Flat Medicare Advantage Rates Put Clover Health's Margins Under Scrutiny

Clover Health Investments' Medicare Advantage plans are directly affected by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services' proposed flat payment rates for 2027. This update comes as the sector faces pressures highlighted in UnitedHealth Group's earnings report. Clover's ability to manage costs and maintain plan quality under flat funding is a key concern for investors. The proposal frames expectations for reimbursement and could shape sentiment toward the company.