I'm kind of hoping my name is on the next list. Things have gotten so bad here that a severance seems like the light at the end of a very dark tunnel. I just want out.
optum layoffs
RIFs started today, 1/23, as predicted by previous commenters and confirmed by my manager: 60% of our team got the axe
Anything new about RTO?
I haven't heard anything beyond recent rumors, but that means nothing in the grand scheme of things.
Town hall
Does anyone have a town hall meeting in their schedule for first week of November
Why are there so many indian jobs?
Former marketer at Elevance Health, now aiming to transition into UnitedHealth Group. Eight-plus years in healthcare marketing, with parallel consulting work for Medicare organizations. A pattern keeps surfacing: a meaningful share of U.S... — read more
Job rec 2333224, VP Globalization-Optum Insight Revenue Cycle Ops
Heads up...Just saw this job rec and it actually says in job description "Lead the globalization of our healthcare revenue cycle (RCM) business. The person in this role will be essential in hitting our goal of globalizing 1900 employees within 2026... — read more
merit pool
Merit pool is horrible this year. A lot of 3's are getting close to nothing and then they expect to score high EXI. Feel bad for gl 26 and below because they were supposed to get consistent raises but now they lose out on RRP and only get 1%.
Predictions for next week’s stock earnings report?
I’m debating whether to sell my UNH stock now or wait until after the earnings report. If it’s going to tank next week, I’d rather sell it now and be done with it.
If my team just hired someone this month, is that a good sign that we're safe from layoffs?
Like surely the company wouldn't allow us to hire someone, and then immediately tell us we need to lay people off... right?
How do layoffs affect the stock price?
I keep hearing that the reason this company does layoffs is to help the stock price. But since they never do a formal press release announcing the layoffs, how can layoffs possibly affect the stock? I thought the whole point of laying people off a... — read more
W2 for former employees
Does anyone know if the company mails out W2s prior to January31st?
Trumps health care bill
Trumps Healthcare Bill Trump announced today a plan to reduce healthcare costs (great!). He seemed to take aim at taking money out of the hands of insurance companies. Do you think this will mean more layoff at UHG/Optum?
what is something out of the norm for your department that you’ve noticed that they never did before?
what is something out of the norm that they’ve never done before that you’re noticing that’s happeningy? Is this something out of the norm for you and this time of the year?
27 paychecks
How is UHG handling the 27 paychecks in 2026 for salaried employees?
any info on RRP?
https://www.thelayoff.com/post/@OP+1keshf0x2 Any info on Uhc side?
RTO Expansion
I was snooping around Viva Engage and came across a community called “Facilities and Real Estate Services”. From a post on 12/17/2025 there is a Workplace Mobility Overview deck. On that page 5 of the deck, there are additional sites for the RTO... — read more
UHC downsize notice?
https://www.thelayoff.com/post/@OP+1ke9wcgvt Anyone have info for the uhc side? Optum listed the dates
What’s really going on?
https://njbiz.com/optum-layoffs-nj-medical-clinic-closures/
What severance is given after layoffs?
Is it a flat amount, or does it depend on years of service and grade level?
1199Seiu
Thoughts on the 1199SEIU union? Can it save jobs from being outsourced or is it too late?
Info on reorgs?
I know it can be a stressful time with all the changes happening with Medicare and Medicaid at the end of the month. I've been hearing some concerns about potential reorganizations, and I understand how unsettling that can be. If anyone has any... — read more
Would I be safer from layoffs as a telecommuter or as an office employee?
I'm technically assigned to an office but never go in. About half of my team is assigned to an office and the other half are officially remote, but we all work from home every day. I'm thinking of asking my manager to switch me to a telecommuter in... — read more
UnitedHealth Layoffs 2026
Have you heard anything about potential UnitedHealth layoffs? Any chatter, news or rumors?
New Steve e-mail? What are your thoughts on?
what were your thoughts on the email that Steve sent today?What inspiring ideas did the email from Steve spark in you today?
How many employees does UHG have in the United States?
I know Hemsley sent an email a few months ago that said we have something like 370,000 employees. But approximately how many of those are in the US? And what do you think the split is between employees of UHC and Optum?
Indiana Pathways layoff non RN/MSW?
Anyone know if they will layoff non RN MSW coordinators? They hired many bachelors level social workers and other specialities under old guidelines… merged the care coordinator and service coordinator role and said those non RN MSW were... — read more
Member and provider medicare medicaid
I’d really like to hear your thoughts about our situation in this department. It’s important to me that we’re honest with each other. Do you think it would be better for us to move on as soon as we secure another job, or should we hold out for... — read more
What happened to all the experienced staff?
Has anyone else noticed there are hardly any senior people left on the teams? Now most people have ten years of experience at most. I think the last round of layoffs and restructuring pushed a lot of the veteran employees out. Without them, there's... — read more
Voldemort and Grindelwald world
It feels like the Voldemort (Mr H) and Grindelwald (Mr. Witty still in the background?) are either very disconnected or have evil agenda to drive this company to the ground. How can any leader (even the unqualified ones) can do so much damage to the... — read more
RTO MN and DC
I am officially designated as a hybrid employee in MN. My manager and entire team are fully remote. I have not been going to the office since the RTO policy took effect. Are there others in a similar situation, and if so, how has this been addressed... — read more
Something feels off across the company lately
After the merit inconsistencies last year, some groups losing bonuses, and now the 401k match being reduced, it feels like employees keep taking the hits. And during the town halls, the leadership messaging doesn’t seem to land anymore. There’s a big... — read more
RTO for other offices coming
I got softly notified that more RTO is coming for big offices like Cypress, CA. Similar context to MN and DC RTO and it will be in effect Feb or Mar 2026.
T shirt really? How dare you!
Merry Christmas, everyone! Even Clark received a Jelly of the Month Club subscription! And let me tell you, giving us a T-shirt feels like a consolation prize after you decided to downsize the 401(k). We deserve better!
Was it always this bad?
Maybe I’m naive, but I joined UHC in the BT era and my first town hall was one where he announced everyone was getting $50 to the UHC store to buy some swag. Then it was the new floating holiday. Just felt like the all employee meetings had energy... — read more
12/10 Town Hall Mega Thread
Use this post to discuss today’s town hall
Left after 10 years
After 10 years with UHC I finally called it quits over a month ago. It's been the most relieving feeling I have ever felt, seriously no lie! The constant changes, being chastised by a big headed manager who did not take accountability for her own... — read more
The Enshitification Will Continue
They aren't going to let up. Let the decreasing 401k match be a clue as to how RRP and Merit funding will be this year. By decreasing the 401k match by 1%, they on average TOOK $1,000 dollars from a UHG employee making contributions. Compound... — read more
401(k) Employer Match Decreasing?!
Saw the email come through. So our employer match is decreasing. This is ridiculous.
Leave and free yourself
No dedicated employee deserves to have their job threatened on a consistent basis for a year or longer. Leave them, they have no loyalty to you. There are better jobs. I went back to an old employer and I'm so happy again. I was miserable worrying... — read more