Coding intensity is the degree to which a person’s health care conditions are documented through diagnosis codes. Differences in coding patterns across groups of beneficiaries, such as MA enrollees and traditional Medicare beneficiaries, or those in MA plans sponsored by different insurers, are described as differences in coding intensity.

Estimated federal spending on the Medicare Advantage quality bonus program will total at least $13.4 billion in 2026, somewhat more than 2025 ($12.7 billion). Spending on the quality bonus program has increased sharply since the program started, more than quadrupling from $3.0 billion in 2015 to $13.4 billion in 2026.

Annuity sales were down slightly from $115.5 billion in the second quarter of 2025 but increased from $99.4 billion in the first quarter of 2026.

The partners plan to continue building out the suite of offerings over the next several years, per an announcement, and executives said these products could include a new pharmacy experience, over-the-counter benefits, vision, hearing and more.

Insurance agency eHealth conducted a survey of 1,000 Americans and found that 89% of beneficiaries feel "confident" that they understand their Medicare benefits and coverage options. However, just 13% could identify each of the main facets of Medicare, such as the traditional program, Medicare Advantage, Part D and Medicare supplement plans.

Kaiser Permanente in California and UnitedHealthcare in Florida ranked first and second, respectively, on overall satisfaction with Medicare Advantage members, with Humana following close behind, according to a JD Powers ranking of MA plans.

Mosaic is known for providing outstanding service in the senior market with a focus on Medicare and life insurance solutions. Inspired by a personal journey of service, Dorigan is deeply committed to creating opportunities for others to thrive.

Looking at the rate increases submitted from January through August 2026 — covering roughly 780 individual company-state-plan adjustments, more than 100 carriers, nearly every state and jurisdiction — a fairly consistent pattern has continued.

Major health insurers saw positive signs in the second quarter, but the pressures they've faced over the past year haven't evaporated, according to a new report from analysts at Moody's.

Refreshed data shows that the individual Supplemental Health insurance market boasted 12.9 million policyholders and earned $7.46 billion in premium during 2025, a 2.5% increase from 2024.

Stella Health’s purpose came into focus from the realization that many Medicare beneficiaries were not receiving the quality care and attention they deserve. Stella Health specializes in Medicare products and works with underserved populations in the Los Angeles area and beyond.

CSG Actuarial has compiled key enrollment information on Medicare Advantage and Medicare Supplement from eHealth Inc.’s 2nd Quarter 2026 Financial results.  Here are the highlights.

Costco Wholesale Corporation and nonprofit insurer SCAN Group announced a partnership on Tuesday to sell Costco-branded Medicare plans, marking the retailer's first entry into the Medicare market.

CNO Financial Group reported 2nd quarter 2026 Medicare Supplement sales of $18.5 million, 52% higher than sales in 2nd quarter 2025. 

Visionary was built on the belief that anyone can succeed in the insurance industry, regardless of background, if they are coachable and committed to growth.

Total U.S. individual life insurance new annualized with excess premium rose 3% year over year to $4.7 billion in the second quarter of 2026, according to preliminary results from LIMRA’s U.S. Life Insurance Sales Survey.

In May, Telos shared an early look at growth in the Hospital Indemnity market, now they offer a deeper look into the senior Hospital Indemnity market and how that has changed over time.

The CSG Actuarial Premium Rate Scorecard™ provides an overall premium rate competitiveness ranking by company across all states, plans, ages, genders, households, and zip codes.

Manny Meraz’s leadership style is defined by his own experiences overcoming adversity in his youth. Shaped in many ways by support from his community, he ultimately built the Meraz Health Insurance Agency to help others navigate their health coverage options with confidence.

For 2nd quarter 2026, CVS Health reported Medicare Supplement member in-force counts of 1,176,000, a decrease of 16,000 in the past quarter and 60,000 over the past 12 months.  The 60,000 decrease in membership in the past 12 months is a 4.9% decrease relative to the membership on June 30, 2025.