Major insurers reduce Medicare Advantage plans amid rising premiums and access concerns in 2026

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Nearly all Medicare Advantage plans in Vermont will be discontinued in 2026, leaving thousands of seniors with limited options and potential financial challenges, as major providers like UnitedHealthcare and Vermont Blue Advantage withdraw from the market due to profitability issues and regulatory challenges.
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- UnitedHealth to exit Medicare Advantage plans in 109 US counties Reuters
- UnitedHealthcare, Humana, Aetna scale back Medicare Advantage plans for 2026 Healthcare Dive
- Medicare health insurance plans released: Premiums rise, questions of doctor access remain 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS
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