UnitedHealth Group deployed aggressive tactics to collect payment-boosting diagnoses for its Medicare Advantage members, a Senate committee investigating the company’s practices said

Dow Jones – HealthMonday, January 12, 2026 at 3:31:00 PM
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UnitedHealth Group deployed aggressive tactics to collect payment-boosting diagnoses for its Medicare Advantage members, a Senate committee investigating the company’s practices said
  • A Senate committee, led by Sen. Chuck Grassley, is investigating UnitedHealth Group for allegedly using aggressive tactics to collect payment-boosting diagnoses for its Medicare Advantage members, following reports from the Wall Street Journal. This inquiry highlights concerns over the company's practices in the Medicare Advantage program.
  • The investigation could have significant implications for UnitedHealth Group, potentially affecting its reputation and operations in the Medicare sector, as scrutiny over healthcare practices intensifies amid ongoing discussions about healthcare costs and transparency.
— via World Pulse Now AI Editorial System

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