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Medicare Advantage Growth Slows Dramatically in 2026

Growth in Medicare Advantage is slowing sharply to just 3.2 percent, with niche Special Needs Plans now driving 83 percent of new enrollments. (Source: MarketWatch)

Key Takeaways

  • Growth dropped to 3.2 percent from 7 to 10 percent annually
  • Special Needs Plans drive 83 percent of new enrollment
  • Traditional Medicare Advantage reaching saturation

Source: MarketWatch