Justice Department Challenges Aetna, Humana’s Plan To Sell Off Medicare Plans As Part Of Merger Proposal
At the ongoing antitrust trial, Justice officials raise concerns about the ability of Molina Healthcare, the proposed asset buyer, to keep the marketplace competitive for private Medicare plans.
The Wall Street Journal:
In Antitrust Trial, Justice Department Questions Aetna-Humana Asset Sale Plan
The Justice Department hammered away in court Thursday at the viability of a plan by Aetna Inc. and Humana Inc. to sell off assets to alleviate antitrust concerns about their proposed $34 billion merger. The department, which is suing to block the merger, questioned the ability of the proposed asset buyer, California-based Molina Healthcare Inc., to keep the market for private Medicare plans for senior citizens competitive if Aetna and Humana combine. (Kendall, 12/8)
