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There are folks that were notified today in Optum Insight. Our team was informed with a list of of ID's to turn off Sharepoint access for.

Has it started?

I don’t know why people are so certain it’s happening. Come back here at the end of the day for an “I told you so” from me. Seriously, some of you are working yourselves into a frenzy over something that’s not even a sure thing. You’re wrecking your... — read more 

Can't even think about sleeping ahead of tomorrow.

I decided to wait and see if I get laid off first. To be honest, if they asked for volunteers it would have been better. I'd be one of them for sure and somebody could keep their job. But it is what it is. Here's to hoping that those who want to... — read more 

Is it possible it could be next week? The meeting invite to inform you are being laid off is usually sent around this time.

Weird meetings back to back all in one week. Off site workshop trainings. To many meetings behind closed doors. When does this end. Stressed everyday not knowing whats coming. Not sure if I have a job everyday. Also merging with another clinic. We... — read more 

What is going on, lots of secrecy all week, does anyone know?

I’ve got my fingers crossed, especially for those who really need the job right now, which is the vast majority of us. I’m not looking forward to going back out there and searching for something else. It’s slim pickings.

Anyone know why there’s a red banner on sparq saying there’s a high call volume for employee center? Is it to do with myHR it seems like there are issues with that nonstop… just curious as to what’s going on….

If you're hoping to get laid off and it happens I'm happy for you. Collect that severance and enjoy a little summer time. For the larger, majority who are impacted and don't want to be laid off, I wish the very best of luck, you'll come out of this... — read more 

https://seekingalpha.com/news/4467405-unitedhealth-q4-earnings-beat-driven-stealth-sales "The transactions, which involved companies such as private equity firms Warburg Pincus and KKR (KKR), included deals that required the managed care giant to... — read more 

what a tangled web we weave, all "to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone" 😉😉😉 https://www.sunlightreportinsurance.com/

CALPERS is leaving for CVS/Caremark. Wiped about 1% of all ORx members with the snap of a finger. They were the biggest non-UHG client/formulary after Walmart - we'll see who's next.

Who's calling in sick tomorrow? Why show up to learn your fate? Let them tell you the 18th and extend your benefits through August.

We've recently been told by senior capability leadership we will under go extensive Epic training and certifications to replace the current onshore Epic MPP staff. This appears to inline with other IT offshore initiatives. Apparently, we are the... — read more 

what's ur 2c on this? i am in IT and u know what my problem is, just curious what others have in mind.

Does anyone know how this RTO mandate will be enforced for hybrid employees in the Twin Cities/DC? Some team members have pre-arranged trips this summer where they were planning to work remotely and now are afraid they have to cancel their trips... — read more 

https://techcrunch.com/2025/07/14/episource-is-notifying-millions-of-people-that-their-health-data-was-stolen/ Anyone hear anything about this? Optum owns Episource, the breach occurred in February 2025 according to the article and according to the... — read more 

I have a habit of checking the new Optum job postings on a daily basis. It's noon right now and there are usually 40-60 new ones by this time. Today? ZERO. It feels eerie. I wouldn't think much of it but with the context of 7/17 around the corner, it... — read more 

As someone who was recently laid off, any feedback from those with insight on who makes the decision within a team on show specifically to get laid off? I had a good working relationship with my direct manager and I know he didn't want to let me go... — read more 

And not just in terms of money, though the added commute and office-related expenses are significant. The real cost is time. I lose hours every single day just getting to and from the office. And once I’m there, I lose time too. I’m noticeably less... — read more 

How many do you work or not work on average? Does going from hourly to salary change a lot ? Are you required to hit 40 hours on the dot or is there a policy?

I don't want to be laid off, but I'll be okay with it and severance. But a friend worked for a company that let go of a whole bunch of people and made it so as if they had a choice of accepting new roles (for much lower pay, which means it wasn't... — read more 

There are a lot of threads here and so many comments about reasons why and options. I've been with Optum for 20 years and sadly lived through and had to RIF folks. They are all horrible life altering events for most. Here are some facts based on... — read more 

We got some treats for coming in but I'm done with the office. I'm going to work from home. The penalty is that you'll get a lower bonus or raise but what's that really going to amount to? Our earnings su-k, and we're underperformed. I'm sorry but... — read more 

That way, people who need the job would have better chances, while the rest of us can happily break up with this sh---y place once and for all. But I guess that would mean no drama or stress - something leadership so clearly enjoys. Gone would be the... — read more 

Watch once again as they let go of the best people while the ones running things into the ground keep their jobs. There’s no real direction here, just a bunch of empty talk and panic moves. Feels like nobody upstairs has a clue. This used to be a... — read more 

That’s the date many have been throwing around.

I do not understand why they do not have a volunteer list that people can sign up for being severanced. The are a lot of staff who are in a position to leave and it would make it so some that want to stay can. Am I oversimplifying it?

Anyone else’s regular team meetings get canceled the week that layoffs happen in the company??

Different dates are being mentioned for next week, people are getting invites, but nobody knows yet what they’re about. Don’t get me wrong, I’m resigned to my faith, but it would be nice to have heads up if it’s layoffs. — read more 

Meeting invites were sent out yesterday to all PCRs. There were 3 different meeting invites and I’m not sure if they all fall on 7/17. There’s nothing that can be done by worrying, but my gut instincts tell me this isn’t a good sign. — read more 

Is there ever going to be a point where we're actually done? Where we're finally structured the right way? On a related note, when do the people behind all these failed restructures start facing consequences for constantly getting it wrong? Is that... — read more 

I'm a little concerned about the critical thinking skills of the rank and file around here. Leaders, sure, but that's more a sociopathic lack of empathy, but people on here? Yes, any formal layoff in July was in the works before BBB. That said... — read more 

IYKYK

We have all heard that phrase - they will replace you tomorrow deal. So should I give two weeks notice? Or just go ahead and finish the pay period and then on the last day put in the resignation via the HR thing and send an email to my manager? (i... — read more 

The expectations keep going up while support keeps dropping. People are stretched thin and it's starting to show in every possible way. You can’t keep pushing without something breaking.