Description: Presented at October 2000 Annual Meeting. Discusses prescription cost trends, factors behind the trends, and cost management strategies for both the commercial and Medicare markets.

Description: Panelists lead participants in a discussion of recent experiences and current issues regarding the valuation of medical and dental insurance and managed care products. Topics include ASOP 22 [asset adequacy analysis for statements of actuarial opinion] and ASOP 41 [communication]. From the Record of the Society of Actuaries, Volume 29, No. 2, Session 102

Description: This presentation was made at the SOA 1975 New York Spring meeting. It discusses the actuarial techniques required to combat the impact of inflation on Group Life and Health, including communication of premium increases to clients and impact of new national or local health plans. 1975 Record, Vol. 1, No. 2

Description: Panelists continue their discussion of a research project into actuarial issues and financial measurements related to disease management programs. Outcomes measurement is specifically discussed. From the Record of the Society of Actuaries, Vol. 31, No. 2, Session 41

Description: This session discussion is about experience-rating and credibility in group health insurance. From Record of Society of Actuaries Vol. 18, No. 1B.

Description: Presented at October 1985 Annual Meeting. This session discussion is about marketing opportunities, marketing techniques, product selection and design.

Description: Presented at April 1985 Spring Meeting. This session focused on recent experience of programs designed to contain health care costs.

Description: Presented at June 1996 Spring Meeting. The presentation will be given by the direct managers of actual cases under the new types of disability products, including managed disability, 24-hour coverage, and voluntary disability. In addition, it will lead to the awareness of current developments for group LTD and STD.

Description: Presented at June 1996 Spring Meeting. Discusses the relationship among rates for health maintenance organizations, preferred provider organizations, and point-of-service plans.

Description: Presented at April 1985 Spring Meeting. This session discussed: Selective underwriting standards, Renewable options, Producer controls, Compliance with state laws and regulations, Control and profitability.