William Blair Analyst: DaVita Set to Gain from Medicare Advantage Reimbursement Increase

William Blair analyst Ben Andrew released comments Tuesday morning expressing confidence in DaVita Healthcare DVA, following the victory by health insurers to get the reimbursement for Medicare Advantage increased by 3.3 percent on Monday. The decision against a reduction in Medicare reimbursements was cited as a reduction in near-term headwinds, while also improving the company's position in the long-term. DaVita was highlighted as one of the "best positioned" companies to benefit from this ruling, and is maintained at an Outperform rating. Shares of DaVita Healthcare traded up 5.51 percent to $126.52.