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Elevance Health, Inc. (symbol: ELV) is a prominent American health insurance provider, formerly known as Anthem, Inc. until June 2022. As one of the leading health insurers in the United States, Elevance Health delivers medical benefits to approximately 47 million members as of December 2023. The company’s core business revolves around offering a wide range of coverage plans, including employer, individual, and government-sponsored options.
One distinctive feature of Elevance Health is its status as the largest single provider of Blue Cross Blue Shield branded coverage. As the licensee for the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association in 14 states, the company serves a significant portion of the U.S. population. Elevance Health has successfully expanded its offerings through strategic acquisitions, such as the purchase of Amerigroup in 2012 and MMM in 2021. These acquisitions enable the company to broaden its reach and better serve populations enrolled in government-sponsored programs like Medicaid and Medicare Advantage plans.
Elevance Health is committed to improving healthcare accessibility and affordability. The company consistently works on enhancing its services and products to meet the evolving needs of its members. Financially, Elevance Health has maintained a strong position, reflecting robust performance and growth potential.
Recent achievements include the expansion of digital health initiatives and partnerships with healthcare providers to offer more integrated and comprehensive care solutions. With its extensive network and innovative approach, Elevance Health continues to make significant strides in the healthcare industry.
Stay updated with the latest news and developments related to Elevance Health to understand its impact and future direction in the health insurance market.
Elevance Health (NYSE: ELV) reported Q4 2024 operating revenue of $45.0 billion, up 6% year-over-year, and full-year 2024 revenue of $175.2 billion, a 3% increase. The company's Q4 2024 adjusted diluted EPS was $3.84, while full-year adjusted EPS reached $33.04.
The benefit expense ratio increased to 92.4% in Q4, up 320 basis points from the previous year, primarily due to higher Medicaid medical cost trends. The company's operating cash flow was $5.8 billion in 2024. During Q4, Elevance repurchased 4.5 million shares for $1.8 billion and increased its quarterly dividend by 5% to $1.71 per share.
Medical membership decreased by 1.1 million to 45.7 million members, mainly due to Medicaid business attrition. Looking ahead, Elevance projects FY 2025 adjusted EPS to be between $34.15 and $34.85.
Mark Farrah Associates (MFA) analyzed Elevance Health's acquisition of Indiana University Health Plans, completed on December 31, 2024. The analysis reveals that Elevance Health, through its Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield subsidiary, is the second-largest health insurer in the US with nearly 3.2 million members in Indiana, four times larger than UnitedHealth Group.
In Indiana's Medicare Advantage (MA) market, Elevance ranks third with 134,006 members. The acquisition of IU Health Plans (ranked fifth) strengthens Elevance's position and puts pressure on second-place Humana. MFA's analysis shows Elevance leads MA market share in Indiana's perimeter counties, while IU Health Plans' presence is concentrated in central regions where UnitedHealth dominates.
Elevance Health (NYSE: ELV) has scheduled its fourth quarter and full year 2024 financial results announcement for January 23, 2025, at 6:00 a.m. EST. The company will host a conference call at 8:30 a.m. EST the same day to discuss the results and future outlook.
Participants can join the call using domestic (888-947-9963) or international (312-470-0178) numbers with access code 3972058. A replay will be available from 11:30 a.m. EST on January 23 until February 21, 2025. The event will also be accessible via live webcast on the company's website under the 'Investors' section.
AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating (FSR) of A (Excellent) and various credit ratings for Elevance Health Inc. (NYSE: ELV) and its subsidiaries. The outlook for all ratings remains stable. The affirmations reflect Anthem Health's very strong balance sheet, strong operating performance, and favorable business profile.
Key highlights include a 5-year compound annual capital growth rate of 8%, outpacing premium growth of 6.8%. The company maintains a conservative investment portfolio and sound liquidity with access to $4 billion in credit facilities. Financial leverage increased to 42% due to recent debt issuance but is expected to return to the 40% range by 2025.
Despite challenges in Medicaid membership due to state redeterminations, Elevance maintains strong profitability ratios and operates BCBS plans in 14 states with significant market presence.
Elevance Health (NYSE: ELV) has announced its senior management will present at the UBS Global Healthcare Conference in Rancho Palos Verdes, California. The presentation is scheduled for November 12 at 7:15 a.m. PST (10:15 a.m. EST). A live webcast will be available on the company's website, with a replay accessible for 90 days following the presentation. Interested parties are advised to visit www.elevancehealth.com at least 15 minutes before the presentation to install necessary audio software.
Elevance Health (NYSE: ELV) has appointed Nathan Rich as Vice President of Investor Relations, effective November 11, 2024. Rich will lead the company's investor relations efforts and join the executive leadership team, reporting to CFO Mark Kaye. He succeeds Stephen Tanal, who transitions to CFO of Elevance Health's Government Health Benefits business. Rich brings nearly two decades of experience, previously serving as VP in Global Investment Research at Goldman Sachs and as a sell-side research analyst at Citi.
Adam Herbst has joined Sheppard Mullin as a healthcare partner in New York, becoming the ninth healthcare partner to join in 2024. Previously serving as New York State Department of Health's Deputy Commissioner for Aging and Long Term Care, Herbst brings expertise in healthcare policy, Medicaid reform, and corporate governance. His experience includes overseeing regulation for New York's acute care, post-acute care, disability, and long-term care industries. The firm highlights its active long-term care practice, citing recent major transactions including a strategic partnership with Elevance Health and various joint ventures in the healthcare sector.
Elevance Health (NYSE: ELV) reported third quarter 2024 results with operating revenue of $44.7 billion, a $2.2 billion increase from the prior year. The company's adjusted operating gain was $2.4 billion, with diluted EPS of $4.36 and adjusted diluted EPS of $8.37. Elevance Health revised its 2024 outlook, now expecting GAAP net income per diluted share to be approximately $26.50 and adjusted net income per diluted share to be approximately $33.00.
The benefit expense ratio increased to 89.5%, up 270 basis points, primarily due to a timing mismatch between Medicaid rates and higher member acuity. The operating expense ratio improved to 11.8%, or 9.6% excluding adjustment items. The company's Health Benefits segment saw operating revenue increase to $38.3 billion, while Carelon's operating revenue grew to $13.8 billion. Elevance Health declared a fourth quarter 2024 dividend of $1.63 per share.
Elevance Health (NYSE: ELV) has announced its plans to release third quarter 2024 financial results on October 17, 2024, at 6:00 a.m. EDT. The company will host a conference call at 8:30 a.m. EDT on the same day to discuss the results and outlook. Investors can access the call using specific domestic and international numbers with an access code. A replay will be available from 11:30 a.m. EDT on October 17, 2024, until November 16, 2024. Additionally, a live webcast of the call will be accessible through the company's website under the "Investors" link, with a replay available afterwards.
Elevance Health and its Elevance Health Foundation are providing $500,000 in new grant funding to support communities affected by Hurricane Helene. This funding will help community-based organizations address critical needs such as access to food, shelter, hygiene kits, and recovery supplies.
In addition to this pledge, the Foundation has preemptively provided funding to several disaster-relief organizations:
- $1 million to the American Red Cross
- $300,000 to Team Rubicon
- $250,000 to Americares
- $100,000 to Direct Relief
Elevance Health is also matching employee donations to disaster relief efforts and making it easier for members to refill prescriptions and access healthcare services during the crisis.
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