Commitment to Seniors has released a report highlighting concerns over AARP’s long-standing licensing partnership with UnitedHealth, which includes a $9 billion royalty arrangement. The report suggests that this financial relationship may create incentives that could make health coverage less affordable for seniors and raises issues regarding transparency.
The memo claims that AARP’s revenue model conflicts with its public advocacy on affordability. Commitment to Seniors states that the partnership with UnitedHealth generates substantial royalty income, which increases with product volume. Meanwhile, AARP lobbies on coverage and subsidy policies affecting these products. KFF Health News has also reported on AARP’s marketing partnerships related to Medicare products, raising questions about transparency in fee structures.