scientific, Medtronic and the University of Minnesota Work to Deploy 3,000 Emergency Ventilator Alternative Devices
UnitedHealth Group is collaborating with Boston Scientific, Medtronic and the University of Minnesota to deploy 3,000 newly invented “light” ventilators to address the limited stock of critical breathing support equipment in response to COVID-19.
United Health Foundation and AARP Foundation Launch $5 Million Partnership to Support Seniors During the COVID-19 Crisis
The United Health Foundation and AARP Foundation have launched a $5 million partnership to address social isolation and food insecurity among seniors nationwide during the COVID-19 pandemic.
United Health Foundation Joins Forces with AARP Foundation in $5 Million Initiative to Support Seniors Experiencing Isolation, Food Insecurity, During COVID-19 Crisis
The United Health Foundation is teaming up with AARP Foundation to support older Americans during the COVID-19 emergency.
UnitedHealth Group Donates $5 Million to Support a Federal Program Developing Treatments for COVID-19
UnitedHealth Group is donating $5 million to support a federally sponsored program seeking to accelerate and expand the availability of investigational convalescent plasma treatments for COVID-19 patients nationwide.
UnitedHealth Group Donates $5 Million to Support National Program to Develop Convalescent Plasma Treatments for COVID-19
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) will donate $5 million to support a federally sponsored program aimed at accelerating and expanding the availability of investigational convalescent plasma treatments for COVID-19 patients nationwide.
United Health Foundation Launches Partnerships to Support Frontline Health Care Workers During the COVID-19 Crisis
The United Health Foundation has committed a total of $5 million to the CDC Foundation, Direct Relief and the American Nurses Foundation to support the nation’s health care workforce during the COVID-19 crisis.
United Health Foundation Launches $5 Million in National Partnerships to Support Frontline Health Care Workers During COVID-19 Emergency
The United Health Foundation is partnering with the CDC Foundation, Direct Relief and the American Nurses Foundation to support the nation’s health care workforce during the COVID-19 crisis.
New Study Shows Effectiveness of Polyester Swabs and Saline Transportation for COVID-19 Testing, Improving Testing Efficiency and Flexibility, and Protecting Health Care Workers
A study led by UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) Research & Development and The Everett Clinic, part of Optum, revealed alternative swab materials and commonly available saline are effective for COVID-19 testing, providing more options for sample collection.
Sanvello Offers Free Clinician Dashboard to Mental Health Professionals to Support COVID-19 Response
Sanvello Health, Inc., a leading provider of digital and tele-mental health solutions to individuals, businesses and health care professionals, today announced free access to its clinician dashboard, Sanvello for Clinicians, to all U.S. mental health professionals to support their work with patients during the COVID-19 pandemic for the duration of the crisis.
UnitedHealth Group COVID-19 Response
Coronavirus (COVID-19) is profoundly impacting the health of people around the world, as well as our global economies.
UnitedHealth Group Reports First Quarter Results
During the first quarter of 2020, UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) responded to the COVID-19 global health crisis, rapidly redirecting its business efforts to provide a broad range of critical support to patients, customers, care providers and communities, while maintaining full employment for its team members.
Sir Andrew Witty to Take Leave of Absence from UnitedHealth Group to Co-Lead World Health Organization Efforts to Accelerate a COVID-19 Vaccine
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) announced that Sir Andrew Witty, president of UnitedHealth Group and CEO of Optum, has been asked to co-lead a global effort of the World Health Organization (WHO), in partnership with key stakeholders, to accelerate the development of a COVID-19 vaccine.
UnitedHealth Group Expands Effort to Supply Meals for People in Need
UnitedHealth Group last week expanded its program to provide food for thousands of families in need to six locations nationwide as part of its response to COVID-19.
Why Are More Americans Choosing Medicare Advantage?
Medicare Advantage offers benefits beyond Medicare Fee-For-Service, such as vision, hearing and dental care, gym memberships, and care coordination programs.
United Health Foundation Launches Partnerships to Support Communities Hard Hit by the COVID-19 Pandemic
The United Health Foundation has provided nearly $6 million to support 10 partnerships in communities hard hit by COVID-19.
United Health Foundation Pledges $250,000 to Support Vulnerable Michigan Residents Amid COVID-19 Emergency
The United Health Foundation has committed $250,000 to provide urgent assistance to Michigan residents experiencing food insecurity as they face unprecedented hardships during the COVID-19 pandemic.
United Health Foundation Pledges $1 Million to Support Vulnerable Los Angeles County Residents Amid COVID-19 Emergency
The United Health Foundation has committed $1 million to provide urgent assistance to Los Angeles County residents experiencing homelessness as they face unprecedented hardships during the COVID-19 pandemic.
UnitedHealth Group Honored to Assist the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Under the CARES Act
UnitedHealth Group is honored to have been asked to assist the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services in distributing, as directed by the Department, an initial $30 billion in emergency funding to health care providers seeking assistance under the CARES Act. This effort is vital to maintaining the health and readiness of the U.S. health care system, and we’re pleased to have the opportunity to support it.
United Health Foundation Pledges $1 Million to Support Vulnerable New York Residents Amid COVID-19 Emergency
Partnerships with Food Bank For New York City and Care For the Homeless are part of initial $50 million commitment from UnitedHealth Group to fight COVID-19 and support impacted communities
United Health Foundation Pledges $500,000 to Support Vulnerable Louisiana Residents Amid COVID-19 Emergency
The United Health Foundation has committed $500,000 to provide urgent assistance to Louisiana residents experiencing homelessness and food insecurity as they face unprecedented hardships during the COVID-19 pandemic.
United Health Foundation Pledges $1 Million to Support Vulnerable New Jersey Residents Amid COVID-19 Emergency
The United Health Foundation has committed $1 million to provide urgent assistance to New Jersey residents experiencing food insecurity as they face unprecedented hardships during the COVID-19 pandemic.
UnitedHealth Group Commits Additional $10 Million for COVID-19 International Response
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) will contribute an initial $10 million to fight the COVID-19 pandemic internationally in countries where its UnitedHealthcare and Optum businesses operate, including in Brazil, Chile, Colombia, India, Ireland, Peru, Philippines and Portugal.
United Health Foundation Pledges $1 Million to Support Vulnerable Seattle Residents Amid COVID-19 Emergency
The United Health Foundation has committed $1 million to provide urgent assistance to Seattle residents experiencing homelessness as they face unprecedented hardships during the COVID-19 pandemic.
United Health Foundation Pledges $1 Million to Support Vulnerable Florida Residents Amid COVID-19 Emergency
The United Health Foundation has committed $1 million to provide urgent assistance to Florida residents experiencing homelessness and food insecurity as they face unprecedented hardships during the COVID-19 pandemic.
UnitedHealthcare, Optum Turn Cafeteria Into Meal-Prep Base for Hartford Residents in Need
UnitedHealthcare of New England and Optum reallocate their campus cafeteria staff to provide up to 11,200 meals each week, at least for the next seven weeks.
UnitedHealth Group Commits Additional $10 Million to Support COVID-19 Response in Countries Where UnitedHealthcare and Optum Operate
UnitedHealth Group pledged $10 million to fight COVID-19 and support impacted communities outside of the United States where its UnitedHealthcare and Optum businesses operate.
UnitedHealth Group Accelerates Nearly $2 Billion in Payments and Support to Health Care Providers to Help with COVID-19 Financial Challenges
UnitedHealth Group, through UnitedHealthcare and Optum, has announced it is taking steps immediately to accelerate payments and other financial support to health care providers in the U.S. to help address the short-term financial pressure caused by the COVID-19 emergency.
Health Plan of Nevada and Southwest Medical Associates Turn Headquarters Cafeteria into Meal Prep Base for Those in Need
Thousands of Las Vegas area homeless will have access to healthy meals, as UnitedHealth Group’s Southern Nevada-based companies reallocate their campus cafeteria staff to provide 10,500 meals each week
United Health Foundation Pledges $5 Million to Support Americans Experiencing Homelessness and Food Insecurity Exacerbated by COVID-19
The United Health Foundation has pledged $5 million to provide urgent support for people experiencing homelessness and food insecurity in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
United Health Foundation Supports Americans Experiencing Homelessness and Food Insecurity Amid COVID-19 Emergency
The United Health Foundation has pledged $5 million to provide urgent support for people experiencing homelessness and food insecurity as they face unprecedented hardships during the COVID-19 pandemic.
UnitedHealth Group Leads Effort to Supply Meals for People in Need
UnitedHealth Group this week began using its Optum kitchen in Eden Prairie, Minn. to provide food for thousands of Twin Cities-area families in need as part of its response to COVID-19. The company is funding the eight-week, $1 million effort, in partnership with Compass Group, UnitedHealth Group's employee food service vendor, and Second Harvest Heartland, a leading hunger-relief organization.
UnitedHealth Group Leads Meal-Prep Effort for Twin Cities Residents in Need
Thousands of Twin Cities families will have access to free and healthy food, as UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) leads an effort to create and provide 21,000 meals each week, for the next eight-plus weeks.
UnitedHealth Group Commits Initial $50 Million to Combat COVID-19 and Support Affected Communities
UnitedHealth Group Commits Initial $50 Million Investment to Fight COVID-19, Support Affected Communities
In response to the unprecedented, rapidly evolving COVID-19 public health emergency, UnitedHealth Group is committing an initial $50 million investment to fight the pandemic and help support those disproportionately affected by the outbreak, including health care workers, hard-hit states, seniors and people experiencing food insecurity or homelessness.
UnitedHealth Group Study Clears Path for Self-Administered COVID-19 Test, Improving Testing Efficiency and Protecting Health Care Workers
A study led by UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) Research & Development and OptumCare clinicians has demonstrated that a simple, self- collected test is as effective in identifying COVID-19 infections as the current clinician-collected test.
UnitedHealthcare Offers Special Enrollment and Reduces Administrative Requirements to Improve Access to Care and Coverage in Response to COVID-19
UnitedHealthcare announced today several updates to its programs in response to the COVID-19 national emergency.
Sanvello Offers Free Premium Access to Help People Cope With Mental Health Impacts of COVID-19
Sanvello Health, Inc., a leading provider of digital and tele-mental health solutions to individuals, businesses and payers, today announced free premium access to its digital care delivery platform.
UnitedHealthcare Expands Access to Care, Support and Resources to Help People and Families Address COVID-19
UnitedHealthcare announced today several updates that provide people and families expanded access to the care, support and resources they need to navigate through this unprecedented time.
PreCheck MyScript: Helping to Make the Health Care Experience Simpler and More Affordable
OptumRx’s PreCheck MyScript® delivers real-time, personalized prescription information, allowing physicians to easily identify which medications are covered and the associated patient cost for each option.
New UnitedHealthcare Eye Care Benefit Gives Expectant and New Moms Improved Access to Comprehensive Eye Exams and Glasses
UnitedHealthcare has introduced a new benefit program to support the eye health and overall well-being of expectant and new moms, helping expand access to recommended vision care before and after delivery.
UnitedHealth Group Reinforces Actions Taken to Provide Members and Patients with COVID-19 Support and Resources
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), UnitedHealthcare and Optum are taking action to ensure health plan members and patients affected by COVID-19 have the support and resources they need.
UnitedHealth Group Donates $150,000 to Help Residents of Tennessee Affected by Tornadoes and Severe Weather
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) and its UnitedHealthcare and Optum businesses are donating $150,000 to help residents of Tennessee recover and rebuild from the tornadoes and severe weather around Nashville.
Helping to Build and Shape the Future Health Workforce
Through partnerships, grants and scholarships, UnitedHealth Group is working to help build a health workforce that reflects our society and increases the number of primary care providers equipped to deliver personalized care.
UnitedHealth Group celebrates Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day
Throughout March, UnitedHealth Group and its UnitedHealthcare and Optum businesses are celebrating Women’s History Month to recognize women’s unique achievements.
UnitedHealthcare Helps Confront the Opioid Epidemic with New Oral Health Public Toolkit
UnitedHealthcare has expanded its efforts to help address the connection between dental care and the opioid epidemic, introducing a public toolkit with information to help support oral health care professionals and patients, especially after wisdom-teeth removal for teens and young adults.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Affected by Floods in Mississippi
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people who may be affected by the recent floods in Mississippi.
Optum and OptumLabs Contribute to Major New Opioid Use Disorder Treatment Study
A major study of opioid use disorder treatment co-authored by Optum and OptumLabs researchers found that using buprenorphine or methadone medication is the most effective treatment for opioid use disorder (OUD), but few patients have access to such medications.
UnitedHealth Group Board Authorizes Payment of Quarterly Dividend
The UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) board of directors has authorized payment of a cash dividend of $1.08 per share, to be paid on March 24, 2020, to all shareholders of record of UnitedHealth Group common stock as of the close of business on March 16, 2020.
UnitedHealth Group Wins LGBTQ Workplace Award
UnitedHealth Group has earned a perfect 100% rating for the second year in a row as one of the best places to work for LGBTQ equality in the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2020 Corporate Equality Index (CEI).
New Research Finds Beneficiaries with Medicare Advantage Spend Less than Those in Medicare Fee-for-Service
Beneficiaries enrolled in Medicare Advantage (MA) plans typically spend nearly 40 percent less than beneficiaries in Medicare Fee-for-Service (FFS) programs, according to new research released today by UnitedHealth Group (NYSE:UNH)
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Affected by Severe Weather in Mississippi
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people who may be affected by the severe weather in Mississippi.
UnitedHealth Group Reports 2019 Results
Diversified strength in performance continued across UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) in the fourth quarter and full year 2019.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Affected by Earthquakes in Puerto Rico
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people who may be affected by the recent earthquakes in Puerto Rico.
Genoa Healthcare Opens 500th Pharmacy Serving Behavioral Health Patients
Genoa Healthcare, a leading provider of behavioral pharmacy and medication management services, has opened its 500th pharmacy in the United States serving patients with mental health, substance use disorders and other complex, chronic health conditions.
Diplomat, OptumRx Combining to Advance Access to Specialty Pharmacy Care and Infusion Services, Improve Health Outcomes
OptumRx, the pharmacy care services business of Optum, and Diplomat, a provider of specialty pharmacy and infusion services, are combining.
America’s Health Rankings Reveals Progress and Ongoing Challenges
Today, the United Health Foundation released the 2019 America’s Health Rankings® Annual Report – the 30th edition of the report.
America’s Health Rankings 2019 Annual Report Marks 30 Years of Public Health Progress and Challenges
Today, the United Health Foundation released the 2019 America’s Health Rankings® Annual Report, which highlights health trends from the past three decades as well as from the past year.
UnitedHealth Group to Discuss Business Outlook at Investor Conference
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) will host its annual Investor Conference with analysts and institutional investors in New York City on Tuesday, December 3, 2019, beginning at 8:00 a.m. EST.
United Health Foundation Announces Grant to Help Improve Access to Behavioral Health Services in Rural Colorado
The United Health Foundation will make a three-year, $1.5 million grant to the Colorado Center for Nursing Excellence (the Center) to address the shortage of mental health providers in rural Colorado communities.
UnitedHealthcare to Open Member Medicare Services Centers in Select Walgreens Stores
UnitedHealthcare®, the health benefits business of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), and Walgreens will open 14 UnitedHealthcare Medicare services centers within Walgreens stores in five metropolitan areas as part of a multiyear agreement.
United Health Foundation and the Colorado Center for Nursing Excellence Partner to Increase Access to Behavioral Health Care Services for Residents of Rural Colorado
The United Health Foundation is partnering with the Colorado Center for Nursing Excellence (the Center) to address the shortage of mental health providers in rural Colorado communities.
UnitedHealth Group to Host Investor Conference
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) will host its annual Investor Conference with analysts and institutional investors in New York City on Tuesday, December 3, 2019, beginning at 8:00 a.m. EST.
UnitedHealth Group Program Helps Service Members Transition to a Civilian Career
In the next several years, more than 1 million U.S. military service members will transition to the civilian workforce.
Sir Andrew Witty Named UnitedHealth Group President
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) has appointed Andrew Witty UnitedHealth Group President.
UnitedHealth Group Board Authorizes Payment of Quarterly Dividend
The UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) board of directors has authorized payment of a cash dividend of $1.08 per share, to be paid on December 17, 2019, to all shareholders of record of UnitedHealth Group common stock as of the close of business on December 9, 2019.
United Health Foundation Partners with HOPE Family Health to Fund Rural Pharmacy Services Program in Tennessee
The United Health Foundation awarded a three-year, $1 million grant to help HOPE Family Health build a clinical pharmacy program in Middle Tennessee. The partnership is expected to improve outcomes by making it easier for patients to manage their medications and adhere to their prescription drug regimens.
New UnitedHealthcare Benefit for Low Back Pain Helps Reduce Invasive Procedures and Address the Opioid Epidemic
UnitedHealthcare has introduced a new benefit for people with acute low back pain that makes it more affordable to access physical therapy and chiropractic care, helping to improve health outcomes, reduce costs and avoid often unnecessary invasive treatments and opioid prescriptions.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Affected by Wildfires Across Parts of California
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people who may be affected by wildfires affecting parts of California.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Affected by Severe Weather, Tornadoes in Dallas Area
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people who may be affected by severe weather, including tornadoes that struck parts of Dallas and the surrounding area.
United Health Foundation Awards Grant to Morehouse School of Medicine
The United Health Foundation announced a three-year partnership with Morehouse School of Medicine to research ways to improve access to digital tools for underserved and rural communities across Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina and Tennessee.
United Health Foundation Partners with Morehouse School of Medicine to Expand Access to Digital Health Technologies for Rural and Underserved Communities
The United Health Foundation on Thursday announced a new partnership with the Morehouse School of Medicine’s National Center for Primary Care to examine how digital tools could be leveraged to support underserved and rural communities in four Southeastern states.
UnitedHealth Group Reports Third Quarter Results
Strong and diversified performance continued across UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) in the third quarter 2019.
New UnitedHealthcare App Now Gives Millions of Plan Participants On-Demand Access to Virtual Visits
Millions of Americans now have access to on-demand telemedicine services 24/7 with the new UnitedHealthcare app.
OptumIQ Survey on Artificial Intelligence Reveals Confidence and Growth Opportunities
More than half of health care executives surveyed by OptumIQ say they expect artificial intelligence will create more work opportunities and 87% say hiring candidates with experience using AI technology is a priority for their organization.
Artificial Intelligence Adoption and Investments Growing Rapidly Among Health Industry Leaders
Confidence and investment in artificial intelligence (AI) to improve health care remain high, according to a new survey of 500 U.S. health industry leaders from hospitals, health plans, life sciences and employers, on their attitudes and adoption of the technology.
Behind the Data: Flu Vaccination Rates for Women Rose, According to America’s Health Rankings
Nearly 1.3 million more women ages 18-44 received the flu vaccine since 2016, an increase of 5%, according to the United Health Foundation’s 2019 America’s Health Rankings Health of Women and Children Report.
The Burden of Surprise Billing
Surprise medical billing is one of the most pressing health care affordability concerns faced by American patients and families today. Surprise bills are unanticipated charges billed directly to patients when they were unknowingly provided care from an out-of-network (OON) provider.
Harvard Study Finds Value-Based Care Has a Third Critical Dimension
Value-based care is a proven strategy for improving quality of care at lower cost – and is an approach UnitedHealth Group has supported for years. Now, two Harvard researchers have identified a third dimension to achieving value-based care – what they call “infrastructure support.”
UnitedHealthcare’s 2020 Medicare Plans Offer More Ways to Help People Stay Healthy and Save Money
UnitedHealthcare® today introduced its 2020 Medicare Advantage and prescription drug plans, providing people more value for their Medicare dollar.
Why Cultural Competence is Key to Better Meeting Patients’ Needs
Cultural competence is “foundational” to health care and “a bedrock for meeting the needs of an increasingly diverse population of patients,” Hewett Chiu, an executive director of a public mental health integration program at the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, writes in a recent Health Affairs blog post.
Survey: More Americans Turn to Technology for Health Information, with a Record Number Now Comparison Shopping for Care
Many Americans want technology – such as artificial intelligence – to help make health care decisions, and a record number say they have used the internet and mobile apps to comparison shop for care, according to a new UnitedHealthcare survey.
High-Value Physicians Could Save Over $286 Billion in Medicare Costs
Health care spending in the United States is expected to nearly double between 2017 and 2027, according to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Affected by Severe Weather in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people who may be affected by severe weather across parts of Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People in Texas Affected by Floods
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people who may be affected by severe weather and flooding across parts of Texas.
Medicare Advantage — Helping Achieve the Triple Aim
A great way to improve health outcomes, reduce costs and provide a better experience for seniors is through the successful public-private partnership of Medicare Advantage.
UnitedHealthcare to Offer New Medicare Advantage Plan Featuring Canopy Health Care Providers
UnitedHealthcare will offer a new Medicare Advantage plan in the Bay Area featuring Canopy Health care providers. The UnitedHealthcare® Canopy Health Medicare Advantage plan will be available to more than 630,000 Medicare beneficiaries in Contra Costa, Alameda and San Francisco counties.
New Report Reveals America’s Health Rankings Health of Women and Children by State
The United Health Foundation has released its 2019 America’s Health Rankings® Health of Women and Children Report and the data reveals signs of progress and room for improvement.
America’s Health Rankings Health of Women and Children Report Shows Nationwide Increase in Teen Suicide and Child Mortality
Teen suicide and child mortality rates have increased sharply since the 2016 Report, according to the United Health Foundation’s 2019 America’s Health Rankings® Health of Women and Children Report.
UnitedHealth Group Recognized for Sustainable Business Practices
UnitedHealth Group has been named to the Dow Jones Sustainability North America and World Indices for the 21st consecutive year.
UnitedHealth Group Named to Dow Jones Sustainability North America and World Indices for 21st Consecutive Year
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) has been named to the Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index (DJSI NA) and the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI W) for 2019 in the Health Care Equipment & Services Sector. This marks 21 consecutive years the company has been named to the indices, beginning in 1999 when the rankings were established.
Top Health and Aging Organizations Kick Off National Medicare Education Week with Free Events and Resources to Help Simplify Medicare Enrollment
To help simplify the process of learning about Medicare, Medicare beneficiaries, their families and caregivers are invited to attend free Medicare events and online webinars during National Medicare Education Week, Sept. 15-21, 2019.
Reducing Specialty Drug Costs
Administering specialty drugs in physician offices and patients’ homes instead of hospital outpatient settings can improve care and reduce costs by $4 billion each year.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People in Carolinas and Georgia Preparing for Hurricane Dorian
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people in the Carolinas and Georgia who may be affected by Hurricane Dorian. This is in addition to actions taken earlier to support individuals in Florida.
Improving Access to Behavioral Health Care
UnitedHealth Group is focused on helping people access the right care, at the right time and in the right setting. By leveraging a variety of channels and strategies, UnitedHealth Group is taking a holistic approach to improve access to quality behavioral health services for millions of Americans nationwide.
United Health Foundation Collaboration with The Health Wagon Aims to Improve Care Access for Underserved Virginians
A three-year, $1 million grant from the United Health Foundation announced this week will help fund new, no-cost diagnostic and specialty services at The Health Wagon, such as mammography, ultrasound, x-ray and expanded dental services.
United Health Foundation and The Health Wagon Announce $1 Million Multiyear Partnership to Expand Access to Quality Care in Southwest Virginia
The United Health Foundation and The Health Wagon today announced a new partnership to expand access to vital health care services for thousands of people in communities throughout southwest Virginia.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Affected by Severe Weather in Puerto Rico
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people affected by Tropical Storm Dorian across parts of Puerto Rico.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Preparing for Severe Weather in Florida
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people who may be affected by Tropical Storm Dorian, which is expected to make landfall later this week.
UnitedHealth Group Partners with Champion Golfer Rory McIlroy on Health and Wellness Pledge
UnitedHealth Group is partnering with professional golfer and Optum Health Ambassador Rory McIlroy to launch What’s Your 30, a health and wellness pledge challenging youth to make commitments to live a healthier life.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Affected by Wildfires in Alaska
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people affected by the ongoing wildfires across parts of Alaska.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Affected by Severe Weather in Iowa
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people affected by severe weather in Madison, Marion and Warren counties in Iowa.
More than Twice as Many Employers than 10 Years Ago are Planning to Increase Investments in Employee Health and Wellness, Optum Study Shows
More than 80% of employers said they are planning to increase their health and wellness budgets this year, more than double compared to 2009 (34%), according to the 10th annual Optum Wellness in the Workplace study.
Treatment Center Opening Underscores UnitedHealth Group’s Commitment to Care in Native American Communities
Nearly a year after a groundbreaking ceremony to create a substance-abuse treatment center on the Spirit Lake Reservation at Cankdeska Cikana Community College (CCCC) in Fort Totten, N.D., the facility opened its doors.
UnitedHealth Group Board Authorizes Payment of Quarterly Dividend to Shareholders
The Board of Directors of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), at its regularly scheduled meeting, authorized payment of a cash dividend of $1.08 per share, to be paid on September 24, 2019, to all shareholders of record of UnitedHealth Group common stock as of the close of business on September 16, 2019.
Confronting the High Cost of Hospital Prices
The annual cost of hospital inpatient services for privately insured individuals surpassed $200 billion in 2018 and is projected to exceed $350 billion in 2029, according to UnitedHealth Group.
Thousands of Optum Employee Volunteers Partner with Local Nonprofits in Five Countries to Help Reduce Health Disparities During Annual Day of Giving
Optum employee volunteers in the United States and around the world worked to make a difference in local communities where they work and live.
UnitedHealthcare to Continue to Serve Louisianans Enrolled in Medicaid
The Louisiana Department of Health selected UnitedHealthcare Community Plan to continue administering its Louisiana Medicaid program, effective Jan. 1, 2020.
UnitedHealth Group Supporting People Affected by Mass Shooting in El Paso
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services businesses of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are opening Optum’s Emotional-Support Help Line, providing access to specially trained mental health specialists to support people affected by the recent mass shooting in El Paso.
UnitedHealth Group Supporting People Affected by Mass Shooting in Dayton
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services businesses of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are opening Optum’s Emotional-Support Help Line, providing access to specially trained mental health specialists to support people affected by the recent mass shooting in Dayton.
Addressing the Opioid Epidemic
Facts about the Opioid Epidemic in the USA, along with strategies for addressing the on-going crisis
UnitedHealthcare Awarding $1.1 Million to Northeast Ohio Nonprofits to Help Address Social Determinants of Health
UnitedHealthcare, a UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) company, is awarding $1.1 million in grants to four statewide and Cleveland-area community-based organizations to expand their services that address key social determinants of health, and improve care access and health outcomes.
The High Cost of Avoidable Hospital Emergency Department Visits
Health care spending in the United States is expected to grow from $3.5 trillion in 2017 to $6 trillion by 2027, according to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. As a result, the health share of GDP is expected to reach nearly 20 percent.
UnitedHealth Group Reports Second Quarter 2019 Results
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) reported second quarter 2019 results with continued well diversified strength in performance.
Optum Launches Comprehensive Relationship with John Muir Health to Advance Quality Care for Bay Area Patients
Optum and John Muir Health today announced [link to press release] a comprehensive relationship aimed at delivering high-quality, convenient and affordable health care to patients in California’s Bay Area.
John Muir Health and Optum Launch New, Comprehensive Relationship to Advance Quality Care and Experiences for Patients in Bay Area
John Muir Health and Optum today announced a comprehensive new relationship focused on advancing delivery of high-quality, convenient and affordable health care to patients in the Bay Area. Optum brings an extensive set of capabilities to this innovative partnership, including operational technologies, analytic solutions and tools, and administrative services expertise to help John Muir Health further advance its clinical and operational performance.
Bricia Santoyo Pursues a Career in Health Care Administration
As the oldest child in the family, Bricia Santoyo learned to juggle multiple responsibilities as she grew up, balancing schoolwork with caring for her three younger siblings while her parents worked in agriculture.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Affected by Tropical Storm Barry in Gulf States
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people who may be affected by severe weather and flooding across parts of Louisiana, Texas and Mississippi as a result of Tropical Storm Barry.
United Health Foundation Partners with Helen Ross McNabb Center and The University of Tennessee Medical Center to Fight Opioid Abuse in Tennessee
The United Health Foundation today announced a three-year, $1.05 million grant to Helen Ross McNabb Center to expand The University of Tennessee’s Medical Center’s Emergency Room Substance Misuse Harm Reduction and Engagement Program.
Helen Ross McNabb Center, University of Tennessee Medical Center and the United Health Foundation to Expand Access to Substance Abuse Treatment Services in Eastern Tennessee
To help thousands of Tennesseans and their families fight substance abuse and addiction, Helen Ross McNabb Center, The University of Tennessee Medical Center and the United Health Foundation are partnering to expand access to care providers and behavioral health services throughout East Tennessee.
Building a Foundation for Workforce Diversity in Health Informatics
A rising senior at Bennett College, a historically black women’s college in Greensboro, N.C., Jones hopes to combine her passion for medicine with a newfound enthusiasm for analytics to get a better handle on the physician burnout epidemic in the industry.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Affected by Recent Earthquakes in California
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people affected by the recent earthquakes and ensuing aftershocks across parts of California.
Partnership with Atlanta Universities Aims to Educate and Train Minority Data Scientists
In response to the growing need for data scientists and employees with data analytics skills, UnitedHealth Group has created an $8.2 million partnership with the Atlanta University Center Consortium to develop a pipeline for minority students.
UnitedHealth Group Announces Atlanta HBCU Partnership, $8.25 Million Investment in the Education of Future Data Scientists
UnitedHealth Group and the Atlanta University Center Consortium (AUCC), the oldest and largest consortium of historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs), are partnering on a new initiative to prepare students to meet the growing demand in the marketplace for data analytics experts.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Affected by Severe Weather and Flooding in West Virginia
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people affected by severe weather and flooding across parts of West Virginia.
Hewett Chiu Works to Improve the Mental Health System
From a young age, Brooklyn native Hewett Chiu was fascinated by the human heart. He remembers being amazed when he walked through a giant human heart on a childhood museum visit. And at just 15 years old, he became a certified CPR instructor with the Red Cross.
UnitedHealthcare Awards Goodwill Industries of Kentucky $90,000 to Benefit Workforce Re-entry Program
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Kentucky awarded Goodwill Industries of Kentucky (Goodwill Kentucky) a $90,000 grant to help support people eligible for Medicaid, including those in the justice system who are re-entering society, with resources to find and sustain employment.
UnitedHealth Group Advances Senior Leadership Team
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) announced changes to its senior executive team as part of its longstanding approach to building broad and deeply experienced leaders.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Affected by Severe Weather and Flooding in Texas
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people affected by severe weather and flooding across parts of the Rio Grande Valley in Texas.
Launch of UnitedHealthcare Hearing Offers People Improved Access to Affordable, Quality Hearing Health Care
UnitedHealthcare has launched UnitedHealthcare Hearing, offering all consumers, including people enrolled in the company’s individual, employer-sponsored and Medicare Advantage plans, greater access to affordable, quality hearing health.
Older Americans Seek Meaning and New Experiences in Retirement Years; Say Health Is the Biggest Factor to Achieving Their Goals
In a new survey, nearly 70% of Americans ages 62 and older said physical health is most important to them as they age, followed in order by cognitive health (16%), social health (13%) and financial health (6%).
Optum completes acquisition of DaVita Medical Group from DaVita
Optum, a leading health services company, completed its acquisition of DaVita Medical Group, one of the nation’s leading independent medical groups, from DaVita Inc.
UnitedHealth Group Named One of America’s 50 Most Community-Minded Companies for Eighth Straight Year
UnitedHealth Group was recognized by The Civic 50 as one of the most community-minded companies in the United States for the eighth consecutive year. Civic 50 honorees are public and private companies with U.S. operations that are selected based on four criteria: investment, integration, institutionalization and impact.
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Tennessee Awarded NCQA Distinctions
The National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) has recognized UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Tennessee with two awards – Distinction in Multicultural Health Care and Distinction in Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS).
Diverse Scholars Initiative Forum Empowers Students to Make a Difference in Health Care
With goals of improving the quality of health care delivery, nearly 100 students descended upon Washington, D.C., this week to participate in the United Health Foundation’s annual Diverse Scholars Initiative Forum.
UnitedHealth Group Board Increases Shareholder Dividend
The Board of Directors of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) authorized payment of a cash dividend of $1.08 per share, to be paid on June 25, 2019, to all shareholders of record of UnitedHealth Group common stock as of the close of business on June 17, 2019.
UnitedHealth Group Announces Results of 2019 Annual Shareholder Meeting
The Board of Directors of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) announced the results of shareholder voting that took place during the Company’s 2019 annual meeting earlier today.
Study: Many Americans Say They Are More Likely to Participate in a Fitness Routine if Given Opportunity to Socialize, Earn Financial Incentives
More than two-thirds of Americans say an incentive of as little as $2 per day would motivate them to devote at least an hour each day toward improving their health, while nearly 60 percent of people say they would be more likely to participate in a fitness routine if the program offered an opportunity to socialize or make friends, according to a new nationwide survey.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Affected by Severe Weather and Flooding in Arkansas
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people affected by recent severe weather and flooding across parts of Arkansas.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Affected by Severe Weather and Flooding in Kansas
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people affected by recent severe weather and flooding across parts of Kansas.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Affected by Severe Weather and Flooding in Oklahoma
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people affected by recent severe weather and flooding across parts of Oklahoma.
UnitedHealth Group Brief Examines Price Variation in Health Care
U.S. health care spending is rising and projected to reach $6 trillion by 2027, nearly 20% of GDP.
UnitedHealthcare Helps Make it Easier for People to Stay Fit and Save Money with Gym Check-In
UnitedHealthcare’s gym reimbursement program, Gym Check-In, has expanded to include more than 124,000 facilities across the United States, potentially saving consumers hundreds of dollars a year on their gym fees.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Affected by Flooding in Missouri
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people affected by recent flooding across parts of Missouri.
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan Donates Drug Disposal Kits to Local Community Groups to Help People Safely Dispose of Unused Opioids
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan is confronting the opioid epidemic by donating 2,000 opioid disposal kits to the Byrnes Health Education Center and the Mural Arts Philadelphia’s Porch Light Program.
UnitedHealthcare Awards $1 Million Grant to Jordan Valley Community Health Center to Expand Use of Community Health Workers
UnitedHealthcare, a UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) company, has awarded a $1 million grant to Jordan Valley Community Health Center (JVCHC) to help the nonprofit expand its community health worker program.
UnitedHealth Group Brief Reveals Key Drivers of Health Care Premium Increases
Prescription drugs, outpatient services, and taxes on health insurance are key drivers of premium increases, according to a recently released UnitedHealth Group brief.
Rally UHC Cycling Races "Inspired Bicycles" at Amgen Tour of California to Benefit UnitedHealthcare Children's Foundation
At the 2019 Amgen Tour of California, the Rally UHC Cycling team will once again ride six “Inspired Bikes” to benefit the UnitedHealthcare Children’s Foundation (UHCCF).
Increases in Home-Based Health Services Provide More Care Options for Seniors, According to New Report
Data released by the United Health Foundation’s 2019 America’s Health Rankings® Senior Report reveal there are 550,000 more home health care workers than last year – a 21 percent rate increase per 1,000 adults age 75 and older.
America’s Health Rankings Reports Increasing Availability of Home-Based Care for Seniors
Seniors have increasing access to home-based care and support services that may help them continue to live at home, according to the 2019 America’s Health Rankings® Senior Report.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Affected by Flooding in Mississippi
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people affected by flooding across parts of Mississippi.
UnitedHealthcare Awarding $1 Million to Memphis-Area Nonprofits to Help Address Social Determinants of Health
UnitedHealthcare, a UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) company, is awarding $1 million in grants to seven Memphis-area nonprofit organizations to expand their services that address key social determinants of health, and improve care access and patient outcomes.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Affected by Flooding in Louisiana
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people affected by recent flooding across parts of Louisiana.
UnitedHealthcare Helps Support Moms’ and Babies’ Health Before and After Delivery with New Bundled Payment Program for Maternity Care
UnitedHealthcare, a UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) company, has introduced a new bundled payment program for maternity care to help support the well-being of moms and babies before and after delivery by closing gaps in care and encouraging healthy, full-term pregnancies.
HealthTrust Selects OptumRx as Exclusive Pharmacy Care Services Partner
HealthTrust, a leading group purchasing organization and health care performance improvement company, has selected OptumRx as its exclusive pharmacy care services partner for its member organizations.
Step up for Health and Step up for Kids – Participate in the 3rd Annual UHCCF Steppin’ Up for Kids Walk May 6-June 15
The UnitedHealthcare Children’s Foundation (UHCCF) is hosting the 3rd annual Steppin’ Up for Kids (SUFK) walk, a national initiative that encourages people to engage in healthier lifestyles on their own time while raising funds for medical grants for kids.
Smile Direct Club and UnitedHealthcare Help People Improve Their Smiles and Save Money
People enrolled in most UnitedHealthcare employer-sponsored and individual dental plans with orthodontic coverage can now purchase SmileDirectClub’s clear aligners for in most cases less than $1,000 out of pocket, helping plan participants improve their smiles, and potentially save time and thousands of dollars on orthodontic care.
UnitedHealthcare Focuses on Connecting Eligible Hawaii Medicare and Medicaid Recipients with Vital Social Services
A new screening program available to eligible Medicare and Medicaid patients of Waianae Coast Comprehensive Health Center, Kalihi-Palama Health Center and The Queen’s Medical Centers aims to address critical gaps between clinical care and social services.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Affected by Severe Weather in Texas
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people affected by severe weather across parts of Texas.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Affected by Severe Weather in Mississippi
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people affected by severe weather across parts of Mississippi.
UnitedHealth Group Reports First Quarter 2019 Results
Strong, well-diversified performance continued across UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) in first quarter 2019.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Affected by Flooding in Louisiana
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people affected by recent flooding across parts of Louisiana.
UnitedHealthcare Expands Use of Bundled Payments with Medicare Advantage Health Care Providers
UnitedHealthcare is advancing its collaboration with care providers and the government to deliver high-quality care and help people live healthier lives with the UnitedHealthcare Care Bundles Program.
United Health Foundation Partners with Lighthouse Youth & Family Services to Expand Behavioral and Physical Health Services
An $840,000 grant from the United Health Foundation will enable Lighthouse Youth & Family Services to expand access to behavioral and physical health services for more than 5,000 transitioning and homeless children and young adults in the Cincinnati area over the next three years.
UnitedHealthcare to Continue Serving Arizonans Statewide Through the Department of Economic Security Division of Developmental Disabilities Health Plan
The Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES) Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) has selected UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Arizona as one of the contractors to administer the DDD Health Plan for its members effective Oct. 1, 2019.
UnitedHealthcare and the AMA Collaborate to Understand and Address Social Barriers Preventing People’s Access to Better Health
UnitedHealthcare and the American Medical Association announced a new collaboration that will better identify and address social determinants of health to improve access to care and patient outcomes.
UnitedHealthcare Launches Second Annual Step Up for Better Health Sweepstakes to Encourage Walking and Help Reduce Childhood Obesity
UnitedHealthcare, a UnitedHealth Group company, has launched the second annual Step Up for Better Health Sweepstakes, a national initiative to encourage walking and help reduce childhood obesity.
UnitedHealthcare’s Investments in Affordable Housing to Help People Achieve Better Health Surpass $400 Million
UnitedHealthcare announced it has surpassed $400 million in investments in new affordable housing as part of the company’s ongoing efforts to remove social barriers to better health for people in underserved communities.
UnitedHealthcare Awards San Diego Food Bank $375,000 Grant to Address Food Insecurity
UnitedHealthcare awarded the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank a $375,000 grant to help address food insecurity, modernize the food bank’s database systems and connect San Diegans countywide to vital community services, including housing and employment services.
UnitedHealthcare Launches National Vision Laboratory Network Relationship with Essilor Labs
UnitedHealthcare, a UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) company, has launched a national vision laboratory network to better serve eye care professionals and meet the needs of more than 19 million vision plan participants.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Affected by Flooding in Missouri and Kansas
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people affected by recent flooding across parts of Missouri and Kansas.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Affected by Flooding in Wisconsin
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people affected by recent flooding across parts of Wisconsin.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Affected by Flooding in Nebraska
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people affected by recent flooding across parts of Nebraska.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Affected by Flooding in Iowa
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people affected by recent flooding across parts of Iowa.
Successful Prescription Drug Discount Program Expands to Benefit More Consumers at Point-of-sale
Building on the introduction of the first-of-its-kind point-of-sale discount program, OptumRx and UnitedHealthcare are expanding their innovative consumer point-of-sale prescription drug discount programs to apply to all new employer-sponsored plans, making medications more affordable and improving health outcomes.
Out-of-Network Emergency Physicians Increase Health Care Prices for Consumers by $6 Billion Each Year
Individuals with private health coverage in the United States who seek emergency care from in-network hospital emergency departments (EDs) are often treated by out-of-network (OON) emergency physicians.
UnitedHealthcare and Tennessee Initiative for Perinatal Quality Care Partner to Improve Health of Pregnant Women with Opioid Use Disorder and Opioid-Exposed Newborns
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Tennessee announced its support of a multiyear project led by the Tennessee Initiative for Perinatal Quality Care (TIPQC) to improve the care of Opioid-Exposed Newborns (OEN) and their mothers with opioid use disorder.
High-Performing Physicians Can Save Consumers Over $700 Billion in Health Care Costs
A new UnitedHealth Group report reveals that expanding access to high-value physicians who deliver quality care at lower costs could drive significant health care system savings.
OptumRx Receives Pharmacy Benefit Management Institute's Excellence Award for Opioid Risk Management
OptumRx has received the 2019 Excellence Award for Opioid Management Strategies from the Pharmacy Benefit Management Institute.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Affected by Tornadoes in Alabama
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group, are taking action to help people affected by the recent tornadoes that struck parts of southeastern Alabama.
UnitedHealthcare Invests $19 Million to Help Enhance Quality of Care and Patient Services at Federally Qualified Health Centers in California
UnitedHealthcare has invested $19 million to help construct and enhance several health centers in California that provide services to underserved communities in Santa Barbara, Solano and Santa Clara counties.
Community Celebrates Nearly 100 New Affordable Homes for Working Families in the Grandview Commons Neighborhood of Madison
Community leaders, newly moved-in residents and development partners came together today to celebrate the completion of HARMONY @Grandview Commons, a new 94-unit affordable-housing community for working families in the region.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Affected by Storms and Flooding in Mississippi
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people affected by recent storms and flooding affecting parts of Mississippi.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Affected by Storms and Flooding in Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people affected by the recent storms and flooding affecting parts of Tennessee.
UnitedHealth Group Board Authorizes Payment of Quarterly Dividend to Shareholders
The UnitedHealth Group Board of Directors, at its regular quarterly meeting, authorized payment of a cash dividend of $0.90 per share, to be paid on March 19, 2019, to all shareholders of record of UnitedHealth Group common stock as of the close of business on March 11, 2019.
UnitedHealthcare Helps People Manage Chronic Conditions through Data-Powered Nerve Center as Navigate4Me Program Expands
UnitedHealthcare announced that it will increasingly leverage data from digital devices flowing into the UnitedHealthcare Nerve Center to help people enrolled in its Medicare Advantage plans more effectively manage chronic conditions.
UnitedHealthcare Vision Plans Again Rank Highest in Customer Satisfaction in J.D. Power Report
UnitedHealthcare Vision plans tied for highest in customer satisfaction among the nation's vision carriers, according to the J.D. Power 2018 Vision Plan Satisfaction ReportSM.
John H. Noseworthy, M.D., Joins UnitedHealth Group Board of Directors
The board of directors of UnitedHealth Group announced John H. Noseworthy, M.D., has joined the board.
UnitedHealthcare Confronts the Opioid Epidemic by Introducing Oral Health Programs and Policies
UnitedHealthcare, a UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) company, has introduced oral health strategies to confront the opioid epidemic, building on a companywide approach to address the epidemic from all angles.
UnitedHealthcare to Serve People in North Carolina State Medicaid Program
The State of North Carolina, which is partnering with local health plans to improve people's health and well-being and reduce health care costs, selected UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of North Carolina as one of four managed care organizations to administer its statewide Medicaid program, effective Nov. 1, 2019.
UnitedHealthcare Donates $50,000 to North Carolina Nonprofits to Support Ongoing Needs for People Recovering from Hurricane Florence
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of North Carolina has donated $50,000 to Legal Aid of North Carolina and the North Carolina Coalition to End Homelessness as part of the company’s efforts to support Hurricane Florence recovery.
FORTUNE 2019 Survey Ranks UnitedHealth Group "World's Most Admired Company" in Insurance and Managed Care
UnitedHealth Group was the top-ranking company in the Healthcare: Insurance and Managed Care sector for FORTUNE’s 2019 “World’s Most Admired Companies” list, featured in the magazine’s February issue, and included among the Top Fifty Most Admired Companies overall.
UnitedHealth Group Reports 2019 Results Highlighted by Continued Strong and Diversified Growth
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) reported fourth quarter and full year 2019 results, with continued strong, well-diversified performance across the enterprise.
Engagement in Well-being Programs Strongly Linked to Greater Employee Loyalty, According to Optum Study
Employees who actively participate in employer-sponsored health and wellness programs are much more likely to be proud to work for their employer and promote their company to others as a great place to work, according to Optum research released today.
OptumServe Awarded Two Contracts with U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
In two announcements recently made by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), OptumServe, the federal government health services business unit of Optum, was selected to offer new services to veterans in 2019, and has secured major contracts to provide disability exams for the VA.
Catalyst Health Network and UnitedHealthcare's Accountable Care Organization Relationship Fostering Quality Care at Lower Cost
Catalyst Health Network (Catalyst) and UnitedHealthcare's accountable care organization (ACO) has improvedthe number of annual preventive screenings year over year for cervical cancer, breast cancer and colorectal cancer, and lowered health care costs in North Texas by more than $28 million in the last two years.
Our Nation’s Health: Obesity Rate at All-Time High; Childhood Poverty Continues to Decline
The nation’s obesity rate has reached the highest-ever level this year, according to the United Health Foundation’s 2018 America’s Health Rankings® Annual Report.
UnitedHealthcare Renews Contract with Envision Healthcare
UnitedHealthcare announced today that it has agreed to extend its nationwide contract with Envision Healthcare
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Affected by Winter Storm in North Carolina
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people affected by the recent winter storms in North Carolina.
UnitedHealthcare Expands Navigate4Me to Bring Personalized, Holistic Care to More People
UnitedHealthcare announced that it will significantly expand its Navigate4Me program to bring the benefits of personalized, holistic care to more people enrolled in its Medicare Advantage plans.
Optum Bank Data Tool Uses Artificial Intelligence, Advanced Analytics to Help People Increase Health Savings
Optum Bank, the nation’s leading provider of heath savings accounts, has enhanced its data and analytics tool to help increase health savings account (HSA) savings and provide accountholders with a better understanding of how to use their HSAs to pay for health care costs.
UnitedHealthcare’s uBundle Helps Employers Save on Medical Premiums When Adding Specialty Benefit Plans
UnitedHealthcare has introduced uBundle, a new benefits savings program that enables employers across the country to save up to 4 percent* on medical premiums when combining a UnitedHealthcare medical plan with specialty benefits such as dental, vision, life, disability or supplemental health coverage.
Aetna and Ascension Join Five Other Leading Health Care Companies in Blockchain-Driven Effort to Address Health Care Provider Data Issues
Aetna, a CVS Health business, and Ascension have joined the pilot project applying blockchain technology to improve data quality and reduce administrative costs associated with changes to health care provider demographic data.
CelebrateOne: Partnering with Columbus Public Health to Help Babies Reach Their First Birthday
CelebrateOne is a community-engagement initiative led by Columbus Public Health and the Greater Columbus Mortality Task Force.
UnitedHealth Group to Discuss Business Outlook at Investor Conference
UnitedHealth Group will host its annual Investor Conference with analysts and institutional investors in New York City on Tuesday, November 27, 2018, beginning at 8:00 a.m. ET
Supporting Military Caregivers Through Technology: Connecting on the Homefront
When a loved one serves in our military, it is a family affair. Service often means extended periods of time away from family for training, assignments and deployments. That time away takes a toll on both service members and those who love them. And, when the unimaginable happens – an injury or traumatic event encountered in the line of duty – recovery often means that family members take on a brand new title and role – that of caregiver.
UnitedHealth Group to Host Investor Conference
UnitedHealth Group will host its annual Investor Conference with analysts and institutional investors in New York City on Tuesday, November 27, 2018, beginning at 8:00 a.m. ET. At the meeting, senior leaders will discuss the Company’s performance and outlook for 2019, showcase progressive new technologies and services, and conduct seminars addressing initiatives under way to address key trends in health care.
Affordable Designer Prescription Eyewear from Warby Parker Now Available to People Enrolled in UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage Plans
Warby Parker’s designer prescription eyewear is now available to approximately 2 million people enrolled in UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage plans, either online at warbyparker.com or at more than 80 Warby Parker stores nationwide.
UnitedHealth Group Donates $500,000 to Help Californians Affected by Wildfires
UnitedHealth Group and its UnitedHealthcare and Optum businesses are donating $500,000 to help residents of California recover and rebuild from the devastating fires in Butte, Ventura and Los Angeles counties.
Artificial Intelligence Key to Improving Health Care Quality, Reducing Costs, Industry Leaders Say
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is key to building a better health care future, according to a recent survey of 500 U.S. health care leaders on their attitudes and usage of the technologies.
Apple Watch Now Part of UnitedHealthcare Wearable Device Program That Helps Motivate People to Walk Nearly 12,000 Steps per Day
Apple Watch is now part of UnitedHealthcare Motion, a national wearable device program that encourages current participants to achieve nearly 12,000 steps per day* – more than double the number of the average American adult
Scholarship Program Encourages North Dakota Native American College Students to Seek Careers in the Mental Health Field
The American Indian College Fund, in partnership with the United Health Foundation, awarded 11 Native American North Dakota college students with scholarships through the United Health Foundation Tribal Wellness Scholarship Program.
New Data – America’s Health Rankings Health of Those Who Have Served Report
In October, the United Health Foundation released the 2018 America's Health Rankings Health of Those Who Have Served Report.
Honoring Our Nation’s Heroes
Integrity. Compassion. Relationships. Innovation. Performance. These are values that drive UnitedHealth Group employees. For those who have served in the military, these are values they have already embraced well before they join our company, making UnitedHealth Group a strong fit for veterans.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Affected by Wildfires in Northern California
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people affected by the ongoing wildfires in parts of Butte county.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Affected by Wildfires in Southern California
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people affected by the ongoing wildfires in parts of Los Angeles and Ventura counties.
UnitedHealth Group Board Authorizes Payment of Quarterly Dividend to Shareholders
UnitedHealth Group announced that its Board of Directors, at its regular quarterly meeting, authorized payment of a cash dividend of $0.90 per share, to be paid on December 13, 2018, to all shareholders of record of UnitedHealth Group common stock as of the close of business on December 3, 2018.
Offering Help and Hope After Hurricane Michael
In the aftermath of Hurricane Michael, UnitedHealth Group partnered with Matrix Medical Network to deploy a mobile clinic to provide health care directly to people living in affected areas.
Pathways and United Health Foundation Launch Partnership to Improve Mental Health Care In Eastern Kentucky
Pathways, Inc., and the United Health Foundation announced a three-year, $930,000 grant to expand mental health services for children in eastern Kentucky using telehealth technology.
UnitedHealth Group Supporting People Affected by Mass Shooting in Thousand Oaks
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services businesses of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are opening Optum's Emotional-Support Help Line, providing access to specially trained mental health specialists to support people affected by the recent mass shooting in Thousand Oaks, California.
New Program Prepares Students for Careers in Health Data Science
A new Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and United Health Foundation grant partnership will expand access to health informatics educational opportunities and applied health data science research experiences through the Rensselaer Institute for Data Exploration and Application (IDEA).
United Health Foundation Awards University of Kentucky $1 Million Grant to Reduce Rates of Oral Cancer and Improve Oral Health
A $1 million grant from the United Health Foundation will enable the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry (UKCD) to launch its “Eradicate Oral Cancer in Eastern Kentucky” project.
UnitedHealthcare's New and Enhanced Digital Health Resources Help Empower People to More Effectively Use Their Benefits and Curb Health Care Costs
UnitedHealthcare, a UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) company, launched new and enhanced digital health resources to help employers access and understand health care data, save on premiums and encourage employees to more effectively use their health benefits.
UnitedHealthcare's New My ScriptRewards Enables People to Share Cost Savings on Select Medications
UnitedHealthcare, a UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) company, is introducing My ScriptRewards, a new program that shares prescription cost savings directly with plan participants who choose doctor-approved, guideline-recommended and cost-effective medications.
UnitedHealth Group Supporting People Affected by Mass Shooting at Pittsburgh Synagogue
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services businesses of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are opening Optum’s Emotional-Support Help Line, providing access to specially trained mental health specialists to support people affected by the recent mass shooting at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh.
UnitedHealth Group Donates $500,000 to Help Residents of Florida Gulf Coast Region Affected by Hurricane Michael
UnitedHealth Group and its UnitedHealthcare and Optum businesses are donating $500,000 to help residents of the Florida Gulf Coast region recover and rebuild from Hurricane Michael. UnitedHealth Group will donate the funds to the Florida Disaster Fund.
UnitedHealth Group Reports Third Quarter Results
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) reported third quarter results, with continued strong, well-diversified performance across the enterprise.
UnitedHealthcare Expands Fitness Program to Medicare Advantage Plans in North Carolina
UnitedHealthcare will expand its fitness program for people enrolled in its Medicare Advantage plans to North Carolina and 11 additional states in 2019. The company is also enhancing the program with new features and rebranding it as Renew Active.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Support People in Florida Preparing for Hurricane Michael
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group, are taking action to help people in Florida who may be affected by Hurricane Michael, which is expected to make landfall later this week.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Support People in Georgia Preparing for Hurricane Michael
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group, are taking action to help people in Georgia who may be affected by Hurricane Michael, which is expected to make landfall in the next few days.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Support People in Alabama Preparing for Hurricane Michael
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group, are taking action to help people in Alabama who may be affected by Hurricane Michael, which is expected to make landfall in the next few days.
Health Action Council Introduces New Consumer Health Support Model through Collaboration with UnitedHealthcare and Optum
The Health Action Council, an organization dedicated to improving the quality and cost of care, is expanding its relationship with UnitedHealthcare and Optum to launch an enhanced insurance plan that will be available to Health Action Council member companies for Jan. 1, 2019, enrollment.
Employees Reach Out to People Affected by Hurricane Florence
As Hurricane Florence approached the coastline of the Carolinas, the people of UnitedHealth Group, Optum and UnitedHealthcare went into action to help prepare for the storm, help provide members with access to care and prescription medications and ensure their colleagues in the area were safe and secure.
High-Quality Hospitals Deliver Lower Cost Care 82% of the Time
High-quality hospitals deliver lower-cost care for 82% of diagnoses, according to a new analysis that Advisory Board released today on variations in care that do not improve care costs or patient outcomes.
UnitedHealthcare’s 2019 Medicare Plans Offer Stability and Value
UnitedHealthcare® today introduced its 2019 Medicare Advantage and prescription drug plans, offering more choice, stable and reduced premiums, broad access to care, and enhanced benefits and programs designed to help people live healthier lives.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, United Health Foundation Launch $1.1 Million Partnership to Train Next Generation of Health Data Experts
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and the United Health Foundation are expanding access to health informatics educational opportunities and applied health data science research experiences through the Rensselaer Institute for Data Exploration and Application (IDEA).
Survey: Technology Helps an Unprecedented Number of Americans with Health Benefits Say They Are Prepared For Open Enrollment
An unprecedented number of Americans with health benefits say they are prepared for open enrollment, while an increasing number of people are using online resources to research health symptoms and comparison shop for care, according to a new UnitedHealthcare survey.
UnitedHealthcare Invests $9 Million to Help Improve Quality of Care and Patient Services at 21 Golden Valley Health Center Locations in the Central Valley
UnitedHealthcare has invested $9 million to help enhance the quality of care and patient services at 21 health centers operated by Golden Valley Health Centers in Merced, Stanislaus and San Joaquin counties.
How 15 Individuals Are Helping to Improve the Health of Thousands in Missouri
In the surrounding counties of Springfield, Missouri, 43 percent of people live below the federal poverty level, earning an annual income of $12,140 or less, according to Jordan Valley Community Health Center as of 2017. And, 14.5 percent of the population remains uninsured.
New England Patriots and UnitedHealthcare Build a Playground for Blackstone Valley Prep in Cumberland
Today more than 200 members of the Cumberland community and UnitedHealthcare employees joined the New England Patriots and KaBOOM! to build a new playground at Blackstone Valley Prep's (BVP) Elementary School 3.
UnitedHealth Group Donates $1.5 Million to Help Residents of the Carolinas Affected by Hurricane Florence
UnitedHealth Group and its UnitedHealthcare and Optum businesses are donating $1.5 million to help residents of North Carolina and South Carolina recover and rebuild from Hurricane Florence.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Support People in Georgia Preparing for Hurricane Florence
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group, are taking action to help people in Georgia who may be affected by Hurricane Florence.
UnitedHealth Group Named to Dow Jones Sustainability North America and World Indices for 20th Consecutive Year
UnitedHealth Group has been named to the Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index and the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index for 2018 and ranked No. 1 in the Health Care and Providers & Services Sector.
New UnitedHealth Group Report Identifies Opportunities for Addressing the Nation’s Primary Care Shortage
A new report from UnitedHealth Group, Addressing the Nation’s Primary Care Shortage: Advanced Practice Clinicians and Innovative Care Delivery Models outlines opportunities to increase primary care capacity.
Woman's Hospital and United Health Foundation Launch Program to Help Expectant Mothers with Opioid Use Disorder
Woman's Hospital in Baton Rouge and the United Health Foundation today announced a three-year, $1.2 million grant to launch an innovative program at Woman's Hospital that will help address the needs of pregnant women with opioid addiction and their affected newborns.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Support People in the Carolinas and Virginia Preparing for Hurricane Florence
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group, are taking action to help people in South Carolina, North Carolina and Virginia who may be affected by the Hurricane Florence, which is expected to make landfall later this week.
Seventh Annual National Medicare Education Week, Sept. 15-21, Empowers People With Information and Resources Before Annual Enrollment Period
UnitedHealthcare invites Medicare beneficiaries, their families and caregivers to attend community education events across the country and explore online learning tools during the seventh annual National Medicare Education Week, Sept. 15-21.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Along Gulf Coast Affected by Tropical Storm Gordon
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group, are taking action to help people in Mississippi, Alabama and Louisiana affected by Tropical Storm Gordon.
New Medicare Step Therapy Policy Good for Consumers, Health Care System
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released a blueprint this spring to lower prescription drug prices and out-of-pocket costs. One piece of that plan is to allow step therapy for physician-administered drugs covered under Medicare Part B.
UNLV School of Medicine Welcomes Class of 2022
On August 24, students in the second class of the UNLV School of Medicine attended their White Coat Ceremony.
A Place for Families Helping Families
Renovation is well underway on the former group home at Cankdeska Cikana Community College (CCCC), North Dakota, following a recent ceremonial groundbreaking event with Spirit Lake Dakota Nation tribal leaders and community members, North Dakota Governor Burgum and UnitedHealthcare's Tami Reller in early August.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Affected by Severe Storms in Hawaii
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group, are taking action to help people affected by the severe storms affecting Hawaii.
UnitedHealthcare, Share Food Program, Civic Leaders Host Roundtable Discussion on Hunger
UnitedHealthcare, the Share Food Program, Department of Human Services Secretary Teresa Miller, City Councilman Derek S. Green and other civic leaders convened today for a roundtable discussion about hunger.
A Closer Look at Group Prenatal Care
Group Prenatal Care (GPC) is an effective model designed to help reduce preterm birth rates while also providing expectant mothers with complete prenatal care.
OptumRx Introduces 100% Sustainable Packaging for Medication Home Delivery
OptumRx is becoming the first major pharmacy care services company to introduce fully sustainable medication packaging that replaces polystyrene, or foam.
Study: Patients Do Better When Physicians Follow Computerized Alerts
When physicians follow computer alerts embedded in electronic health records, their hospitalized patients experience fewer complications and lower costs, leave the hospital sooner and are less likely to be readmitted, according to a study of inpatient care.
UnitedHealthcare Eye Care Program Gives Children Across the Country Access to Comprehensive Eye Exams and Glasses
UnitedHealthcare has launched a new program that will help improve access to comprehensive eye exams and prescription glasses for children across the country, helping address the unique eye-health challenges young people face.
Optum Secures Place on Coveted $50 Billion Federal Government Contracting Vehicle
Optum, the health services and technology business of UnitedHealth Group, has secured a position on the highly competitive governmentwide contracting vehicle called Alliant 2, which assists federal agencies in soliciting integrated information technology solutions.
UnitedHealth Group Board Authorizes Payment of Quarterly Dividend to Shareholders
UnitedHealth Group announced today that its Board of Directors, at its regular quarterly meeting, authorized payment of a cash dividend of $0.90 per share, to be paid on September 18, 2018, to all shareholders of record of UnitedHealth Group common stock as of the close of business on September 7, 2018.
Value-based Care Relationship With Medtronic Helps Those With Diabetes Avoid the Hospital
UnitedHealthcare has combined its data with Medtronic’s to analyze how access to, and proper use of, market-leading pump technology may help prevent dangerous blood sugar lows and diabetes complications.
2017-2018 Social Responsibility Report
The people of UnitedHealth Group are driven by our mission to help people live healthier lives and to help make the health system work better for everyone. This report highlights how we combine our knowledge, experience and compassion – as an enterprise and as individuals – to support initiatives that improve health quality and outcomes in the communities where we live and work.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Affected by Wildfires in California
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people affected by the Cranston and Carr fires in California.
The Power of Community Health Workers
In the community health worker model at UnitedHealthcare, health care encompasses more than just clinical services, because access truly begins before the first appointment.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Affected by Tornadoes in Central Iowa
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people affected by the recent tornadoes that swept through parts of central Iowa.
Helping Students Learn in Peru
In March 2018, at the start of Peru's school year, 7,000 more ponchilas were donated to students in Ayacucho, Huancavelica and Apurimac, Peru.
UnitedHealth Group Reports Second Quarter Results
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) reported second quarter results, with continued strong, well-diversified performance across the enterprise.
Consumers Reach $1 Billion Mark in Incentives with Rally Health
People who use Rally HealthSM, Inc. digital health and wellbeing tools have earned more than $1 billion in health-related incentive rewards since 2016 by making choices that lead to better health. Rally Health is the consumer digital health platform of Optum, part of UnitedHealth Group
Benefit Assist Program Makes Benefit Payouts Faster and Easier for Employees Enrolled in Medical and Supplemental Health Plans
Employees enrolled in UnitedHealthcare accident, critical illness or hospital indemnity protection plans can now receive benefit payouts faster and easier through UnitedHealthcare's industry-first Supplemental Health Benefit Assist Program.
Annual Health Care CEO Survey: Cost Control is Top Priority for Hospital Executives
Cost control has eclipsed revenue growth as the top priority among health system CEOs, according to Advisory Board’s Annual Health Care CEO Survey.
UnitedHealthcare Awards $1.95 Million in Grants to Wisconsin Community Organizations to Address Social Determinants of Health
UnitedHealthcare has awarded $1.95 million in grants to local organizations that are expanding social services to address some of Wisconsin's key social determinants of health, like food security.
UnitedHealthcare Awards $2 Million in Grants to Arizona Community Organizations to Address Social Determinants of Health
UnitedHealthcare has awarded $2 million in grants to local organizations that are expanding social services to address some of Arizona's key social determinants of health, like food security.
Study Explores Whether Free Rides Lead to Better Health
The three-month study provides free on-demand rides to medical appointments and social activities for select patients over age 60 in Los Angeles.
American Renal Associates and UnitedHealthcare Reach Settlement
American Renal Associates Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: ARA) and UnitedHealthcare, a UnitedHealth Group company (NYSE: UNH) today announced that they have executed a binding Settlement Term Sheet (the "Agreement") and will be negotiating terms of a definitive settlement by August 1, 2018.
Community Care Physician Network, UnitedHealthcare to Serve Medicaid Beneficiaries Together in North Carolina
Community Care Physician Network LLC (CCPN) and UnitedHealthcare have established a new Advanced Care Medical Home and care management network relationship, giving North Carolina Medicaid beneficiaries access to CCPN's 2,200 independent primary care providers in counties across the state under the new managed care system that will launch in 2019.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Affected by Wildfires in Colorado
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people affected by the ongoing wildfires across parts of Colorado.
UnitedHealthcare to Offer More Health Insurance Choices for Minnesotans
UnitedHealthcare, a UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) company, will begin offering new employer-sponsored health insurance options in Minnesota beginning late 2018, and intends to expand its Medicare Advantage health insurance plan options Jan. 1, 2019, pending regulatory approvals.
Kansas Awards Contract to Serve People in State Medicaid Program to UnitedHealthcare
The State of Kansas selected UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Kansas as one of three managed care organizations administering KanCare, the statewide Medicaid program, effective Jan. 1, 2019.
United Health Foundation Helps Provide Respite Care for Adults and Children Who are Homeless in Arizona
Circle the City, an Arizona nonprofit community health organization, is dedicated to providing high- quality, holistic health care to men, women and children facing homelessness in Maricopa County.
Building Healthier Communities, One Garden at a Time
According to the United Health Foundation's America's Health Rankings, more than a third of children ages 10 to 17 in both Tennessee and Louisiana are overweight or obese. Both states rank higher than the national average of 31 percent for these factors.
Morehouse School of Medicine Launches Annual High School Community Health Worker Training Program
Morehouse School of Medicine, in partnership with UnitedHealth Group, launched its third annual High School Community Health Worker (HSCHW) Training Program, which seeks to increase the number of trained student community health workers to engage family, peers and community members in strategies for better health.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Affected by Floods in South Texas
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people affected by the recent flooding in parts of south Texas.
UnitedHealthcare Donates $125,000 to Latino Leadership to Expand Programs for Families Displaced by Hurricane Maria
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Florida donated $125,000 to support Latino Leadership's programs that help families affected by Hurricane Maria relocate from Puerto Rico to Central Florida.
UnitedHealth Group Recognized as One of the 50 Most Community-Minded Companies in the United States
For the seventh consecutive year, UnitedHealth Group was recognized by The Civic 50 as one of the most community-minded companies in the U.S.
A Year in Review: Helping Build Healthier Communities
A Year in Review: Helping Build Healthier Communities
UnitedHealthcare Recognizes 10 Companies for Creating a Culture of Well-Being in the Workplace
UnitedHealthcare honored 10 employers with the company’s “Well Deserved” award for implementing innovative, industry-leading workplace well-being programs that help improve their employees’ health.
New Report Sheds Light on Seniors’ Health Rankings by State: Where Does Your State Rank?
The recently released United Health Foundation’s 2018 America’s Health Rankings® Senior Report dives into this issue, including finding that older adults who live in rural areas often experience poorer health outcomes and receive fewer preventive services than those in urban and suburban environments.
UnitedHealthcare Donates Drug Disposal Kits to Local Health Clinics and Physicians to Help People Safely Dispose of Unused Opioids
UnitedHealthcare is working with Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine and local care providers to confront the opioid epidemic by donating 10,000 opioid disposal kits to the Montgomery County Opiate Taskforce and Kettering Medical Center.
UnitedHealth Group Board Increases Shareholder Dividend; Renews Share Repurchase Program
The Board of Directors of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) authorized payment of a cash dividend of $0.90 per share, to be paid on June 26, 2018, to all shareholders of record of UnitedHealth Group common stock as of the close of business on June 18, 2018.
UnitedHealth Group Announces Results of 2018 Annual Shareholder Meeting
The Board of Directors of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) announced the results of shareholder voting that took place during the Company's 2018 annual meeting earlier today.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Affected by Maryland Floods
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people affected by the recent flooding in parts of Howard County, Md.
UnitedHealthcare Establishes Long-term Strategic Partnership with Quest Diagnostics
UnitedHealthcare and Quest Diagnostics (NYSE: DGX) have established a long-term strategic partnership as the two organizations focus on ways to create more personalized care recommendations and a simpler consumer experience for the more than 48 million people enrolled in UnitedHealthcare plans.
UnitedHealthcare Establishes Long-term Strategic Partnership with LabCorp
UnitedHealthcare and LabCorp (NYSE: LH) have renewed their long-term strategic partnership as the two organizations focus on ways to create more personalized care recommendations and a simpler consumer experience for the more than 48 million people enrolled in UnitedHealthcare plans.
Study: Employees with Access to Wellness Programs Say They Are More Willing to Devote Time to Their Health Compared to People without Such Initiatives
More than half of employees with access to workplace wellness programs say the programs have made a positive impact on their health, including 62 percent saying the initiatives translated to improved productivity and 30 percent reporting help detecting a disease.
Using Innovative Tools to Support Military Caregivers
In partnership with the United Health Foundation, Blue Star Families created the Military Caregiver Online Interactive Program, an online tool using avatar technology to create simulations and care scenarios for caregivers to problem-solve and address real-life challenges to care.
5 Million HouseCalls Provided to People Enrolled in UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage Plans
UnitedHealthcare has now provided more than 5 million in-home clinical visits through its HouseCalls program, bringing potentially life-saving preventive care to people enrolled in its Medicare Advantage plans in the comfort of their homes.
UnitedHealth Group Supporting People Affected by Mass Shooting at Santa Fe High School
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services businesses of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are opening Optum's Emotional-Support Help Line, providing access to specially trained mental health specialists to support people affected by the recent mass shooting at Santa Fe High School, located approximately 30 miles south of Houston.
New Report on Senior Health Shows Rural Health Disparities Persist, Suicide Rates Are Up
A new report benchmarking the health of seniors in America finds poorer health outcomes for rural senior citizens compared with their urban and suburban peers and increased national suicide rates.
New Report on Senior Health Shows Rural Health Disparities Persist, Suicide Rates Are Up
The United Health Foundation’s America’s Health Rankings Senior Report, now in its sixth year, found seniors living in rural areas fare differently across key markers of health compared to their urban and suburban peers.
United Health Foundation and Climb Wyoming Announce New $1 Million Partnership to Develop Innovative Social Support Programs
The United Health Foundation announced a new three-year, $1 million partnership with Climb Wyoming to support development of an innovative curriculum based on Climb’s nationally recognized model and implement its social support programs in Salt Lake City and Grand Junction, Colo.
Public Exchange Coverage is More Costly and Less Effective than Medicaid
First implemented in 2014 as a cornerstone of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), public exchanges sought to provide subsidized coverage to Americans who were not eligible for Medicaid.
Governor John Bel Edwards Announces Statewide Collaborative Effort to Address Cancer in Louisiana
Today, Governor John Bel Edwards was joined by Dr. Rebekah Gee, secretary, Louisiana Department of Health, Kristy Duffey, UnitedHealth Group Chief Clinical Officer and board member of United Health Foundation, and many leaders in health care, business, government, and other sectors to announce a statewide collaborative effort to address cancer in Louisiana.
UnitedHealth Group Statement on Trump Administration’s Drug Policy Proposal
– Today, UnitedHealth Group released the following statement on the Trump Administration’s drug policy proposal: “The fundamental issues with prescription drug affordability are the high prices set by and marketing practices of pharmaceutical manufacturers, so we welcome the Administration’s focus on reducing drug costs. UnitedHealth Group remains committed to offering concrete solutions to further protect consumers from rising drug prices and building programs to help make prescription drug costs more affordable, predictable and stable – programs like our industry-first initiative to provide point of sale pharmacy discounts for our commercial customers, and our application of advanced technology to provide drug cost transparency right in the doctor’s office.”
UnitedHealth Group Report: Freestanding Emergency Departments in Ohio
In Ohio, as of 2016, there were 35 freestanding emergency departments (FSEDs) – all of which were owned by or affiliated with hospitals, despite being physically separate facilities.
United Health Foundation Awards $1 Million Partnership Grant to Circle the City
United Health Foundation awarded a $1 million partnership grant to Circle the City to help the organization provide health care services in a new Medical Respite Center for the homeless at the Maricopa Human Services Campus.
UnitedHealthcare’s Value-Based Care Program for Knee, Hip and Spine Procedures Demonstrates Improved Health Outcomes and Reduced Costs
UnitedHealthcare’s value-based care program for knee, hip and spine procedures has demonstrated fewer hospital readmissions and complications following surgery, while generating total savings of nearly $18 million for participating employers.
UnitedHealthcare, North Carolina Safety-Net Health System Partner to Support Medicaid Beneficiaries and People with Dual Special Needs
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of North Carolina is partnering with the North Carolina Safety-Net Health System to develop innovative solutions and pilot programs to support the health of Medicaid beneficiaries and people with dual special needs.
Rally Cycling Team Rides “Inspired Bicycles” by Children in Tour of California to Benefit UnitedHealthcare Children’s Foundation
At the 2018 Amgen Tour of California, the Rally Cycling team will ride six custom-designed, hand-painted Diamondback Podium bikes, each inspired by a child who has received a grant from the UnitedHealthcare Children’s Foundation (UHCCF).
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Affected by Volcanic Activity on the Big Island
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people affected by the recent volcanic activity in the Puna area of the Big Island, Hawaii.
UnitedHealthcare Donates Drug Disposal Kits to Local Health Clinics and Physicians to Help People Safely Dispose of Unused Opioids
UnitedHealthcare, working with Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf and local care providers, is confronting the opioid epidemic by donating 10,000 opioid disposal kits to the Byrnes Health Education Center and Family First Health.
Scholarship Program for Native Americans to Create Pipeline of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Professionals in North Dakota
The American Indian College Fund, in partnership with United Health Foundation, has launched The United Health Foundation Tribal Wellness Scholarship Program to create a pipeline of mental health and substance abuse professionals in North Dakota to serve remote and rural communities.
Construction Begins for The Elisabetta, a New Community that will bring High-Quality, Affordable Housing to the Globeville Neighborhood of Denver
Community leaders, housing and health advocates, and development partners today celebrated the start of construction for The Elisabetta, a new 91-unit affordable-housing development in the historically diverse Globeville neighborhood of Denver.
Pharmacy Benefit Managers Generate More Savings for States by Driving Higher Generic Use
One of the biggest issues facing the United States health care system is the rising costs of prescription drugs.
UnitedHealth Group Reports First Quarter Results
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) reported first quarter results, led by continued strong, broad-based performance across the enterprise.
Humana, MultiPlan, Optum, Quest Diagnostics and UnitedHealthcare Launch Blockchain-Driven Effort to Tackle Care Provider Data Issues
Humana, MultiPlan, Optum, Quest Diagnostics and UnitedHealthcare Launch Blockchain-Driven Effort to Tackle Care Provider Data Issues.
UnitedHealthcare Launches Step Up for Better Health Sweepstakes to Encourage Walking and Support Boys & Girls Clubs
UnitedHealthcare has launched the Step Up for Better Health Sweepstakes, a national initiative to encourage walking and in support of Boys & Girls Clubs.
UnitedHealthcare’s Amil Receives Award for Improving Health Care Outcomes in Brazil
Amil, part of UnitedHealthcare, announced it has received MCG’s 2017 Richard L. Doyle Award.
UnitedHealthcare Establishes New Endowed Professorship at University of Michigan School of Public Health
The University of Michigan School of Public Health announced that Andrew Ryan has been named the first UnitedHealthcare Professor of Health Care Management.
Training a Diverse Workforce of Health Informatics Experts in North Carolina
Training a Diverse Workforce of Health Informatics Experts in North Carolina
UnitedHealth Group Announces Leadership Actions
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) today announced Larry C. Renfro, vice chair of UnitedHealth Group and chief executive officer of Optum, will lead UnitedHealth Group’s enterprise growth efforts and Optum’s next-generation investment initiatives through an expanded Optum Ventures. Andrew Witty will join UnitedHealth Group, succeeding Renfro as CEO of Optum, effective July 1, 2018.
Study: Digital Tools Help Children and Teens Better Manage Type 1 Diabetes
A study by UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) and Children’s Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota shows children and teens with Type 1 diabetes (T1D) enrolled in an intensive remote therapy (IRT) pilot program experienced improved blood glucose control and better quality of life during the six-month study compared to those who received conventional care.
First-of-its-Kind Law Helps Kansans in Need
To help Kansans live healthier lives and provide them with access to affordable prescription drugs, our OptumRx business worked with the Kansas Legislature and the Kansas Board of Pharmacy to develop the Kansas Unused Medication Donation Act, which became law in 2009.
OptumRx Supports Kansans in Need Through Medication Donations Now Totaling More Than $20 Million
OptumRx, a leading pharmacy care services company that is part of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), announced it has surpassed $20 million in prescription medication donations to help tens of thousands of Kansans in need under the Kansas Unused Medication Donation Program.
UnitedHealthcare Helps People be More Active with Apple Watch
UnitedHealthcare announced a program to encourage people across the country to improve their health by walking, enabling eligible plan participants to obtain Apple Watch® by meeting daily walking goals.
UnitedHealthcare Launches Expansion of Direct-to-Consumer Pharmacy Discounts to Millions of Americans
UnitedHealthcare, a UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) company, will expand pharmacy discounts to millions of its plan participants when they fill prescriptions through retail pharmacies or home delivery.
Study: Continued Advances Seen in Health Behaviors and Coordination of People’s Care from Value-based Care Arrangements
UnitedHealthcare has released its second annual report detailing how the continued shift to a value-based health care system is encouraging better health and better care, and putting greater focus on the total cost of care.
United Health Foundation Releases New America’s Health Rankings Health of Women and Children Report
A new America’s Health Rankings Health of Women and Children Report released by United HealthFoundation finds concerning increases in several of the nation’s key mortality measures for women and children.
UnitedHealthcare Named Customer Service Department of the Year Winner
UnitedHealthcare is a winner in the Customer Service Department of the Year category, presented by the Stevie Awards, an international awards program recognizing outstanding performances in the workplace.
Construction Begins for SEVEN04 PLACE, a New Community that will bring High-Quality, Affordable Housing to Milwaukee
UnitedHealth Group to Support Use of Bundled Payments with Health Care Providers in Fee-for-Service Medicare
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) today announced advancements in the company’s collaboration with individual doctors, health systems and government as the use of bundled payment models expands in traditional fee-for-service Medicare.
Partnering to Expand Access to Substance Abuse Treatment for the Spirit Lake Dakota Community
the Cankdeska Cikana Community College (CCCC) and United Health Foundation are launching a new $1.2 million, three-year partnership to expand access to substance abuse treatment for the Spirit Lake Dakota community and support long-term recovery and wellness.
United Health Foundation, Cankdeska Cikana Community College Launch New $1.2 Million Partnership to Expand Access to Substance Abuse Treatment for the Spirit Lake Dakota Community
Cankdeska Cikana Community College (CCCC) and United Health Foundation are launching a new partnership to expand access to substance abuse treatment for the Spirit Lake Dakota community and support long-term recovery and wellness. U.S. Sen. Heidi Heitkamp joined in the announcement to mark the beginning of the partnership.
William McNabb Joins UnitedHealth Group Board of Directors
The board of directors of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) announced F. William McNabb III has joined the board.
UnitedHealth Group Supporting People Affected by Mass Shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services businesses of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are opening Optum’s Emotional-Support Help Line, providing access to specially trained mental health specialists to support people affected by the recent mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland.
UnitedHealth Group Board Authorizes Payment of Quarterly Dividend to Shareholders
UnitedHealth Group announced today that its Board of Directors, at its regular quarterly meeting, authorized payment of a cash dividend of $0.75 per share, to be paid on March 20, 2018, to all shareholders of record of UnitedHealth Group common stock as of the close of business on March 9, 2018.
UnitedHealthcare Donates $25,000 to Support East Carolina University College of Nursing Scholarships
UnitedHealthcare has donated $25,000 to the East Carolina University College of Nursing to fund scholarships for students enrolled in their final year of the Regionally Increasing Baccalaureate Nurses (RIBN) program.
Empresas Banmédica, UnitedHealth Group Complete Combination
Empresas Banmédica, a leading health care provider and insurer serving Chile, Colombia and Peru, and UnitedHealth Group successfully completed the combination of the two companies. With the closing of the transaction, UnitedHealth Group now owns 96.8% of Empresas Banmédica.
Healthy Savings Makes Nutritious Foods More Affordable for UnitedHealthcare and Oxford Plan Participants in New York and New Jersey
UnitedHealthcare and Oxford plan participants and their dependents in New York and New Jersey who are enrolled in large group, fully insured employer-sponsored health plans will be able to buy healthy foods at discounted prices through the Healthy Savings® program.
UnitedHealthcare’s Affordable-Housing Initiative Helps Connect Michigan Residents to Quality Housing and Support Services to Help Them Live Healthier Lives
An affordable-housing initiative by UnitedHealthcare is helping connect Michigan residents to quality housing and support services to help them live healthier lives.
UnitedHealthcare Awards $150,000 in Grants to Help Advance Food Security in Florida Communities
UnitedHealthcare today awarded grants totaling $150,000 to five community organizations focused on expanding access to nutritional foods for Florida families and children.
UNC-Chapel Hill and United Health Foundation Launch New $1.6 Million Partnership to Help Train and Diversify Next Generation of Health Data Experts
A three-year, $1.6 million grant from United Health Foundation to UNC-Chapel Hill will create “Project ENABLE,” the Extensible Network-Accessible Biomedical & Health Informatics Lifelong Learning Environment.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Affected by Recent Winter Storms in North Carolina
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people affected by recent snow and ice storms in North Carolina.
UnitedHealth Group Rated “World’s Most Admired Company” in Insurance and Managed Care by Fortune 2018 Survey
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) was the top-ranking company in the insurance and managed care sector for FORTUNE’s 2018 “World’s Most Admired Companies” list, featured in the magazine’s February issue.
UnitedHealth Group Reports 2017 Results Highlighted by Continued Strong and Diversified Growth
UnitedHealth Group reported fourth quarter and full year 2017 results reflecting continued broad-based growth and strengthened operating performance across the enterprise.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada Receives $25,000 Donation and 150 Bicycle Helmets from UnitedHealthcare Following Fundraiser at CES 2018
UnitedHealthcare today donated $25,000 to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada and 150 bike helmets to encourage kids in Las Vegas to make an active, healthy start in the New Year.
UnitedHealthcare Introduces New Digital Health Resources for 2018, Including Apple Pay for Consumers with Health Savings Accounts
UnitedHealthcare, a UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) company, today announced new digital health resources for millions of people enrolled in employer-sponsored health plans.
UnitedHealthcare and Dexcom Bring Wearable Technology Solution, One-on-One Coaching to People Battling Type 2 Diabetes
UnitedHealthcare, the market leader in Medicare benefit plans, and DexCom, Inc., the leader in continuous glucose monitoring for diabetes management, today announced an individualized glucose management pilot program driven by wearable technology to help people with Type 2 diabetes manage their condition in real time.
2017 Annual Report: Nation’s Health Faces Rising Rates of Premature Death and Continued Unevenness in Concentration of Health Care Providers
America’s health is challenged by an increase in premature death and uneven concentration of health care providers, according to key findings in United Health Foundation’s America’s Health Rankings® Annual Report.
UnitedHealthcare Awards $10,000 to Digital Hyve for Innovative Project to Improve Health and Wellness in Central New York
UnitedHealthcare has awarded $10,000 to Digital Hyve, a Syracuse-based digital marketing company that has a new, innovative idea for enhancing community health and wellness in Central New York.
Freestanding Emergency Departments: Treating Common Conditions at Emergency Prices
A new report from UnitedHealth Group, "Freestanding Emergency Departments: Treating Common Conditions at Emergency Prices," highlights the recent growth in freestanding emergency departments (FSEDs), which are physically separate from hospitals, and the resulting costs to consumers and the health care system.
UnitedHealth Group Report: Freestanding Emergency Departments in Colorado
In Colorado, as of August 2016, there were 40 freestanding emergency departments (FSEDs) – both hospital-owned and independent – about triple the number in 2014.
DaVita Medical Group to Join Optum
Optum, a leading health services company, and DaVita Medical Group, one of the nation’s leading independent medical groups and a subsidiary of DaVita Inc. (NYSE: DVA), are combining. The agreement, entered into on December 5, 2017, calls for Optum to acquire DaVita Medical Group for approximately $4.9 billion in cash. The transaction is expected to close in 2018 and is subject to regulatory approval and other customary closing conditions.
Expanding Child Development Programs for Military Families
A new partnership and grant will help the Armed Services YMCA Camp Pendleton increase capacity and improve curriculum at the Fisher Children’s Center at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Affected by Wildfires in Southern California
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people affected by the wildfires in Southern California.
March of Dimes, UnitedHealthcare to Help Reduce Preterm Birth Rate in Akron and Toledo Through Group Prenatal Care Program
UnitedHealthcare and the March of Dimes are offering a new model of group prenatal care for pregnant women called Supportive Pregnancy Care (SPC) in Toledo and Akron.
UnitedHealthcare’s New Healthy Pregnancy Mobile App Designed to Help Expectant Moms Take Steps Toward Healthier Deliveries
The UnitedHealthcare Healthy PregnancySM mobile app, an interactive program providing expectant women with personalized content and 24/7 nurse support during pregnancy and after delivery, is now available to people enrolled in most UnitedHealthcare employer-sponsored plans.
Optum Announces $250 Million Fund to Invest in Next Generation of Health Care Innovation
Optum, the health services business of UnitedHealth Group, announced today the creation of Optum Ventures, a $250 million venture fund focused on investing in startup and early-stage companies whose innovations will help advance the health care system.
UnitedHealth Group to Discuss Business Outlook at Investor Conference
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) will host its annual Investor Conference with analysts and institutional investors in New York City on Tuesday, November 28, 2017, beginning at 8:00 a.m. EST.
UnitedHealth Group to Host Investor Conference
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) will host its annual Investor Conference with analysts and institutional investors in New York City on Tuesday, November 28, 2017, beginning at 8:00 a.m. EST.
UnitedHealthcare and Qualcomm Integrate Wearable Devices From Samsung and Garmin into Wellness Program
UnitedHealthcare and Qualcomm Incorporated (NASDAQ: QCOM), through its subsidiary Qualcomm Life, have integrated wearable devices from Samsung Electronics America Inc. and Garmin International, Inc., into UnitedHealthcare Motion™.
UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage Plans Provide Personalized Concierge Services with Introduction of Navigate4Me
UnitedHealthcare, the market leader in Medicare , today introduced Navigate4Me, a program that offers people enrolled in UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage plans personalized concierge services – and in some cases even a single point of contact – to support and guide them through the complexities of the health care system.
Lessons on Choosing a Career Path in Nursing from the Navy’s Former Highest-Ranking Nurse
As the highest-ranking nurse in the Navy before her retirement as a rear admiral in 2013, UnitedHealthcare’s Elizabeth “Betsy” Niemyer built a career of exceptional accomplishments.
UnitedHealthcare Makes Nutritious Foods More Affordable with Healthy Savings Program for People in Virginia and Washington, D.C.
Beginning Nov. 15, nearly 180,000 UnitedHealthcare plan participants and their dependents in northern Virginia and Washington, D.C., enrolled in fully insured, employer-sponsored health plans will be able to buy healthy foods at discounted prices through the Healthy Savings® program.
Fisher House: A Place for Healing for Military Veterans and Their Families
Fisher House provides a community and a home away from home, but more importantly, “a place for healing,” says Sala Nick, a former guest of Fisher House Camp Pendleton.
UnitedHealth Group Donates an Additional $1 Million to Help Puerto Ricans As They Continue to Recover and Rebuild from Hurricane Maria
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE:UNH) and its UnitedHealthcare and Optum businesses are donating $1 million toward helping Puerto Ricans recover and rebuild from Hurricane Maria.
UnitedHealth Group Board Authorizes Payment of Quarterly Dividend to Shareholders
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) announced today that its Board of Directors authorized payment of a cash dividend of $0.75 per share, to be paid on December 12, 2017, to all shareholders of record of UnitedHealth Group common stock as of the close of business on December 1, 2017.
How America’s Unique Insurance Model Keeps People Healthy and Costs Down
Employers act as natural risk pools, enticing healthy and not-so-healthy workers to sign up because of the relatively affordable, pre-tax price tag.
The Preterm Birth Rate in the United States is Too High. Here’s One Way to Save Lives.
Group Prenatal Care, a program designed to reduce the risk of preterm births
UnitedHealthcare Adds New Fitness Benefit to Medicare Advantage Plans in New York
People enrolled in UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage plans in New York will soon have a new fitness benefit that offers access to exercise classes, workout equipment and social activities at participating fitness locations.
New Report: Health of Women Who Have Served
United Health Foundation released the America’s Health Rankings Health of Women Who Have Served Report. This report, created in partnership with the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA), establishes a baseline representation of the health of women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces compared to women without military service.
Construction Begins for The Flats at Grandview Commons, a New Community That Will Bring High-Quality, Affordable Housing to Madison
Community leaders, local residents and development partners came together today to celebrate the start of construction for The Flats at Grandview Commons, a new 94-unit affordable-housing community for working families in the region.
New Report: Women with Military Service Report Higher Rates of Depression and Suicidal Thoughts, Despite Better Overall Health
Women who have served in the U.S. military are more likely than those who have not served to report being in very good or excellent health despite facing higher rates of mental health challenges and chronic disease, according to the 2017 America’s Health Rankings Health of Women Who Have Served Report.
UnitedHealthcare Offers New Hospital Indemnity Protection Plans to Employers and Their Employees Nationwide
UnitedHealthcare has introduced nationwide new Hospital Indemnity Protection plans that provide a cash benefit to help fund employees’ out-of-pocket medical expenses or meet other financial needs after a hospital stay.
UnitedHealthcare Awards $10,000 to Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden for Innovative Project to Improve Health and Wellness in Greater Richmond
UnitedHealthcare awarded $10,000 to Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, a small business that has an innovative idea for enhancing community health and wellness in greater Richmond.
UnitedHealth Group Third Quarter Highlights
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) reported third quarter results, reflecting continued broad-based growth and solid operating margins across the enterprise.
Wounded Veterans to Cycle from San Francisco to Los Angeles During 450-Mile UnitedHealthcare California Challenge
More than 100 military veterans, first responders and their supporters will ride from San Francisco to Los Angeles during the 2017 UnitedHealthcare California Challenge.
Catalyst Health Network and UnitedHealthcare’s Accountable Care Organization Fostering High-Quality Care at Lower Cost
More people in the Dallas metroplex are accessing high-quality care at lower cost through Catalyst Health Network (Catalyst) and UnitedHealthcare’s accountable care organization (ACO).
UnitedHealthcare Awards $120,000 in Grants to Five Community Organizations in Michigan
UnitedHealthcare awarded five grants totaling $120,000 to five community organizations aimed at increasing regular physical activity among Michigan children and families.
Military Health System Beneficiaries to Receive Global Nurse Advice Line Services from Optum
Optum, the health services company of UnitedHealth Group, will operate the Military Health System’s (MHS) worldwide Nurse Advice Line, serving more than 9 million military service members, retirees and their families.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Affected by Wildfires in Northern California
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people affected by the wildfires in Northern California.
Empowering Mothers to Support Healthy Babies: Spotlight on Vanitia Turner
Vanitia knows all too well the critical public health issues facing mothers and babies within her community.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Take Action to Support People Affected by Tropical Storm Nate
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group, are taking action to help people in Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and Florida who may be affected by Tropical Storm Nate.
More Americans Turn to Technology to Help Evaluate and Access Health Care; Health Literacy Remains a Challenge for Some Consumers
More Americans are turning to technology first to evaluate health conditions, and a growing number are interested in using the internet to access medical care, while opportunities remain to improve peoples’ understanding of basic health insurance terms and the connection between lifestyle choices and disease, according to a new UnitedHealthcare study.
New Housing Community Provides Hope for Veterans Struggling with Homelessness
An important milestone was recently reached in helping end homelessness among military veterans in Minnesota with the opening of Veterans East, a new 100-unit apartment community adjacent to the Veterans Hospital near Fort Snelling in Minneapolis.
UnitedHealthcare’s 2018 Medicare Plans Offer Strong Value
UnitedHealthcare, the market leader in Medicare, today introduced its 2018 Medicare Advantage and prescription drug plans, featuring stable premiums and benefits, broad access and choices, and a personalized experience to help people live healthier lives.
UnitedHealth Group Supporting People Affected by Mass Shooting in Las Vegas
UnitedHealthcare and Southwest Medical Associates (an Optum company), part of the health benefits and services businesses of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are opening Optum’s Emotional-Support Help Line, providing access to specially trained mental health specialists to support people affected by the recent mass shooting at a concert in Las Vegas.
Improving Care Coordination: Spotlight on Lucia Jones in Wyandotte County
Today, Lucia serves as the project director of the Community Health Worker (CHW) Collaborative, a partnership between the KC CARE Clinic and CHC.
UnitedHealthcare Opens New Health Benefits Store in Palisades Park
UnitedHealthcare has opened its newest health benefits store to provide enhanced customer service and health education for Asian Americans in Bergen County.
Seattle Seahawk Tyler Lockett and UnitedHealthcare Unveil New Playground at White Center Heights Elementary School
Seattle Seahawks Wide Receiver Tyler Lockett, UnitedHealthcare and Puget Sound Educational Service District (PSESD) leaders today unveiled a new playground at White Center Heights Elementary School.
New England Patriots and UnitedHealthcare Build a Playground for Bridge Boston Charter School
Today more than 200 Bostonians and UnitedHealthcare employees joined the New England Patriots and KaBOOM! to build a new playground at the Bridge Boston Charter School.
Volunteers from Los Angeles Dodgers and UnitedHealthcare Unveil New Walking Path at Allesandro Elementary School
Los Angeles Dodgers alumni and staff, and UnitedHealthcare employees hosted the fifth annual “Day of Service and Play,” which took place at Allesandro Elementary School.
Summer of Service to Seniors
On September 11, nearly 100 UnitedHealth Group employees volunteered at AARP Foundation’s Meal Pack Challenge.
New Housing Community in Minneapolis Provides Hope for Military Veterans Struggling with Homelessness
An important milestone was reached today in helping end homelessness among military veterans in Minnesota with the opening of Veterans East, a new 100-unit apartment community adjacent to the Veterans Hospital near Fort Snelling.
Warby Parker and UnitedHealthcare Collaboration to Feature Affordable, Designer Prescription Eyewear
People enrolled in UnitedHealthcare employer-sponsored and individual vision plans can access Warby Parker’s designer prescription eyewear at affordable prices, online or at any of the more than 50 stores nationwide, beginning in 2018.
First Lady of North Carolina Kristin Cooper Joins United Health Foundation and Whole Kids Foundation to Award 22 Garden Grants to North Carolina Schools and YMCAs
First lady of North Carolina Kristin Cooper joined United Health Foundation and Whole Kids Foundation today to award 22 grants totaling $44,000 to schools and YMCAs statewide.
UnitedHealthcare Study Finds Americans Who Volunteer Feel Healthier and Happier
A new study by UnitedHealthcare and VolunteerMatch found employee volunteerism positively affects the health and well-being of the people who participate, and strengthens their connections to their employers.
Investing in a Culturally Competent Health Workforce
Culturally competent care helps all people live healthier lives and helps make the health system work better for everyone.
UnitedHealth Group Named to Dow Jones Sustainability North America and World Indices for 19th Consecutive Year
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) has been named to the 2017 Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index (DJSI NA) and the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI W) for the 19th consecutive year.
UnitedHealthcare, Optum and UnitedHealth Group Donate $1 Million to Florida Communities Affected by Hurricane Irma
UnitedHealthcare, Optum and UnitedHealth Group (NYSE:UNH) announced a donation of $1 million to support Florida communities affected by Hurricane Irma.
American Heart Association Announces 2017 "Real People. Real Change." Award Winners
Seven central Indiana residents were selected as winners of the American Heart Association's "Real People. Real Change." program sponsored by UnitedHealthcare. The winners were recognized for living healthier lives and inspiring others.
Sixth Annual National Medicare Education Week, Sept. 15-21, Empowers People With Information and Resources Before Open Enrollment Period
UnitedHealthcare invites Medicare beneficiaries and caregivers to attend community education events across the country and explore online learning tools during the sixth annual National Medicare Education Week, Sept. 15-21.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum to Support Floridians Affected by Hurricane Irma
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group, are taking action to help people in Florida who may be affected by Hurricane Irma.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum to Support People in Puerto Rico Affected by Hurricane Irma
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group, are taking action to help people in Puerto Rico who may be affected by Hurricane Irma.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum to Support People in Georgia and the Carolinas Affected by Hurricane Irma
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group, are taking action to help people in Georgia, South Carolina and North Carolina who may be affected by Hurricane Irma.
UnitedHealthcare Simplifies Drug Prescribing Experience for Care Providers and Patients with PreCheck MyScript
UnitedHealthcare, a UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) company, is making it easier and quicker for care providers to prescribe medications for their patients through a new online solution called PreCheck MyScript.
Cultivating Healthy Food Habits in South Houston
Recipe for Success, United Health Foundation and local UnitedHealthcare employees are addressing the issue of food deserts in the Sunnyside neighborhood of south Houston.
Optum and the Advisory Board Company's Health Care Business to Combine
Optum and The Advisory Board Company (NASDAQ: ABCO), announced today that The Advisory Board Company’s health care business will join Optum.
UnitedHealthcare, Optum and UnitedHealth Group Donate $1 Million to Texas Communities Devastated by Hurricane Harvey
UnitedHealthcare, Optum and UnitedHealth Group (NYSE:UNH) announced a donation of $1 million to support Texas communities affected by Hurricane Harvey. The company is working with key officials and stakeholders in Texas to determine how the funds can most effectively support relief efforts.
Kids Helping Kids through New Joke Books that Help Families Pay for Child Medical Expenses
The UnitedHealthcare Children's Foundation (UHCCF) released three new joke books, just in time to celebrate National Literacy Month, an opportunity to encourage early reading, which is an essential skill to a child's healthy development.
Healthy Communities Create Healthy Citizens in New Jersey
Together with United Health Foundation, the New Jersey Health Care Quality Institute (NJHCQI) created the Healthy Communities Create Healthy Citizens project in Jersey City, Trenton and Cumberland County.
Dr. John Paul Sánchez Promotes Cultural Competence in Academic Medicine
For Dr. John Paul Sánchez, an interest in medical education grew out of a childhood in the Bronx. His parents, both emigrants from Puerto Rico, were respected teachers and role models. As a grade-schooler, Sánchez became fearful of a new disease that was killing young men in his community: HIV/AIDS.
Dr. Noé Romo Creates Community Violence Prevention Program
Dr. Noé Romo was born in East Los Angeles, the son of Mexican immigrant parents. His home life was stable, but in his neighborhood, violent gang activity was common. Each summer, he and his family would escape the city to work on his grandfather's farm in rural Mexico.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum to Support Texans Affected by Hurricane Harvey
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people in Texas who may be affected by Hurricane Harvey, which is expected to make landfall either late Friday or early Saturday, according to weather forecasters.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum to Support Louisianans Affected by Hurricane Harvey
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people in Louisiana who may be affected by Hurricane Harvey, which is expected to make landfall either late Friday or early Saturday, according to weather forecasters.
Partnering with National Medical Fellowships to Create a 21st Century Health Workforce
United Health Foundation and National Medical Fellowships (NMF) partner to provide scholarships through the Diverse Scholars Initiative that support 30 students who show leadership at an early stage of their careers and express a commitment to providing primary care to those living in medically underserved communities.
OptumRx Opioid Risk Management Program Leads to Better Outcomes for Patients and Clients
OptumRx today announced the initial results of its Opioid Risk Management program, which is reducing opioid consumption and prescribing and will be rolled out nationwide to build on its early success
Integrating Behavioral Health Services with Primary Care in New York
United Health Foundation has joined forces with Regional Primary Care Network (RPCN), and committed $1.5 million to expanding mental health services in Rochester, Rushville and Utica.
UnitedHealthcare Awards $234,000 in Grants to Improve Access to Care in Rural Kansas
UnitedHealthcare awarded four grants this week to local community organizations that are improving access to health care for Kansans living in rural areas.
UnitedHealth Group Board Authorizes Payment of Quarterly Dividend to Shareholders
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) announced today that its Board of Directors authorized payment of a cash dividend of $0.75 per share, to be paid on September 19, 2017, to all shareholders of record of UnitedHealth Group common stock as of the close of business on September 8, 2017.
UnitedHealth Group Announces New Leadership Roles
The board of directors of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) announced that David S. Wichmann, president of UnitedHealth Group, will succeed Stephen J. Hemsley as chief executive officer and become a director of the company, effective Sept. 1, 2017
Supporting Seniors: Spotlight on Letha Hail
For the past 12 years, Letha Hail has learned how to manage and deal with diabetes while still maintaining her independence. She is 78 years old and faces the challenging task of navigating a complex health system while finding ways to afford the cost of her care on a fixed income.
Breaking Down Barriers Through Telehealth: Spotlight on Julie Stewart, M.D.
Julie's clinical focus is delivering primary care services, but many Community Health Center of Southeast Kansas patients would need to drive two to three hours for specialty care, depending on what is needed.
In Their Own Words: Overcoming Challenges to Achieve a Goal
Dr. Noé Romo talks about his journey to become a doctor, his first experience in Washington, D.C., and how he started Stand Up to Violence, a community violence prevention program.
UnitedHealth Group Names Two New Directors
The board of directors of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) announced Valerie Montgomery Rice, M.D., and Sir Andrew Witty have joined the board.
Wounded Veterans to Cycle 500-plus Miles from Minneapolis to Chicago During UnitedHealthcare Great Lakes Challenge
More than 150 military veterans, first responders and their supporters will cycle from Minneapolis to Chicago during the UnitedHealthcare Great Lakes Challenge Aug. 7 to 14.
Celebrating 10 Years of Diverse Scholars Initiative
Now in its 10th year, the Diverse Scholars Initiative has provided more than $16 million in assistance and funded more than 2,540 scholarships in 36 states for students who are pursuing careers as health care professionals.
Ret. Army Lt. Gen. Patty Horoho Joins Optum to Lead Expanding Efforts that Serve Active Duty Military, Veterans and their Families
Optum, the health services business of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), announced that retired Army Lt. Gen. Patty Horoho has joined the company to bring together and align Optum's extensive capabilities to better support and deliver innovative solutions that meet the health needs of active-duty service members, veterans and their families.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Support People Affected by Floods in Wisconsin
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking immediate action to help people in Wisconsin affected by the recent floods.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Support People Affected by Floods in Iowa
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking immediate action to help people in Iowa affected by the recent floods.
Driving Toward a Cure
Developed by the Park Nicollet Jane Brattain Breast Center and supported in part by a $500,000 partnership grant from United Health Foundation, the Mammo-A-Go-Go Community Outreach Fund dedicates a portion of the mobile unit's time on the road to local communities, providing mammograms and translation services to women in underserved areas.
Four Wisconsin Nonprofits Awarded $100,000 in Grants from UnitedHealthcare to Improve Independence for People with Disabilities
A total of $100,000 in grants from UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Wisconsin will enable four community organizations across the state to enhance their programming and improve access to health resources for Wisconsin residents with disabilities.
UnitedHealth Group Second Quarter Highlights
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) reported second quarter results, reflecting continued broad-based growth across the enterprise.
UnitedHealth Group, AARP Extend Relationship Focused on Improving Older Americans' Health and Well-Being
UnitedHealth Group today announced it renewed and extended its exclusive relationship with AARP focused on improving the health and well-being of Americans 50 and older, including the most popular Medicare products among older Americans.
Hundreds of Volunteers Build a 3,100-Square-Foot Playground at Boys & Girls Clubs of the Chippewa Valley
Today more than 200 Eau Claire residents and UnitedHealthcare employees built a new playground at Boys & Girls Clubs of the Chippewa Valley's Mary Markquart Center.
Employees Reach Out to Support Their Communities
In 2016, UnitedHealth Group employees volunteered 1 million hours and gave $40 million to charities and causes nationwide that are near and dear to their hearts.
UnitedHealthcare Awards $39,000 in Grants to Improve Care Coordination in Washington State
UnitedHealthcare is donating $39,000 to help Chelan Valley Hope and Lake Chelan Lutheran Church (LCLC) implement innovative programs that deliver coordinated, whole-person care for seniors in rural Washington communities.
Farm to Fork is Helping Build a Healthier Mississippi
A six-year partnership between UnitedHealthcare and the Alcorn Extension Program has brought farm-fresh produce to thousands of community residents in food deserts throughout the state.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Support People Affected by Wildfires in Butte County
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking immediate action to help people in California affected by ongoing wildfires in the Butte County area.
Alexa Mieses Pays it Forward
Mentoring the future health workforce and helping them achieve their medical school dreams is just one way Alexa is paying it forward.
Adrial Lobelo Mentors Latino Nurses While Pursuing an Advanced Degree
Grit. Persistence. Hope. These qualities have endured across generations in Adrial A. Lobelo’s family.
Shared Cultural Experiences: A Spotlight on Roshni Biswa
Today, Roshni serves as a community health worker for the KC CARE Clinic, providing primary health care services to uninsured and underinsured city residents.
Lt. Gov. Colyer and UnitedHealthcare Join Community Health Council of Wyandotte County to Celebrate Service to 1,000 Patients
Kansas Lt. Gov. Jeff Colyer and UnitedHealthcare, along with more than 100 local residents gathered at the Community Health Council of Wyandotte County's (CHC) headquarters yesterday to celebrate a major milestone.
UnitedHealthcare Invests $18.3 Million to Help Build New Affordable-Housing Communities in Michigan
UnitedHealthcare is investing $18.3 million to help build two new affordable-housing communities in Hart and Oak Park, Michigan.
UnitedHealthcare and 4-H Extend Partnership to Bring Food Budgeting and Nutrition Education to Additional 50,000 Children and Families
UnitedHealthcare announced it will invest an additional $1 million to extend its partnership with the National 4-H Council to deliver food budgeting and nutrition education to children and families in Arizona, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi, Nebraska, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Tennessee, Washington and Wisconsin.
Civic 50 Ranks UnitedHealth Group One of America’s 50 Most Community-Minded Companies
UnitedHealth Group ranked in The Civic 50, an annual initiative from Points of Light recognizing companies that improve the quality of life in the communities where they do business.
Teaming up With 4-H to Address Food Insecurity and Childhood Obesity
UnitedHealthcare and 4-H deliver food budgeting and nutrition education through the Food Smart Families program.
UnitedHealthcare and YES Housing Partnership Brings Innovative "Vive Salud" Program to Residents of New Affordable-Housing Community in Downtown Albuquerque
Residents, community leaders and program partners YES Housing and UnitedHealthcare celebrated "Vive Salud," an innovative partnership that is connecting residents of The Imperial Building with resources to help them live healthier lives.
United Health Foundation Diverse Scholar Shares His Story
From a young age, Oswaldo “Oz” Hasbún Avalos knew he wanted to care for others. Oz was awarded a scholarship through United Health Foundation’s Diverse Scholars Initiative.
UnitedHealth Group President Dave Wichmann and Ohio Gov. John Kasich Announce 700 New Jobs Coming to Ohio
Ohio Gov. John Kasich joined UnitedHealth Group President Dave Wichmann and local officials today to announce that 700 new jobs are coming to Central Ohio.
Study: Nearly 60 Percent of Employees with Access to a Company Wellness Program Say the Initiative Has Made a Positive Impact on Their Health
Most employees with access to workplace wellness programs say they have made a positive impact on their health, even though a majority are unwilling to devote more than one hour per day to health-related activities such as consistent exercise, according to a new survey.
UnitedHealth Group Board Increases Shareholder Dividend 20%
UnitedHealth Group announced that its Board of Directors authorized payment of an upcoming cash dividend of $0.75 per share to be paid to shareholders.
UnitedHealth Group Announces Results of 2017 Annual Shareholder Meeting
The Board of Directors of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) announced the results of shareholder voting that took place during the Company's 2017 annual meeting earlier today.
David Koffa Strives to Make the Health System Work Better for Everyone
At an age when U.S. children are starting school, David Koffa was starting a whole new life, fleeing the civil war in Liberia.
Beverly Apodaca Discovers a Passion for Occupational Therapy
Beverly Apodaca has fond memories of growing up in rural New Mexico with her mother and grandparents.
Optum's Surgical Care Affiliates Partners with Western Connecticut Orthopedic Surgery Center
Surgical Care Affiliates, Inc. ("SCA"), a leader in the outpatient surgery industry and part of Optum, a technology-enabled health services and innovation company, has made an equity investment in Western Connecticut Orthopedic Surgery Center
Carrying on the legacy of our nation's heroes
This past April, UnitedHealthcare Military & Veterans employees joined more than 800 military survivors, senior Administration and Pentagon officials, and supporters from the business community at the Gala.
Veterans With Brain Injuries to be Helped by New Tech and Tools Selected at Department of Veterans Affairs Competition Co-hosted by Optum
Three teams representing technology companies and a veterans' organization will pilot their ideas to help veterans with traumatic brain injuries.
Optum and Merck Collaborate to Advance Value-Based Contracting of Pharmaceuticals
Optum, the health services business of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), and Merck (NYSE: MRK, known as MSD outside the U.S. and Canada), will collaborate to develop and simulate the performance of contractual reimbursement models in which payment for prescription drugs is aligned more closely with patient health outcomes.
UnitedHealthcare Awards $30,000 Grant to Fanwood-Scotch Plains YMCA to Encourage Children's Physical Activity and Exercise
UnitedHealthcare awarded $30,000 to the Fanwood-Scotch Plains YMCA to implement a project in its community to support children's exercise and physical activity. The grant is part of a statewide initiative between UnitedHealthcare and local YMCAs to fight childhood obesity and physical inactivity.
United Health Foundation and Boys & Girls Clubs Reach Out to Military Youth
Scott Masters, vice president, UnitedHealthcare Benefit Operations, who grew up on Naval Air Station (NAS) Jacksonville, recently returned to the Jacksonville base for a visit and spoke with the youth who piloted Operation: Reach. Following is a Q&A with Scott.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Support People Affected by Severe Weather in Wisconsin
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking immediate action to help people in Wisconsin affected by the recent tornado and severe weather.
Detroit Lion Marvin Jones Jr. and UnitedHealthcare Renovate Gymnasium at J.E. Clark Preparatory Academy
Detroit Lions wide receiver Marvin Jones Jr. and UnitedHealthcare teamed up to renovate the gymnasium at J.E. Clark Preparatory Academy in Detroit's Morningside neighborhood.
Green Bay Packer Jayrone Elliott, UnitedHealthcare Help Beautify Townsend Street School, Announce Second Year of "Blessings in a Backpack" Food Program
Green Bay Packers linebacker Jayrone Elliott and UnitedHealthcare teamed up today for a volunteer service project at Milwaukee Public Schools' Townsend Street School in the Sherman Park neighborhood.
A Home-Away-From-Home for Military Families
In 2015, United Health Foundation teamed up Fisher House Foundation to build the first home for military families at the Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton in California. Following is a Q&A about our partnership with Fisher House Foundation.
UnitedHealthcare Donates $40,000 to the Boys & Girls Club of Washington to Fund Youth Mental Health Programs
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan donated $40,000 to the Boys & Girls Club of Washington to fund youth mental health programs.
Green Bay Packer Jayrone Elliott and UnitedHealthcare Employees Build New Playground at Lincoln Elementary School
Green Bay Packers linebacker Jayrone Elliott and UnitedHealthcare built a new playground at Lincoln Elementary School in Green Bay's Western Corridor neighborhood.
Supporting a 21st Century Health Workforce: One Military Spouse's Journey
Programs like the National Military Family Association’s (NMFA) Military Spouse Scholarship and Professional Support Program help military spouses with their educational pursuits and career development.
In Their Own Words
Learn more from UnitedHealth Group employees about our commitment to organizations that make a difference for military service members, veterans and their families.
UnitedHealthcare Partners With the Henry M. Jackson Foundation to Honor 2017 Heroes of Military Medicine
On May 4, the Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine and Chairman Sponsor UnitedHealthcare Military & Veterans hosted the 2017 Heroes of Military Medicine Awards dinner in Washington, D.C.
A Conversation With Give an Hour President Dr. Barbara Van Dahlen
UnitedHealth Group partners with Give an Hour, to ensure our nation's heroes and their families have access to the health care services they deserve.
LaDainian Tomlinson of Los Angeles Chargers and UnitedHealthcare Unveil New Playground for Students at Horace Mann Elementary School
LaDainian Tomlinson of Los Angeles Chargers and UnitedHealthcare Unveil New Playground for Students at Horace Mann Elementary School.
Seniors are Benefiting from Improved Clinical Care, but Face Economic Barriers to Better Health
America's seniors are seeing improvements in clinical care but are facing significant economic barriers to better health, according to the key findings from United Health Foundation's fifth annual America's Health Rankings Senior Report.
Kansas City Chiefs' Travis Kelce and UnitedHealthcare Donate $20,000 to Oak Grove School District
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce and UnitedHealthcare donated $20,000 to the Oak Grove School District.
Making an Important Connection for Our Nation’s Heroes
After serving multiple tours of duty in Iraq with the U.S. Army, Shawn Durnen returned to the U.S. and found it difficult to transition back to his former life. A friend soon referred him to Give an Hour, an organization that provides free mental health services to military members, veterans and their families.
Nurse D'Ayn DeGroat Honors Her Sister
D’Ayn DeGroat of Farmington, New Mexico, is thankful for her career as a nurse.
Childhood Curiosity Leads Evelyn Ambush to Pursue a Pharmacy Career
Evelyn Ambush became interested in pharmacy at a very young age.
UnitedHealthcare Pro Cycling Team to Bring Awareness to UnitedHealthcare Children's Foundation
The UnitedHealthcare Pro Cycling Team today unveiled a new uniform that both the men's and women's teams will wear during the upcoming AMGEN Tour of California.
New Affordable-Housing Community in the Bronx Provides Opportunity for People with Mental Disabilities to Live Independently
During a ribbon-cutting ceremony today, community leaders, affordable-housing advocates and key investment partners celebrated the opening of Gouverneur Place Apartments, a new 68-unit affordable-housing development in the Bronx that integrates high-quality affordable housing with supportive services for residents.
UnitedHealthcare Invests $12 Million in PATH's New Supportive-Housing Community in Los Angeles to Serve Homeless and Low-Income Individuals and Families
UnitedHealthcare is the largest investor in PATH Metro Villas, a new 65-unit supportive-housing community under construction that will provide permanent homes to individuals and families who have been suffering from homelessness or struggling to find affordable housing.
UnitedHealth Group First Quarter Highlights
UnitedHealth Group reported first quarter results, led by continued broad-based growth across the enterprise.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Support People Affected by Wildfires in Florida
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking immediate action to help people in Florida, who may be affected by ongoing wildfires.
Child Medical Grants are Available from the UnitedHealthcare Children's Foundation
Families in need of financial assistance for child medical care costs are encouraged to apply today for a UnitedHealthcare Children's Foundation (UHCCF) grant.
Partnering to Build a Healthier Houston
To improve access to fresh, healthy food in underserved communities UHF has partnered with Recipe for Success and the Hope Farmer program. This initiative will train veteran entrepreneurs to manage a 7-acre plot of land with the aim of generating 106,000 pounds of produce annually for families through on-site and citywide markets.
Building Healthier Cities Where We Live and Work
To build upon UnitedHealth Group's efforts in local communities and help support UHF's mission, new initiatives have been launched in three U.S. cities: Hartford, Connecticut; Houston, Texas; and Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Baton Rouge Area Foundation Receives $250,000 Grant from UnitedHealthcare to Help with Relief and Recovery Efforts from the Floods in Southeast Louisiana
UnitedHealthcare has donated $250,000 to support five organizations that are helping with Southeast Louisiana’s long-term, sustainable recovery after the devastating floods of 2016.
Family Medicine Resident Kenji Taylor Builds Community Relationships
From a young age, Kenji Taylor was aware of cultural differences.
Felicia Andrew Develops Nursing Skills to Serve Her Native Palau
Felicia Andrew says she’s used to explaining where she comes from.
2016 Social Responsibility Report
UnitedHealth Group, Optum and UnitedHealthcare and our partners have the opportunity and the privilege to improve the lives of millions of people around the world and help build healthier communities for everyone. In this report we share a few of our recent initiatives to improve the health and welfare of the neighborhoods where we live and work.
In Their Words: Connecting the Dots to Improving Care
Access to transportation, good nutrition and a safe home environment are known as social determinants of health.
In Their Words: What Keeps Community Caregivers Up at Night
Joe is leading the charge in the Boston region to help individuals facing homelessness change their circumstances by addressing a critical need – access to health care.
Creating Innovative Tools to Care for Military Caregivers
For many military caregivers, the need to suddenly provide intensive care for a loved one can be daunting – there's no time for advanced training and the emotional toll can be draining. That's where Blue Star Families steps in to help – providing support, training and resources.
Empower Retirement and Optum Launch Innovative, Integrated HSA Solution for Retirement Plan Participants
Today Empower Retirement, the nation's second-largest retirement plan provider, and health services leader Optum launched an innovative health savings account (HSA) for retirement plan participants – The Empower Health Savings Account.
UnitedHealth Group Announces Extension of Exchange Offer to Acquire Surgical Care Affiliates, Inc.
UnitedHealth Group announced that it has extended the expiration of its previously announced exchange offer for all of the outstanding shares of Surgical Care Affiliates, Inc.
From America’s Health Care Front Lines: Joining Forces to Solve Health Care’s Biggest Challenges
In November, United Health Foundation convened 13 current Foundation grant partners in Washington, D.C., for an all-day thought leadership event focused on the role of community health workers in the health care system.
Building a Healthier Milwaukee
United Health Foundation (UHF) is partnering with a number of programs using innovative methods to positively impact underserved communities and empower people to make positive choices for a healthy lifestyle.
Igniting a Passion for Care – When is a Doctor More Than a Doctor?
United Health Foundation is investing in a 21st century health workforce through the Diverse Scholars Initiative.
Helping 700,000 Military Kids Cope With Change…There’s an App for That
Operation: Reach provides an online platform to engage military kids using mobile apps and an interactive game that focuses on coping with change.
From Graduation to a Happy First Birthday – Community Health Workers and Columbus Moms
Columbus Public Health’s CelebrateOne program, connecting local pregnant women and mothers with support resources, recognized the first full-year cohort of 24 Community Health Workers.
Building a Healthier Hartford
United Health Foundation announces two grants for the community of Hartford, Conn., totaling nearly $2.4 million.
How Does a Welcome Home Basket Keep People Healthy?
Massachusetts UnitedHealthcare employees helped pack "welcome home" baskets for individuals who received housing at Woods-Mullen Shelter in Boston, Mass.
Norwood Elementary in West Jefferson Awarded $20,000 PLAYMAKERS Grant from UnitedHealthcare
Norwood Elementary received a $20,000 grant to build a climbing wall to promote sports, physical activity and active play at the school.
J. Watson Bailey Takes Home Top Prize in 2017 UnitedHealthcare Health Bee in Kingston
A team from J. Watson Bailey Middle School last night won the 2017 UnitedHealthcare Health Bee in a spirited final round in Kingston, earning the school funding for its health and wellness programs.
Advancing Primary Care Delivery: An Update
UnitedHealth Group has updated several components of its 2014 report on practical, proven and scalable approaches for advancing primary care delivery.
Music Influences Ray Hill’s Interest in Health Care
For Ray Hill, music opened the door to his interest in health and wellness.
Sainfer Aliyu Seeks the Nursing Trifecta: Nursing Degree, Two Master’s Degrees and a Ph.D.
From growing up in rural Jamaica to studying at New York City’s Columbia University, Sainfer Aliyu has traveled a long road — literally and figuratively.
United Health Foundation and Medical College of Wisconsin to Launch Coordinated Care Program for New and Expectant Mothers
United Health Foundation and the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) will create a program to improve women's health and birth outcomes, and reduce health disparities.
UnitedHealth Group Commences Exchange Offer to Acquire Surgical Care Affiliates, Inc.
UnitedHealth Group commenced an exchange offer for all of the outstanding shares of Surgical Care Affiliates, Inc., a leading ambulatory surgery center and surgical hospital provider.
FORTUNE Survey Rates UnitedHealth Group “World’s Most Admired Company” in Insurance and Managed Care for 2017
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) was the top-ranking company in the insurance and managed care sector for FORTUNE's 2017 "World's Most Admired Companies" list.
New Children’s Storybook about Good Deeds Raises Funds to Help Families Pay for Child Medical Costs
The UnitedHealthcare Children's Foundation (UHCCF) is combining messages of kindness and generosity with creative storytelling in its latest children's book chronicling the adventures of Oliver the lovable bear and Hope the spirited butterfly.
United Health Foundation Announces Two New Partnerships and Nearly $2.5 Million in Funding to Support Hartford Families
To address growing teen drug use and provide integrated health care for local Connecticut families, United Health Foundation, Governor Dannel P. Malloy, The Governor's Prevention Partnership and The Village for Families & Children announced two new grant partnerships in Hartford.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Support People Asked to Evacuate Around Oroville Dam Site
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking immediate action to help people asked to evacuate from areas surrounding the Oroville Dam in Northern California.
UnitedHealth Group Board Authorizes Payment of Quarterly Dividend to Shareholders
UnitedHealth Group announced that its Board of Directors authorized payment of a cash dividend of $0.625 per share.
UnitedHealth Group Records Previously Disclosed Penn Treaty Assessment in 2016 Results
UnitedHealth Group has recognized the $350 million impact of its Penn Treaty assessments in the fourth quarter 2016, following consultations in connection with its 10-K filing.
Funding Available for Kansas Organizations Improving Access to Health Care in Rural and Frontier Areas
UnitedHealthcare is now accepting proposals from community nonprofits and government agencies aimed at improving health resources and programs for Kansas residents living in rural and frontier areas.
$500 to $620 Billion Could Be Saved by Modernizing Medicare and Medicaid
A recent report from UnitedHealth Group finds that $500 billion to $620 billion could be saved by modernizing Medicare and Medicaid.
Medical College of Wisconsin PERISCOPE Project
Partnerships like PERISCOPE can help bridge the critical gap in perinatal care in Milwaukee and support new and expectant moms, ensuring their health and wellness are nurtured from day one.
Governor's Prevention Partnership
To raise awareness of the physical and mental harms associated with youth substance abuse, United Health Foundation (UHF) has partnered with the Governor's Prevention Partnership in Hartford.
Recipe for Success
One of the key factors to ensuring whole person health is ensuring fresh, healthy foods aren't only a choice, but an option for families nationwide.
The Village for Families & Children
The Village for Families & Children and United Health Foundation (UHF) have announced a new partnership to provide resources for programs that connect communities to care, support whole-person health and build healthier communities.
UnitedHealthcare Partners with Camden Coalition to Develop Innovative, Scalable Models of Care for Patients with Complex Health and Social Needs
UnitedHealthcare and the Camden Coalition of Healthcare Providers have announced a $15 million strategic partnership to develop, test and scale new models of care for patients with complex health, behavioral and social needs.
United Health Foundation Awards Milwaukee Area Technical College $2.3 Million Grant to Expand Nursing School Capacity
A $2.3 million grant from United Health Foundation will enable the Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) to double the size of its registered nursing program over the next three years and help address the state's nursing shortage.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Support People Affected by Severe Weather in Georgia and Mississippi
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking immediate action to help people in Georgia and Mississippi who may be affected by severe weather, including multiple tornadoes that struck the Southeast region.
Timothy P. Flynn Joins UnitedHealth Group Board of Directors
UnitedHealth Group announced that Timothy P. Flynn has joined the company’s Board of Directors.
UnitedHealth Group Reports 2016 Results Highlighted by Continued Strong and Diversified Growth
UnitedHealth Group reported fourth quarter and full year 2016 results driven by broad-based, balanced growth across the enterprise.
CareerWise Colorado and UnitedHealthcare to Launch Apprenticeship Program in Mesa County
UnitedHealthcare and CareerWise Colorado will help expand CareerWise Colorado youth apprenticeships in Mesa County, along Colorado's Western Slope.
UnitedHealthcare and Qualcomm Donate $50,000 to Boys & Girls Clubs of America Following “5 Million Step Challenge” at CES 2017
UnitedHealthcare and Qualcomm Incorporated (NASDAQ: QCOM), through its wholly owned subsidiary Qualcomm Life, Inc., today donated $50,000 to the Boys & Girls Clubs of America.
Surgical Care Affiliates (SCA), OptumCare to Combine
Optum, a leading health services company and part of UnitedHealth Group, and Surgical Care Affiliates, Inc., a leading ambulatory surgery center (ASC) and surgical hospital provider, are combining.
UnitedHealthcare and Qualcomm Integrate New Wearable Devices with Wellness Program; People Earn Millions of Dollars in Financial Rewards for Being Active
UnitedHealthcare and Qualcomm Incorporated (NASDAQ: QCOM), through its wholly owned subsidiary Qualcomm Life, Inc., today announced enhancements and the expansion of UnitedHealthcare Motion™, a wellness program that provides employees with activity trackers at no additional charge and enables them to earn up to $1,500 per year by meeting certain goals for the number of daily steps.
Milwaukee Area Technical College
There is a growing health care challenge sweeping across the United States that has the ability to impact each and every American: a rising shortage of nursing professionals.
Connecting Communities to Care in Wyandotte County
In partnership with United Health Foundation, Community Health Council (CHC) of Wyandotte County is adding seven new full-time community health workers (CHWs) to help improve coordination of local, culturally competent, affordable primary care for lower-income, underserved residents in Wyandotte County.
2016 Annual Report: Years of Positive Health Gains in the United States Threatened by Rise in Cardiovascular and Drug Deaths
The nation’s health is seeing concerning upticks in key health indicators according to the key findings in United Health Foundation’s 27th America’s Health Rankings Annual Report.
UnitedHealthcare Donates Hasbro’s NERF ENERGY Game Kits to Boys & Girls Clubs Across the Country to Encourage Physical Activity
UnitedHealthcare is launching a national initiative featuring Hasbro's NERF products this holiday season to encourage young people to become more active through "exergaming."
UnitedHealthcare Pioneers National ACO Product; NexusACO Expands Access to Quality Care and Lowers Costs
UnitedHealthcare has introduced NexusACO™, a new health benefits option for 2017 that offers access to highly accomplished care providers who have proven results for delivering quality and efficient care, resulting in better health outcomes and lower costs.
Massachusetts Housing & Shelter Alliance
o help combat homelessness and get more residents out of the emergency room and into stable housing, United Health Foundation is teaming up with the Massachusetts Housing & Shelter Alliance (MHSA) in support of their Hospital to Housing Initiative.
Dermatology Services Now Available via Telehealth Technology to UnitedHealthcare Medicaid Beneficiaries in Rhode Island through Thundermist Health Center
People enrolled in UnitedHealthcare’s Medicaid plan in Rhode Island may now receive faster diagnosis and treatment of skin disorders using telehealth technology.
UnitedHealthcare Launches New, Value-Based Care Payment to Help Improve Health Outcomes and Reduce Costs for Knee, Hip and Spine Procedures
UnitedHealthcare has launched a new value-based care payment for knee, hip and spine procedures, the Spine and Joint Solution, that focuses on quality patient care and better outcomes.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Support People Affected by Wildfires in Tennessee
We're taking immediate action to help people in Tennessee who may be affected by the ongoing wildfires.
Everest Group PEAK Matrix Report Recognizes Optum as a Leader in Health Care Payer Information Technology Services
Optum has been named to the Leader category in Everest Group’s 2016 “Healthcare Payer IT Services – Service Provider Landscape with PEAK Matrix Assessment.”
OptumRx and CVS Pharmacy Partner to Expand Consumer Choice, Reduce Costs and Improve Health Outcomes
OptumRx and CVS Pharmacy are partnering to provide more convenient choices and lower costs for consumers and clients while improving health outcomes.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Support People Affected by Wildfires in North Carolina
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking immediate action to help people in North Carolina, who may be affected on ongoing wildfires.
UnitedHealthcare IRONKIDS Tempe Fun Run Motivates Young People to Lead Active, Healthy Lifestyles
Nearly 400 kids participated in the UnitedHealthcare IRONKIDS® Tempe Fun Run today at Tempe Beach Park. UnitedHealthcare mascot Dr. Health E. Hound kicked off the fun run, joined by Karen Saelens, COO, UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Arizona.
Magic Johnson Foundation and UnitedHealthcare Bring Holiday Hope to Michigan Families
On Saturday, Nov. 19, and Sunday, Nov. 20, the Magic Johnson Foundation and UnitedHealthcare will hold three Holiday Hope events to provide Michigan families with food, holiday trimmings, coats, essential living items and toys.
CharterCARE and UnitedHealthcare to Improve Medicaid Patients’ Health and Health Care in Rhode Island
CharterCARE Health Partners, CharterCARE Provider Group RI, LLC, and UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Rhode Island have launched a Medicaid accountable care program to improve health outcomes, increase patient satisfaction and reduce the overall cost of care for people enrolled in UnitedHealthcare Medicaid plans.
Hartford and Tolland County Families to Have Thanksgiving Dinner with Turkey and All the Trimmings This Holiday
More than 15,000 families in Hartford and Tolland counties will be able to sit down to Thanksgiving dinner thanks to the generosity of Hartford employers and residents who stopped by 185 Asylum St. this morning to drop off turkeys and other holiday food items, and donate money for additional meals.
Evaluating the Health of Those Who Have Served
Today the newest America's Health Rankings report on the health of those who have served in the United States Armed Forces was released by United Health Foundation in partnership with the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA).
New Report: People with Military Service Report Better Overall Health, but Face Higher Rates of Cancer, Heart Disease than Civilian Peers
The majority of people who have served in the U.S. military report being in very good or excellent health despite facing notable health challenges, including higher rates of cancer and coronary heart disease.
UnitedHealth Group Board Authorizes Payment of Quarterly Dividend to Shareholders
UnitedHealth Group announced that its Board of Directors authorized payment of a cash dividend of $0.625 per share.
UnitedHealthcare IRONKIDS Florida Fun Run Motivates Local Youth to Lead Active, Healthy Lifestyles
More than 500 kids participated in the UnitedHealthcare IRONKIDS Florida Fun Run today at the Boardwalk Beach Resort. UnitedHealthcare mascot Dr. Health E. Hound kicked off the fun run, joined by Steve Nelson, CEO, UnitedHealthcare Medicare and Retirement, and Superintendent Bill Husfelt.
UnitedHealthcare Invests $2.3 Million to Build New Affordable-Housing Community for Seniors in Franklin County
UnitedHealthcare is investing $2.3 million in a new affordable-housing development that will give local seniors access to quality housing.
UnitedHealthcare and Hasbro Bring NERF ENERGY Game to Kids to Encourage Greater Physical Activity
UnitedHealthcare and Hasbro are collaborating on a national initiative to encourage young people to be more active through “exergaming.”
Virginia Commonwealth University School of Nursing Receives Grant from UnitedHealthcare to Improve Access to Healthy Food for Seniors
A UnitedHealthcare grant to the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Nursing will help reduce hunger and social isolation among seniors by supporting the school's community-based care-coordination initiative, the Richmond Health and Wellness Program.
More Than 360 Kids Participated in the New Hanover Regional Medical Center IRONKIDS North Carolina Fun Run
More than 360 kids participated in the New Hanover Regional Medical Center IRONKIDS North Carolina Fun Run presented by UnitedHealthcare today at the Wilmington Downtown Riverwalk.
Study: First-of-its-Kind Online Chemotherapy Approval Protocol Accelerates Cancer Patients’ Access to Proven Treatments
A study of a new web-based tool piloted with select medical oncology practices in UnitedHealthcare's care provider network in Florida found 99 percent of cancer patients received approval for chemotherapy drug regimens immediately or within 24 hours.
UnitedHealth Group Reports Third Quarter Results
UnitedHealth Group reported third quarter results reflecting well-balanced growth and steady execution across its diverse businesses.
UnitedHealthcare Employees Donate Thousands of Pounds of Food to Support Victims of Domestic Violence
UnitedHealthcare employees in Chico today donated more than 3,000 pounds of food and dozens of boxes filled with everyday necessities to Catalyst Domestic Violence Services' emergency shelter in Butte County.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Support People Affected by Hurricane Matthew
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking immediate action to help people in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina and North Carolina who may be affected by Hurricane Matthew.
UnitedHealthcare to Expand Use of Real Appeal Weight-Loss Program
More than 2.4 million people enrolled in UnitedHealthcare employer-sponsored health plans will have access to Real Appeal, a personalized, interactive online weight-loss program that uses personal coaches and an Internet TV show to motivate people to lose weight, and get active and healthy.
Optum, CleanSlate Centers to Expand Access to Opioid Addiction Treatment for Optum Members
To address the growing national opioid addiction crisis, health services provider Optum and CleanSlate Centers will expand access to effective, physician-led addiction treatment options for Optum members.
UnitedHealthcare Offers Compelling Medicare Products for 2017
UnitedHealthcare introduced its 2017 Medicare Advantage and Part D prescription drug plans, building on its market-leading 2016 medical plan growth.
University of California and UnitedHealth Group to Collaborate, Work Strategically to Improve Health Care
The University of California and UnitedHealth Group (NYSE:UNH) are establishing an innovative model for a collaborative approach to health care that will improve patient care for Californians.
New Report Highlights New Level of Detail in Wide Variations of Women and Children’s Health Across the Country
Notable differences in the health of women and children exist across – and often even within – states according to some of the key findings of United Health Foundation's 2016 America's Health Rankings® Health of Women and Children Report.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Support People Affected by Floods in Iowa
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking immediate action to help people in Iowa who may be affected by the recent flooding.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Support People Affected by Floods in Western Wisconsin
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking immediate action to help people in western Wisconsin who may be affected by the recent flooding.
UnitedHealthcare IRONKIDS Chattanooga Fun Run Motivates Local Youth to Lead Active, Healthy Lifestyles
Nearly 400 kids participated in the UnitedHealthcare IRONKIDS® Chattanooga Fun Run presented by Sunbelt Bakery today at Ross's Landing. UnitedHealthcare mascot Dr. Health E. Hound kicked off the fun run, joined by Paul Banick, M.D., senior medical director of UnitedHealthcare Community & State, and Sen. Bo Watson.
Nearly One Third of Americans Now Comparison Shop for Health Care, But Few People Have a Full Understanding of Basic Insurance Concepts
More Americans are using technology to improve access to health care and make more informed decisions, even as most have a limited understanding of basic health insurance terms or the cost of specific medical services, according to a new study from UnitedHealthcare.
OptumRx Recruiting for 120 New Customer Service Jobs in Costa Mesa
OptumRx, UnitedHealth Group's [NYSE: UNH] free-standing pharmacy care services business, is adding 120 pharmacy customer service representative jobs in Costa Mesa.
UnitedHealth Group Named to Dow Jones Sustainability North America and World Indices for 18th Consecutive Year
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) has been named to the 2016 Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index (DJSI NA) and the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI W) for the 18th consecutive year.
Optum and Quest Diagnostics Partner to Help Make the Health System Work Better for Patients, Physicians, Health Plans and Employers
Optum, a leading information and technology-enabled health services business, and Quest Diagnostics (NYSE: DGX), the world's leading provider of diagnostic information services, today announced they will partner to help make the health system work better through wide-ranging collaboration.
Fifth Annual National Medicare Education Week Empowers Older Americans With Tools and Information to Make Medicare Decisions with Confidence
UnitedHealthcare invites Medicare beneficiaries and caregivers to attend community education events across the country and explore online learning tools during this year's National Medicare Education Week (Sept. 15-21).
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Act to Support People Affected by Hurricanes Madeline and Lester
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking immediate action to help people affected by Hurricane Madeline and Hurricane Lester, which are expected to hit Hawaii over the next few days.
Health4Me Mobile App Now Provides Consumers With Personalized Care Updates to Help Them Make More Informed Health Decisions
UnitedHealthcare’s mobile app Health4Me now offers several new features including personalized care notifications that automatically alert UnitedHealthcare plan participants about preventive services and if they are missing recommended medical treatments or tests.
$12 Million Investment by UnitedHealthcare Helps Bring New Affordable-Housing Community to Downtown Albuquerque
UnitedHealthcare is the largest investor in a new mixed-use affordable-housing development officially opening this week that brings 74 apartments and a grocery store to the heart of downtown Albuquerque.
North Carolina Community-Based Organizations Receive $75,000 in Grants from UnitedHealthcare to Improve Access to Healthy, Affordable Food
UnitedHealthcare has donated $75,000 to three organizations in North Carolina to help improve access to healthy, affordable food throughout the state.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Support People Affected by Wildfires in California
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking immediate action to help people in California who may be affected by the ongoing wildfires.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Support People Affected by Floods in Louisiana and Mississippi
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking immediate action to help people in Louisiana and Mississippi who may be affected by the recent flooding.
Community Health Council of Wyandotte County, United Health Foundation to Help Enhance Access to Care in Communities of Need
Seven new full-time community health workers will improve coordination of local, culturally competent primary care for lower-income, underserved residents in Wyandotte County.
Construction Underway for New Affordable-Housing Community for Military Veterans Struggling with Homelessness
Struggling military veterans will have access to new housing and resources to help end the cycle of homelessness, as construction is now underway for a new, affordable-housing community in Minneapolis.
UnitedHealthcare IRONKIDS Boulder Fun Run Motivates Local Youth to Lead Active, Healthy Lifestyles
UnitedHealthcare kicked off its fifth year sponsorship of IRONKIDS® races in the United States with the UnitedHealthcare IRONKIDS® Boulder Fun Run. Three hundred and seventy young athletes participated this morning at Boulder High School.
MedExpress Announces UnitedHealth Group $500,000 Donation to Aid Rebuilding and Recovery Efforts in West Virginia Following Deadly Floods
MedExpress announced a $500,000 contribution to SBP to help launch Homes for West Virginia, a new organization dedicated to rebuilding homes and communities following the deadly flooding throughout the state.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Support People Affected by Floods in Howard County, Md.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum are taking immediate action to help people in Howard County, Md., who may be affected by the recent flooding.
Doctors Earn More Than $148 Million in Quality of Care Bonus Payments for Improving Health Outcomes, Addressing Care Opportunities for UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage Members
UnitedHealthcare recognized care providers with the 2015 UnitedHealthcare PATH Excellence in Patient Service Awards for their commitment to improving health outcomes for Medicare Advantage members.
UnitedHealthcare Invests Nearly $17 Million to Expand Affordable Housing for Individuals, Families and Veterans in Michigan
UnitedHealthcare is investing $16.9 million to increase availability of affordable housing for low- and moderate-income individuals, families and veterans in Michigan.
UnitedHealth Group Board Authorizes Payment of Quarterly Dividend to Shareholders
The Board of Directors authorized payment of a cash dividend of $0.625 per share, to be paid on September 20, 2016.
Completion of New Affordable-Housing Community Celebrated in McCall
Community leaders, investment partners and new residents celebrated the The Springs II, the second phase of an apartment community in McCall that brings additional homes to help address a need for more affordable housing.
UnitedHealth Group Reports Second Quarter 2016 Results
UnitedHealth Group reported second quarter results reflecting well-balanced growth and disciplined execution across its core businesses.
Volunteers to Build Playground at Dream Weavers of Georgia in Alpharetta
More than 200 Alpharetta residents and UnitedHealthcare employees build a new playground at Dream Weavers of Georgia's Kalen Center.
UTRGV and United Health Foundation Unveil Mobile Clinic to Deliver Health Care to Rio Grande Valley Communities
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) School of Medicine and United Health Foundation introduced "Unimóvil" at a dedication ceremony.
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan Expands Service Area; Now Available in Adams, Columbia, Dane and Sauk Counties
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan has expanded its service area to include four additional Wisconsin counties where it offers health care coverage for individuals and families enrolled in BadgerCare Plus and Medicaid SSI.
UnitedHealthcare Honors Medline for Successful Worksite Wellness Program
UnitedHealthcare announced the winners of the "Well Deserved" award, an honor given to organizations with comprehensive and innovative employee wellness programs.
Connecticut Science Center Opens New "Cycling to Wellness" Exhibit, Sponsored by UnitedHealthcare; Encourages Visitors to Cycle for Better Health
The Connecticut Science Center today opened its latest exhibit – "Cycling to Wellness" – an interactive space that includes a virtual cycling game and is designed to highlight the health benefits of cycling.
Indianapolis Colts and UnitedHealthcare Host 18 Indiana High-School Football Programs for Student-Athlete Health and Safety Clinic
Today 18 Indiana high-school football programs were hosted at the Indianapolis Colts' headquarters at an exclusive event focused on student-athlete health and safety.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Support People Affected by Wildfires in California
UnitedHealthcare and Optum are taking immediate action to help people in California who may be affected by the recent wildfires.
United Health Foundation, Partnership for Strong Communities to Expand Program Connecting Health Services and Housing for People Struggling with Homelessness
United Health Foundation helps Partnership for Strong Communities (PSC) expand the Opening Doors-CT Hospital Initiative, coordinating a network of Community Care Teams (CCTs) in five additional Connecticut hospitals.
UnitedHealth Group Recognized by The Civic 50 as Nation’s Top Community-Minded Health Care Company for Third Year in a Row
UnitedHealth Group was recognized as an industry leader by The Civic 50, highlighting companies that improve the quality of life in the communities where they do business.
UnitedHealthcare Awards $75,000 in Grants to Nebraska Federally Qualified Health Centers to Improve Coordination of Physical and Behavioral Health Care
Three Nebraska Federally Qualified Health Centers were each awarded a $25,000 grant by UnitedHealthcare to support efforts that improve coordination of physical and behavioral health care services.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Support People Affected by Floods in West Virginia and Virginia
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking immediate action to help people in West Virginia and Virginia who may be affected by the recent flooding.
DeKalb Physician Hospital Organization and UnitedHealthcare to Improve Patients' Care in Georgia
DeKalb Physician Hospital Organization (DPHO) and UnitedHealthcare have launched an accountable care program to improve people's health and their satisfaction with their health care experience.
March of Dimes, UnitedHealth Group Launch Group Prenatal Care Program to Help Improve Health Outcomes for Mothers and Babies, and Reduce Health Care Costs
March of Dimes and UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) are launching a new group prenatal care program designed to help improve mothers' and babies' health during pregnancy, birth and infancy.
UnitedHealthcare Will Award up to $120,000 in Grants to Michigan Organizations Dedicated to Tobacco Cessation
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Michigan is seeking proposals to fund programs that educate and encourage the public to quit smoking and avoid tobacco use, and help eliminate exposure to secondhand smoke.
United Health Foundation Partnership with New Jersey Hospital Association Helping Veterans and Service Members Navigate Health Services to Improve Access to Care
New Jersey Lt. Gov. Kim Guadagno spoke during a forum to raise awareness about the complexities of managing veterans’ health where a $1.35 million partnership grant was announced.
UnitedHealthcare Will Reimburse Kidney Donors' Travel Expenses, Expanding Life-Saving Access to Kidney Transplants
UnitedHealthcare will pay travel expenses for kidney transplant donors, addressing one of the major barriers to living organ donation.
UnitedHealth Group Supports People Affected by Mass Shooting in Orlando
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking immediate action to support people affected by the recent mass shooting at a nightclub in Orlando.
Healthy Savings Program Helps Make Healthier Foods More Affordable for UnitedHealthcare Plan Participants
More than 250,000 people across Illinois and northwest Indiana enrolled in select UnitedHealthcare employer-sponsored health plans are now able to buy healthier foods at discounted prices through its Healthy Savings® program.
UnitedHealth Group Continues to Evolve Leadership
UnitedHealth Group today announced a further step in the evolution of the company’s leadership as the company continues to develop and deploy new products and services that anticipate and meet the health care needs of those it is privileged to serve.
UnitedHealthcare Honors Employers for Innovative Worksite Wellness Programs
Employers across the United States are being recognized by UnitedHealthcare for earning the company's "Well Deserved" award, an annual honor given to organizations that demonstrate commitment to improving the health and well-being of their employees through comprehensive and innovative wellness programs.
UnitedHealth Group Board Increases Shareholder Dividend 25%
UnitedHealth Group announced today that its Board of Directors authorized payment of a cash dividend of $0.625 per share, to be paid on June 28, 2016.
UnitedHealth Group Announces Results of 2016 Annual Shareholder Meeting
The Board of Directors of UnitedHealth Group announced the results of shareholder voting that took place during the Company’s 2016 annual meeting earlier today.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Support People Affected by Floods in Southeast Texas
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking immediate action to help people in Southeast Texas who may be affected by the recent flooding.
Partnership for Strong Communities
In Connecticut, United Health Foundation has partnered with Partnership for Strong Communities (PSC), a statewide nonprofit policy and advocacy organization dedicated to expanding the creation of affordable housing and preventing and ending homelessness throughout the state.
New Jersey Hospital Association
United Health Foundation and the University of Las Vegas School of Medicine (UNLV) have partnered to create an integrated training program for medical students.
UnitedHealthcare Donates $50,000 to Support Health and Wellness Programs in Indiana
A $10,000 grant to Indiana Parenting Institute will support the organization's "Birth2Eighteen" program, which teaches young, underserved families effective parenting and life skills, and connects them to community resources to improve family relationships and encourage children to lead productive and successful lives.
New Report Finds Significant Health Concerns Loom for Seniors in Coming Years; Current Seniors Make Health Gains, But Challenges with Obesity and Proper Nutrition Persist
Increasing rates of diabetes and obesity among middle-aged Americans, coupled with the massive growth in the senior population over the next 15 years, are likely to significantly affect the health and quality of life for the next generation of seniors.
National Military Family Association, Give an Hour and United Health Foundation to Launch Initiative Supporting Military Spouse Mental Health Professionals
The National Military Family Association (NMFA), a nonprofit that works to strengthen and protect military families, along with Give an Hour, a nonprofit that provides free mental health services to military members, veterans, and their families, announced a new initiative with United Health Foundation to support military spouses pursuing careers in behavioral health.
Optum Idaho funds $420,000 Community Health Initiatives Grant in Partnership with Idaho Department of Health and Welfare
Optum Idaho will fund a community health initiative (CHI) grant of $420,000 for statewide efforts that help children who struggle with serious emotional disturbances (SED).
New Jersey Health Care Quality Institute Receives $550,000 from United Health Foundation to Support "Healthy Communities Create Healthy Citizens" Project
New Jersey Healthcare Quality Institute (NJHCQI) was awarded a $550,000 partnership grant from United Health Foundation to support its "Healthy Communities Create Healthy Citizens" project.
Peak Military Care Network: Celebrating and Supporting the Military and Their Families
To help serve the Pikes Peak region of Colorado, UnitedHealth Group is developing partnerships with organizations that are dedicated to meeting the distinct health care needs of service members, veterans and their families.
Rally Cycling Team Bikes to Benefit UnitedHealthcare Children's Foundation Families
At this year's Amgen Tour of California, the Rally Cycling team will ride eight custom-designed Diamondback Podium bikes that will be put up for auction as part of the UnitedHealthcare Children's Foundation (UHCCF) "Ride into Spring" fundraiser.
UnitedHealthcare Donates $30,000 to Support Health and Wellness Programs in Missouri
UnitedHealthcare has donated $30,000 to help two Missouri organizations' efforts to promote health literacy and support transportation programming for low-income families.
United Health Foundation, Peak Military Care Network Partner to Strengthen Support for Service Members, Veterans and their Families at Event Honoring Military Families
Service members, veterans and their families in the Colorado Springs area will have access to expanded support networks through the Peak Military Care Network (PMCN), funded by a three-year, $800,000 United Health Foundation grant.
Optum teams with Medecision, TriZetto on New Offering to Streamline States' Medicaid Management Information Systems
Optum is teaming with Medecision and TriZetto to launch a first-to-market services-based offering for states' Medicaid Management Information Systems (MMIS), the critical IT foundation of the public health program for low-income people.
Peak Military Care Network: Expanding Community-Based Support Networks for Military Service Members, Veterans and Their Families
United Health Foundation has partnered with Peak Military Care Network (PMCN) to provide expanded access to critical resources for our nation's service members, veterans and their families.
New Jersey Health Care Quality Institute
United Health Foundation and the University of Las Vegas School of Medicine (UNLV) have partnered to create an integrated training program for medical students.
UnitedHealthcare Donates $200,000 to National Church Residences for New Medical Suite to Improve Access to Care for Pittsburgh-area Seniors
UnitedHealthcare donated $200,000 to National Church Residences to create a new onsite medical suite that will serve residents of Parkside Manor, a 77-unit independent-living senior community located in Pittsburgh's Brookline suburb.
New UnitedHealthcare Health Benefits Store in Fullerton Offers Enhanced Experience for People Eligible for Medicare
UnitedHealthcare today opened its newest health benefits store to provide enhanced customer service support and health education opportunities customized for the Asian-American community in Orange County.
Make-A-Wish Connecticut Celebrates 30th Anniversary
Make-A-Wish® executives joined UnitedHealthcare employees to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Make-A-Wish Connecticut and recognize "World Wish Day" at the company's 185 Asylum St. offices.
United Health Foundation Invests in the Future Health Workforce; Commits $2.25 Million in Scholarships to More Than 200 Students for the 2016-17 Academic Year
More than 200 students studying to work in health care professions are receiving $2.25 million in scholarships for the 2016-17 academic year from United Health Foundation.
ChildServe and UnitedHealthcare Establish Relationship to Serve Medicaid Members in Iowa
ChildServe and UnitedHealthcare have established a new relationship, giving children enrolled in UnitedHealthcare Medicaid plans access to all ChildServe facilities and care providers.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Support People Affected by Floods in Houston
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking immediate action to help people in Houston who may be affected by the recent flooding.
UnitedHealth Group Reports First Quarter 2016 Results
UnitedHealth Group reported first quarter 2016 results, highlighted by strong execution, consistent operating performance and compelling offerings driving broad-based growth.
Integra and UnitedHealthcare to Improve Medicaid Patients' Health and Health Care in Rhode Island
Integra Community Care Network, LLC, and UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Rhode Island have launched a Medicaid accountable care entity for people enrolled in UnitedHealthcare Medicaid plan.
UnitedHealthcare of Ohio Ranks Highest in J.D. Power Member Health Plan Study
UnitedHealthcare of Ohio received the J.D. Power award for ranking highest in overall member satisfaction among commercial health plans in Ohio, according to the J.D. Power 2016 Member Satisfaction Study.
Injured Veterans to Cycle More Than 425 Miles from Houston to Fort Worth for the UnitedHealthcare Ride 2 Recovery 2016 Texas Challenge
More than 150 injured veterans and their supporters will set off from Houston Monday, April 11, for the UnitedHealthcare Ride 2 Recovery 2016 Texas Challenge, a ride that ends in Fort Worth Saturday, April 16.
Child Medical Grants Are Available from the UnitedHealthcare Children's Foundation
UHCCF is seeking grant applications from families in need of assistance to help pay for their child's health care treatments, services or equipment not covered by their commercial health insurance plan.
New Analysis: Finds 25 Million Americans Face 6x Likelihood of Poor Health from Multiple Unhealthy Behaviors
New analysis examining five unhealthy behaviors – smoking, excessive drinking, insufficient sleep, physical inactivity, obesity – finds more than 25 million American adults have multiple unhealthy behaviors (three or more).
UNLV School of Medicine Awarded $3 Million from United Health Foundation to Create New Program Integrating Medical Students Into Community Clinics
The United Health Foundation and the UNLV School of Medicine announced a partnership to create a new integrated training program for medical students.
University of Las Vegas Medical School
United Health Foundation and the University of Las Vegas School of Medicine (UNLV) have partnered to create an integrated training program for medical students.
2015 Social Responsibility Report
At UnitedHealth Group, we are dedicated to making a positive difference in health. This report highlights how our people are helping build healthier communities through contributions of money and time to nonprofit organizations, and how we are working with our partners to support initiatives that improve health quality and outcomes today, and investing in a future health workforce that meets the needs of tomorrow.
Tax Season Tip: It's Not Too Late to Contribute to a Health Savings Account and Maximize Your 2015 Tax Savings
As the tax filing deadline approaches, consumers with health savings accounts (HSAs) are reminded that they have until Monday, April 18, to make 2015 contributions up to the legal limit and increase their tax savings.
Louisiana Physicians Earn More Than $3.4 Million in Bonus Payments for Improving Health Outcomes for UnitedHealthcare Medicaid Members
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Louisiana awarded more than $3.4 million in bonus payments to 249 physician practices statewide for improving quality of care.
UnitedHealthcare Brings 675 New Jobs to Iowa, Increasing Total Number of Employees Statewide to More Than 1,000
UnitedHealthcare today opened a new office in Davenport and announced the expansion of its West Des Moines headquarters.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Support People Affected by Floods in Mississippi
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group, are taking immediate action to help people in Mississippi who may be affected by the recent flooding.
OptumRx and Walgreens Partner to Improve Consumer Convenience, Cost Savings and Outcomes
OptumRx and Walgreens are partnering to create a new pharmacy solution to meet consumers’ changing prescription drug needs and help employers, health plans and their members achieve better health outcomes and greater cost savings. OptumRx is UnitedHealth Group’s [NYSE: UNH] free-standing pharmacy care services business, managing more than one billion prescriptions annually.
Mississippi 4-H and UnitedHealthcare Help Fight Hunger With Budgeting and Nutrition Education Through "4-H Food Smart Families" Program
UnitedHealthcare and the 4-H Youth Development Program at Alcorn State University are expanding their partnership to help fight hunger and food insecurity by promoting budgeting and nutrition education.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Support People Affected by Floods in Texas
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group, are taking immediate action to help people in Texas who may be affected by the recent flooding.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Support People Affected by Floods in Louisiana
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group, are taking immediate action to help people in Louisiana who may be affected by the recent flooding.
UnitedHealthcare and Qualcomm Collaborate to Launch New Wellness Program That Links Financial Incentives with the Use of Wearable Devices
UnitedHealthcare and Qualcomm Incorporated (NASDAQ: QCOM), through its wholly owned subsidiary Qualcomm Life, Inc., today announced UnitedHealthcare Motion™, a new wellness program that provides employees with wearable devices at no additional charge and enables them to earn up to $1,460 per year by meeting certain goals for the number of daily steps.
OptumRx Earns PBMI Excellence Award for BriovaLive, Industry's First Specialty Pharmacy Video Consultation Program
OptumRx's specialty pharmacy, BriovaRx®, has received the Pharmacy Benefit Management Institute (PBMI) Excellence Award in Quality Improvement for its BriovaLive™ video consultation program.
New Spotlight: Prevention Report Reveals Hispanics Access Preventive Care Less Than Other Populations
United Health Foundation report examines prevention measures through health care access, immunizations and chronic disease prevention Identifies disparities related to race, geography, income and education.
Fortune Survey Rates UnitedHealth Group "World's Most Admired Company" in Insurance and Managed Care for 2016
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) was the top ranking company in the insurance and managed care sector for FORTUNE's 2016 "World's Most Admired Companies" list, featured in the magazine's March issue.
Optum360 Wins “2015/2016 Category Leader” for Its Computer-Assisted Coding Platform for Second Consecutive Year
Optum360 won the 2015/2016 Category Leader award for Computer-Assisted Coding (CAC) from KLAS, a leading global health care research organization. This is the second consecutive year Optum360 has taken the top honor for computer-assisted coding technology.
UnitedHealthcare Announces Winners of Third Annual TIP Challenge
UnitedHealthcare announced the winners of the third annual UnitedHealthcare Targeted Intervention Program (TIP®) Challenge.
CelebrateOne, United Health Foundation to Expand Program Focused on Reducing Infant Mortality Rates
Columbus Public Health, in support of CelebrateOne, will add 72 new community health workers to conduct outreach to women of childbearing age to help reduce infant mortality in eight Columbus communities, funded by a $1.7 million partnership grant from United Health Foundation.
UnitedHealthcare and Chicanos Por La Causa Open myCommunity Connect Center in Maryvale to Broaden Access to Social Services for Low-Income Residents
UnitedHealthcare and Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. (CPLC), have opened a community center in the Maryvale neighborhood of Phoenix that will broaden access to social services for low-income residents.
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan Expands Service Area; Now Available in 43 New York Counties
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan has expanded its service area to include five additional New York State counties where it offers the New York State sponsored health insurance programs Medicaid Managed Care.
Florida Accountable Care Services and UnitedHealthcare are Improving Patients' Care in Central Florida
Florida Accountable Care Services (FACS) and UnitedHealthcare are launching an accountable care program to improve people's health and their satisfaction with their health care experience.
UnitedHealthcare and Chicanos Por La Causa to Help Arizonans Access Quality Affordable Housing and Services that Support Health and Wellness
UnitedHealthcare and Arizona's largest nonprofit community-development organization, Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. (CPLC), are partnering to help Phoenix-area low- and moderate-income individuals and families access quality, affordable housing – an essential component of good health.
Miami Dolphins and UnitedHealthcare Sack Hunger in South Florida
Miami Dolphins players and employee volunteers from UnitedHealthcare are staffing a Feeding South Florida Mobile Food Pantry. The project is the culmination of the third annual Sack Hunger campaign, in which UnitedHealthcare donated 60,000 meals to Feeding South Florida for the 31 sacks made by the Dolphins defense during the 2015 season.
UnitedHealth Group Board Authorizes Payment of Quarterly Dividend to Shareholders
The UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) board of directors, at its meeting on February 9, 2016, authorized payment of a quarterly shareholder dividend of $0.50 per share in the first quarter of 2016.
Blue Star Families and United Health Foundation Launch Initiative to Train and Support Military Caregivers
A new initiative to train and support military caregivers is in the works, thanks to a new Blue Star Families program funded by a $750,000 grant from United Health Foundation.
Blue Star Families and United Health Foundation Launch Initiative to Train and Support Military Caregivers
Blue Star Families and UnitedHealth Foundation announced a new initiative to train and support military caregivers.
Blue Star Families: Caring for Our Military Caregivers
The Blue Star Cares: Military Caregiver Online Interactive Program is an initiative that aims to increase caregiver knowledge, skills and confidence for those who are caring for wounded warriors, by enhancing their social support networks through a continuum of care, and improving caregiver quality of life through new online training and interactive resources.
Optum and Availity Partner to Improve Health Insurance Claims Submission Process for the Benefit of Care Professionals, Consumers and Health Plans
Optum, a leading information and technology-enabled health services business, and Availity, the nation’s largest real-time health information network, will collaborate to help improve the completeness and accuracy of health insurance claims, and reduce claims-processing errors and appeals.
UnitedHealth Group Reports 2015 Results Highlighted by Continued Strong and Diversified Growth
UnitedHealth Group reported fourth quarter and full year 2015 results, once again highlighted by broad-based growth and market share expansion.
Brown & Toland and UnitedHealthcare Collaborate to Improve Patient Care in Northern California
Brown & Toland Physicians and UnitedHealthcare are collaborating to improve care coordination and enhance health services through a new accountable care relationship that will benefit more than 15,000 Californians enrolled in UnitedHealthcare’s employer-sponsored health plans.
UnitedHealthcare’s “Solutions for Caregivers” Provides Comprehensive Resources to Help People Care for Aging or Disabled Family Members
UnitedHealthcare has launched Solutions for Caregivers, a program for large employers that features in-person, telephonic and online resources designed to help caregivers save money and more effectively provide assistance to the people they support.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Support People Affected by Floods in Illinois
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking immediate action to help people in Illinois who may be affected by the recent flooding.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Support People Affected by Floods in Oklahoma
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking immediate action to help people in Oklahoma who may be affected by the recent winter storms and flooding.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Support People Affected by Tornadoes in Mississippi
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE:UNH), are taking immediate action to help people in Mississippi who may be affected by the recent storms and tornadoes.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Support People Affected by Tornadoes in North Texas
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking immediate action to help people in the North Texas area who may be affected by the recent storms and tornadoes.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Support People Affected by Flooding in Alabama
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking immediate action to help people in Alabama who may be affected by the recent storms and floods.
Saint Francis HealthCare Partners and UnitedHealthcare Collaborate to Improve Patient Care in Connecticut
America’s Health Rankings Annual Report: Americans Less Sedentary; Rising Drug Deaths, Obesity Pose Challenges
Americans are making meaningful progress on key health metrics including smoking less and leading less sedentary lifestyles, but rising rates of drug deaths, obesity, diabetes and children in poverty signal serious challenges, according to United Health Foundation’s 26th America’s Health Rankings® Annual Report: A Call to Action for Individuals & Their Communities.
Tennessee 4-H and UnitedHealthcare Expand Partnership to Help Fight Hunger by Promoting Budgeting and Nutrition Education with “4-H Food Smart Families” Program
UnitedHealthcare and the 4-H Youth Development Program at the University of Tennessee are expanding their partnership to help fight hunger and food insecurity by promoting budgeting and nutrition education in underserved communities with the “4-H Food Smart Families” program.
Study: Clinical Home Visit Program Reduces Costly Hospital and Nursing Home Admissions, Increases Physician Office Visits Among Medicare Beneficiaries
A RAND Corporation study published today in the peer-reviewed journal Health Affairs demonstrates the effectiveness of Optum’s HouseCalls program in reducing costly hospitalizations and nursing home admissions, and increasing the use of office-based physician care.
Integrated Health Network Exceeds Quality Goals in First Year of Accountable Care Collaboration with UnitedHealthcare
Integrated Health Network of Wisconsin (IHN) exceeded its clinical quality goals in the first year of a three-year accountable care relationship with UnitedHealthcare, due to enhanced care coordination for patients and better sharing of clinical and financial data.
UnitedHealthcare Vision and Dental Plans Rank Highest in Customer Satisfaction in J.D. Power Study
UnitedHealthcare Vision and Dental plans each rank highest in customer satisfaction among the nation’s vision and dental carriers, according to the J.D. Power 2015 Vision Plan And Dental Plan Satisfaction Report SM.
UnitedHealth Group Provides 2015 Earnings Update, Initial 2016 View
UnitedHealth Group reported revised expectations for 2015, reflecting a continuing deterioration in individual exchange-compliant product performance, and provided an initial outlook for 2016.
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Joins OptumLabs
OptumLabs, the collaborative health care research and innovation center co-founded by Optum and Mayo Clinic, announced that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has joined the collaborative as a research partner.
Hartford and Tolland County Families to Have Thanksgiving Dinner with Turkey and All the Trimmings This Holiday
More than 1,200 families in Hartford and Tolland counties will be able to sit down to Thanksgiving dinner thanks to the generosity of Hartford employers and residents who stopped by 185 Asylum St. this morning to drop off turkeys and other holiday food items, and donate money for additional meals.
UnitedHealthcare’s Baby Blocks® Helps Expectant Mothers in Tennessee Deliver Healthy Babies
Expectant mothers who enroll in UnitedHealthcare Community Plan’s Baby Blocks® interactive incentive program keep healthy-baby appointments and maintain healthy behaviors through their pregnancies, as well as deliver healthy babies.
OptumRx Adds AxelaCare to Enhance Pharmacy Care Services for Patients
OptumRx, the pharmacy care services business of Optum, announced it has acquired AxelaCare Health Solutions, a leading provider of home infusion solutions. The addition of AxelaCare continues OptumRx’s strategy of improving care and reducing costs by integrating information and services on behalf of those it serves.
UnitedHealthcare Offers New Critical Illness Protection Plans to Employers and Their Employees Nationwide
UnitedHealthcare has introduced new Critical Illness Protection plans that provide a cash benefit for covered health events to help fund employees’ out-of-pocket expenses after a major illness, such as deductibles and copays, as well as helping cover lost income.
New York Giants Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie’s Dreambuilders, Blessings in a Backpack, UnitedHealthcare Provide Food to New York City Children
New York Giants Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie’s Dreambuilders program, Blessings in a Backpack and UnitedHealthcare are providing healthy meals to 250 children at PS 15 in Manhattan, and PS 502 and PS 102 in Brooklyn every weekend for a year.
UnitedHealth Group Board Authorizes Payment of Quarterly Dividend to Shareholders
The UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) board of directors, at its meeting on November 5, 2015, authorized payment of a quarterly shareholder dividend of $0.50 per share in the fourth quarter of 2015.
UnitedHealth Group and Paralyzed Veterans of America Host Veterans Employment Symposium
UnitedHealth Group and Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA) co-hosted a symposium to discuss opportunities and challenges of hiring veterans into Virginia's health workforce.
Greater Hartford Arts Council Awards $10,000 in Grants to Support Arts Programs for Local Veterans
The Greater Hartford Arts Council has announced the recipients of its 2016 Arts + Wellness Grants. These grants, supported by UnitedHealthcare, were given to four local arts organizations to produce programs that use creativity to enrich lives and enhance the health and well-being of veterans and their families.
Two Groundbreaking Cancer Care Programs from UnitedHealthcare Help Improve Patients’ Access to Quality Treatment
UnitedHealthcare is advancing new approaches to cancer treatment with two groundbreaking programs that help put patients’ needs at the center of care.
UnitedHealth Group Reports Third Quarter 2015 Results
UnitedHealth Group reported third quarter 2015 results, highlighted by continuing, strong diversified growth.
New Dental Clinic Opens to Serve Alachua County Residents
Families in Alachua County have a new option for oral health services with the official opening of the Southwest Dental Clinic, located in the Linton Oaks neighborhood, by the Florida Department of Health in Alachua County.
Injured Veterans to Cycle 516 Miles from San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles for 2015 UnitedHealthcare Ride 2 Recovery California Challenge
More than 200 injured veterans and their supporters will set off on Sunday, Oct. 18, on the UnitedHealthcare Ride 2 Recovery California Challenge, a seven-day, 516-mile bicycle ride from the VA Palo Alto Health Care System – the birthplace of Ride 2 Recovery – to the VA West Los Angeles Medical Center.
UnitedHealthcare Offers Lower Doctor Visit Co-Pays to Many Medicare Advantage Members in North Carolina
In a consumer breakthrough tied to new ways of organizing health care, UnitedHealthcare will offer many of its Medicare Advantage members in North Carolina lower co-pays when they receive care from primary care providers and most specialists affiliated with Cornerstone Health Care, Eagle Physicians & Associates, Guilford Medical Associates, Novant Health and Triad HealthCare Network.
UnitedHealthcare Introduces New Medicare Advantage Plan and Cost-Savings Opportunity for Beneficiaries in Central Florida
UnitedHealthcare, a UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) company, introduced a new Medicare Advantage plan in the Treasure Coast as well as a new cost-savings opportunity with select Medicare Advantage plans in Central Florida to encourage members to access care from primary care providers affiliated with WellMed.
Optum360 Earns No. 1 Spot in 2015 Black Book Rankings for Revenue Cycle and Coding Software and Services
Optum360 has been recognized as a top provider for revenue cycle management and coding technologies and services by Black Book™ Rankings.
UnitedHealthcare Introduces 2016 Medicare Advantage Plans Highlighted by Stability, Choice
UnitedHealthcare today introduced its 2016 Medicare Advantage plans, featuring stable offerings designed to deliver coordinated care that helps members maintain and maximize their health.
UnitedHealth Group’s Real Appeal Launches an Interactive Personalized Weight Loss Program that Uses Celebrities and Technology to Motivate Participants
UnitedHealth Group’s Real Appeal is launching a personalized, interactive, online weight-loss program that uses personal coaches and a Hollywood cast to help motivate consumers to get ready for the Red Carpet.
New England Patriots, New England Revolution and UnitedHealthcare Build Playground at Children’s Services of Roxbury
More than 200 volunteers from the New England Patriots Charitable Foundation, the New England Revolution Charitable Foundation, UnitedHealthcare and Boston-area residents built a new playground at Children’s Services of Roxbury (CSR) today, which is located within YouthBuild Boston.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Support People Affected by Storms and Flooding in South Carolina
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group, are taking immediate action to help people in South Carolina who may be affected by the recent storms and flooding.
UnitedHealth Group Supports People Affected by Recent Shootings at Umpqua Community College
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group, are taking immediate action to support people affected by the recent shootings at Umpqua Community College in Roseburg, Ore. The company is opening Optum’s Help Line, providing affected residents access to specially trained mental health specialists.
New Children’s Joke Books Raise Funds to Help Families Pay for Child Medical Expenses
With the help from children nationwide, the UnitedHealthcare Children’s Foundation (UHCCF) has collected knock-knock jokes and riddles for two new joke books available today, on World Smile Day.
Alachua County
United Health Foundation and the University of Las Vegas School of Medicine (UNLV) have partnered to create an integrated training program for medical students.
UnitedHealthcare Teams up With IRONKIDS to Sponsor Fun Run and Keiki Dip-n-Dash
UnitedHealthcare is teaming up with IRONKIDS® for the second IRONKIDS® Keiki Dip-n-Dash, aimed at inspiring and motivating young people to lead active, positive and healthy lifestyles.
New Grant Program by United Health Foundation and Whole Kids Foundation to Fund Innovative Solutions to Improve Children’s Health and Nutrition
United Health Foundation and Whole Kids Foundation will provide $150,000 in the first round of grants to support innovative projects nationwide that will improve children’s health and nutrition.
Volunteers Launch Month-Long Campaign to Support Victims of Domestic Violence by Donating Food and Everyday Necessities
The beginning of a month-long public service campaign in partnership with the Chico Chamber of Commerce, local business community and Catalyst Domestic Violence Services to raise awareness during October — Domestic Violence Month.
UnitedHealthcare Introduces 2016 Medicare Advantage Plans Highlighted by Stability, Choice
UnitedHealthcare today introduced its 2016 Medicare Advantage plans, featuring stable offerings designed to deliver coordinated care that helps members maintain and maximize their health.
More Than 700 UnitedHealth Group Leaders Converge on Twin Cities for Day of Service
In a single afternoon, UnitedHealth Group, UnitedHealthcare and Optum executives fanned out across the Twin Cities yesterday for a day of service benefiting 40 Minneapolis-based nonprofit organizations.
Whole Kids Foundation
The Healthy Kids Innovation Grant program supports the next generation of innovative ideas in children's health and nutrition and engages kids in making good food choices.
UnitedHealthcare’s Baby Blocks Helps Expectant Mothers in Louisiana Deliver Healthy Babies
Expectant mothers who enroll in UnitedHealthcare Community Plan’s Baby Blocks® interactive incentive program keep healthy-baby appointments and maintain healthy behaviors through their pregnancies, as well as deliver healthy babies.
Injured Veterans to Cycle 460 Miles for the UnitedHealthcare Army/Navy Challenge
Nearly 200 injured veterans and their supporters will take part in the UnitedHealthcare Army/Navy Challenge, one of six Ride 2 Recovery cycling challenges sponsored by UnitedHealthcare this year.
UnitedHealthcare’s Baby Blocks Helps Expectant Mothers in Rhode Island Deliver Healthy Babies
Expectant mothers who enroll in UnitedHealthcare Community Plan’s Baby Blocks® interactive incentive program keep healthy-baby appointments and maintain healthy behaviors through their pregnancies, as well as deliver healthy babies.
The Alzheimer’s Association and UnitedHealthcare Present the Walk to End Alzheimer’s
The Alzheimer’s Association and UnitedHealthcare are hosting The Walk to End Alzheimer’s® in 34 cities – including San Antonio, Austin, Temple, Ft. Worth and Brownsville – to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers, UnitedHealthcare Employees Help Children Learn About Produce Gardening
Tampa Bay Buccaneers players and staff, and UnitedHealthcare employees today planted “Learning Gardens” at seven Title 1 grade schools in Tampa. Learning Gardens are produce gardens that enable students to help plant and nurture a garden, and learn about and sample new fruits and vegetables.
Regional Primary Care Network Receives $1.5 Million Grant From United Health Foundation
A $1.5 million grant from United Health Foundation will enable Regional Primary Care Network (RPCN) to expand the reach of its behavioral mental health services, including coordination of health services across all health providers.
UnitedHealthcare Children’s Foundation Awards 10,000th Medical Grant; Continues to Assist Families with Children’s Medical Expenses
The UnitedHealthcare Children’s Foundation (UHCCF) has delivered its 10,000th child medical grant. Since 2007, UHCCF has awarded 10,000 grants valued at more than $28 million to children and their families across the United States.
Health Care for the Homeless Receives $50,000 Grant from UnitedHealthcare
UnitedHealthcare presented a $50,000 grant to Health Care for the Homeless today as part of an initiative aimed at supporting community-based solutions that integrate social and health care services for low-income residents.
UnitedHealth Group Participates in a National Conversation on Improving Mental Wellness for Service Members, Veterans and Their Families
Optum, UnitedHealthcare and UnitedHealth Group officials participated in the Military Officers Association of America 2015 Warrior-Family Symposium in Washington, D.C. T
American Lung Association Receives $2 Million Grant from United Health Foundation to Help Build Healthier Communities in the Midwest
The American Lung Association of the Upper Midwest was awarded a three-year, $2 million grant by United Health Foundation to help support the “Partners for Asthma Action” project in 90 clinics across the Midwest, including the Indianapolis metro area.
UnitedHealth Group Named to Dow Jones Sustainability North America and World Indices for 17th Consecutive Year
UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) has been named to the 2015 Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index (DJSI NA) and the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI W).
Children’s Coalition for Northeast Louisiana Receives $50,000 Community Grant from UnitedHealthcare
The Children’s Coalition for Northeast Louisiana received a $50,000 Community Grant from UnitedHealthcare to help support teen parents and improve pregnancy outcomes by creating a safe and supportive space for Louisiana teens. <br>
Fourth Annual National Medicare Education Week Helps Fight Medicare Confusion
UnitedHealthcare is launching a series of new online learning tools for this year’s National Medicare Education Week (Sept. 15–21), building on its campaign to reduce Medicare confusion.
Boys & Girls Clubs of America Receives $1.75 Million Grant from United Health Foundation to Support America’s Military Kids
Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA) was awarded a $1.75 million grant from United Health Foundation to create an interactive online platform and mobile application for military kids.
Boys & Girls Clubs of America
"The children of military families are some of our nation's most resilient yet vulnerable youth, who have had to make tremendous sacrifices on behalf of our country," said Jim Clark, president and CEO, Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA).
Regional Primary Care Network
A $1.5 million partnership grant from United Health Foundation is helping New York's Regional Primary Care Network (RPCN) expand the reach of its behavioral mental health services and increase coordination of health services among health providers statewide.
American Lung Association
United Health Foundation has partnered with the American Lung Association of the Upper Midwest to help support their "Partners for Asthma Action" project in 90 clinics across the Midwest.
Volunteers Build Playground at Woodruff Family YMCA in Milford
Today more than 200 Milford-area residents and local UnitedHealthcare employees built a new playground at the Woodruff Family YMCA, a Branch of the Central Connecticut Coast YMCA.
UnitedHealthcare and Optum Act to Support People Affected by Idaho Wildfires
UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking immediate action to help people affected by ongoing wildfires in a number of counties across Idaho.
Give an Hour Receives $1.6 Million from United Health Foundation to Support Mental Health Care for Military Service Members
Give an Hour was awarded a $1.6 million grant from United Health Foundation to expand its mental health care system in Tacoma, Wash., and Houston, Texas.
Working Paper: Modernizing Rural Health Care: Coverage, quality and innovation
Rural Americans experience more chronic health conditions such as diabetes and heart disease than urban and suburban residents and have greater difficulties accessing high-quality care.