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Aetna's good news: Is it good for you?
By Allison BellThe non-broker commercial distribution channels look mighty ugly.
February 01, 2016
The real story behind LTC rate increasesThe NAIC's 2002 rate stability act is the engine driving most of the big premium hikes.
February 01, 2016
Aetna profit tops estimates as medical spending declinesThe company says claim costs dropped at its commercial unit as well as its government plans unit.
February 01, 2016
For those threatened by Zika, vaccines may not come soon enoughThe developer would have to show the vaccine was safe and effective in pregnancy.
February 01, 2016
Sanders bids for older voters emphasizing Social Security planHe says he'd improve solvency by increasing taxes on people earning more than $250,000 per year.
February 01, 2016
When the preferable is not availableSure, your clients like you. But how quickly can they reach you?
January 29, 2016
Worker pay in U.S. rose 0.6% in fourth quarter, as forecastWage growth could give central bankers the confidence to increase interest rates.
January 29, 2016
Express Scripts blocks Valeant diabetes drug in cost fightThe pharmacy benefit manager plans to block reimbursements for Valeants diabetes drug Glumetza as soon as a generic version is introduced on Feb. 1.