Aetna's innovative tendencies are appealing. Although its commitment to transparency, for example, has not demonstrated obvious profitability, innovation is often rewarded.
Aetna's Q3 2007 organic growth in membership exceeded internal projection of 200,000, reaching 230,000. Aetna has raised it's projection for FY2007 from 575,000-600,000 to 600,000-650,000 new memberships.
Aetna's Q3 2007 organic growth in membership exceeded internal projection of 200,000, reaching 230,000. Aetna has raised it's projection for FY2007 from 575,000-600,000 to 600,000-650,000 new memberships.
Aetna's bottom line is very appealing. It is the clear industry leader by operating margin, and low costs are important. Insurance of any kind is a risky field, yet Aetna has shown a clear ability to generate profits in the face of uncertainty by keeping medical costs down.