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12 Months Ended |
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Dec. 31, 2025 | |
| Document Information [Line Items] | |
| Document Type | 11-K |
| Entity Registrant Name | UnitedHealth Group Incorporated |
| Entity Central Index Key | 0000731766 |
| Current Fiscal Year End Date | --12-31 |
| Amendment Flag | false |
| Document Fiscal Year Focus | 2025 |
| Document Fiscal Period Focus | FY |
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| Document Information [Line Items] | |
| Document Period End Date | Dec. 31, 2025 |
| Entity File Number | 1-10864 |
| Entity Tax Identification Number | 41-1321939 |
| EBP, Plan Number | 001 |
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