California Backs Merger of 2 Giant Blue Cross Plans
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The $14.6 billion merger of health insurance providers, Anthem Health Plan Inc. and Wellpoint Health Networks Inc., has been approved by the California insurance commissioner. The newly merged companies has promised to invest over $200 million in hospital upgrades, managed care, training and improved health care services.
Publication Name: The New York Times
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0362-4331
Year: 2004
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Regulator Stalls Blue Cross Deal In California
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Citing risk to consumers and policy holders, California regulator John Garamendi has denied the request for the acquisition of Wellpoint Health Networks by Anthem Health and Life Insurance Company.
Publication Name: The New York Times
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0362-4331
Year: 2004
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Clear Channel Loses Case With Rival
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Clear Channel Communications has lost its antitrust case against Jam Productions Ltd. over broadcasting rights for Supercross motorcycle races.
Publication Name: The New York Times
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0362-4331
Year: 2005
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