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UHS Options Chain — Open Interest, Implied Volatility, Max Pain & Gamma Exposure

Analyze the complete UHS options chain including strike-level open interest, real-time implied volatility (IV), max pain levels, gamma exposure, dealer positioning, and options flow trends. This dashboard provides data-driven insights for traders building directional or hedging strategies around UHS.

Latest Data: 2026-08-28 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
160
Exp: 2026-09-18
Gamma Flip
169.08
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
0.814
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
0.02
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 29.20
high volatility
Confidence 85%

Near-Term Options-Derived Market Structure

NEUTRAL OUTLOOK

Reflecting options positioning and volatility conditions over the coming sessions.

The options structure reflects a high-confidence neutral environment. Dealer positioning and volatility suppression suggest a stable range-bound setup rather than a directional move. Options Chian

On the put side, the bearish positioning looks mainly like hedging. This reflects caution and short-term protection rather than a true bearish call. Confidence: 100%

Current DPI is 0.681(bullish). Bullish, momentum neutral or unclear.

Options Terrain Outlook (3-Month)

Options positioning suggests a structurally constrained trading environment, where price movements are more likely to stall or mean-revert rather than extend. Volatility conditions are moderately choppy. Price action is strongly influenced by existing options constraints. Directional moves may struggle to sustain follow-through. Structural sensitivity is elevated around the 2026-09-18 options expiry. 90% confidence

The support levels for UHS are at 169.78, 167.52, and 159.91, while the resistance levels are at 173.54, 175.80, and 183.41. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 160.00.

Short-Term Options-Implied Price Range & Flow Structure (DTE: 21)

Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 21), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 1.22% 1-day move.


The expected range for the next 21 days is 164.77 175.59 , corresponding to +2.29% / -4.01% .

Estimated using ATM implied volatility, OTM option flow, and dealer hedging conditions to capture the market-implied price range.


Bullish flow suggests upside interest toward 177.77 (3.56% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 160.30 (6.62% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.68 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 170.00, Call: 5.55, Put: 4.05, Straddle Cost: 9.60.


Price moves are likely to stay range-bound. The short-term gamma flip is near 169.80 , with intermediate positioning around 169.08 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 169.08.