UnitedHealthcare

There is an old saying that goes: “A rising tide lifts all boats.” The idea of co-opetitionis one that seems to embody this insight. Co-opetition combines cooperation and competition. It’s not an uncommon arrangement in many types of...

From studying neurosurgery to serving society’s most vulnerable populations, Dr. Asher Turney has forged a career path uniquely his own. As market chief medical officer for UnitedHealthcare Medicare and Retirement in Alabama, Arkansas, Tennessee...

Modernizing the health system is a fundamental priority for UnitedHealthcare and is essential to create access to care for the communities we serve. To help promote the future of health care, 10 rising startups will be given close mentorship from...

It’s not uncommon to feel a pit in your stomach before opening a medical invoice — especially one you didn’t expect. In fact, more than half of Americans say they’ve been surprised by a bill for health care services. “These bills...

The countdown to back-to-school can become all about clothes, supplies and schedules, but it may be more important to make sure your student is emotionally ready for a return to class. A well-child visit can help find the answer. “You may think of...

The source of a healthy childhood can come from many places: Access to healthy food and safe housing, availability of primary care, and the support of a community, among other things. Unfortunately, not all opportunities may be equally accessible,...

If you’re one of the millions of caregivers in the United States, you know that caregiving can be difficult. The last few years may have brought unexpected new challenges, such as the need for social distancing and isolation during the...

If you think the health care system is too complicated and due for an overhaul, you may be pleasantly surprised by Surest™ — health plans that help simplify care with upfront pricing. “This is a common-sense approach created by listening to...

The COVID-19 pandemic has made it especially difficult for some older adults to maintain the personal relationships needed for mental and physical well-being. To help seniors stay connected, UnitedHealthcare sponsored this year’s Spring Fling at...

It can be difficult to care for yourself if basic necessities aren’t always easy to come by. For people in need, special care kits, assembled by UnitedHealthcare volunteers, will soon be on their way to help. More than 400 telecommuters in...