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UnitedHealthcare Prior Authorization Reduction

UNITEDHEALTH GROUP INC · 2026-09-04 · Importance 54 · Surprise 74

UnitedHealth will eliminate prior authorization requirements for approximately 1,700 service codes effective October 1, 2026. The change covers home healthcare, durable medical equipment, and cardiology services for UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage and Dual Special Needs Plans. It builds on the company’s commitment to reduce prior-authorization volume by 30% by the end of 2026 and is intended to reduce administrative paperwork for patients and providers.

Key facts

• UnitedHealth Group stock has risen 39% in the past six months in 2026. source
• UnitedHealth Group stock has surged 38.6% in the last six months according to TIKR.com. source
• UnitedHealth Group stock has gained 21% year-to-date in 2026. source
• UnitedHealth Group's stock rose above $400 in 2026. source