UHC Releases Accelerated Medicare Advantage Payments To Support Rural Hospitals
January 17, 2026
January 17, 2026
JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, Jan. 17 -- The Missouri Hospital Association posted the following news:
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UHC Releases Accelerated Medicare Advantage Payments To Support Rural Hospitals
UnitedHealthcare announced its Rural Payment Acceleration Pilot program intended to support independent rural hospitals who face financial challenges. The pilot program, which includes Missouri, will accelerate Medicare Advantage payment timelines by 50% from less than 30 days . . .
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UHC Releases Accelerated Medicare Advantage Payments To Support Rural Hospitals
UnitedHealthcare announced its Rural Payment Acceleration Pilot program intended to support independent rural hospitals who face financial challenges. The pilot program, which includes Missouri, will accelerate Medicare Advantage payment timelines by 50% from less than 30 days . . .
