The Indianapolis-based insurer resumed its share repurchase program at the end of Q2.
Despite the domestic spread of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) during Q2 2020, Anthem Inc. reported an operating revenue of $29.2 billion, an increase of $4 billion largely attributed to success of IngenioRx.
The company's pharmacy benefit manager recorded an operating gain of $300 million during Q2 and an operating revenue of more than $5.2 billion.
According to the company's latest earnings report released Wednesday morning, Anthem's medical enrollment grew by 1.6 million covered lives year-over-year, bolstered by higher BlueCard activity and the purchase of AmeriBen in Q1.
Anthem's operating cash flow rose by $4.1 billion quarter-over-quarter, which the company attributed to, "growth in net income and the delayed payment of certain federal income and payroll taxes in accordance with the CARES Act."
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The Indianapolis-based insurer also resumed its share repurchase program at the end of Q2, after announcing the temporary suspension of the program in its Q1 earnings report.
C-suite perspective:
"During these uncertain times, our business has continued to adapt and respond to the needs of those we serve in light of COVID-19 and the important discussions around health disparities and racial injustice facing our society. Now more than ever, our members, customers, and local communities are looking to us for support and I am honored by the trust they have placed in us," Gail Boudreaux, CEO of Anthem, said in a statement. "Together, with our more than 78,000 associates, Anthem is guided by our mission of improving lives and building a better and healthier America."
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Forward looking, Anthem expects its GAAP net income to be greater than $20.91 per share and still projects its adjusted net income will be greater than $22.30 per share.
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For complete financial information, review Anthem's filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Jack O'Brien is the Content Team Lead and Finance Editor at HealthLeaders, an HCPro brand.