Full-Time
Posted on 1/31/2026
Medicare Advantage health insurer for seniors
$80k - $125k/yr
Nashville, TN, USA
In Person
Humana focuses on health and well-being by offering Medicare Advantage plans (HMO, PPO, and PFFS) mainly for seniors, military personnel, and communities. Its products are health insurance plans funded through a mix of government contracts and member premiums, enrolling members to provide comprehensive coverage with flexible benefits and a broad provider network. Members receive care through a network of providers, with additional services such as free language interpretation to improve accessibility. Humana differentiates itself through its emphasis on inclusivity, accessibility, and tailored benefits, aiming to deliver reliable service and high renewal rates. The goal is to improve health outcomes and overall well-being for members by delivering coverage that meets diverse needs and making care accessible to all.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Louisville, Kentucky
Founded
1961
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Health Insurance
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Unlimited Paid Time Off
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401(k) Retirement Plan
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Wellness Program
Humana has appointed Robert S. Field to its Board of Directors, adding healthcare investment and regulatory expertise to its governance structure. The appointment follows direct shareholder input and comes as the health insurer faces valuation scrutiny. Field's background in healthcare investments and legal matters positions him to contribute to discussions on payment models, technology adoption and risk oversight. The addition may influence Humana's priorities across growth initiatives and regulatory engagement. Humana's shares currently trade at $192.15, reflecting a 16.2% gain over the past month but a 33.8% decline over the past year. The stock trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 19.4, below the healthcare industry average of 22.0. Analysts have set a target price of $212.08, approximately 9% above current levels.
Humana has launched a partnership with b.well Connected Health to enable members to securely access and share their health data across providers, pharmacies and health plans. The collaboration supports Humana's commitment to the CMS Health Technology Ecosystem. Through b.well's national health data network, Humana members can connect data from 2.4 million providers and 350 health plans in one place. The platform uses a 13-step data refinery process to normalise and enrich fragmented data into complete longitudinal health records. The partnership allows Humana to access member data in real-time during claims processing and respond to data requests from providers, supporting care coordination and quality improvement. The initiative aims to reduce administrative burden whilst giving individuals greater control over their health information.
Clover Health posted the strongest Q4 results among health insurance providers, reporting revenues of $487.7 million, up 44.7% year on year and beating analyst expectations by 4.4%. The company delivered a solid quarter with revenue outperformance and EPS in line with estimates. The 12 health insurance providers stocks tracked reported a slower Q4 overall. As a group, revenues beat consensus estimates by 0.8%, whilst next quarter's revenue guidance was in line. Share prices have struggled, down 8.4% on average since latest results. Humana reported revenues of $32.64 billion, up 11.8% year on year, exceeding expectations by 1.8%. However, the company missed full-year EPS guidance estimates significantly. The stock has fallen 3.9% since reporting. The health insurance sector faces regulatory scrutiny and rising medical costs alongside opportunities from an ageing population and data analytics advancements.
UnitedHealth and Humana, two major US managed care providers, face evolving healthcare landscapes shaped by rising medical costs and changing government programmes. Both have significant Medicare Advantage exposure but differ in business models. UnitedHealth, valued at $248.2 billion, operates a diversified structure combining UnitedHealthcare insurance with Optum health services. Fourth-quarter 2025 revenues rose 12.3% year-over-year, with UnitedHealthcare up 17.5% and Optum up 8%. The company is advancing AI-driven initiatives in claims processing and care coordination. Medicare Advantage membership increased 7.6% year-over-year. Humana maintains a more concentrated focus on government-sponsored plans and value-based care. The article compares their scale, vertical integration and revenue mix to assess which stock offers greater upside potential.
CenterWell, the healthcare services division of Humana, has completed its acquisition of MaxHealth from Arsenal Capital Partners and the company's founder-shareholders. Financial terms were not disclosed. MaxHealth operates a network of 82 owned and affiliated clinics across West and South Florida, serving over 120,000 patients, including more than 80,000 in value-based care programmes. Founded in 2015, the company employs over 530 staff, including 100-plus primary care providers and 30-plus specialists. The acquisition expands CenterWell Senior Primary Care, the nation's largest senior-focused, value-based primary care provider, into new key Florida markets. MaxHealth was formed through the combination of three physician-founded organisations under Arsenal's ownership. Guggenheim Securities and Morgan Stanley advised MaxHealth, whilst JP Morgan Securities advised Humana and CenterWell.