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News24
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Deadly George building collapse ‘entirely preventable', probe findings alarming
Public Works Minister Dean Macpherson said the George building collapse, which killed 34 people, was 'entirely preventable' and blamed a weak regulatory environment and ignored safety warnings.
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08-05-2025
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eHealth Inc (EHTH) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Highlights: Strong Revenue Growth Amid Regulatory ...
Q : How does the removal of Medicare Advantage plans from online marketing platforms by a carrier affect eHealth's operations? A : Francis Soistman, Executive Vice President - Government Services, explained that eHealth's strategy focuses on providing significant choice, with nearly 50 Medicare Advantage carrier relationships across the country. This diversification means they are not overly dependent on any single carrier, mitigating the impact of such actions. Despite strong Q1 results, eHealth Inc ( NASDAQ:EHTH ) is not updating its annual guidance, indicating uncertainty about future performance. eHealth Inc ( NASDAQ:EHTH ) is facing a Department of Justice complaint, which could pose legal and reputational risks. eHealth Inc ( NASDAQ:EHTH ) ended the quarter with $155.6 million in cash, cash equivalents, and short-term marketable securities, reflecting strong collections from new Medicare enrollments. For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript . Story Continues Q: What are your thoughts on the recent regulatory environment and its impact on eHealth? A: Francis Soistman expressed cautious optimism about the regulatory environment, noting the administration's efforts to reduce regulatory burdens. He highlighted that the recent favorable Medicare Advantage reimbursement rates are encouraging, although commission rates are yet to be determined. Q: How does the current rate environment affect eHealth's Amplify platform? A: Francis Soistman stated that Amplify was created to assist Medicare Advantage organizations that prefer not to develop their own internal capabilities. He believes that Amplify will continue to evolve and present new opportunities, regardless of the rate environment. Q: Has the recent Department of Justice complaint affected carrier discussions or marketing strategies? A: Francis Soistman mentioned that it is too early to see any changes in carrier discussions following the DOJ complaint. He noted that sponsorship programs are not utilized by all carriers, so the impact is limited to a few. Q: Are there any ancillary services eHealth provides to carriers that could enhance retention or diversify revenue streams? A: Francis Soistman indicated that eHealth's ancillary services, such as onboarding assistance and provider scheduling, are still in their infancy and not yet a significant component of their revenue. However, these services could potentially enhance retention by adding value for beneficiaries. For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. This article first appeared on GuruFocus.
