The big wave. Wall St. loves managed-care mergers, but selling patients and providers on the deal isn't always a smooth ride
Kertesz, L.
Modern Healthcare 27(14): 102-104; 106-112
1997
ISSN/ISBN: 0160-7480 PMID: 10165911 Document Number: 478326
Managed-care companies have caught a big merger wave, winning applause from Wall Street and some analysts who say the deals offer great financial potential. But others, including consumer groups and some providers, say the health plans could be surfing toward a spill. Critics question the tactics the companies are using and contend the firms are serving the short-term demands of the financial community but aren't helping their long-term business.