Revenue Cycle and Payer News – May 27, 2026

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Teams with Motivo Health to Advance Behavioral Health Workforce Development in Rural Indiana Communities
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Indiana and Motivo Health announced that they will team up to grow the state’s behavioral health workforce – in support of people across rural Indiana. Through the initiative, Anthem will provide financial support for clinical supervision services, making it easier for organizations to grow their clinical teams and get more pre-licensed therapists across the finish line to full licensure.

CVS Health collaborates with America250 to support the nation’s 250th anniversary celebration
CVS Health announced its collaboration with America250, the national nonpartisan organization leading the commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

UnitedHealthcare Cuts Prior Authorization Requirements by 30%
UnitedHealthcare is eliminating authorization requirements for 30% of healthcare services that previously required insurer approval. This initiative builds on a series of recent, industry-leading commitments the company has made to make healthcare simpler and more affordable, while raising the bar for transparency and accountability across the marketplace.

Humana Invests More Than $1 Million to Advance Health Outcomes Across Louisiana
Humana’s Medicaid managed care plan, Healthy Horizons in Louisiana, has committed more than $1 million in strategic investments to expand access to care, address chronic disease, and strengthen behavioral and maternal health supports across Louisiana. By partnering with trusted organizations that understand the needs of their communities, Humana is furthering its commitment to support the priorities set by the Louisiana Department of Health.

Amerigroup Georgia Launches Statewide Rural Health Initiative to Improve Access and Outcomes
Amerigroup Community Care of Georgia announced a comprehensive statewide rural health initiative to expand access to care, strengthen support for providers and improve health outcomes for Medicaid members across Georgia’s most underserved communities.

IBX helps older adults navigate life with chronic health conditions
Independence Blue Cross (IBX) offers Medicare Advantage plans that are designed with the whole person in mind. The plans go beyond basic coverage, supporting members with medication changes, care transitions, and the emotional and practical challenges that often come with long‑term chronic conditions.

UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of D.C. Earns NCQA LTSS Distinction
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of D.C. has earned the Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS) Distinction by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA). NCQA is a private, non-profit organization dedicated to improving health care quality.

Cigna Healthcare Once Again Recognized for Industry Leading Digital Experience by JD Power
Cigna Healthcare®, the health benefits division of The Cigna Group, ranked No. 1 for digital experience satisfaction among commercial health plan customers in the JD Power 2026 U.S. Healthcare Digital Experience Study, earning the top ranking for the second consecutive year. The recognition underscores Cigna Healthcare’s continued investment in a simple, reliable, and personalized digital experience that helps customers more confidently manage their health care.

Aetna reduces claims processing time by more than 20% with AI to improve care experience
Aetna®, a CVS Health® company, announced the launch of the second generation Aetna Claims Assist Manager (CAM), an AI-powered agentic claims advisor platform designed to streamline claims processing and improve payment accuracy.

Unchecked Provider Pricing Practices are Making Health Care Unaffordable by AHIP – The cost of health care continues to rise far faster than wages and inflation, driving Americans’ premiums and out-of-pocket costs higher.

What They Are Saying: Broad Range of Experts Agree on a Root Cause of Healthcare Cost Crisis – Experts across the political spectrum agree: high and rising hospital prices are a key factor driving the healthcare affordability crisis.

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AHIP 2026 is the premier forum for health plan leaders navigating the most high-impact strategic, regulatory, and operational decisions facing the industry today. Unlike broad innovation conferences or invitation-only retreats, AHIP 2026 is purpose-built for health plans—bringing together senior executives and the leaders responsible for strategy and execution to align on what’s next and advance solutions that improve affordability, access and patient experience nationwide.