Consolidation · Benefits Losses And Expenses

Operating Segments — Benefits Losses And Expenses

Analysis

StatementSegment
CategoryProfitability
SignalLower is better
VolatilityModerate

How to read this metric

An increase relative to premiums earned indicates deteriorating underwriting margins or higher-than-expected medical utilization.

Detailed definition

This represents the total costs incurred by an insurance segment related to policyholder claims, medical services provid...

Peer comparison

Standard metric for health insurers; directly comparable to 'Medical Claims Expense' at peer companies.

Metric ID: hum_segment_operating_segments_benefits_losses_and_expenses

Frequently Asked Questions

What does operating segments — benefits losses and expenses mean?
The total cost of paying out insurance claims and providing medical benefits to members.