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eHealth, Inc. (NASDAQ: EHTH) is frequently featured in news coverage as a private online health insurance marketplace and independent licensed insurance agency and advisor. News about eHealth often highlights its role in the Medicare and individual health insurance markets, its use of technology and AI, and its financial and corporate developments. Because the company operates in the insurance agencies and brokerages industry, its news flow is closely tied to enrollment periods, regulatory changes, and consumer trends in health coverage.
Investors and observers following EHTH news will find regular updates on operational performance, especially during the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period. The company issues press releases discussing enrollment volumes, marketing channel mix, and metrics such as constrained lifetime value of commissions. eHealth also publishes survey-based reports on consumer attitudes toward health insurance, coverage satisfaction, out-of-pocket costs, GLP-1 drugs for weight loss, and interest in AI tools for insurance shopping.
Another key theme in eHealth news is its technology and AI strategy. The company has announced AI-driven initiatives, including AI screeners that improve marketing yield and an AI-powered voice agent, Alice, that supports enrollment and post-enrollment calls for Medicare Advantage beneficiaries. News releases describe how Alice handles application status inquiries, ID card timing, billing contact information, and Do Not Call requests, as well as how AI and machine learning are used to match beneficiaries with suitable plans.
eHealth news also covers capital structure and governance developments. Recent items include amendments to credit agreements, the establishment of an asset-based revolving credit facility, and the use of proceeds to repay existing term loans and support strategic initiatives. Filings and related press releases discuss changes in bylaws, equity incentive plans, and leadership transitions in the chief executive officer role and the board of directors.
By reviewing the EHTH news feed, readers can track how eHealth navigates enrollment seasons, regulatory and market conditions, technology adoption, and capital structure decisions. The news page brings together these announcements, survey findings, and SEC-related updates in one place for those researching the company and its stock.
eHealth's new report reveals 88% of Americans are shocked by healthcare cost increases over the past four years. The survey of 1,000+ respondents identified top healthcare priorities for the next president: ensuring Medicare sustainability (59%), addressing medical care costs (57%), and tackling prescription drug prices (50%). These concerns transcend party lines, with similar percentages among Democrats and Republicans.
Surprisingly, a majority of respondents from both parties were open to repealing the Affordable Care Act and implementing a single, government-run healthcare system. eHealth CEO Fran Soistman emphasized that the healthcare cost crisis is a fundamental issue impacting Americans' financial well-being, suggesting it could be a important factor in the upcoming presidential election.
eHealth (NASDAQ: EHTH) has earned prestigious awards from four major health insurance carriers for best-in-class quality and customer retention. The recognition comes just before the 2024 Medicare Annual Enrollment Period, starting October 15. Awards include:
1. Humana's 2024 Overall Quality Award (third consecutive year)
2. United Healthcare's 2024 Top Medicare Advantage Retention Award (second consecutive year)
3. Cigna's 2024 AEP National Call Center Retention Award
4. Aetna's 2024 Highest Issued Medicare Advantage Policies
These accolades highlight eHealth's customer-centric approach in matching Medicare beneficiaries with suitable plans. William Kinkead, VP of Carrier Development, expressed pride in the partnerships built with carriers who share eHealth's commitment to excellent service for Medicare beneficiaries.
eHealth, a leading private online health insurance marketplace, has announced its participation in the upcoming Sidoti Virtual Investor Conference. Fran Soistman, the company's Chief Executive Officer, is scheduled to present on Wednesday, August 14th, 2024 at 2:30 p.m. E.T.
Investors interested in attending the presentation can access the live audio webcast through eHealth's Investor Relations website. This event provides an opportunity for investors to gain insights into eHealth's operations and future prospects directly from the company's leadership.
eHealth's participation in this conference underscores its commitment to maintaining open communication with investors and showcasing its position in the online health insurance marketplace.
eHealth, Inc. (Nasdaq: EHTH), a leading private online health insurance marketplace, has announced its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2024. The company has made the full earnings press release available via PDF link and on their Investor Relations website. eHealth will be hosting a webcast and conference call on Wednesday, August 7, 2024, at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss the results. Interested individuals can join the call by dialing (800) 245-3047 with the participant passcode 1407192. The live and archived webcast will also be accessible on the company's Investor Relations page.
eHealth, Inc. (Nasdaq: EHTH) announced that CEO Fran Soistman will retire by Q2 2025, but will remain on the Board of Directors. The company has begun a search for his successor, engaging Spencer Stuart to evaluate internal and external candidates. Soistman's key achievements include:
- Completing a multi-year business transformation
- Creating a healthy company culture
- Building a strong leadership team
- Evolving carrier relationships
- Enhancing member retention
- Deploying new technologies
Soistman emphasized his commitment to leading eHealth through the upcoming Annual Enrollment Period and positioning the company for long-term success. The Board praised his leadership and contributions since joining in 2021.
eHealth's new report reveals significant challenges for Medicare beneficiaries ahead of the Annual Enrollment Period (AEP). Key findings include:
- Only 48% carefully read mail from insurers
- Just 36% find the Annual Notice of Change letter easily understandable
- 51% incorrectly believe most Medicare plans are 'basically the same'
- 81% have been in their current plan for 2+ years
- 51% have never changed their Medicare coverage
eHealth CEO Fran Soistman warns of potential disruptive changes in 2025, including benefit reductions and premium increases. The report emphasizes the importance of reviewing options and consulting licensed agents during AEP to ensure appropriate coverage.
eHealth, Inc. (Nasdaq: EHTH), a leading private online health insurance marketplace, has announced its plans to release second quarter 2024 financial results on August 7, 2024. The company will hold an earnings conference call at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time on the same day to discuss these results. The call will be hosted by CEO Fran Soistman, outgoing CFO John Stelben, and incoming CFO John Dolan.
Interested individuals can join the call by dialing (800) 245-3047 with the participant passcode 1407192. A live webcast will also be available on the company's Investor Relations page. eHealth recommends participants dial in or sign on at least 15 minutes before the call begins.
eHealth, Inc. (Nasdaq: EHTH) applauds the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) decision to retain CY2024 agent compensation rates for CY2025. This decision comes in response to preliminary injunctions in a court case. eHealth CEO Fran Soistman believes this will serve Medicare beneficiaries' best interests during the Annual Enrollment Period (AEP).
A recent eHealth survey of Medicare Advantage enrollees found:
- 85% felt they couldn't find the right plan without agent help
- 70% working with agents were 'very satisfied' with coverage
- 66% working with agents were 'very confident' in their plan choice
eHealth is preparing for what's expected to be a disruptive AEP, ensuring beneficiaries can work with licensed agents for informed decisions.
On July 3, 2024, eHealth, a prominent online health insurance marketplace, announced that its Compensation Committee granted inducement stock unit awards to two new employees on July 1, 2024. The awards cover a total of 15,000 shares of eHealth's common stock.
The grants were made under the company’s Amended and Restated 2021 Inducement Plan. The units will vest over a period of three years, with one-third of the shares vesting each year, contingent on the employees’ continued service. The awards are meant to attract and retain talent, as per Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4).
eHealth (NASDAQ: EHTH) announced on May 30, 2024, that Chief Financial Officer (CFO) John Stelben will retire at the end of August 2024. He will remain as a retained advisor until the end of 2024 to ensure a smooth transition.
John Dolan, currently the Chief Accounting Officer, will be appointed as the new CFO and Senior Vice President (SVP) on August 31, 2024. Dolan will also serve as the company's principal financial and accounting officer. The company's CEO, Fran Soistman, lauded Stelben for aiding in the company's transformation and expressed confidence in Dolan's ability to drive profitable growth and strategic initiatives.
Stelben expressed pride in eHealth’s progress and optimism for its future.
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