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| Abstract: | Very strong consolidated operating performance that has improved in the past four years. Strong and improved business position as the market leader in Louisiana. Strong capitalization. Potential system conversion challenges. Geographic market concentration. The insurer financial strength rating on Louisiana Health Service & Indemnity Co. (d/b/a Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana) (BCBSLA) is based on the company's very strong operating performance, strong and improved business position, and strong capitalization. Offsetting these positive factors are potential system conversion challenges and the company's geographic market concentration. BCBSLA's operating performance continued to improve in 2003 because of strong fee income growth, favorable pricing conditions, and strong brand equity. Consolidated GAAP pretax income for BCBSLA and wholly owned subsidiaries HMO Louisiana Inc.
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| Brief Excerpt: | RESEARCH Ratings Definitions Louisiana Health Service & Indemnity Co. (d/b/a Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana) Publication date: 01-Dec-2004 RATING A (STRONG) An insurer rated 'A' has STRONG financial security characteristics,...
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| Report Type: | Full Report
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| Issuer: | Louisiana Health Service & Indemnity Co. (d/b/a Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana)
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| Sector: | Global Issuers, Insurance
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