Centene Corporation is among U.S. health insurers requesting double-digit premium increases for their Obamacare plans in 2026. An analysis by health-research firm KFF indicates a median premium increase of 15% for 2026 across 105 insurers in 19 states.
These proposed increases are primarily driven by the looming expiration of enhanced Advance Premium Tax Credits (APTCs) and potential tariffs on medical goods. Centene is seeking double-digit increases in several states to account for these anticipated dynamics and observed morbidity shifts.
This aggressive repricing strategy is a direct response to the significant financial headwinds faced in the Marketplace segment, including a projected $2.4 billion pretax drag from risk adjustment transfer revenue in 2025. The aim is to restore profitability and align pricing with anticipated 2026 market realities.
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