Description: Clinical Insight Modeling MST and RAI models development of predictive modeling software, utilization of all data, validating models. Issue No. 42.

Description: This article presents a case study that examines the implication of using real-world interest rate scenario generators with a block of fixed deferred annuities. We contrast cash flow testing results based on New York 7 deterministic scenarios to stochastic scenarios generated with the Academy Interest Rate Generator , as well as an alternative economic scenario generator designed explicitly to capture the risk of a persistently low interest rate environment and the transition to a rising interest rate environment.

Description: Actuarial modelers need to engage and leverage IT expertise in the design, maintenance, and control of actuarial models.

Description: Medicare Advantage Organizations must consider influences both internal and external to the adjudication process as they review and use data for bid preparation

Description: This article is the first installment of a three-part series and is focused on providing an overview of LTC modeling approaches and considerations.

Description: A brief overview of modeling bonds and mortgages

Description: This article covers the American Academy of Actuaries’ “Model Governance Checklist” that was created in response to PBR regulatory model governance needs.

Description: April 2018 issue of The Modeling Platform by the Modeling Section. Practical information for actuaries, trends that impact section, section activities.

Description: Tools that should be in place to support a validation program and covers a case study of a validation of an Actuarial Guideline 43 (AG43) model.