Discontinued — last reported Q1 '18
Consolidation · Policyholder Benefits And Claims Incurred Health Care
Operating Segments — Policyholder Benefits And Claims Incurred Health Care
Analysis
StatementSegment
CategoryEfficiency
SignalLower is better
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ1 2013
Last reportedQ1 2018May 2, 2018
Rolls up toMedical costs
How to read this metric
An increase relative to premiums indicates a higher medical loss ratio, which can compress profit margins.
Detailed definition
This represents the specific costs incurred for medical services, hospital stays, and pharmacy benefits provided to memb...
Peer comparison
Directly comparable to 'Medical Claims Expense' or 'Health Benefits Expense' at other Medicare Advantage and health insurance providers.
Metric ID:
hum_segment_operating_segments_policyholder_benefits_and_claims_incurred_health_careSimilar Metrics at Other Companies
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does operating segments — policyholder benefits and claims incurred health care mean?
- The direct costs of medical care provided to insurance plan members.