Humana to exit 89 additional Medicare Advantage counties in 2027, citing rate pressure

Humana announced it will exit Medicare Advantage plans in 89 more counties for 2027, a retreat from its aggressive growth strategy. The insurer cited ongoing pressure from CMS reimbursement rates and rising medical costs. This follows significant plan exits in 2026 and signals a broader industry recalibration as payers face tighter margins in the MA program. The move will displace thousands of seniors who will need to find new coverage during the next Annual Election Period. For practices, this means potential churn in patient insurance panels and a shift toward other MA carriers or original Medicare in affected markets. Monitor Humana’s final service area announcements later this year.