ELEVANCE HEALTH, INC., 10-K filed on 2/15/2023
Annual Report
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Document And Entity Information - USD ($)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Feb. 01, 2023
Jun. 30, 2022
Entity Information [Line Items]      
Document Type 10-K    
Document Annual Report true    
Document Transition Report false    
Amendment Flag false    
Document Fiscal Period Focus FY    
Document Fiscal Year Focus 2022    
Current Fiscal Year End Date --12-31    
Document Period End Date Dec. 31, 2022    
Entity Central Index Key 0001156039    
Entity File Number 001-16751    
Entity Registrant Name ELEVANCE HEALTH, INC.    
Entity Incorporation, State or Country Code IN    
Entity Tax Identification Number 35-2145715    
Entity Address, Address Line One 220 Virginia Avenue    
Entity Address, City or Town Indianapolis    
Entity Address, State or Province IN    
Entity Address, Postal Zip Code 46204    
City Area Code (833)    
Local Phone Number 401-1577    
Title of 12(b) Security Common Stock, Par Value $0.01    
Trading Symbol ELV    
Security Exchange Name NYSE    
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer Yes    
Entity Voluntary Filers No    
Entity Current Reporting Status Yes    
Entity Interactive Data Current Yes    
Entity Filer Category Large Accelerated Filer    
Entity Small Business false    
Entity Emerging Growth Company false    
ICFR Auditor Attestation Flag true    
Entity Shell Company false    
Entity Public Float     $ 115,691,972,993
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding   237,457,776  
Documents Incorporated by Reference Part III of this Annual Report on Form 10-K incorporates by reference information from the registrant’s Definitive Proxy Statement for the Annual Meeting of Shareholders to be held May 10, 2023.    
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Audit Information
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Audit Information [Abstract]  
Auditor Firm ID 42
Auditor Name Ernst & Young LLP
Auditor Location Indianapolis, Indiana
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Consolidated Balance Sheets - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Current assets:    
Cash and cash equivalents $ 7,387 $ 4,880
Fixed maturities, current 25,952 26,267
Equity securities 953 1,881
Premium receivables 7,083 5,681
Self-funded receivables 4,663 4,010
Other receivables 4,298 3,749
Other current assets 5,281 4,654
Total current assets 55,617 51,122
Fixed maturity securities, long-term 752 632
Other invested assets, long-term 5,685 5,225
Property and equipment, net 4,316 3,919
Goodwill 24,383 24,228
Total intangible assets 10,315 10,615
Other noncurrent assets 1,704 1,719
Total assets 102,772 97,460
Liabilities and Equity    
Medical claims payable 15,596 13,518
Other policyholder liabilities 5,933 5,521
Unearned income 1,112 1,153
Accounts payable and accrued expenses 5,607 4,970
Short-term borrowings 265 275
Current portion of long-term debt 1,500 1,599
Other current liabilities 9,683 7,849
Total current liabilities 39,696 34,885
Long-term debt, less current portion 22,349 21,157
Reserves for future policy benefits 737 802
Deferred tax liabilities, net 2,034 2,805
Other noncurrent liabilities 1,562 1,683
Total liabilities 66,378 61,332
Commitments and Contingencies—Note 14
Shareholders' equity    
Preferred stock, without par value, shares authorized - 100,000,000; shares issued and outstanding - none 0 0
Common stock, par value $0.01, shares authorized - 900,000,000; shares issued and outstanding - 237,958,067 and 241,770,746 2 2
Additional paid-in capital 9,084 9,148
Retained earnings 29,724 27,088
Accumulated other comprehensive loss (2,503) (178)
Total shareholders' equity 36,307 36,060
Noncontrolling interests 87 68
Total equity 36,394 36,128
Total liabilities and equity $ 102,772 $ 97,460
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Consolidated Balance Sheets (Parenthetical) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Statement of Financial Position [Abstract]    
Fixed maturities, amortized cost, current $ 28,226 $ 25,641
Fixed maturities, allowance for credit loss, current 9 6
Fixed maturities, amortized cost, noncurrent 789 616
Fixed maturities, allowance for credit loss, noncurrent $ 0 $ 0
Preferred stock, shares authorized 100,000,000  
Preferred stock, shares issued 0  
Preferred stock, shares outstanding 0  
Common stock, par value $ 0.01  
Common stock, shares authorized 900,000,000  
Common stock, shares issued 237,958,067 241,770,746
Common stock, shares outstanding 237,958,067 241,770,746
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Consolidated Statements of Income - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Revenues      
Premiums $ 133,229 $ 117,373 $ 104,109
Product revenue 14,978 12,657 10,384
Administrative fees and other revenue 7,453 6,913 6,315
Total operating revenue 155,660 136,943 120,808
Net investment income 1,485 1,378 877
Net (losses) gains on financial instruments (550) 318 182
Total revenues 156,595 138,639 121,867
Expenses      
Benefit expense 116,487 102,645 88,045
Cost of products sold 13,035 10,895 8,953
Selling, general and administrative expense 17,686 15,914 17,450
Interest expense 851 798 784
Amortization of other intangible assets 767 441 361
Loss on extinguishment of debt 0 21 36
Total expenses 148,826 130,714 115,629
Income before income tax expense 7,769 7,925 6,238
Income tax expense 1,750 1,830 1,666
Net income 6,019 6,095 4,572
Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interests 6 9 0
Shareholders’ net income $ 6,025 $ 6,104 $ 4,572
Shareholders’ net income per share      
Basic net income per share $ 25.10 $ 25.04 $ 18.23
Diluted net income per share 24.81 24.73 17.98
Dividends per share $ 5.12 $ 4.52 $ 3.80
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Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Statement of Comprehensive Income [Abstract]      
Net Income $ 6,019 $ 6,095 $ 4,572
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax:      
Change in net unrealized gains/losses on investments (2,260) (457) 428
Change in non-credit component of impairment losses on investments, net of tax (3) 2 0
Change in net unrealized gains/losses on cash flow hedges 10 11 12
Change in net periodic pension and postretirement costs (70) 123 (1)
Foreign currency translation adjustments (13) (9) 7
Other comprehensive (loss) income (2,336) (330) 446
Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interests 6 9 0
Other comprehensive loss attributable to noncontrolling interests 11 2 0
Total shareholders’ comprehensive income $ 3,700 $ 5,776 $ 5,018
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Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Operating activities      
Net Income $ 6,019 $ 6,095 $ 4,572
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:      
Net losses (gains) on financial instruments 550 (318) (182)
Equity in net earnings of other invested assets (293) (562) (51)
Depreciation and amortization 1,675 1,302 1,154
Deferred income taxes (76) 326 (540)
Impairment of property and equipment 7 73 198
Share-based compensation 264 255 283
Changes in operating assets and liabilities:      
Receivables, net (2,510) (2,138) (256)
Other invested assets 11 (70) (32)
Other assets 120 37 (283)
Policy liabilities 2,254 2,597 3,528
Unearned income (42) (113) 202
Accounts payable and other liabilities 824 719 1,978
Income taxes (338) 140 72
Other, net (66) 21 45
Net cash provided by operating activities 8,399 8,364 10,688
Investing activities      
Purchases of investments (24,946) (18,669) (19,492)
Proceeds from sale of investments 11,988 10,269 11,318
Maturities, calls and redemptions from investments 10,620 4,344 4,741
Changes in securities lending collateral (301) (956) (849)
Purchases of subsidiaries, net of cash acquired (649) (3,476) (1,976)
Purchases of property and equipment (1,152) (1,087) (1,021)
Other, net (120) (63) (45)
Net cash used in investing activities (4,560) (9,638) (7,324)
Financing activities      
Net (repayments of) proceeds from commercial paper borrowings (300) 50 (150)
Proceeds from long-term borrowings 3,071 3,462 2,484
Repayments of long-term borrowings (1,899) (1,068) (1,932)
Proceeds from short-term borrowings 1,365 1,325 970
Repayments of short-term borrowings (1,375) (1,050) (1,670)
Changes in securities lending payable 302 956 849
Changes in bank overdrafts 933 (376) 486
Repurchase and retirement of common stock (2,316) (1,900) (2,700)
Cash dividends (1,229) (1,104) (954)
Proceeds from issuance of common stock under employee stock plans 182 203 176
Taxes paid through withholding of common stock under employee stock plans (93) (102) (128)
Other, net 41 27 2
Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities (1,318) 423 (2,567)
Effect of foreign exchange rates on cash and cash equivalents (14) (10) 7
Change in cash and cash equivalents 2,507 (861) 804
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year 4,880 5,741 4,937
Cash and cash equivalents at end of year $ 7,387 $ 4,880 $ 5,741
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Consolidated Statements of Changes in Equity - USD ($)
shares in Millions, $ in Millions
Total
Cumulative Effect, Period of Adoption, Adjustment
Cumulative Effect, Period of Adoption, Adjusted Balance [Member]
Common Stock [Member]
Additional Paid In Capital [Member]
Retained Earnings [Member]
Retained Earnings [Member]
Cumulative Effect, Period of Adoption, Adjustment
Retained Earnings [Member]
Cumulative Effect, Period of Adoption, Adjusted Balance [Member]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Member]
Noncontrolling Interest [Member]
Balance, beginning (in shares) at Dec. 31, 2019       252.9            
Total Shareholders' Balance, beginning at Dec. 31, 2019       $ 3 $ 9,448 $ 22,538     $ (296)  
Noncontrolling Interest, Beginning Balance at Dec. 31, 2019                   $ 0
Total equity, Beginning Balance at Dec. 31, 2019 $ 31,693                  
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]                    
Shareholders’ net income 4,572         4,572        
Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interests 0                  
Net Income 4,572                  
Other comprehensive income (loss)                 446  
Other comprehensive loss attributable to noncontrolling interests 0                  
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax 446                  
Repurchase and retirement of common stock, shares       (9.4)            
Repurchase and retirement of common stock (2,700)       (353) (2,347)        
Dividends and dividend equivalents (961)         (961)        
Issuance of common stock under employee stock plans, net of related tax benefits (in shares)       1.9            
Issuance of common stock under employee stock plans, net of related tax benefits 330       330          
Convertible debenture repurchases and conversions (181)       (181)          
Balance, ending (in shares) at Dec. 31, 2020       245.4            
Total Shareholders' Balance, ending at Dec. 31, 2020       $ 3 9,244 23,802     150  
Total equity, Ending Balance at Dec. 31, 2020 33,199                  
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]                    
Shareholders’ net income 6,104         6,104        
Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interests (9)                 (9)
Net Income 6,095                  
Other comprehensive income (loss)                 (328)  
Other comprehensive loss attributable to noncontrolling interests (2)                 (2)
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax (330)                  
Noncontrolling Interest, Period Increase (Decrease) $ 79                 79
Repurchase and retirement of common stock, shares (5.1)     (5.1)            
Repurchase and retirement of common stock $ (1,900)     $ (1) (192) (1,707)        
Dividends and dividend equivalents (1,111)         (1,111)        
Issuance of common stock under employee stock plans, net of related tax benefits (in shares)       1.5            
Issuance of common stock under employee stock plans, net of related tax benefits 355       355          
Convertible debenture repurchases and conversions (259)       (259)          
Balance, ending (in shares) at Dec. 31, 2021       241.8            
Total Shareholders' Balance, ending at Dec. 31, 2021 36,060     $ 2 9,148 27,088   $ 27,065 (178)  
Total Shareholders' Balance, ending (Accounting Standards Update 2020-06) at Dec. 31, 2021             $ (23)      
Noncontrolling Interest, Ending Balance at Dec. 31, 2021 68                 68
Total equity, Ending Balance at Dec. 31, 2021 36,128   $ 36,105              
Total equity, Ending Balance (Accounting Standards Update 2020-06) at Dec. 31, 2021   $ (23)                
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]                    
Shareholders’ net income 6,025         6,025        
Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interests (6)                 (6)
Net Income 6,019                  
Other comprehensive income (loss)                 (2,325)  
Other comprehensive loss attributable to noncontrolling interests (11)                 (11)
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax (2,336)                  
Noncontrolling Interest, Period Increase (Decrease) $ 36                 36
Repurchase and retirement of common stock, shares (4.8)     (4.8)            
Repurchase and retirement of common stock $ (2,316)       (184) (2,132)        
Dividends and dividend equivalents (1,234)         (1,234)        
Issuance of common stock under employee stock plans, net of related tax benefits (in shares)       1.0            
Issuance of common stock under employee stock plans, net of related tax benefits 352       352          
Convertible debenture repurchases and conversions (232)       (232)          
Balance, ending (in shares) at Dec. 31, 2022       238.0            
Total Shareholders' Balance, ending at Dec. 31, 2022 36,307     $ 2 $ 9,084 $ 29,724     $ (2,503)  
Noncontrolling Interest, Ending Balance at Dec. 31, 2022 87                 $ 87
Total equity, Ending Balance at Dec. 31, 2022 $ 36,394                  
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Organization
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]  
Organization Organization
On May 18, 2022, our shareholders approved a proposal to amend our amended and restated articles of incorporation to change our name from Anthem, Inc. to Elevance Health, Inc. This amendment and name change went into effect on June 27, 2022. We began operating as Elevance Health, Inc. and trading under our new ticker symbol “ELV” on June 28, 2022. References to the terms “we,” “our,” “us” or “Elevance Health” used throughout these Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements refer to Elevance Health, Inc., an Indiana corporation, and unless the context otherwise requires, its direct and indirect subsidiaries. References to the “states” include the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico, unless the context otherwise requires.
Elevance Health is a health company with the purpose of improving the health of humanity. We are one of the largest health insurers in the United States in terms of medical membership, serving approximately 47.5 million medical members through our affiliated health plans as of December 31, 2022. We offer a broad spectrum of network-based managed care risk-based plans to Individual, Group, Medicaid and Medicare markets. In addition, we provide a broad array of managed care services to fee-based customers, including claims processing, stop loss insurance, provider network access, medical management, care management and wellness programs, actuarial services and other administrative services. We provide services to the federal government in connection with our Federal Health Products & Services business, which administers the Federal Employees Health Benefits (“FEHB”) Program. We provide an array of specialty services both to customers of our subsidiary health plans and also unaffiliated health plans, including pharmacy benefit management (“PBM”) services and dental, vision, life, disability and supplemental health insurance benefits, as well as integrated health services.
We are an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association (“BCBSA”), an association of independent health benefit plans. We serve our members as the Blue Cross licensee for California and as the Blue Cross and Blue Shield (“BCBS”) licensee for Colorado, Connecticut, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Maine, Missouri (excluding 30 counties in the Kansas City area), Nevada, New Hampshire, New York (in the New York City metropolitan area and upstate New York), Ohio, Virginia (excluding the Northern Virginia suburbs of Washington, D.C.) and Wisconsin. In a majority of these service areas, we do business as Anthem Blue Cross, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, and Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield or Empire Blue Cross. We also conduct business through arrangements with other BCBS licensees as well as other strategic partners. Through our subsidiaries, we also serve customers in numerous states as AIM Specialty Health, Amerigroup, Aspire Health, Beacon, CareMore, Freedom Health, HealthLink, HealthSun, MMM, Optimum Healthcare, Simply Healthcare, UniCare and/or Wellpoint. We offer PBM services through our CarelonRx, Inc. (“CarelonRx”) subsidiary, which was named IngenioRx, Inc. prior to January 1, 2023. We are licensed to conduct insurance operations in all 50 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico through our subsidiaries.
As part of our name change to Elevance Health, in June 2022, we announced that over the next several years we will organize our brand portfolio into the following core go-to-market brands:
Anthem Blue Cross/Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield — represents our existing Anthem-branded and affiliated Blue Cross and/or Blue Shield licensed plans;
Wellpoint — we intend to unite select non-BCBSA licensed Medicare, Medicaid and Commercial plans under the Wellpoint name; and
Carelon — this brand brings together our healthcare-related services and capabilities, including our formerly named Diversified Business Group and IngenioRx businesses, under a single brand name.
There were no changes made to our segments in 2022 associated with this branding strategy. Through December 31, 2022, we managed our operations by customer types through four reportable segments: Commercial & Specialty Business, Government Business, CarelonRx (formerly known as IngenioRx) and Other. Our branding strategy reflects the evolution of
our business from a traditional health insurance company into a lifetime, trusted health partner, and given this evolution we are in the process of reviewing and modifying how we will manage our business in the future. For additional discussion, including the changes to our reportable segments for 2023, see Note 20, “Segment Information.”
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Basis Of Presentation And Significant Accounting Policies
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Accounting Policies [Abstract]  
Basis Of Presentation And Significant Accounting Policies Basis of Presentation and Significant Accounting Policies
Basis of Presentation: The accompanying consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Elevance Health and its subsidiaries and have been prepared in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”). All significant intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation.
Certain of our subsidiaries operate outside of the United States and have functional currencies other than the U.S. dollar (“USD”). We translate the assets and liabilities of those subsidiaries to USD using the exchange rate in effect at the end of the period. We translate the revenues and expenses of those subsidiaries to USD using the average exchange rates in effect during the period. The net effect of these translation adjustments is included in “Foreign currency translation adjustments” in our consolidated statements of comprehensive income.
Reclassifications: Certain prior year amounts have been reclassified to conform to the current year presentation.
Use of Estimates: The preparation of consolidated financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires us to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in our consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes. Our most significant estimate relates to estimates and judgments for medical claims payable. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
Cash and Cash Equivalents: Cash and cash equivalents includes available cash and all highly liquid investments with maturities of three months or less when purchased. We control a number of bank accounts that are used exclusively to hold customer funds for the administration of customer benefits, and we have cash and cash equivalents on deposit to meet certain regulatory requirements. These amounts totaled $258 and $173 at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively, and are included in the cash and cash equivalents line on our consolidated balance sheets.
Investments: We classify fixed maturity securities in our investment portfolio as “available-for-sale” and report those securities at fair value. Certain fixed maturity securities are available to support current operations and, accordingly, we classify such investments as current assets without regard to their contractual maturity. Investments used to satisfy contractual, regulatory or other requirements are classified as long-term, without regard to contractual maturity.
If a fixed maturity security is in an unrealized loss position and we have the intent to sell the fixed maturity security, or it is more likely than not that we will have to sell the fixed maturity security before recovery of its amortized cost basis, we write down the fixed maturity security’s cost basis to fair value and record an impairment loss in our consolidated statements of income. For impaired fixed maturity securities that we do not intend to sell or if it is more likely than not that we will not have to sell such securities, but we expect that we will not fully recover the amortized cost basis, we recognize the credit component of the impairment as an allowance for credit loss in our consolidated balance sheets and record an impairment loss in our consolidated statements of income. The non-credit component of the impairment is recognized in accumulated other comprehensive loss. Furthermore, unrealized losses entirely caused by non-credit-related factors related to fixed maturity securities for which we expect to fully recover the amortized cost basis continue to be recognized in accumulated other comprehensive loss.
The credit component of an impairment is determined primarily by comparing the net present value of projected future cash flows with the amortized cost basis of the fixed maturity security. The net present value is calculated by discounting our best estimate of projected future cash flows at the effective interest rate implicit in the fixed maturity security at the date of purchase. For mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities, cash flow estimates are based on assumptions regarding the underlying collateral, including prepayment speeds, vintage, type of underlying asset, geographic concentrations, default rates, recoveries and changes in value. For all other securities, cash flow estimates are driven by assumptions regarding probability of default, including changes in credit ratings and estimates regarding timing and amount of recoveries associated with a default.
For asset-backed securities included in fixed maturity securities, we recognize income using an effective yield based on anticipated prepayments and the estimated economic life of the securities. When estimates of prepayments change, the
effective yield is recalculated to reflect actual payments to date and anticipated future payments. The net investment in the securities is adjusted to the amount that would have existed had the new effective yield been applied since the purchase date of the securities. Such adjustments are reported within net investment income.
The changes in fair value of our marketable equity securities are recognized in our results of operations within net gains and losses on financial instruments. Certain marketable equity securities are held to satisfy contractual obligations, and are reported under the caption “Other invested assets” in our consolidated balance sheets.
We have corporate-owned life insurance policies on certain participants in our deferred compensation plans and other members of management. The cash surrender value of the corporate-owned life insurance policies is reported under the caption “Other invested assets” in our consolidated balance sheets.
We use the equity method of accounting for investments in companies in which our ownership interest may enable us to influence the operating or financial decisions of the investee company. Our proportionate share of equity in net income of these unconsolidated affiliates is reported within net investment income. The equity method investments are reported under the caption “Other invested assets” in our consolidated balance sheets.
Investment income is recorded when earned. All securities sold resulting in investment realized gains and losses are recorded on the trade date. Realized gains and losses are determined on the basis of the cost or amortized cost of the specific securities sold.
We participate in securities lending programs whereby marketable securities in our investment portfolio are transferred to independent brokers or dealers in exchange for cash and securities collateral. Under Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) guidance related to accounting for transfers and servicing of financial assets and extinguishments of liabilities, we recognize the collateral as an asset, which is reported in other current assets on our consolidated balance sheets, and we record a corresponding liability for the obligation to return the collateral to the borrower, which is reported in other current liabilities. The securities on loan are reported in the applicable investment category on our consolidated balance sheets. Unrealized gains or losses on securities lending collateral are included in accumulated other comprehensive income as a separate component of shareholders’ equity. The market value of loaned securities and that of the collateral pledged can fluctuate in non-synchronized fashions. To the extent the loaned securities’ value appreciates faster or depreciates slower than the value of the collateral pledged, we are exposed to the risk of the shortfall. As a primary mitigating mechanism, the loaned securities and collateral pledged are marked to market on a daily basis and the shortfall, if any, is collected accordingly. Secondarily, the collateral level is set at 102% of the value of the loaned securities, which provides a cushion before any shortfall arises. The investment of the cash collateral is subject to market risk, which is managed by limiting the investments to higher quality and shorter duration instruments.
Receivables: Receivables are reported net of amounts for expected credit losses. The allowance for doubtful accounts is based on historical collection trends, future forecasts and our judgment regarding the ability to collect specific accounts.
Premium receivables include the uncollected amounts from insured groups, individuals and government programs. Premium receivables are reported net of an allowance for doubtful accounts of $152 and $142 at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively.
Self-funded receivables include administrative fees, claims and other amounts due from fee-based customers. Self-funded receivables are reported net of an allowance for doubtful accounts of $68 and $50 at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively.
Other receivables include pharmacy rebates, provider advances, claims recoveries, reinsurance receivables, proceeds due from brokers on investment trades, accrued investment income and other miscellaneous amounts due to us. These receivables are reported net of an allowance for doubtful accounts of $744 and $648 at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively.
Income Taxes: We file a consolidated U.S. federal income tax return. Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are recognized for temporary differences between the financial statement and tax return basis of assets and liabilities based on enacted tax rates and laws and are reported net on our consolidated balance sheets. The deferred tax benefits of the deferred tax assets are recognized to the extent realization of such benefits is more likely than not. Deferred income tax expense or benefit generally represents the net change in deferred income tax assets and liabilities during the year, excluding the impact
from amounts initially recorded for business combinations, if any, and amounts recorded to accumulated other comprehensive income. Current income tax expense represents the tax consequences of revenues and expenses currently taxable or deductible on various income tax returns for the year reported.
The Internal Revenue Code subjects a U.S. shareholder to tax on Global Intangible Low-Taxed Income (“GILTI”) earned by certain foreign subsidiaries. We have elected to account for GILTI tax in the year the tax is incurred.
The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 includes a provision that imposes a new corporate alternative minimum tax (the “Corporate AMT”) that became effective for us beginning January 1, 2023. We have elected to account for the effects of the Corporate AMT on deferred tax assets and carryforwards and tax credits in the period they arise. Additionally, the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 imposes an excise tax on the fair market value of net stock repurchases made after December 31, 2022. We do not believe the Corporate AMT will have a material impact on our consolidated financial position, results of operations, cash flows or related disclosures.

We account for income tax contingencies in accordance with FASB guidance that contains a model to address uncertainty in tax positions and clarifies the accounting for income taxes by prescribing a minimum recognition threshold, which all income tax positions must achieve before being recognized in the financial statements.
Property and Equipment: Property and equipment is recorded at cost, net of accumulated depreciation. Depreciation is computed principally by the straight-line method over estimated useful lives ranging from fifteen to thirty years for buildings and improvements, three to five years for computer equipment and software, and the lesser of the remaining life of the building lease, if any, or seven years for furniture and other equipment. Leasehold improvements are depreciated over the term of the related lease. Certain costs related to the development or purchase of internal-use software are capitalized and amortized over estimated useful lives ranging from three to ten years.
Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets: FASB guidance requires business combinations to be accounted for using the acquisition method of accounting, and it also specifies the types of acquired intangible assets that are required to be recognized and reported separately from goodwill. Goodwill represents the excess of the cost of acquisition over the fair value of net assets acquired. Other intangible assets represent the values assigned to customer relationships, provider and hospital networks, Blue Cross and Blue Shield and other trademarks, licenses and other agreements, such as non-compete agreements. Goodwill and other intangible assets are allocated to reportable segments based on the relative fair value of the components of the businesses acquired.
Goodwill and other intangible assets with indefinite lives are not amortized but are tested for impairment at least annually. Goodwill and other intangible assets are allocated to reporting units for purposes of the annual goodwill impairment test. Other intangible assets with indefinite lives, such as trademarks, are tested for impairment separately. We complete our annual impairment tests of existing goodwill and other intangible assets with indefinite lives during the fourth quarter of each year. Our impairment tests require us to make assumptions and judgments regarding the estimated fair value of our reporting units, including goodwill and other intangible assets with indefinite lives. Certain interim impairment tests are also performed when potential impairment indicators exist or changes in our business or other triggering events occur.
FASB guidance allows for qualitative assessments of whether it is more likely than not that the fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying amount for purposes of a goodwill impairment analysis and whether it is more likely than not that an indefinite-lived intangible asset is impaired for purposes of an indefinite-lived intangible asset impairment analysis. Estimated fair values developed based on our assumptions and judgments might be different if other reasonable assumptions and estimates were to be used. Qualitative analysis involves assessing situations and developments that could affect key drivers used to evaluate whether the fair value of our goodwill and indefinite-lived intangible assets are impaired. Our procedures include assessing our financial performance, macroeconomic conditions, industry and market considerations, various asset specific factors, and entity specific events.
Quantitative analysis must be performed if qualitative analyses are not conclusive. Entities also have the option to bypass the assessment of qualitative factors and proceed directly to performing quantitative analyses. Fair value for purposes of a quantitative goodwill impairment test is calculated using a blend of the projected income and market valuation approaches. The projected income approach is developed using assumptions about future revenue, expenses and net income derived from our internal planning process. Our assumed discount rate is based on our industry’s weighted-average cost of capital and reflects volatility associated with the cost of equity capital. Market valuations include market comparisons to publicly traded
companies in our industry and are based on observed multiples of certain measures including revenue; earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (“EBITDA”); and book value of invested capital.
A goodwill impairment loss is recognized to the extent that the carrying amount exceeds the asset’s fair value. This determination consists of a one-step test comparing the fair value of a reporting unit, including goodwill, to its carrying amount. If the carrying amount of a reporting unit exceeds its fair value, an impairment loss is recognized. This goodwill impairment loss is equal to the excess of the reporting unit’s carrying amount over its fair value.
Fair value for purposes of a quantitative impairment test for indefinite-lived intangible assets is estimated using a projected income approach. We recognize an impairment loss when the estimated fair value of indefinite-lived intangible assets is less than the carrying value. If significant impairment indicators are noted relative to other intangible assets subject to amortization, we may be required to record impairment losses against future income.
Derivative Financial Instruments: We primarily invest in the following types of derivative financial instruments: interest rate swaps, futures, forward contracts, put and call options, collars, swaptions, embedded derivatives and warrants. Derivatives embedded within non-derivative instruments, such as options embedded in convertible fixed maturity securities, are bifurcated from the host instrument when the embedded derivative is not clearly and closely related to the host instrument. Our use of derivatives is limited by statutes and regulations promulgated by the various regulatory bodies to which we are subject, and by our own derivative policy. Our derivative use is generally limited to hedging purposes, on an economic basis, and we generally do not use derivative instruments for speculative purposes.
We have exposure to economic losses due to interest rate risk arising from changes in the level or volatility of interest rates. We attempt to mitigate our exposure to interest rate risk through active portfolio management, including rebalancing our existing portfolios of assets and liabilities, as well as changing the characteristics of investments to be purchased or sold in the future. In addition, derivative financial instruments are used to modify the interest rate exposure of certain liabilities or forecasted transactions. These strategies include the use of interest rate swaps and forward contracts, which are used to lock-in interest rates or to hedge, on an economic basis, interest rate risks associated with variable rate debt. We have used these types of instruments as designated hedges against specific liabilities.
All investments in derivatives are recorded as assets or liabilities at fair value. If certain correlation, hedge effectiveness and risk reduction criteria are met, a derivative may be specifically designated as a hedge of exposure to changes in fair value or cash flow. The accounting for changes in the fair value of a derivative depends on the intended use of the derivative and the nature of any hedge designation thereon. Amounts excluded from the assessment of hedge effectiveness, if any, are reported in results of operations immediately. If the derivative is not designated as a hedge, the gain or loss resulting from the change in the fair value of the derivative is recognized in results of operations in the period of change. Cash flows associated with the settlement of non-designated derivatives are shown on a net basis in investing activity in our consolidated statements of cash flow.
From time to time, we may also purchase derivatives to hedge, on an economic basis, our exposure to foreign currency exchange fluctuations associated with the operations of certain of our subsidiaries. We generally use futures or forward contracts for these transactions. We generally do not designate these contracts as hedges and, accordingly, the changes in fair value of these derivatives are recognized in results of operations immediately.
Credit exposure associated with non-performance by the counterparties to derivative instruments is generally limited to the uncollateralized fair value of the asset related to instruments recognized in the consolidated balance sheets. We attempt to mitigate the risk of non-performance by selecting counterparties with high credit ratings and monitoring their creditworthiness and by diversifying derivatives among multiple counterparties. At December 31, 2022, we believe there were no material concentrations of credit risk with any individual counterparty.
We generally enter into master netting agreements, which reduce credit risk by permitting net settlement of transactions with the same counterparty. Certain of our derivative agreements also contain credit support provisions that require us or the counterparty to post collateral if there are declines in the derivative fair value or our credit rating. The derivative assets and derivative liabilities are reported at their fair values net of collateral and netting by the counterparty.
Retirement Benefits: We recognize the funded status of pension and other postretirement benefit plans on the consolidated balance sheets based on fiscal-year-end measurements of plan assets and benefit obligations. Prepaid pension
benefits represent prepaid costs related to defined benefit pension plans and are reported with other noncurrent assets. Postretirement benefits represent outstanding obligations for retiree medical, life, vision and dental benefits. Liabilities for pension and other postretirement benefits are reported with noncurrent assets, current liabilities and noncurrent liabilities based on the amount by which the actuarial present value of benefits payable in the next twelve months included in the benefit obligation exceeds the fair value of plan assets.
We determine the expected return on plan assets using the calculated value of plan assets, which recognizes changes in the fair value of plan assets in a systematic manner over three years. We apply a corridor approach to amortize unrecognized actuarial gains or losses. Under this approach, only accumulated net actuarial gains or losses in excess of 10% of the greater of the projected benefit obligation or the fair value of plan assets are amortized over the average remaining service or lifetime of the workforce as a component of net periodic benefit cost.
The discount rate reflects the current rate at which the pension liabilities could be effectively settled at the end of the year based on our most recent measurement date. We use the annual spot rate approach for setting our discount rate. Under the spot rate approach, individual spot rates from a full yield curve of published rates are used to discount each plan’s cash flows to determine the plan’s obligations.
The assumed healthcare cost trend rates used to measure the expected cost of other postretirement benefits are based on an initial assumed healthcare cost trend rate declining to an ultimate healthcare cost trend rate over a select number of years.
Medical Claims Payable: Liabilities for medical claims payable include estimated provisions for incurred but not paid claims on an undiscounted basis, as well as estimated provisions for expenses related to the processing of claims. Incurred but not paid claims include (1) an estimate for claims that are incurred but not reported, as well as claims reported to us but not yet processed through our systems; and (2) claims reported to us and processed through our systems but not yet paid.
Liabilities for both claims incurred but not reported and reported but not yet processed through our systems are determined in the aggregate, employing actuarial methods that are commonly used by health insurance actuaries and meet Actuarial Standards of Practice. Our reserving practice for claim liabilities is to consistently recognize the appropriate amount of reserve within a level of confidence required by Actuarial Standards of Practice. We determine the amount of the liability for incurred but not paid claims by following a detailed actuarial process that uses both historical claim payment patterns as well as emerging medical cost trends to project our best estimate of claim liabilities. Under this process, historical paid claims data is formatted into “claim triangles,” which compare claim incurred dates to the dates of claim payments. This information is analyzed to create “completion factors” that represent the average percentage of total incurred claims that have been paid through a given date after being incurred. Completion factors are applied to claims paid through the period-end date to estimate the ultimate claim expense incurred for the period. Actuarial estimates of incurred but not paid claim liabilities are then determined by subtracting the actual paid claims from the estimate of the ultimate incurred claims.
For the most recent incurred months (typically the most recent two months), the percentage of claims paid for claims incurred in those months is generally low. This makes the completion factor methodology less reliable for such months. Therefore, incurred claims for recent months are not projected from historical completion and payment patterns; rather, they are projected by estimating the claims expense for those months based on recent claims expense levels and healthcare trend levels (“trend factors”).
We regularly review and set assumptions regarding cost trends and utilization when initially establishing claim liabilities. We continually monitor and adjust the claims liability and benefit expense based on subsequent paid claims activity. If it is determined that our assumptions regarding cost trends and utilization are materially different than actual results, our income statement and financial position could be impacted in future periods.
Premium deficiencies are recognized when it is probable that expected claims and administrative expenses will exceed future premiums on existing medical insurance contracts without consideration of investment income. Determination of premium deficiencies for longer duration life and disability contracts includes consideration of investment income. For purposes of premium deficiencies, contracts are deemed to be either short or long duration and are grouped in a manner consistent with our method of acquiring, servicing and measuring the profitability of such contracts. Once established, premium deficiencies are released commensurate with actual claims experience over the remaining life of the contract. No premium deficiencies were established at December 31, 2022 or 2021.
Benefit expense includes incurred medical claims as well as quality improvement expenses for our risk-based members. Quality improvement activities are those designed to improve member health outcomes, prevent hospital readmissions and improve patient safety. They also include expenses for wellness and health promotion provided to our members.
 Other Policyholder Liabilities: Other policyholder liabilities include rate stabilization reserves associated with retrospectively rated insurance contracts and certain case-specific reserves. Other policyholder liabilities also include liabilities for premium refunds based upon the minimum medical loss ratio (“MLR”), the relative health risk of members, and other contractual or regulatory requirements. Rate stabilization reserves represent accumulated premiums that exceed what customers owe us based on actual claim experience. The timing of payment of these retrospectively rated refunds is based on the contractual terms with our customers and can vary from period to period based on the specific contractual requirements.
We are required to meet certain minimum MLR thresholds prescribed by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act and the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010, as amended (collectively the “ACA”). If we do not meet or exceed the minimum MLR thresholds specified by the ACA, we are required to pay rebates to certain customers. Minimum MLR rebates are calculated by subsidiary, state and applicable line of business in accordance with regulations issued by the Department of Health and Human Services (“HHS”). Such calculations are made using estimated calendar year medical loss expense and premiums, as defined by HHS.
We follow HHS guidelines for determining the types of expenses that may be included in our minimum MLR rebate calculations, which differ from benefit expense and premiums as reported in our consolidated financial statements prepared in conformity with GAAP. Certain amounts reported as expense in our consolidated GAAP financial statements may be reported as a reduction of premiums in accordance with HHS regulations. In addition, profit amounts included in our payments to third-party administrative service providers are recorded as benefit expense in our consolidated GAAP financial statements, while HHS does not allow for the inclusion of these expenses within the medical loss expense for purposes of calculating minimum MLR.
Reserves for Future Policy Benefits: Reserves for future policy benefits include liabilities for life and long-term disability insurance policy benefits based upon interest, mortality and morbidity assumptions from published actuarial tables, modified based upon our experience. Future policy benefits also include liabilities for insurance policies for which some of the premiums received in earlier years are intended to pay anticipated benefits to be incurred in future years. Future policy benefits are continually monitored and reviewed, and when reserves are adjusted, differences are reflected in benefit expense.
We believe that our liabilities for future policy benefits, along with future premiums received, are adequate to satisfy our ultimate benefit liability; however, these estimates are inherently subject to a number of variable circumstances. Consequently, the actual results could differ materially from the amounts recorded in our consolidated financial statements.
Revenue Recognition: Premiums for risk-based contracts are recognized as revenue over the period insurance coverage is provided, and, if applicable, net of amounts recognized for MLR rebates, risk adjustment, reinsurance and risk corridor under contractual premium stabilization arrangements, the ACA or other regulatory requirements. Premiums may also include performance incentives and penalties, which are recognized based on contractual terms. We estimate amounts receivable and payable under these contractual terms, and to the extent that such estimated amounts vary from the final amounts paid, the adjustments are included in earnings in the period of final settlement. Premium payments from contracted government agencies are based on eligibility lists produced by the government agencies. Premiums related to the unexpired contractual coverage periods are reflected in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets as unearned income. Premiums include revenue adjustments for retrospectively rated contracts where revenue is based on the estimated loss experience of the contract. Premium rates for certain lines of business are subject to approval by the Department of Insurance of each respective state. Additionally, delays in annual premium rate changes from contracted government agencies require that we defer the recognition of any increases to the period in which the premium rates become final. The value of the impact can be significant in the period in which it is recognized depending on the magnitude of the premium rate increase, the membership to which it applies and the length of the delay between the effective date of the rate increase and the final contract date. Premium rate decreases are recognized in the period the change in premium rate becomes effective and the change in the rate is known, which may be prior to the period when the contract amendment affecting the rate is finalized.
Administrative fees and other revenue include revenue from certain group contracts that provide for the group to be at risk for all, or with supplemental insurance arrangements, a portion, of their claims experience. We charge these fee-based
groups an administrative fee, which is based on the number of members in a group and the group’s claim experience. In addition, administrative fees and other revenue include amounts received for the administration of Medicare, certain other government programs, and administrative services arrangements of our Carelon (Diversified Business Group) subsidiaries, now known as Carelon. Generally, these fee-based arrangements include services which constitute a single suite of services provided and for which consideration is based upon an agreed-upon rate, regardless of the amount of services provided in a given period. As with premiums, these fee-based arrangements may include terms with retroactive rate or membership adjustments, performance incentives and penalties, each of which is a form of variable consideration within the transaction price. As such, these fee-based arrangements contain a single performance obligation that constitutes a series, and revenue is recognized over time as the services are performed. All benefit payments under these programs are excluded from benefit expense.
The determination of whether services are distinct performance obligations that should be accounted for separately or combined as one unit of accounting may require significant judgment. The estimation of variable consideration to be recognized requires significant judgment in the determination of the level of achievement of performance incentives, service level achievements subject to performance penalties, and the completion level of tasks subject to implementation fees.
Product revenue includes revenue for services performed by our CarelonRx PBM for unaffiliated PBM customers. Unaffiliated PBM customers include our fee-based groups that have contracted with CarelonRx for PBM services and third-party health plans. Product revenues and costs of goods sold for our affiliated health plans are eliminated in consolidation. Product revenue for PBM services is recognized using the gross method at the negotiated contract price when CarelonRx has concluded that it is the principal and it controls the services before prescription drugs are transferred to the customer. CarelonRx determined it is the principal due to its contractual rights to design and develop a listing of prescription drugs offered to the customer (formulary management); its control over establishing the pharmacy network available to the customer to have its prescription fulfilled (network management); and its discretion over establishing the pricing for prescription drugs. Overall, control over these activities indicate CarelonRx is primarily responsible for fulfilling the promise to provide PBM services. Product revenue includes ingredient costs (net of any rebates or discounts), including any co-payments made by or on behalf of the customer, and administrative fees. CarelonRx recognizes revenue when control of the prescription drugs is transferred to customers, in an amount it expects to be entitled to in exchange for the products or services provided.
For our non-risk-based contracts, we had no material contract assets, contract liabilities or deferred contract costs recorded on our consolidated balance sheet at December 31, 2022. Revenue recognized in 2022 and 2021 from performance obligations related to prior years, such as due to changes in transaction price, was not material. For contracts that have an original expected duration of greater than one year, revenue expected to be recognized in future periods related to unfulfilled contractual performance obligations and contracts with variable consideration related to undelivered performance obligations is not material.
Cost of Products Sold: CarelonRx’s cost of products sold includes the cost of prescription drugs dispensed to unaffiliated PBM customers (net of rebates or discounts). Cost of products sold includes per-claim administrative fees for prescription fulfillment by its vendor and certain CarelonRx direct costs related to sales and administration of customer contracts.
Share-Based Compensation: Our current compensation philosophy provides for share-based compensation, including stock options, restricted stock awards and an employee stock purchase plan. Stock options are granted for a fixed number of shares with an exercise price at least equal to the fair value of the shares at the date of the grant. Restricted stock awards are issued at the fair value of the stock on the grant date. The employee stock purchase plan allows for a purchase price per share which is 90% of the fair value of a share of common stock on the lower of the first or last trading day of the plan quarter. The employee stock purchase plan discount is recognized as compensation expense based on GAAP guidance. All other share-based payments to employees are recognized as compensation expense in our consolidated statements of income based on their fair values. Additionally, excess tax benefits, which result from actual tax benefits realized when awards vest or options are exercised exceeding deferred tax benefits previously recognized based on grant date fair value, are recognized as tax benefits in the consolidated statements of income.
Advertising and Marketing Costs: We use print, broadcast and other advertising to promote our products and to develop our corporate image. We market our products through direct marketing activities and an extensive network of independent
agents, brokers and retail partnerships for Individual and Medicare customers, and for certain Group risk-based customers with a smaller employee base. Products for Group risk-based customers with a larger employee base are generally sold through independent brokers or consultants retained by the customer who work with industry specialists from our in-house sales force. In the Individual and Group markets, we offer products through state or federally facilitated marketplaces, or Public Exchanges, and off-exchange products. The cost of advertising and marketing for product promotion is expensed as incurred, while advertising and marketing costs associated with our corporate image are expensed when first aired. Total advertising and marketing expense was $511, $588 and $558 for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020, respectively.
Health Insurance Provider Fee: The ACA imposed an annual Health Insurance Provider Fee (“HIP Fee”) on health insurers that wrote certain types of health insurance on U.S. risks, which was permanently repealed effective January 1, 2021. The HIP Fee was non-deductible for federal income tax purposes. Our affected products were priced to cover the increased selling, general and administrative and income tax expenses associated with the HIP Fee when it was in effect. The HIP Fee was $15,523 for 2020 and was permanently eliminated beginning in 2021. For the year ended December 31, 2020, we recognized $1,570 as selling, general and administrative expense related to the HIP Fee.
Leases: We lease office space and certain computer and related equipment under noncancelable operating leases. We determine whether an arrangement is or contains a lease at its inception. We recognize lease liabilities based on the present value of the minimum lease payments not yet paid by using the lease term, any amounts probable of being owed under any residual value guarantees and the discount rate determined at lease commencement. As our leases do not generally provide an implicit rate, we use our incremental secured borrowing rate commensurate with the underlying lease terms to determine the present value of our lease payments. Our lease liabilities may include amounts for options to extend or terminate a lease when it is reasonably certain that we will exercise that option. We recognize operating right-of-use (“ROU”) assets at an amount equal to the lease liability adjusted for prepaid or accrued rent, the remaining balance of any lease incentives and unamortized initial direct costs.
The operating lease liabilities are reported in other current liabilities and other noncurrent liabilities and the related ROU assets are reported in other noncurrent assets on our consolidated balance sheets. Lease expense for our operating leases is calculated on a straight-line basis over the lease term and is reported in selling, general and administrative expense on our consolidated statements of income. For our office space leases, we account for the lease and non-lease components (such as common area maintenance) as a single lease component. We also do not recognize a lease liability or ROU asset for our office space leases whose lease terms, at commencement, are twelve months or less and that do not include a purchase option or option to extend that we are reasonably certain to exercise.
We assess our ROU assets for impairment when there are indicators of impairment and compare the carrying amount of the ROU asset to its estimated undiscounted future cash flows. If the estimated undiscounted future cash flows are less than the carrying amount of the ROU asset, an impairment calculation is performed. An impairment loss is recorded for the difference of the ROU asset’s carrying value that exceeds its estimated discounted cash flows. During the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020, we recorded $34, $136 and $258, respectively, for impairment and abandonment of ROU assets. See Note 18, “Leases” for additional information about the ROU asset impairment and abandonment charges.
Earnings per Share: Earnings per share amounts, on a basic and diluted basis, have been calculated based upon the weighted-average common shares outstanding for the period.
Basic earnings per share excludes dilution and is computed by dividing income available to common shareholders by the weighted-average number of common shares outstanding for the period. Diluted earnings per share may include the dilutive effect of stock options, restricted stock and convertible debentures, using the treasury stock method. The treasury stock method assumes exercise of stock options and vesting of restricted stock, with the assumed proceeds used to purchase common stock at the average market price for the period. The difference between the number of shares assumed issued and the number of shares assumed purchased represents the dilutive shares.
Recently Adopted Accounting Guidance: In January 2021, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2021-01, Reference Rate Reform (Topic 848) (“ASU 2021-01”). The amendments in ASU 2021-01 provide optional expedients and exceptions for applying GAAP to contract modifications and hedging relationships, subject to meeting certain criteria, that reference the London Interbank Offered Rate (“LIBOR”) or another reference rate expected to be discontinued because of the
reference rate reform. The provisions must be applied at a Topic, Subtopic, or Industry Subtopic level for all transactions other than derivatives, which may be applied at a hedging relationship level. We adopted ASU 2021-01 on January 7, 2021, and the adoption did not have an impact on our consolidated financial position, results of operations or cash flows.
In October 2020, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2020-08, Codification Improvements to Subtopic 310-20, Receivables—Nonrefundable Fees and Other Costs (“ASU 2020-08”). The amendments in ASU 2020-08 clarify when an entity should assess whether a callable debt security is within the scope of accounting guidance, which impacts the amortization period for nonrefundable fees and other costs. ASU 2020-08 became effective for interim and annual reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2020. The amendments were applied on a prospective basis as of the beginning of the period of adoption for existing or newly purchased callable debt securities. We adopted ASU 2020-08 on January 1, 2021, and the adoption did not have an impact on our consolidated financial position, results of operations or cash flows.
In August 2020, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2020-06, Debt—Debt with Conversion and Other Options (Subtopic 470-20) and Derivatives and Hedging—Contracts in Entity’s Own Equity (Subtopic 815-40): Accounting for Convertible Instruments and Contracts in an Entity’s Own Equity (“ASU 2020-06”). The amendments eliminate two of the three accounting models that require separate accounting for convertible features of debt securities, simplify the contract settlement assessment for equity classification, require the use of the if-converted method for all convertible instruments in the diluted earnings per share calculation and expand disclosure requirements. The amendments became effective for our annual and interim reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2021. We adopted ASU 2020-06 on January 1, 2022 using the modified retrospective transition method, which resulted in an increase to our reported debt outstanding of $31, a decrease to our deferred tax liabilities of $8, and a corresponding cumulative-effect reduction to our opening retained earnings of $23, eliminating the bifurcation of the embedded conversion option; these amounts were not material to our overall consolidated financial position. The adoption of ASU 2020-06 did not have an impact on our results of operations or our consolidated cash flows. Use of the if-converted method did not have an impact on our overall earnings per share calculation.
In December 2019, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2019-12, Income Taxes (Topic 740): Simplifying the Accounting for Income Taxes (“ASU 2019-12”). The amendments in ASU 2019-12 remove certain exceptions to the general principles in Accounting Standards Codification Topic 740. The amendments also clarify and amend existing guidance to improve consistent application. The amendments became effective for our annual reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2020. The transition method (retrospective, modified retrospective, or prospective basis) related to the amendments depends on the applicable guidance, and all amendments for which there is no transition guidance specified are to be applied on a prospective basis. We adopted ASU 2019-12 on January 1, 2021, and the adoption did not have an impact on our consolidated financial position, results of operations or cash flows.
Recent Accounting Guidance Not Yet Adopted: In November 2020, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2020-11, Financial Services—Insurance (Topic 944): Effective Date and Early Application (“ASU 2020-11”). The amendments in ASU 2020-11 make changes to the effective date and early application of Accounting Standards Update No. 2018-12, Financial Services—Insurance (Topic 944): Targeted Improvements to the Accounting for Long-Duration Contracts (“ASU 2018-12”), which was issued in November 2018. The amendments in ASU 2020-11 extended the original effective date by one year, with the amendments required for our interim and annual reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2022. This standard requires the Company to review cash flow assumptions for its long-duration insurance contracts at least annually and recognize the effect of changes in future cash flow assumptions in net income. This standard also requires the Company to update discount rate assumptions quarterly and recognize the effect of changes in these assumptions in other comprehensive income. The rate used to discount the Company’s reserves for future policy benefits will be based on an estimate of the yield for an upper-medium grade fixed-income instrument with a duration profile matching that of the Company’s liabilities. In addition, this standard changes the amortization method for deferred acquisition costs. The Company adopted the new standard on January 1, 2023, using the modified retrospective transition method for changes to the liability for future policy benefits and deferred acquisition costs as of the earliest period presented, January 1, 2021. The adoption did not have a material impact on our consolidated financial position, results of operations, cash flows, or related disclosures.
There were no other new accounting pronouncements that were issued or became effective during the year ended December 31, 2022 that had, or are expected to have, a material impact on our financial position, results of operations, cash flows or financial statement disclosures.
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Business Acquisitions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Business Combinations [Abstract]  
Business Acquisitions Business Acquisitions
Completed Acquisitions
During the year ended December 31, 2022, we completed business combinations for total cash consideration of approximately $752. These acquisitions included Integra MLTC, Inc. (“Integra”), acquired May 2022, which is a managed long-term care plan that serves New York state Medicaid members, enabling adults with long-term care needs and disabilities to live safely and independently in their own homes. The purchase prices for all business combinations were allocated to the tangible and intangible net assets acquired based on management’s initial estimates of their fair values, of which $89 was allocated to finite-lived intangible assets, $250 to indefinite-lived intangible assets, and $145 to goodwill. The intangible assets and goodwill acquired were assigned to our Government Business reportable segment. The majority of goodwill is deductible for income tax purposes. As of December 31, 2022, the initial accounting for the acquisitions completed in 2022 had not been finalized. Any subsequent adjustments made to the assets acquired or liabilities assumed during the measurement period will be recorded as an adjustment to goodwill. The proforma effects of these acquisitions for prior periods were not material to our consolidated results of operations.
During the year ended December 31, 2021, we completed business combinations for total cash consideration of approximately $4,021. These acquisitions included myNEXUS, Inc. (“myNEXUS”), acquired April 2021, a comprehensive home-based nursing management company for payors, and MMM Holdings, LLC (“MMM”), acquired June 2021, including its Medicare Advantage plan, Medicaid plan, and other affiliated companies. The purchase prices for all business combinations were allocated to the tangible and intangible net assets acquired based on management’s final estimates of their fair values, of which $1,577 was allocated to finite-lived intangible assets, $20 to indefinite-lived intangible assets, and $2,531 to goodwill, including measurement period adjustments of $10 during the year ended December 31, 2022. Of these amounts, $795 was allocated to our Other reportable segment and $3,333 to our Government Business reportable segment.The majority of goodwill is not deductible for income tax purposes.
Acquired tangible assets (liabilities) at the acquisition date were:
20222021
Cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments$170 $808 
Accounts receivable and other current assets240 295 
Property, equipment and other long-term assets109 102 
Medical claims and other policyholder liabilities payable(185)(571)
Accounts payable and other current liabilities(20)(179)
Other long-term liabilities(15)(6)
Deferred tax liabilities(32)(556)
Total net tangible assets$267 $(107)
The preliminary purchase price allocations for the various business combinations are subject to adjustment as valuation analyses, primarily related to intangible assets and contingent and tax liabilities, are finalized.
Acquisition date fair values and weighted-average useful lives assigned to intangible assets include:
20222021
Fair ValueWeighted Average Useful LifeFair ValueWeighted Average Useful Life
Customer-related$85 10 years$1,313 13 years
Provider and hospital relationships15 years240 14 years
Other 0.5 years24 13 years
State Medicaid licenses 250 Indefinite20 Indefinite
Total intangible assets$339 $1,597 
The results of operations and financial condition of acquired entities have been included in our consolidated results and the results of the corresponding operating segment as of the date of acquisition. Through December 31, 2022, the impact of the acquired entities on revenue and net earnings was not material. Unaudited pro forma revenues for the years ended December 31, 2022 and 2021 as if the acquisitions had occurred on January 1, 2021 were immaterial for both periods. The pro forma effects of the acquisitions on net earnings were immaterial for both years.
Pending Acquisitions
Louisiana Health Service & Indemnity Company (d/b/a Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana)
On January 23, 2023, we announced our entrance into an agreement to acquire Louisiana Health Service & Indemnity Company, d/b/a Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, an independent licensee of the BCBSA that provides healthcare plans to the Individual, Group, Medicaid and Medicare markets, primarily in the State of Louisiana. This acquisition aligns with our vision to be an innovative, valuable and inclusive healthcare partner by providing care management programs that improve the lives of the people we serve. The acquisition is expected to close by the end of the fourth quarter of 2023 and is subject to standard closing conditions and customary approvals.
BioPlus Parent, LLC
On November 9, 2022, we announced our entrance into an agreement with CarepathRx Aggregator, LLC to acquire its specialty pharmacy division, which includes BioPlus Parent, LLC (“BioPlus”) and subsidiaries. BioPlus is one of the largest independent specialty pharmacy organizations in the United States and seeks to connect payors and providers of specialty pharmaceuticals to meet the medication therapy needs of patients with complex medical conditions. This acquisition aligns with our vision to be an innovative, valuable and inclusive healthcare partner by providing care management programs that improve the lives of the people we serve. The acquisition was completed on February 15, 2023, and initial purchase accounting for the acquisition has not been finalized.
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Business Optimization Initiatives
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2020
Business Optimization Initiatives [Abstract]  
Business Optimization Initiatives Business Optimization Initiatives
We believe that our properties are adequate and suitable for our business as presently conducted; however, we are continuing to evaluate our real estate strategy as it relates to the changing needs of a more hybrid remote workforce. As a result, during 2022, we identified additional reductions of office space and recorded a net charge of $39 in selling, general and administrative expenses. This charge includes $34 for impairment and abandonment of operating-lease related ROU assets and $7 for impairment and abandonment of property and equipment. In addition, we released $2 of employee termination costs, as reflected in the table below. The net charges recognized in the Commercial & Specialty Business, Government Business, CarelonRx and Other segments in 2022, were $20, $16, $0 and $3, respectively. See Note 20, “Segment Information” for a discussion of our segments.
During 2021, we identified reductions of office space and recorded a charge of $202 in selling, general and administrative expenses. This charge included $136 for impairment and abandonment of operating-lease related ROU assets and $66 for impairment and abandonment of property and equipment. The charges recognized in the Commercial & Specialty Business, Government Business, CarelonRx and Other segments in 2021, were $108, $60, $1 and $33, respectively.
During 2020, our management introduced enterprise-wide initiatives to optimize our business and, as a result, we recorded a charge of $653 in selling, general and administrative expenses. This charge included $258 for impairment and abandonment of operating-lease related ROU assets, $198 for impairment and abandonment of property and equipment and $197 for future payments for employee termination costs in connection with the repositioning and reskilling of our workforce. The charges recognized in the Commercial & Specialty Business, Government Business, CarelonRx and Other segments in 2020, were $311, $205, $4 and $133, respectively.
A summary of the activity for the year ended December 31, 2022 and ending balance at December 31, 2022, related to the liability for employee termination costs previously incurred in 2020, is as follows:
Commercial & Specialty BusinessGovernment BusinessCarelonRxOtherTotal
2020 Business Optimization Initiatives
Liabilities for employee termination costs at January 1, 2022
$61 $57 $$$122 
Payments(20)(18)— (1)(39)
Releases— — — (2)(2)
Total liabilities for employee termination costs ending balance at December 31, 2022
$41 $39 $$— $81 
v3.22.4
Investments
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Investments [Abstract]  
Investment [Text Block] Investments
Certain prior year residential and commercial mortgage-backed securities have been reclassified throughout this Note 5 and Note 7, “Fair Value” to conform to the current year presentation.
A summary of current and long-term fixed maturity securities, available-for-sale, at December 31, 2022 and 2021 is as follows:
Cost or
Amortized
Cost
Gross
Unrealized
Gains
Gross
Unrealized
Losses
Allowance For Credit LossesEstimated
Fair Value
 
December 31, 2022
Fixed maturity securities:
United States Government securities$1,502 $$(103)$— $1,401 
Government sponsored securities82 (5)— 78 
Foreign government securities321 (46)(2)274 
States, municipalities and political subdivisions, tax-exempt4,389 19 (265)— 4,143 
Corporate securities13,721 31 (1,218)(5)12,529 
Residential mortgage-backed securities2,978 (324)— 2,663 
Commercial mortgage-backed securities
2,055 (176)(2)1,878 
 Other asset-backed securities3,967 12 (241)— 3,738 
Total fixed maturity securities$29,015 $76 $(2,378)$(9)$26,704 
December 31, 2021
Fixed maturity securities:
United States Government securities$1,443 $$(18)$— $1,432 
Government sponsored securities65 (1)— 68 
Foreign government securities353 (13)— 347 
States, municipalities and political subdivisions, tax-exempt
5,321 310 (10)— 5,621 
Corporate securities12,044 401 (78)(4)12,363 
Residential mortgage-backed securities2,492 48 (22)— 2,518 
Commercial mortgage-backed securities
1,632 29 (16)(2)1,643 
Other asset-backed securities2,907 24 (24)— 2,907 
Total fixed maturity securities$26,257 $830 $(182)$(6)$26,899 
Other asset-backed securities primarily consist of collateralized loan obligations and other debt securities.
For fixed maturity securities in an unrealized loss position at December 31, 2022 and 2021, the following table summarizes the aggregate fair values and gross unrealized losses by length of time those securities have continuously been in an unrealized loss position.
 Less than 12 Months12 Months or Greater
 Number of
Securities
Estimated
Fair Value
Gross
Unrealized
Loss
Number of
Securities
Estimated
Fair Value
Gross
Unrealized
Loss
(Securities are whole amounts)      
December 31, 2022
Fixed maturity securities:
United States Government securities61 $701 $(40)38 $442 $(63)
Government sponsored securities39 73 (4)(1)
Foreign government securities150 100 (10)198 142 (36)
States, municipalities and political subdivisions, tax-exempt
1,398 2,615 (147)396 652 (118)
Corporate securities3,551 7,826 (549)2,204 3,521 (669)
Residential mortgage-backed securities1,341 1,435 (121)496 982 (203)
Commercial mortgage-backed securities457 1,082 (76)324 719 (100)
Other asset-backed securities784 2,203 (124)398 1,074 (117)
Total fixed maturity securities7,781 $16,035 $(1,071)4,060 $7,537 $(1,307)
December 31, 2021
Fixed maturity securities:
United States Government securities
51 $990 $(11)27 $176 $(7)
Government sponsored securities
— — — (1)
Foreign government securities188 143 (8)68 41 (5)
States, municipalities and political subdivisions, tax-exempt
281 634 (9)16 (1)
Corporate securities
1,846 3,310 (57)403 485 (21)
Residential mortgage-backed securities
422 1,295 (19)63 44 (3)
Commercial mortgage-backed securities
272 676 (8)66 137 (8)
Other asset-backed securities511 1,707 (19)50 85 (5)
Total fixed maturity securities3,571 $8,755 $(131)686 $985 $(51)
Unrealized losses on our securities shown in the table above have not been recognized into income because, as of December 31, 2022, we do not intend to sell these investments and it is likely that we will not be required to sell these investments prior to their anticipated recovery. The declines in fair values are largely due to increasing interest rates driven by the higher rate of inflation and other market conditions.
Allowances for credit losses have been recorded in the amounts of $9 and $6 at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively, for declines in fair value due to unfavorable changes in the credit quality characteristics that impact our assessment of collectability of principal and interest.
The amortized cost and fair value of fixed maturity securities at December 31, 2022, by contractual maturity, are shown below. Expected maturities may differ from contractual maturities because the issuers of the securities may have the right to prepay obligations.
Amortized
Cost
Estimated
Fair Value
Due in one year or less$726 $720 
Due after one year through five years7,489 7,095 
Due after five years through ten years9,512 8,703 
Due after ten years6,255 5,645 
Mortgage-backed securities5,033 4,541 
Total fixed maturity securities$29,015 $26,704 
Equity Securities
A summary of current equity securities at December 31, 2022 and 2021 is as follows:
December 31, 2022December 31, 2021
Equity Securities:
Exchange traded funds$822 $1,750 
Common equity securities43 42 
Private equity securities88 89 
Total$953 $1,881 
Investment Income
The major categories of net investment income for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 are as follows:
202220212020
Fixed maturity securities$971 $755 $725 
Equity securities48 43 71 
Cash equivalents77 28 
Other invested assets432 616 91 
Investment income1,528 1,419 915 
Investment expenses(43)(41)(38)
Net investment income$1,485 $1,378 $877 
Investment (Losses) Gains
Net investment (losses) gains for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 are as follows:
202220212020
Net gains (losses):
Fixed maturity securities:
Gross realized gains from sales$52 $170 $175 
Gross realized losses from sales(469)(44)(105)
Impairment (losses) recoveries recognized in income(31)(7)
Net realized gains on fixed maturity securities(448)127 63 
Equity securities:
Unrealized (losses) gains recognized on equity securities still held(78)133 
Net realized (losses) gains recognized on equity securities sold(102)(73)61 
Net (losses) gains on equity securities(180)(71)194 
Other investments:
Gross gains96 293 18 
Gross losses(64)(22)— 
Impairment losses recognized in income(34)(16)(91)
Net (losses) gains on other investments(2)255 (73)
Net (losses) gains on investments$(630)$311 $184 
A primary objective in the management of our fixed maturity and equity portfolios is to maximize total return relative to underlying liabilities and respective liquidity needs. In achieving this goal, assets may be sold to take advantage of market conditions or other investment opportunities as well as tax considerations. Sales will generally produce realized gains and losses. In the ordinary course of business, we may sell securities at a loss for a number of reasons, including, but not limited to: (i) changes in the investment environment; (ii) expectations that the fair value could deteriorate further; (iii) desire to reduce exposure to an issuer or an industry; (iv) changes in credit quality; or (v) changes in expected cash flow.
Total proceeds from sales, maturities, calls or redemptions of fixed maturity securities was $22,048, $10,565 and $11,122 for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020, respectively.
A significant judgment in the valuation of investments is the determination of when a credit loss has occurred. We follow a consistent and systematic process for recognizing impairments on securities that sustain credit declines in value. We have established a committee responsible for the impairment review process. The decision to impair a security incorporates both quantitative criteria and qualitative information. The impairment review process considers a number of factors including, but not limited to: (i) the extent to which the fair value is less than book value, (ii) the financial condition and near term prospects of the issuer, (iii) our intent and ability to retain impaired investments for a period of time sufficient to allow for any anticipated recovery in fair value, (iv) our intent to sell or the likelihood that we will need to sell a fixed maturity security before recovery of its amortized cost basis, (v) whether the debtor is current on interest and principal payments, (vi) the reasons for the decline in value (i.e., credit event compared to liquidity, general credit spread widening, currency exchange rate or interest rate factors) and (vii) general market conditions and industry or sector specific factors. When a decision has been made to sell an impaired security or it is more likely than not that the impaired security will be required to be disposed of prior to recovery of its cost basis, the security is written down to fair value at the reporting date. For all other impaired securities, if the impairment is deemed to be credit related, an allowance is created.
Investment securities are exposed to various risks, such as interest rate, market and credit. Due to the level of risk associated with certain investment securities and the level of uncertainty related to changes in the value of investment securities, it is possible that changes in these risk factors in the near term could have a material adverse impact on our results of operations or shareholders’ equity.
At December 31, 2022 and 2021, there were no individual investments that exceeded 10% of shareholders’ equity.
At December 31, 2022 and 2021, there were eight and two, respectively, fixed maturity investments that did not produce income during the years then ended.
As of December 31, 2022 and 2021, we had committed approximately $1,504 and $1,558, respectively, to future capital calls from various third-party investments in exchange for an ownership interest in the related entities.
As of December 31, 2022 and 2021, we had committed approximately $185 and $329, respectively, to future investments in rated notes.
At December 31, 2022 and 2021, securities with carrying values of approximately $752 and $632, respectively, were deposited by our insurance subsidiaries under requirements of regulatory authorities.
Accrued Investment Income
Accrued investment income totaled $245 and $205 at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively. We recognize accrued investment income under the caption “Other receivables” on our consolidated balance sheets.
Securities Lending Programs
The fair value of the collateral received at the time of the securities lending transactions amounted to $2,457 and $2,155 at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively. The value of the collateral represented 102% of the market value of the securities on loan at each of December 31, 2022 and 2021.
We recognize the collateral as an asset under the caption “Other current assets” in our consolidated balance sheets, and we recognize a corresponding liability for the obligation to return the collateral to the borrower under the caption “Other current liabilities.” The securities on loan are reported in the applicable investment category on our consolidated balance sheets.
At December 31, 2022 and 2021, the remaining contractual maturities of our securities lending transactions included overnight and continuous transactions of cash for $2,221 and $1,874, respectively, United States Government securities for $224 and $281, respectively, and residential mortgage-backed securities for $12 and $0, respectively.
v3.22.4
Derivative Financial Instruments
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract]  
Derivative Financial Instruments Derivative Financial Instruments
We primarily invest in the following types of derivative financial instruments: interest rate swaps, futures, forward contracts, put and call options, collars, swaptions, embedded derivatives and warrants. We also enter into master netting agreements which reduce credit risk by permitting net settlement of transactions. At December 31, 2022 and 2021, we had received collateral of $57 and $18, respectively, related to our derivative financial instruments.
A summary of the aggregate contractual or notional amounts and estimated fair values related to derivative financial instruments at December 31, 2022 and 2021 is as follows:
 Contractual/
Notional
Amount
Balance Sheet LocationEstimated Fair Value
Asset(Liability)
December 31, 2022
Hedging instruments
Interest rate swaps - fixed to floating$1,125 Other assets/other liabilities$$(60)
Non-hedging instruments
Derivatives embedded in convertible fixed maturity securities18 Fixed Maturity Securities— 
Interest rate swapsEquity securities/other assets/other liabilities — — 
Options— Other assets/other liabilities— 
Collars19 Equity securities 23 (9)
Futures358 Equity securities (2)
Subtotal non-hedging400 Subtotal non-hedging30 (11)
Total derivatives$1,525 Total derivatives33 (71)
Amounts netted(12)12 
Net derivatives$21 $(59)
December 31, 2021
Hedging instruments
Interest rate swaps - fixed to floating$825 Other assets/other liabilities$23 $(5)
Non-hedging instruments
Interest rate swaps119 Equity securities/other assets/other liabilities — (5)
Options100 Other assets/other liabilities— — 
Collars19 Equity securities21 (17)
Futures344 Equity securities (2)
Subtotal non-hedging582 Subtotal non-hedging24 (24)
Total derivatives$1,407 Total derivatives47 (29)
Amounts netted(21)21 
Net derivatives$26 $(8)
Fair Value Hedges
We have entered into various interest rate swap contracts to convert a portion of our interest rate exposure on our long-term debt from fixed rates to floating rates. The floating rates payable on all of our fair value hedges are benchmarked to the LIBOR or the Secured Overnight Financing Rate. A summary of our outstanding fair value hedges at December 31, 2022 and 2021 is as follows:
Type of Fair Value HedgesYear
Entered
Into
Outstanding Notional AmountInterest Rate
Received
Expiration Date
20222021
Interest rate swap
2022$150 $— 5.500 %April 15, 2032
Interest rate swap
202275 — 4.101 September 1, 2027
Interest rate swap
202275 — 2.250 November 15, 2029
Interest rate swap2021150 150 2.550 September 15, 2030
Interest rate swap2021100 100 2.250 November 15, 2029
Interest rate swap202075 75 4.101 September 1, 2027
Interest rate swap
201850 50 4.101 September 1, 2027
Interest rate swap
2018450 450 3.300 January 15, 2023
Total notional amount outstanding
$1,125 $825 
The following amounts were recorded on our consolidated balance sheets related to cumulative basis adjustments for fair value hedges at December 31, 2022 and 2021:
Balance Sheet Classification in Which Hedged Item is IncludedCarrying Amount of Hedged LiabilityCumulative Amount of Fair Value Hedging Adjustment Included in the Carrying Amount of the Hedged Liability
2022202120222021
Long-term debt$22,349 $21,157 $(57)$18 
Cash Flow Hedges
We have entered into a series of forward starting pay fixed interest rate swaps with the objective of eliminating the variability of cash flows in the interest payments on future financings that were anticipated at the time of entering into the swaps. During 2022 and 2021, swaps in the notional amount of $700 and $450, respectively, were terminated.
The unrecognized loss for all expired and terminated cash flow hedges included in accumulated other comprehensive loss, net of tax, was $229 and $239 at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively. As of December 31, 2022, the total amount of amortization over the next twelve months for all cash flow hedges is estimated to increase interest expense by approximately $13. No amounts were excluded from effectiveness testing.
Non-Hedging Derivatives
A summary of the effect of non-hedging derivatives on our consolidated statements of income for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 is as follows:
Type of Non-hedging DerivativesIncome Statement Location of
Gain (Loss) Recognized
Derivative
(Loss) Gain
Recognized
Year ended December 31, 2022
Derivatives embedded in convertible securitiesNet (losses) gains on financial instruments$(3)
Interest rate swapsNet (losses) gains on financial instruments(4)
Options (including swaptions)Net (losses) gains on financial instruments13 
CollarsNet (losses) gains on financial instruments10 
FuturesNet (losses) gains on financial instruments64 
Total$80 
Year ended December 31, 2021
Interest rate swapsNet (losses) gains on financial instruments$(4)
CollarsNet (losses) gains on financial instruments4 
FuturesNet (losses) gains on financial instruments7 
Total$
Year ended December 31, 2020
Interest rate swapsNet (losses) gains on financial instruments$(1)
OptionsNet (losses) gains on financial instruments(5)
FuturesNet (losses) gains on financial instruments4 
Total$(2)
v3.22.4
Fair Value
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]  
Fair Value Fair Value
Assets and liabilities recorded at fair value in the consolidated balance sheets are categorized based upon the level of judgment associated with the inputs used to measure their fair value. Level inputs, as defined by FASB guidance for fair value measurements and disclosures, are as follows:
Level Input: Input Definition:
Level I Inputs are unadjusted, quoted prices for identical assets or liabilities in active markets at the measurement date.
Level II Inputs other than quoted prices included in Level I that are observable for the asset or liability through corroboration with market data at the measurement date.
Level III Unobservable inputs that reflect management’s best estimate of what market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability at the measurement date.
The following methods, assumptions and inputs were used to determine the fair value of each class of the following assets and liabilities recorded at fair value in the consolidated balance sheets:
Cash equivalents: Cash equivalents primarily consist of highly rated money market funds with maturities of three months or less, and are purchased daily at par value with specified yield rates. Due to the high ratings and short-term nature of the funds, we designate all cash equivalents as Level I.
Fixed maturity securities, available-for-sale: Fair values of available-for-sale fixed maturity securities are based on quoted market prices, where available. These fair values are obtained primarily from third-party pricing services, which generally use Level I or Level II inputs for the determination of fair value to facilitate fair value measurements and disclosures. Level II securities primarily include corporate securities, securities from states, municipalities and political
subdivisions, mortgage-backed securities, United States Government securities, foreign government securities, and certain other asset-backed securities. For securities not actively traded, the pricing services may use quoted market prices of comparable instruments or discounted cash flow analyses, incorporating inputs that are currently observable in the markets for similar securities. We have controls in place to review the pricing services’ qualifications and procedures used to determine fair values. In addition, we periodically review the pricing services’ pricing methodologies, data sources and pricing inputs to ensure the fair values obtained are reasonable. Inputs that are often used in the valuation methodologies include, but are not limited to, broker quotes, benchmark yields, credit spreads, default rates and prepayment speeds. We also have certain fixed maturity securities, primarily collateralized loan obligation securities and corporate debt securities, that are designated Level III securities. For these securities, the valuation methodologies may incorporate broker quotes or discounted cash flow analyses using assumptions for inputs such as expected cash flows, benchmark yields, credit spreads, default rates and prepayment speeds that are not observable in the markets.
Equity securities: Fair values of equity securities are generally designated as Level I and are based on quoted market prices. For certain equity securities, quoted market prices for the identical security are not always available, and the fair value is estimated by reference to similar securities for which quoted prices are available. These securities are designated Level II. We also have certain equity securities, including private equity securities, for which the fair value is estimated based on each security’s current condition and future cash flow projections. Such securities are designated Level III. The fair values of these private equity securities are generally based on either broker quotes or discounted cash flow projections using assumptions for inputs such as the weighted-average cost of capital, long-term revenue growth rates and earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization, and/or revenue multiples that are not observable in the markets.
Securities lending collateral: Fair values of securities lending collateral are based on quoted market prices, where available. These fair values are obtained primarily from third-party pricing services, which generally use Level I or Level II inputs for the determination of fair value, to facilitate fair value measurements and disclosures.
Derivatives: Fair values are based on the quoted market prices by the financial institution that is the counterparty to the derivative transaction. We independently verify prices provided by the counterparties using valuation models that incorporate market observable inputs for similar derivative transactions. Derivatives are designated as Level II securities. Derivatives presented within the fair value hierarchy table below are presented on a gross basis and not on a master netting basis by counterparty.
In addition, the following methods and assumptions were used to determine the fair value of each class of pension benefit plan assets and other benefit plan assets not defined above (see Note 11, “Retirement Benefits,” for fair values of benefit plan assets):
Mutual funds: Fair values are based on quoted market prices, which represent the net asset value (“NAV”) of the shares held.
Partnership investments: Fair values are estimated based on the plan’s proportionate share of the undistributed partners’ capital as reported in audited financial statements of the partnership. In accordance with FASB guidance, certain investments that are measured at fair value using the NAV per share as a practical expedient or the fair value measurement alternative have been classified in the fair value hierarchy. The fair value amounts presented are intended to permit reconciliation of the fair value hierarchy to the total investments of the master trust.
Commingled fund: Fair value is based on NAV per fund share, primarily derived from the quoted prices in active markets on the underlying equity securities.

Contract with insurance company: Fair value of the contract in the insurance company general investment account is determined by the insurance company based on the fair value of the underlying investments of the account.
Investment in DOL 103-12 trust: Fair value is based on the plan’s proportionate share of the fair value of investments held by the trust, qualified as a Department of Labor Regulation 2520.103-12 entity (“DOL 103-12 trust”) as reported in the audited financial statements of the trust, where the trustee applies fair value measurements to the underlying investments of the trust.
Life insurance contracts: Fair value is based on the cash surrender value of the policies as reported by the insurer.
A summary of fair value measurements by level for assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis at December 31, 2022 and 2021 is as follows:
Level ILevel IILevel IIITotal
December 31, 2022
Assets:
Cash equivalents$3,567 $— $— $3,567 
Fixed maturity securities, available-for-sale:
United States Government securities— 1,401 — 1,401 
Government sponsored securities— 78 — 78 
Foreign government securities— 274 — 274 
States, municipalities and political subdivisions, tax-exempt— 4,143 — 4,143 
Corporate securities— 12,392 137 12,529 
Residential mortgage-backed securities— 2,663 — 2,663 
Commercial mortgage-backed securities— 1,878 — 1,878 
Other asset-backed securities— 3,382 356 3,738 
Total fixed maturity securities, available-for-sale— 26,211 493 26,704 
Equity securities:
Exchange traded funds822 — — 822 
Common equity securities41 — 43 
Private equity securities— — 88 88 
Total equity securities824 41 88 953 
Other invested assets - common equity securities103 — — 103 
Securities lending collateral— 2,457 — 2,457 
Derivatives - other assets— — 
Total assets$4,494 $28,712 $581 $33,787 
Liabilities:
Derivatives - other liabilities$— $(60)$— $(60)
Total liabilities$— $(60)$— $(60)
December 31, 2021
Assets:
Cash equivalents$2,415 $— $— $2,415 
Fixed maturity securities, available-for-sale:
United States Government securities— 1,432 — 1,432 
Government sponsored securities— 68 — 68 
Foreign government securities— 347 — 347 
States, municipalities and political subdivisions, tax-exempt— 5,621 — 5,621 
Corporate securities— 12,027 336 12,363 
Residential mortgage-backed securities— 2,513 2,518 
Commercial mortgage-backed securities— 1,643 — 1,643 
Other asset-backed securities— 2,888 19 2,907 
Total fixed maturity securities, available-for-sale— 26,539 360 26,899 
Equity securities:
Exchange traded funds1,750 — — 1,750 
Common equity securities34 — 42 
Private equity securities— — 89 89 
Total equity securities1,758 34 89 1,881 
Other invested assets - common equity securities138 — — 138 
Securities lending collateral— 2,155 — 2,155 
Derivatives - other assets— 19 — 19 
Total assets$4,311 $28,747 $449 $33,507 
Liabilities:
Derivatives - other liabilities$— $(1)$— $(1)
Total liabilities$— $(1)$— $(1)
A reconciliation of the beginning and ending balances of assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis using Level III inputs for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 is as follows:
Corporate
Securities
Residential
Mortgage-
backed
Securities
Other Asset-Backed SecuritiesEquity
Securities
Total
Year ended December 31, 2022
Beginning balance at January 1, 2022$336 $$19 $89 $449 
Total gains (losses):
Recognized in net income— — (1)— (1)
Recognized in accumulated other comprehensive income(1)— (16)— (17)
Purchases56 — 370 17 443 
Sales(210)— (14)(18)(242)
Settlements(41)— — — (41)
Transfers into Level III— — — 
Transfers out of Level III(12)(5)(2)— (19)
Ending balance at December 31, 2022$137 $— $356 $88 $581 
Change in unrealized gains or losses included in net income related to assets still held at December 31, 2022$— $— $— $— $— 
Year ended December 31, 2021
Beginning balance at January 1, 2021$325 $$$60 $392 
Total gains (losses):
Recognized in net income— — 17 19 
Recognized in accumulated other comprehensive income— — — 
Purchases179 17 16 216 
Sales(18)— — (4)(22)
Settlements(157)— — — (157)
Transfers into Level III— — — 
Transfers out of Level III(1)(1)(3)— (5)
Ending balance at December 31, 2021$336 $$19 $89 $449 
Change in unrealized gains or losses included in net income related to assets still held at December 31, 2021$— $— $— $18 $18 
Year ended December 31, 2020
Beginning balance at January 1, 2020$303 $$$85 $397 
Total gains (losses):
Recognized in net income(3)— — (19)(22)
Recognized in accumulated other comprehensive income(5)— — — (5)
Purchases85 — — 16 101 
Sales(19)— — (22)(41)
Settlements(44)— (2)— (46)
Transfers into Level III10 — — — 10 
Transfers out of Level III(2)— — — (2)
Ending balance at December 31, 2020$325 $$$60 $392 
Change in unrealized gains or losses included in net income related to assets still held at December 31, 2020$— $— $— $(19)$(19)
There were no individually material transfers into or out of Level III during the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 or 2020.
Certain assets and liabilities are measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis; that is, the instruments are not measured at fair value on an ongoing basis but are subject to fair value adjustments only in certain circumstances. As disclosed in Note 3, “Business Acquisitions,” we completed our acquisition of Integra in 2022 and the acquisitions of myNEXUS and MMM
during 2021. The net assets acquired in our acquisitions of Integra, myNEXUS, and MMM and resulting goodwill and other intangible assets were recorded at fair value primarily using Level III inputs. The majority of assets acquired and liabilities assumed were recorded at their carrying values as of the respective date of acquisition, as their carrying values approximated their fair values due to their short-term nature. The fair values of goodwill and other intangible assets acquired in our acquisitions of Integra, myNEXUS and MMM were internally estimated based on the income approach. The income approach estimates fair value based on the present value of the cash flows that the assets could be expected to generate in the future. We developed internal estimates for the expected cash flows and discount rate in the present value calculation. Other than the assets acquired and liabilities assumed in our acquisitions of Integra, myNEXUS and MMM described above, there were no material assets or liabilities measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis during the years ended December 31, 2022 or 2021.
Our valuation policy is determined by members of our treasury and accounting departments. Whenever possible, our policy is to obtain quoted market prices in active markets to estimate fair values for recognition and disclosure purposes. Where quoted market prices in active markets are not available, fair values are estimated using discounted cash flow analyses, broker quotes, unobservable inputs or other valuation techniques. These techniques are significantly affected by our assumptions, including discount rates and estimates of future cash flows. The use of assumptions for unobservable inputs for the determination of fair value involves a level of judgment and uncertainty. Changes in assumptions that reasonably could have been different at the reporting date may result in a higher or lower determination of fair value. Changes in fair value measurements, if significant, may affect performance of cash flows.
Potential taxes and other transaction costs are not considered in estimating fair values. Our valuation policy is generally to obtain quoted prices for each security from third-party pricing services, which are derived through recently reported trades for identical or similar securities making adjustments through the reporting date based upon available market observable information. As we are responsible for the determination of fair value, we perform analysis on the prices received from the pricing services to determine whether the prices are reasonable estimates of fair value. This analysis is performed by our internal treasury personnel who are familiar with our investment portfolios, the pricing services engaged and the valuation techniques and inputs used. Our analysis includes procedures such as a review of month-to-month price fluctuations and price comparisons to secondary pricing services. There were no adjustments to quoted market prices obtained from the pricing services during the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 or 2020.
In addition to the preceding disclosures on assets recorded at fair value in the consolidated balance sheets, FASB guidance also requires the disclosure of fair values for certain other financial instruments for which it is practicable to estimate fair value, whether or not such values are recognized in the consolidated balance sheets.
Non-financial instruments such as real estate, property and equipment, other current assets, deferred income taxes, intangible assets and certain financial instruments, such as policy liabilities, are excluded from the fair value disclosures. Therefore, the fair value amounts cannot be aggregated to determine our underlying economic value.
The carrying amounts reported in the consolidated balance sheets for cash, premium receivables, self-funded receivables, other receivables, unearned income, accounts payable and accrued expenses, and certain other current liabilities approximate fair value because of the short-term nature of these items. These assets and liabilities are not listed in the table below.
The following methods and assumptions were used to estimate the fair value of each class of financial instrument that is recorded at its carrying value on the consolidated balance sheets:
Other invested assets: Other invested assets primarily include our investments in limited partnerships, joint ventures and other non-controlled corporations and mortgage loans, as well as the cash surrender value of corporate-owned life insurance policies. Investments in limited partnerships, joint ventures and other non-controlled corporations are carried at our share in the entities’ undistributed earnings, which approximates fair value. Mortgage loans are carried at amortized cost, which approximates fair value. The carrying value of corporate-owned life insurance policies represents the cash surrender value as reported by the respective insurer, which approximates fair value.
Short-term borrowings: The fair value of our short-term borrowings is based on quoted market prices for the same or similar debt, or if no quoted market prices were available, on the current market interest rates estimated to be available to us for debt of similar terms and remaining maturities.
Long-term debt—commercial paper: The carrying amount for commercial paper approximates fair value, as the underlying instruments have variable interest rates at market value.
Long-term debt—senior unsecured notes and surplus notes: The fair values of our notes are based on quoted market prices in active markets for the same or similar debt, or, if no quoted market prices are available, on the current market observable rates estimated to be available to us for debt of similar terms and remaining maturities.
Long-term debt—convertible debentures: The fair value of our convertible debentures is based on the quoted market price in the active private market in which the convertible debentures trade.
A summary of the estimated fair values by level of each class of financial instrument that is recorded at its carrying value on our consolidated balance sheets at December 31, 2022 and 2021 is as follows:
 Carrying
Value
Estimated Fair Value
 Level ILevel IILevel IIITotal
December 31, 2022
Assets:
Other invested assets$5,582 $— $— $5,582 $5,582 
Liabilities:
Debt:
Short-term borrowings265 — 265 — 265 
Notes23,786 — 21,861 — 21,861 
Convertible debentures63 — 463 — 463 
December 31, 2021
Assets:
Other invested assets$5,087 $— $— $5,087 $5,087 
Liabilities:
Debt:
Short-term borrowings275 — 275 — 275 
Commercial paper300 — 300 — 300 
Notes22,384 — 25,150 — 25,150 
Convertible debentures72 — 687 — 687 
v3.22.4
Income Taxes
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]  
Income Taxes Income Taxes
The components of deferred income taxes at December 31, 2022 and 2021 are as follows:
20222021
Deferred income tax assets:
Accrued expenses$379 $511 
Bad debt reserves301 246 
Insurance reserves147 156 
Lease liabilities200 216 
Retirement liabilities173 170 
Deferred compensation34 35 
Federal and state operating loss carryforwards208 201 
Investment basis340 — 
Other267 207 
Subtotal2,049 1,742 
Less: valuation allowance(203)(212)
Total deferred income tax assets1,846 1,530 
U.S. federal and state intangible assets2,059 2,071 
Foreign (including Puerto Rico) intangible assets380 452 
Capitalized software601 777 
Depreciation and amortization62 45 
Investment basis— 295 
Retirement assets317 314 
Lease right-of-use asset123 126 
Prepaid expenses201 152 
Total deferred income tax liabilities3,743 4,232 
Net deferred income tax liabilities$1,897 $2,702 
We recognized $137 and $103 of deferred tax asset under the caption “Other noncurrent assets” at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively. We recognized $2,034 and $2,805 of deferred tax liability under the caption “Deferred tax liabilities, net” at December 31, 2022 and 2021.
As of December 31, 2022, we have established U.S. deferred taxes for undistributed earnings from certain non-U.S. subsidiaries, which are included in the Investment basis component above, consistent with prior years.
Significant components of the provision for income taxes for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 consist of the following:
202220212020
Current tax expense:
Federal$1,469 $1,467 $1,724 
Foreign (including Puerto Rico)98 18 
State and local179 165 461 
Total current tax expense1,746 1,650 2,192 
Deferred tax expense (benefit)180 (526)
Total income tax expense$1,750 $1,830 $1,666 
State and local current tax expense is reported gross of federal benefit in the preceding table, and includes amounts related to audit settlements, uncertain tax positions, state tax credits and true up of prior years’ tax. Such items are included on a net of federal tax basis in multiple lines in the following rate reconciliation table.
A reconciliation of income tax expense recorded in the consolidated statements of income and amounts computed at the statutory federal income tax rate for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 is as follows:
 202220212020
 AmountPercentAmountPercentAmountPercent
Amount at statutory rate$1,631 21.0 %$1,664 21.0 %$1,310 21.0 %
State and local income taxes net of federal tax expense/benefit
238 3.0 258 3.3 235 3.8 
Tax exempt interest and dividends received deduction
(19)(0.2)(22)(0.3)(22)(0.4)
HIP fee— — — — 330 5.3 
Basis adjustments from recent acquisitions— — — — (110)(1.8)
Other, net(100)(1.3)(70)(0.9)(77)(1.2)
Total income tax expense$1,750 22.5 %$1,830 23.1 %$1,666 26.7 %
During the year ended December 31, 2022, we recognized income tax expense of $1,750, or $7.21 per diluted share. The decrease in effective income tax rate is primarily due to the impact of geographic changes in the mix of 2022 earnings.
During the year ended December 31, 2021, we recognized income tax expense of $1,830, or $7.41 per diluted share. The HIP Fee payment was eliminated beginning in 2021.

During the year ended December 31, 2020, we recognized income tax expense of $1,666, or $6.55 per diluted share, which included income tax expense of $330, or $1.30 per diluted share, as a result of the non-tax deductibility of the HIP Fee payment.
The change in the carrying amount of gross unrecognized tax benefits from uncertain tax positions for the years ended December 31, 2022 and 2021 is as follows:
20222021
Balance at January 1$271 $249 
Additions based on:
Tax positions related to current year22 10 
Tax positions related to prior years57 17 
Reductions based on:
Tax positions related to prior years(1)(5)
Balance at December 31$349 $271 
The table above excludes interest, net of related tax benefits, which is treated as income tax expense (benefit) under our accounting policy. The interest is included in the amounts described in the following paragraph.
The amount of unrecognized tax benefits that would impact our effective tax rate in future periods, if recognized, was $328 and $250 at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively. Also included in the table above, at December 31, 2022, is $2 that would be recognized as an adjustment to additional paid-in capital, which would not affect our effective tax rate. In addition to the contingent liabilities included in the table above, we filed protective state income tax refund claims of approximately $92 and $310 for 2022 and 2017, respectively. There were no equivalent protective state income tax refund claims filed in 2021, 2020, 2019 or 2018.
For the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 we recognized net interest expense of $13, $9 and $7, respectively. We had accrued approximately $55 and $42 for the payment of interest at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively.
As of December 31, 2022, as further described below, certain tax years remain open to examination by the Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) and various state, local and foreign authorities. As a result of these examinations and discussions with taxing agencies, we have recorded amounts for uncertain tax positions. It is anticipated that the amount of unrecognized tax benefits will change in the next twelve months due to possible settlements of audits and changes in temporary items. However, the ultimate resolution of these items is dependent on the completion of negotiations with various taxing authorities. While it is difficult to determine when other tax settlements will actually occur, it is reasonably possible that one could occur in the next twelve months and our unrecognized tax benefits could be reduced within a range of approximately $33 to $143.
We are a member of the IRS Compliance Assurance Process (“CAP”). The objective of CAP is to reduce taxpayer burden and uncertainty while assuring the IRS of the accuracy of tax returns prior to filing, thereby reducing or eliminating the need for post-filing examinations.
As of December 31, 2022, the IRS examination of our 2022 and 2021 tax years continues to be in process.
In certain states, we pay premium taxes in lieu of state income taxes. Premium taxes are reported in selling, general and administrative expense.
At December 31, 2022, we had federal net operating loss carryforwards of $160 that will expire beginning 2032 through 2042 and $109 that have an indefinite carryforward period. State net operating loss carryforwards expire beginning 2023 through 2042, with some having an indefinite carryforward period.
Income taxes receivable totaled $440 and $173 at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively. We recognize the income tax receivable as an asset under the caption “Other current assets” in our consolidated balance sheets.
During 2022, 2021 and 2020, federal income taxes paid totaled $1,594, $1,299 and $1,790, respectively.
v3.22.4
Property And Equipment
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]  
Property And Equipment Property and Equipment
A summary of property and equipment at December 31, 2022 and 2021 is as follows:
20222021
Computer software, purchased and internally developed$5,604 $6,115 
Computer equipment, furniture and other equipment828 1,314 
Leasehold improvements648 641 
Building and improvements38 172 
Land and improvements17 
Property and equipment, gross7,119 8,259 
Accumulated depreciation and amortization(2,803)(4,340)
Property and equipment, net$4,316 $3,919 
Depreciation expense for 2022, 2021 and 2020 was $123, $136 and $176, respectively. Amortization expense on computer software and leasehold improvements for 2022, 2021 and 2020 was $661, $532 and $462, respectively, which includes amortization expense on computer software, both purchased and internally developed, for 2022, 2021 and 2020 of $599, $485 and $412, respectively. Capitalized costs related to the internal development of software of $5,354 and $5,626 at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively, are reported with computer software.
Impairment of property and equipment for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 was $7, $73, and $198, respectively, which is included in selling, general and administrative expenses and primarily related to our activities disclosed in Note 4, “Business Optimization Initiatives.”
v3.22.4
Goodwill And Other Intangible Assets
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]  
Goodwill And Other Intangible Assets Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets
A summary of the change in the carrying amount of goodwill for our segments (see Note 20, “Segment Information”) for 2022 and 2021 is as follows:
Commercial
& Specialty
Business
Government
Business
CarelonRxOtherTotal
Balance as of January 1, 2021$11,593 $8,331 $48 $1,719 $21,691 
Acquisitions and adjustments— 2,018 11 508 2,537 
Balance as of December 31, 202111,593 10,349 59 2,227 24,228 
Acquisitions and adjustments18 128 — 155 
Balance as of December 31, 2022$11,611 $10,477 $59 $2,236 $24,383 
Accumulated impairment as of December 31, 2022$— $— $— $— $— 
As required by FASB guidance, we completed annual impairment tests of existing goodwill and other intangible assets with indefinite lives during 2022, 2021 and 2020. We perform these annual impairment tests during the fourth quarter. FASB guidance also requires interim impairment testing to be performed when potential impairment indicators exist. These tests involve the use of estimates related to the fair value of goodwill and intangible assets with indefinite lives and require a significant degree of management judgment and the use of subjective assumptions. Qualitative testing procedures include assessing our financial performance, macroeconomic conditions, industry and market considerations, various asset specific factors and entity specific events. For quantitative testing, the fair values are estimated using the projected income and market valuation approaches, incorporating Level III internal estimates for inputs, including, but not limited to, revenue projections, income projections, cash flows and discount rates. We did not incur any impairment losses in 2022, 2021 or 2020, as the estimated fair values of our reporting units were substantially in excess of their carrying values.
The components of other intangible assets as of December 31, 2022 and 2021 are as follows:
 20222021
Gross
Carrying
Amount
Accumulated
Amortization
Net
Carrying
Amount
Gross
Carrying
Amount
Accumulated
Amortization
Net
Carrying
Amount
Intangible assets with finite lives:
Customer relationships$5,791 $(3,693)$2,098 $5,598 $(3,236)$2,362 
Provider and hospital relationships326 (146)180 324 (129)195 
Other1,010 (440)570 610 (141)469 
Total7,127 (4,279)2,848 6,532 (3,506)3,026 
Intangible assets with indefinite lives:
Blue Cross and Blue Shield and other trademarks5,991 — 5,991 6,299 — 6,299 
State Medicaid licenses1,476 — 1,476 1,290 — 1,290 
Total7,467 — 7,467 7,589 — 7,589 
Other intangible assets$14,594 $(4,279)$10,315 $14,121 $(3,506)$10,615 
In 2022, due to our acquisition of Integra, we recorded intangible assets and due to our new branding strategy, reclassified $308 of trademarks with indefinite lives to Intangible assets with finite lives - Other. In addition, the amortization period of certain intangible assets was shortened to align with the anticipated dates the new branding will take place.
Intangible assets, along with the related accumulated amortization, are removed from the table above at the end of the fiscal year in which they become fully amortized.
As of December 31, 2022, the estimated amortization expense for each of the five succeeding years is as follows: 2023, $806; 2024, $370; 2025, $311; 2026, $258; and 2027, $221.
v3.22.4
Retirement Benefits
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Retirement Benefits [Abstract]  
Retirement Benefits Retirement Benefits
We sponsor various non-contributory employee defined benefit plans through certain subsidiaries. 
The Elevance Health Cash Balance Plan A (formerly the Anthem Cash Balance Plan A) and the Elevance Health Cash Balance Plan B (formerly the Anthem Cash Balance Plan B) are cash balance pension plans covering certain eligible employees of the affiliated companies that participate in these plans. Effective January 1, 2006, benefits were curtailed, with the result that most participants stopped accruing benefits but continue to earn interest on benefits accrued prior to the curtailment. Certain participants subject to collective bargaining and certain other participants who met grandfathering rules continued to accrue benefits. Participants who did not receive credits and/or benefit accruals were included in the Elevance Health Cash Balance Plan A, while employees who were still receiving credits and/or benefits participated in the Elevance Health Cash Balance Plan B. Effective January 1, 2019, benefits under the Elevance Health Cash Balance Plan B were curtailed. All grandfathered participants no longer have pay credits added to their accounts but continue to earn interest on existing account balances. Participants continue to earn years of pension service for vesting purposes. Several pension plans acquired through various corporate mergers and acquisitions were merged into these plans in prior years.
The Employees’ Retirement Plan of Blue Cross of California (the “BCC Plan”) is a defined benefit pension plan that covers eligible employees of Blue Cross of California who are covered by a collective bargaining agreement. Effective January 1, 2007, benefits were curtailed under the BCC Plan with the result that no Blue Cross of California employees hired or rehired after December 31, 2006 are eligible to participate in the BCC Plan.
All of the plans’ assets consist primarily of equity securities, fixed maturity securities, investment funds and cash. The funding policies for all plans are to contribute amounts at least sufficient to meet the minimum funding requirements set forth in the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, as amended (“ERISA”), as further amended by the Pension Protection Act of 2006, and in accordance with income tax regulations, plus such additional amounts as are necessary to provide assets sufficient to meet the benefits to be paid to plan participants.
The following tables disclose consolidated “pension benefits,” which include the defined benefit pension plans described above, and consolidated “other benefits,” which include postretirement health and welfare benefits including medical, vision and dental benefits offered to certain employees. Calculations were computed using assumptions at the December 31 measurement dates.
The reconciliation of the benefit obligation is as follows:
 Pension BenefitsOther Benefits
 2022202120222021
Benefit obligation at beginning of year$1,859 $2,009 $343 $399 
Service cost— — — 
Interest cost52 34 
Plan participant contributions— — 17 17 
Actuarial (gain) loss(362)(33)(54)(31)
Settlements(74)(90)— — 
Benefits paid(60)(61)(36)(48)
Benefit obligation at end of year$1,415 $1,859 $277 $343 
The changes in the fair value of plan assets are as follows:
 Pension BenefitsOther Benefits
 2022202120222021
Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year$2,216 $2,186 $371 $391 
Actual return on plan assets(352)174 (61)33 
Employer contributions— — 
Plan participant contributions— — 17 17 
Settlements(74)(90)— (29)
Benefits paid(60)(61)(28)(41)
Fair value of plan assets at end of year$1,734 $2,216 $299 $371 
 The net amount included in the consolidated balance sheets is as follows:
 Pension BenefitsOther Benefits
 2022202120222021
Noncurrent assets$363 $415 $22 $28 
Current liabilities(6)(6)— — 
Noncurrent liabilities(38)(52)— — 
Net amount at December 31$319 $357 $22 $28 
 The net amounts included in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) that have not been recognized as components of net periodic benefit costs are as follows:
 Pension BenefitsOther Benefits
 2022202120222021
Net actuarial (loss) gain$(672)$(625)$$36 
Prior service credit— — 
Net amount before tax at December 31$(672)$(625)$$44 
The accumulated benefit obligation for the defined benefit pension plans was $1,413 and $1,857 at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively. 
As of December 31, 2022, certain pension plans had accumulated benefit obligations in excess of plan assets. Such plans had accumulated benefit obligation and fair value of plan assets of $44 and $0, respectively. In addition, certain plans had projected benefit obligations in excess of plan assets. Such plans had projected benefit obligation and fair value of plan assets of $44 and $0, respectively.
The weighted-average assumptions used in calculating the benefit obligations for all plans are as follows: 
 Pension BenefitsOther Benefits
 2022202120222021
Discount rate5.18 %2.70 %5.12 %2.49 %
Rate of compensation increase3.00 %3.00 %3.00 %3.00 %
Expected rate of return on plan assets6.58 %5.02 %6.57 %6.43 %
Interest crediting rate4.25 %3.82 %3.89 %1.56 %
The components of net periodic benefit credit included in the consolidated statements of income are as follows:
202220212020
Pension Benefits
Interest cost$52 $34 $47 
Expected return on assets(101)(134)(138)
Recognized actuarial loss16 25 24 
Settlement loss28 26 29 
Net periodic benefit credit$(5)$(49)$(38)
Other Benefits
Service cost$— $$
Interest cost10 
Expected return on assets(26)(26)(25)
Amortization of prior service credit(4)(4)(7)
Net periodic benefit credit$(23)$(24)$(21)
During the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020, we incurred total settlement losses of $28, $26 and $29, respectively, as lump-sum payments exceeded the service cost and interest cost components of net periodic benefit cost for certain of our plans. 
The weighted-average assumptions used in calculating the net periodic benefit cost for all plans are as follows:
202220212020
Pension Benefits
Discount rate2.70 %2.24 %3.11 %
Rate of compensation increase3.00 %3.00 %3.00 %
Expected rate of return on plan assets5.02 %6.72 %7.33 %
Interest crediting rate3.82 %3.82 %3.82 %
Other Benefits
Discount rate2.49 %1.99 %2.93 %
Rate of compensation increase3.00 %3.00 %3.00 %
Expected rate of return on plan assets6.43 %6.60 %7.00 %
Interest crediting rate1.56 %0.87 %1.81 %
The assumed healthcare cost trend rates used to measure the expected cost of pre-Medicare (those who are not currently eligible for Medicare benefits) other benefits at our December 31, 2022 measurement date was 8.00% for 2023, with a gradual decline to 4.50% by the year 2035. The assumed healthcare cost trend rates used to measure the expected cost of post-Medicare (those who are currently eligible for Medicare benefits) other benefits at our December 31, 2022 measurement date was 6.50% for 2023, with a gradual decline to 4.50% by the year 2035. These estimated trend rates are subject to change in the future.
Plan assets include a diversified mix of equity securities, investment grade fixed maturity securities and other types of investments across a range of sectors and levels of capitalization to maximize long-term return for a prudent level of risk. The weighted-average target allocation for pension benefit plan assets is 37% equity securities, 58% fixed maturity securities, and 5% to all other types of investments. Equity securities primarily include a mix of domestic securities, foreign securities and mutual funds invested in equities. Fixed maturity securities primarily include treasury securities, corporate bonds and asset-backed investments issued by corporations and the U.S. government. Other types of investments include insurance contracts
designed specifically for employee benefit plans, a commingled fund comprised primarily of equity securities and certain partnership interests. 
The partnerships hold various types of underlying assets such as real estate and investments in oil and gas companies. Generally, the partnership interests are not redeemable and are transferable only with the consent of the general partner. Unfunded commitments related to all partnership interests totaled approximately $2 and $3 at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively.
As of December 31, 2022, there were no significant concentrations of investments in the pension benefit assets or other benefit assets. No plan assets were invested in Elevance Health common stock.
Pension benefit assets and other benefit assets recorded at fair value are categorized based upon the level of judgment associated with the inputs used to measure their fair value.
 The fair values of our pension benefit assets and other benefit assets by asset category and level inputs at December 31, 2022, excluding cash, investment income receivable and amounts due to/from brokers, resulting in a net asset of $36, and excluding estimated claims settlements to be paid from other benefit assets of ($17), are as follows (see Note 7, “Fair Value,” for additional information regarding the definition of level inputs):
Level ILevel IILevel IIITotal
December 31, 2022
Pension Benefit Assets:
Equity securities:
U.S. securities$489 $— $— $489 
Foreign securities145 — — 145 
Mutual funds39 — — 39 
Fixed maturity securities:
Government securities— 247 — 247 
Corporate securities— 275 — 275 
Asset-backed securities— 185 — 185 
Other types of investments:
Commingled fund— 93 — 93 
Insurance company contracts— — 154 154 
Total pension benefit assets at fair value$673 $800 $154 1,627 
Partnership investments71 
Total pension benefit assets$1,698 
Other Benefit Assets:
Equity securities:
U.S. securities$$— $— $
Foreign securities— — 
Mutual funds17 — — 17 
Fixed maturity securities:
Government securities— — 
Corporate securities— — 
Asset-backed securities— — 
Other types of investments:
Commingled fund— — 
Life insurance contracts— — 270 270 
Investment in DOL 103-12 trust— 10 — 10 
Total other benefit assets$25 $21 $270 $316 
The fair values of our pension benefit assets and other benefit assets by asset category and level inputs at December 31, 2021, excluding cash, investment income receivable and amounts due to/from brokers, resulting in a net asset of $48, and excluding estimated claims settlements to be paid from other benefit assets of ($29), are as follows:
Level ILevel IILevel IIITotal
December 31, 2021
Pension Benefit Assets:
Equity securities:
U.S. securities$682 $— $— $682 
Foreign securities204 — — 204 
Mutual funds49 — — 49 
Fixed maturity securities:
Government securities— 395 — 395 
Corporate securities— 379 — 379 
Asset-backed securities— 98 — 98 
Other types of investments:
Commingled fund— 106 — 106 
Insurance company contracts— — 179 179 
Total pension benefit assets at fair value$935 $978 $179 2,092 
Partnership investments78 
Total pension benefit assets$2,170 
Other Benefit Assets:
Equity securities:
U.S. securities$10 $— $— $10 
Foreign securities— — 
Mutual funds24 — — 24 
Fixed maturity securities:
Government securities— — 
Corporate securities— — 
Asset-backed securities— — 
Other types of investments:
Commingled fund— — 
Life insurance contracts— — 338 338 
Investment in DOL 103-12 trust— 11 — 11 
Total other benefit assets$36 $24 $338 $398 
A reconciliation of the beginning and ending balances of plan assets measured at fair value using Level III inputs for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 is as follows:
Insurance
Company
Contracts
Life
Insurance
Contracts
Total
Year ended December 31, 2022
Beginning balance at January 1, 2022$179 $338 $517 
Actual return on plan assets relating to assets still held at the reporting date
(22)(53)(75)
Purchases— 
Sales(12)(15)(27)
Ending balance at December 31, 2022$154 $270 $424 
Year ended December 31, 2021
Beginning balance at January 1, 2021$189 $323 $512 
Actual return on plan assets relating to assets still held at the reporting date
(6)26 20 
Purchases— 
Sales(9)(11)(20)
Ending balance at December 31, 2021$179 $338 $517 
Year ended December 31, 2020
Beginning balance at January 1, 2020$175 $294 $469 
Actual return on plan assets relating to assets still held at the reporting date
29 36 
Purchases15 — 15 
Sales(8)— (8)
Ending balance at December 31, 2020$189 $323 $512 
There were no other transfers into or out of Level III during the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 or 2020.
Our current funding strategy is to fund an amount at least equal to the minimum required funding as determined under ERISA with consideration of maximum tax deductible amounts. We may elect to make discretionary contributions up to the maximum amount deductible for income tax purposes. For the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020, no material contributions were necessary to meet ERISA required funding levels. However, during each of the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020, we made tax deductible discretionary contributions to the pension benefit plans of $4, $7, and $7, respectively. Employer contributions to other benefit plans represent discretionary contributions and do not include payments to retirees for current benefits.
Our estimated future payments for pension benefits and other benefits, which reflect expected future service, as appropriate, are as follows:
Pension
Benefits
Other
Benefits
2023$125 $32 
2024120 30 
2025118 29 
2026116 28 
2027113 27 
2028 - 2032526 110 
In addition to the defined benefit plans, we maintain the Elevance Health 401(k) Plan (formerly the Anthem 401(k) Plan), which is a qualified defined contribution plan covering substantially all employees. Voluntary employee contributions are matched by us subject to certain limitations. Contributions made by us totaled $275, $241 and $221 during 2022, 2021 and 2020, respectively.
v3.22.4
Medical Claims Payable
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Medical Claims Payable [Abstract]  
Medical Claims Payable Medical Claims Payable
A reconciliation of the beginning and ending balances for medical claims payable, by segment (see Note 20, “Segment Information”), for the year ended December 31, 2022 is as follows:
Commercial
& Specialty
Business
Government
Business
OtherTotal
Gross medical claims payable, beginning of year$3,847 $9,157 $278 $13,282 
Ceded medical claims payable, beginning of year(13)(8)— (21)
Net medical claims payable, beginning of year3,834 9,149 278 13,261 
Business combinations and purchase adjustments130 — 133 
Net incurred medical claims:
Current year30,067 81,795 1,552 113,414 
Prior years redundancies(154)(630)(85)(869)
Total net incurred medical claims29,913 81,165 1,467 112,545 
Net payments attributable to:
Current year medical claims26,274 71,463 1,260 98,997 
Prior years medical claims3,362 8,052 186 11,600 
Total net payments29,636 79,515 1,446 110,597 
Net medical claims payable, end of year4,114 10,929 299 15,342 
Ceded medical claims payable, end of year— 
Gross medical claims payable, end of year$4,119 $10,930 $299 $15,348 
A reconciliation of the beginning and ending balances for medical claims payable, by segment, for the year ended December 31, 2021 is as follows:
Commercial
& Specialty
Business
Government
Business
OtherTotal
Gross medical claims payable, beginning of year$3,294 $7,646 $195 $11,135 
Ceded medical claims payable, beginning of year(13)(33)— (46)
Net medical claims payable, beginning of year3,281 7,613 195 11,089 
Business combinations and purchase adjustments— 375 45 420 
Net incurred medical claims:
Current year28,132 70,670 1,638 100,440 
Prior years redundancies(465)(1,222)(16)(1,703)
Total net incurred medical claims27,667 69,448 1,622 98,737 
Net payments attributable to:
Current year medical claims24,502 62,233 1,421 88,156 
Prior years medical claims2,612 6,054 163 8,829 
Total net payments27,114 68,287 1,584 96,985 
Net medical claims payable, end of year3,834 9,149 278 13,261 
Ceded medical claims payable, end of year13 — 21 
Gross medical claims payable, end of year$3,847 $9,157 $278 $13,282 
A reconciliation of the beginning and ending balances for medical claims payable, by segment, for the year ended December 31, 2020 is as follows:
Commercial
& Specialty
Business
Government
Business
OtherTotal
Gross medical claims payable, beginning of year$3,039 $5,608 $— $8,647 
Ceded medical claims payable, beginning of year(14)(19)— (33)
Net medical claims payable, beginning of year3,025 5,589 — 8,614 
Business combinations and purchase adjustments— 141 198 339 
Net incurred medical claims:
Current year24,894 58,912 1,288 85,094 
Prior years redundancies(375)(262)— (637)
Total net incurred medical claims24,519 58,650 1,288 84,457 
Net payments attributable to:
Current year medical claims21,736 51,602 1,291 74,629 
Prior years medical claims2,527 5,165 — 7,692 
Total net payments24,263 56,767 1,291 82,321 
Net medical claims payable, end of year3,281 7,613 195 11,089 
Ceded medical claims payable, end of year13 33 — 46 
Gross medical claims payable, end of year$3,294 $7,646 $195 $11,135 
Amounts incurred related to prior years vary from previously estimated liabilities as the claims are ultimately settled. Liabilities at any period-end are continually reviewed and re-estimated as information regarding actual claims payments, or runout, becomes known. This information is compared to the originally established year end liability. Negative amounts reported for incurred medical claims related to prior years result from claims being settled for amounts less than originally
estimated. The prior year redundancy of $869 shown above for the year ended December 31, 2022 represents an estimate based on paid claim activity from January 1, 2022 to December 31, 2022. Medical claim liabilities are usually described as having a “short tail,” which means that they are generally paid within twelve months of the member receiving service from the provider. Accordingly, the majority of the $869 redundancy relates to claims incurred in calendar year 2021.
The following table provides a summary of the two key assumptions having the most significant impact on our incurred but not paid liability estimates for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020, which are the completion and trend factors. These two key assumptions can be influenced by utilization levels, unit costs, mix of business, benefit plan designs, provider reimbursement levels, processing system conversions and changes, claim inventory levels, claim processing patterns, claim submission patterns and operational changes resulting from business combinations. We had increased estimation uncertainty on our incurred but not reported liability at December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021. Slowdowns in claims submission patterns and increases in utilization levels for COVID-19 testing and treatment are the primary factors that lead to the increased estimation uncertainty.
 Favorable Developments
by Changes in Key Assumptions
 202220212020
Assumed trend factors$(859)$(1,429)$(599)
Assumed completion factors(10)(274)(38)
Total$(869)$(1,703)$(637)
The favorable development recognized in 2022 resulted primarily from trend factors in late 2021 developing more favorably than originally expected as well as a smaller contribution from completion factor development.
The favorable development recognized in 2021 resulted primarily from trend factors in late 2020 developing more favorably than originally expected as well as a smaller but significant contribution from completion factor development.
The favorable development recognized in 2020 resulted primarily from trend factors in late 2019 developing more favorably than originally expected as well as a smaller contribution from completion factor development.
The reconciliation of net incurred medical claims to benefit expense included in the consolidated statements of income is as follows:
Years Ended December 31
202220212020
Net incurred medical claims:
Commercial & Specialty Business$29,913 $27,667 $24,519 
Government Business81,165 69,448 58,650 
Other1,467 1,622 1,288 
Total net incurred medical claims112,545 98,737 84,457 
Quality improvement and other claims expense3,942 3,908 3,588 
Benefit expense$116,487 $102,645 $88,045 
Incurred claims development, net of reinsurance, for the Commercial & Specialty Business for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 is as follows:
Commercial & Specialty BusinessCumulative Incurred Claims and Allocated Claim Adjustment Expenses, Net of Reinsurance
20202021
Claim Years(Unaudited)(Unaudited)2022
2020 & Prior$27,545 $27,080 $27,101 
202128,132 27,957 
202230,070 
Total$85,128 
Paid claims development, net of reinsurance, for the Commercial & Specialty Business for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 is as follows:
Commercial & Specialty BusinessCumulative Paid Claims and Allocated Claim Adjustment Expenses, Net of Reinsurance
20202021
Claim Years(Unaudited)(Unaudited)2022
2020 & Prior$24,263 $26,876 $27,049 
202124,502 27,691 
202226,274 
Total$81,014 
At December 31, 2022, the total of incurred but not reported liabilities plus expected development on reported claims for the Commercial & Specialty Business was $52, $266 and $3,796 for the claim years 2020 and prior, 2021 and 2022, respectively.
At December 31, 2022, the cumulative number of reported claims for the Commercial & Specialty Business was 80, 87 and 81 for the claim years 2020 and prior, 2021 and 2022, respectively.
Incurred claims development, net of reinsurance, for the Government Business as of and for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 is as follows:
Government BusinessCumulative Incurred Claims and Allocated Claim Adjustment Expenses, Net of Reinsurance
20202021
Claim Years(Unaudited)(Unaudited)2022
2020 & Prior$64,379 $63,158 $63,123 
202171,045 70,450 
202281,925 
Total$215,498 
Paid claims development, net of reinsurance, for the Government Business as of and for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 is as follows:
Government BusinessCumulative Paid Claims and Allocated Claim Adjustment Expenses, Net of Reinsurance
20202021
Claim Years(Unaudited)(Unaudited)2022
2020 & Prior$56,767 $62,821 $62,981 
202162,233 70,125 
202271,463 
Total$204,569 
At December 31, 2022, the total of incurred but not reported liabilities plus expected development on reported claims for the Government Business was $142, $325 and $10,462 for the claim years 2020 and prior, 2021 and 2022, respectively.
At December 31, 2022, the cumulative number of reported claims for the Government Business was 251, 325 and 298 for the claim years 2020 and prior, 2021 and 2022, respectively.
Incurred claims development, net of reinsurance, for Other as of and for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 is as follows:
OtherCumulative Incurred Claims and Allocated Claim Adjustment Expenses, Net of Reinsurance
20202021
Claim Years(Unaudited)(Unaudited)2022
2020 & Prior$1,486 $1,470 $1,459 
20211,683 1,609 
20221,552 
Total$4,620 
Paid claims development, net of reinsurance, for Other as of and for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 is as follows:
OtherCumulative Paid Claims and Allocated Claim Adjustment Expenses, Net of Reinsurance
20202021
Claim Years(Unaudited)(Unaudited)2022
2020 & Prior$1,292 $1,454 $1,458 
20211,421 1,603 
20221,260 
Total$4,321 
At December 31, 2022, the total of incurred but not reported liabilities plus expected development on reported claims for Other was $1, $6 and $292 for the claim years 2020 and prior, 2021 and 2022, respectively.
At December 31, 2022, the cumulative number of reported claims for Other was 29, 28, and 25 for the claim years 2020 and prior, 2021 and 2022, respectively.
The information about incurred claims development, paid claims development and cumulative number of reported claims for the years ended December 31, 2020 and 2021 for our Commercial & Specialty Business, Government Business and Other is unaudited and presented as supplementary information.
The cumulative number of reported claims for each claim year for our Commercial & Specialty Business, Government Business and Other have been developed using historical data captured by our claim payment systems. The provided claim
amounts are not a precise tool for understanding utilization of medical services. They could be impacted by a variety of factors, including changes in provider billing practices, provider reimbursement arrangements, mix of services, benefit design or processing systems. The cumulative number of reported claims has been provided to comply with FASB accounting standards and is not used by management in its claims analysis. Our cumulative number of reported claims may not be comparable to similar measures reported by other health benefits companies.
The reconciliation of the Commercial & Specialty Business, Government Business and Other incurred and paid claims development information for the three years ended December 31, 2022, reflected in the tables above, to the consolidated ending balance for medical claims payable included in the consolidated balance sheet, as of December 31, 2022, is as follows:
Commercial
& Specialty
Business
Government
Business
OtherTotal
Cumulative incurred claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance$85,128 $215,498 $4,620 $305,246 
Less: Cumulative paid claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance81,014 204,569 4,321 289,904 
Net medical claims payable, end of year4,114 10,929 299 15,342 
Ceded medical claims payable, end of year— 
Insurance lines other than short duration— 248 — 248 
Gross medical claims payable, end of year$4,119 $11,178 $299 $15,596 
v3.22.4
Debt
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]  
Debt Debt
Short-term Borrowings
We are a member, through certain subsidiaries, of the Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis, the Federal Home Loan Bank of Cincinnati, the Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta and the Federal Home Loan Bank of New York (collectively, the “FHLBs”). As a member we have the ability to obtain short-term cash advances, subject to certain minimum collateral requirements. At December 31, 2022 and 2021, $265 and $275, respectively, were outstanding under our short-term FHLB borrowings. Outstanding short-term FHLB borrowings at December 31, 2022 had fixed interest rates of 4.240%.
Through certain subsidiaries, we have entered into multiple 364-day lines of credit (the “Subsidiary Credit Facilities”) with separate lenders for general corporate purposes. The Subsidiary Credit Facilities provide combined credit of up to $200. The interest rate on each line of credit is based on the LIBOR rate plus a predetermined rate. Our ability to borrow under the lines of credit is subject to compliance with certain covenants. At each of December 31, 2022 and 2021, $0 was outstanding under our Subsidiary Credit Facilities.
Long-term Debt
The carrying value of our long-term debt at December 31, 2022 and 2021 consists of the following:
20222021
Senior unsecured notes:
2.950%, due 2022
$— $749 
3.125%, due 2022
— 850 
3.300%, due 2023
1,000 1,014 
0.450%, due 2023
500 499 
3.350%, due 2024
849 848 
3.500%, due 2024
798 797 
2.375%, due 2025
1,252 1,253 
5.350%, due 2025
398 — 
1.500%, due 2026
746 745 
3.650%, due 2027
1,592 1,592 
4.101%, due 2028
1,234 1,251 
2.875%, due 2029
820 820 
2.250%, due 2030
1,071 1,089 
2.550%, due 2031
968 992 
4.100%, due 2032
595 — 
5.500%, due 2032
644 — 
5.950%, due 2034
334 334 
5.850%, due 2036
396 396 
6.375%, due 2037
364 364 
5.800%, due 2040
114 114 
4.625%, due 2042
859 859 
4.650%, due 2043
974 974 
4.650%, due 2044
767 767 
5.100%, due 2044
548 548 
4.375%, due 2047
1,388 1,387 
4.550%, due 2048
840 839 
3.700%, due 2049
812 812 
3.125%, due 2050
988 987 
3.600%, due 2051
1,233 1,232 
4.550%, due 2052
689 — 
6.100%, due 2052
741 — 
4.850%, due 2054
247 247 
Surplus note:
9.000%, due 2027
25 25 
Senior convertible debentures:
2.750%, due 2042
63 72 
Variable rate debt:
Commercial paper program— 300 
Total long-term debt23,849 22,756 
Current portion of long-term debt(1,500)(1,599)
Long-term debt, less current portion$22,349 $21,157 
All debt is a direct obligation of Elevance Health, Inc., except for the surplus note, the FHLB borrowings and the Subsidiary Credit Facilities.
We generally issue senior unsecured notes (“Notes”) for long-term borrowing purposes. Certain of these Notes may have a call feature that allows us to redeem the Notes at any time at our option and/or a put feature that allows a Note holder to redeem the Notes upon the occurrence of both a change in control event and a downgrade of the Notes below an investment grade rating.
On February 8, 2023, we issued $500 aggregate principal amount of 4.900% Notes due 2026 (the “2026 Notes”), $1,000 aggregate principal amount of 4.750% Notes due 2033 (the “2033 Notes”), and $1,100 aggregate principal amount of 5.125% Notes due 2053 (the “2053 Notes”) under our shelf registration statement. Interest on the 2026 Notes is payable semi-annually in arrears on February 8 and August 8 of each year, commencing August 8, 2023. Interest on the 2033 Notes and 2053 Notes is payable semi-annually in arrears on February 15 and August 15 of each year, commencing August 15, 2023. We intend to use the proceeds for working capital and general corporate purposes, including, but not limited to, the funding of acquisitions, repayment of short-term and long-term debt and the repurchase of our common stock pursuant to our share repurchase program.
On December 1, 2022, we repaid, at maturity, the $750 outstanding balance of our 2.950% senior unsecured notes.
On November 4, 2022, we issued $400 aggregate principal amount of 5.350% Notes due 2025, $650 aggregate principal amount of 5.500% Notes due 2032 and $750 aggregate principal amount of 6.100% Notes due 2052 under our shelf registration statement. Interest on these notes is payable semi-annually in arrears on April 15 and October 15 of each year, commencing April 15, 2023. We used the net proceeds for working capital and general corporate purposes, such as the funding of acquisitions, repayment of short-term and long-term debt and the repurchase of our common stock pursuant to our share repurchase program.
On May 16, 2022, we repaid, at maturity, the $850 outstanding balance of our 3.125% senior unsecured notes.
On April 29, 2022, we issued $600 aggregate principal amount of 4.100% Notes due 2032 and $700 aggregate principal amount of 4.550% Notes due 2052 under our shelf registration statement. Interest on these notes is payable semi-annually in arrears on May 15 and November 15 of each year, commencing November 15, 2022. We used the net proceeds for working capital and general corporate purposes, such as the funding of acquisitions, repayment of short-term and long-term debt and the repurchase of our common stock pursuant to our share repurchase program.
On May 15, 2021, we redeemed the $700 outstanding principal balance of our 3.700% Notes due August 15, 2021 at a redemption price equal to 100% of the aggregate principal amount of the notes being redeemed, plus accrued and unpaid interest.
On March 17, 2021, we issued $500 aggregate principal amount of 0.450% Notes due 2023, $750 aggregate principal amount of 1.500% Notes due 2026, $1,000 aggregate principal amount of 2.550% Notes due 2031 and $1,250 aggregate principal amount of 3.600% Notes due 2051 under our shelf registration statement. Interest on these notes is payable semiannually in arrears on March 15 and September 15 of each year, commencing September 15, 2021. We used the net proceeds for working capital and general corporate purposes, such as the funding of acquisitions, repayment of short-term and long-term debt and the repurchase of our common stock pursuant to our share repurchase program.
Additionally, during the year ended December 31, 2021, we repurchased $52 of outstanding principal amount of certain other senior unsecured notes, plus applicable premium for early redemption plus accrued and unpaid interest, for cash totaling $67. We recognized a loss on extinguishment of debt of $15 for the repurchase of these notes.
On November 23, 2020, we repaid, at maturity, the $900 outstanding balance of our 2.500% senior unsecured notes. On August 17, 2020, we repaid, at maturity, the $700 outstanding balance of our 4.350% senior unsecured notes.
Additionally, during the year ended December 31, 2020, we repurchased $79 of outstanding principal amount of certain other senior unsecured notes, plus applicable premium for early redemption plus accrued and unpaid interest, for cash totaling $109. We recognized a loss on extinguishment of debt of $30 for the repurchase of these notes.
On May 5, 2020, we issued $400 aggregate principal amount of additional senior notes pursuant to a reopening of our existing 2.375% Notes due 2025 (the “2025 Notes”), $1,100 aggregate principal amount of 2.250% Notes due 2030 (the “2030 Notes”), and $1,000 aggregate principal amount of 3.125% Notes due 2050 (the “2050 Notes”) under our shelf registration statement. The 2025 Notes constitute an additional issuance of our 2.375% notes due 2025, of which $850 aggregate principal amount was issued on September 9, 2019. Interest on the 2025 Notes is deemed to have accrued from January 15, 2020 and is payable semi-annually in arrears on January 15 and July 15 of each year, commencing July 15, 2020. Interest on the 2030 Notes and 2050 Notes is payable semi-annually in arrears on May 15 and November 15 of each year, commencing November 15, 2020. The proceeds were used for working capital and general corporate purposes, such as the funding of acquisitions, repayment of short-term and long-term debt and the repurchase of our common stock pursuant to our share repurchase program.
The surplus note is an unsecured obligation of Anthem Insurance Companies, Inc. (“Anthem Insurance”), a wholly owned subsidiary, and is subordinate in right of payment to all of Anthem Insurance’s existing and future indebtedness. Any payment of interest or principal on the surplus note may be made only with the prior approval of the Indiana Department of Insurance (“IDOI”) and only out of capital and surplus funds of Anthem Insurance that the IDOI determines to be available for the payment under Indiana insurance laws.
We have a senior revolving credit facility (the “5-Year Facility”) with a group of lenders for general corporate purposes. On April 18, 2022, we amended and restated the credit agreement for the 5-Year Facility to, among other things, extend the maturity date of the 5-Year Facility from June 2024 to April 2027 and increase the amount of credit available under the 5-Year Facility from $2,500 to $4,000. Also on April 18, 2022, concurrently with the amendment and restatement of the 5-Year Facility, we terminated our 364-day senior revolving credit facility that provided for credit in the amount of $1,000, which was scheduled to mature in June 2022 (the “2021 364-Day Facility”). In June 2021, we terminated our 364-day senior revolving credit facility (the “prior 364-Day Facility”), which was scheduled to mature in June 2021, and entered into the 2021 364-Day Facility with a group of lenders for general corporate purposes. Our ability to borrow under the 5-Year Facility is subject to compliance with certain covenants, including covenants requiring us to maintain a defined debt-to-capital ratio of not more than 60%, subject to increase in certain circumstances set forth in the credit agreement for the 5-Year Facility. As of December 31, 2022, our debt-to-capital ratio, as defined and calculated under the 5-Year Facility, was 39.9%. We do not believe the restrictions contained in our 5-Year Facility covenants materially affect our financial or operating flexibility. As of December 31, 2022, we were in compliance with all of our debt covenants under the 5-Year Facility. There were no amounts outstanding under the 5-Year Facility, the 2021 364-Day Facility or the prior 364-Day Facility at any time during the years ended December 31, 2022 or 2021.

We have an authorized commercial paper program of up to $4,000, the proceeds of which may be used for general corporate purposes. In July 2022, we increased the amount available under the commercial paper program from $3,500 to $4,000. At December 31, 2022, we had $0 outstanding under our commercial paper program. At December 31, 2021, we had $300 outstanding under our commercial paper program with a weighted-average interest rate of 0.150%. Commercial paper borrowings have been classified as long-term debt at December 31, 2022 and 2021, as our general practice and intent is to replace short-term commercial paper outstanding at expiration with additional short-term commercial paper for an uninterrupted period extending for more than one year, and we have the ability to redeem our commercial paper with borrowings under the credit facilities described above.
Convertible Debentures
On October 9, 2012, we issued $1,500 of senior convertible debentures (the “Debentures”) in a private offering to qualified institutional buyers pursuant to Rule 144A under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”). The Debentures are governed by an indenture dated as of October 9, 2012 between us and The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, N.A., as trustee (the “Indenture”). The Debentures bear interest at a rate of 2.750% per year, payable semi-annually in arrears in cash on April 15 and October 15 of each year, and mature on October 15, 2042, unless earlier redeemed, repurchased or converted into shares of common stock at the applicable conversion rate. The Debentures also have a contingent interest feature that requires us to pay additional interest based on certain thresholds and for certain events, as defined in the Indenture, beginning on October 15, 2022. As of October 15, 2022, one of these events had occurred and contingent interest began accruing on the Debentures at a rate of 0.50% of the average trading price of a Debenture for the ten consecutive trading days ended October 14, 2022. Contingent interest will be payable on April 15, 2023, to holders of the Debentures as of the April 1, 2023 record date.
Holders may convert their Debentures at their option prior to the close of business on the business day immediately preceding April 15, 2042, only under the following circumstances: (1) during any fiscal quarter if the last reported sale price of our common stock for at least 20 trading days during a period of 30 consecutive trading days ending on the last trading day of the preceding fiscal quarter is greater than or equal to 130% of the applicable conversion price on each applicable trading day; (2) during the five business day period after any 10 consecutive trading day period (the “measurement period”) in which the trading price per $1,000 (whole dollars) principal amount of Debentures for each trading day of that measurement period was less than 98% of the product of the last reported sale price of our common stock and the applicable conversion rate on each such day; (3) if we call any or all of the Debentures for redemption, at any time prior to the close of business on the business day immediately preceding the redemption date; or (4) upon the occurrence of specified corporate events, as defined in the Indenture. On and after April 15, 2042 and until the close of business on the third scheduled trading day immediately preceding the Debentures’ maturity date of October 15, 2042, holders may convert their Debentures into common stock at any time irrespective of the preceding circumstances. The Debentures are redeemable at our option at any time on or after October 20, 2022, upon the occurrence of certain events, as defined in the Indenture.
On February 13, 2023, we delivered notice to redeem all of the outstanding Debentures. The Debentures will be redeemed on March 15, 2023 at a redemption price equal to 100% of the principal amount of the Debentures plus accrued and unpaid interest to, but excluding, the date of redemption.
Upon conversion of the Debentures, we will deliver cash up to the aggregate principal amount of the Debentures converted. With respect to any conversion obligation in excess of the aggregate principal amount of the Debentures converted, we have the option to settle the excess with cash, shares of our common stock or a combination thereof based on a daily conversion value, determined in accordance with the Indenture. The initial conversion rate for the Debentures was 13.2319 shares of our common stock per Debenture, which represented a 25% conversion premium based on the closing price of $60.46 per share of our common stock on October 2, 2012 (the date the Debentures’ terms were finalized) and is equivalent to an initial conversion price of $75.575 per share of our common stock.
During the year ended December 31, 2022, $41 aggregate principal amount of the Debentures was surrendered for conversion by certain holders in accordance with the terms and provisions of the Indenture. We elected to settle the excess of the principal amount of the conversion with cash for total payments of $299. During the year ended December 31, 2021, $54 aggregate principal amount of the Debentures was surrendered for conversion by certain holders in accordance with the terms and provisions of the Indenture. We elected to settle the excess of the principal amount of the conversions with cash for total payments of $302. We recognized a loss on the extinguishment of debt related to the Debentures of $6, based on the fair values of the debt on the conversion settlement dates. During the year ended December 31, 2020, $56 aggregate principal amount of the Debentures was surrendered for conversion by certain holders in accordance with the terms and provisions of the Indenture. We elected to settle the excess of the principal amount of the conversions with cash for total payments of $222. We recognized a loss on the extinguishment of debt related to the Debentures of $6, based on the fair values of the debt on the conversion settlement dates. 
As of December 31, 2022, our common stock was last traded at a price of $512.97 per share. If the remaining Debentures had been converted or matured at December 31, 2022, we would have been obligated to pay the principal of the Debentures plus an amount in cash or shares equal to $402. The Debentures and underlying shares of our common stock have not been and will not be registered under the Securities Act, or any state securities laws, and may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an applicable exemption from registration requirements.
We accounted for the Debentures in accordance with the FASB cash conversion guidance for debt with conversion and other options at the time of issue. As a result, the value of the embedded conversion option, net of deferred taxes and equity issuance costs, was bifurcated from its debt host and recorded as a component of additional paid-in capital in our consolidated balance sheets.We adopted ASU 2020-06 on January 1, 2022 using the modified retrospective transition method, which resulted in an increase to our reported debt outstanding of $31, a decrease of our deferred tax liabilities of $8 and a corresponding cumulative-effect reduction to our opening retained earnings of $23, eliminating the bifurcation of the embedded conversion option.
The following table summarizes, at December 31, 2022, the related balances, conversion rate and conversion price of the Debentures:
Outstanding principal amount$63 
Net debt carrying amount$63 
Conversion rate (shares of common stock per $1,000 of principal amount)14.3238 
Effective conversion price (per $1,000 of principal amount)$69.8139 
During the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020, we recognized $2, $4 and $6, respectively, of interest expense related to the Debentures, of which $2, $3 and $5, respectively, represented interest expense recognized at the stated interest rate of 2.750% and $0, $1 and $1, respectively, represented interest expense resulting from amortization of the debt discount.
Interest paid on our total outstanding debt during 2022, 2021 and 2020 was $878, $822, and $794, respectively. 
We were in compliance with all applicable covenants under all of our outstanding debt agreements at December 31, 2022 and 2021.
Future maturities of all long-term debt outstanding at December 31, 2022 are as follows: 2023, $1,500; 2024, $1,647; 2025, $1,650; 2026, $746; 2027, $1,592 and thereafter, $16,714.
v3.22.4
Commitments And Contingencies
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]  
Commitments And Contingencies Commitments and Contingencies
Litigation and Regulatory Proceedings
In the ordinary course of business, we are defendants in, or parties to, a number of pending or threatened legal actions or proceedings. To the extent a plaintiff or plaintiffs in the following cases have specified in their complaint or in other court filings the amount of damages being sought, we have noted those alleged damages in the descriptions below. With respect to the cases described below, we contest liability and/or the amount of damages in each matter and believe we have meritorious defenses.
Where available information indicates that it is probable that a loss has been incurred as of the date of the consolidated financial statements and we can reasonably estimate the amount of that loss, we accrue the estimated loss by a charge to income. In many proceedings, however, it is difficult to determine whether any loss is probable or reasonably possible. In addition, even where loss is possible or an exposure to loss exists in excess of the liability already accrued with respect to a previously identified loss contingency, it is not always possible to reasonably estimate the amount of the possible loss or range of loss.
With respect to many of the proceedings to which we are a party, we cannot provide an estimate of the possible losses, or the range of possible losses in excess of the amount, if any, accrued, for various reasons, including but not limited to some or all of the following: (i) there are novel or unsettled legal issues presented, (ii) the proceedings are in early stages, (iii) there is uncertainty as to the likelihood of a class being certified or decertified or the ultimate size and scope of the class, (iv) there is uncertainty as to the outcome of pending appeals or motions, (v) there are significant factual issues to be resolved, and/or (vi) in many cases, the plaintiffs have not specified damages in their complaint or in court filings. For those legal proceedings where a loss is probable, or reasonably possible, and for which it is possible to reasonably estimate the amount of the possible loss or range of losses, we currently believe that the range of possible losses, in excess of established reserves is, in the aggregate, from $0 to approximately $250 at December 31, 2022. This estimated aggregate range of reasonably possible losses is based upon currently available information taking into account our best estimate of such losses for which such an estimate can be made.
Blue Cross Blue Shield Antitrust Litigation
We are a defendant in multiple lawsuits that were initially filed in 2012 against the BCBSA and Blue Cross and/or Blue Shield licensees (the “Blue plans”) across the country. Cases filed in twenty-eight states were consolidated into a single, multi-district proceeding captioned In re Blue Cross Blue Shield Antitrust Litigation that is pending in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Alabama (the “Court”). Generally, the suits allege that the BCBSA and the Blue plans have
conspired to horizontally allocate geographic markets through license agreements, best efforts rules that limit the percentage of non-Blue revenue of each plan, restrictions on acquisitions, rules governing the BlueCard® and National Accounts programs and other arrangements in violation of the Sherman Antitrust Act (“Sherman Act”) and related state laws. The cases were brought by two putative nationwide classes of plaintiffs, health plan subscribers and providers.

In April 2018, the Court issued an order on the parties’ cross motions for partial summary judgment, determining that the defendants’ aggregation of geographic market allocations and output restrictions are to be analyzed under a per se standard of review, and the BlueCard® program and other alleged Section 1 Sherman Act violations are to be analyzed under the rule of reason standard of review. With respect to whether the defendants operate as a single entity with regard to the enforcement of the Blue Cross Blue Shield trademarks, the Court found that summary judgment was not appropriate due to the existence of genuine issues of material fact. In April 2019, the plaintiffs filed motions for class certification, which defendants opposed.
The BCBSA and Blue plans approved a settlement agreement and release with the subscriber plaintiffs (the “Subscriber Settlement Agreement”), which agreement required the Court’s approval to become effective. The Subscriber Settlement Agreement requires the defendants to make a monetary settlement payment and contains certain terms imposing non-monetary obligations including (i) eliminating the “national best efforts” rule in the BCBSA license agreements (which rule limits the percentage of non-Blue revenue permitted for each Blue plan) and (ii) allowing for some large national employers with self-funded benefit plans to request a bid for insurance coverage from a second Blue plan in addition to the local Blue plan.
In November 2020, the Court issued an order preliminarily approving the Subscriber Settlement Agreement, following which members of the subscriber class were provided notice of the Subscriber Settlement Agreement and an opportunity to opt out of the class. A small number of subscribers submitted valid opt-outs by the July 2021 opt-out deadline. A fairness hearing was held in October 2021 and the Court took the request for final approval under advisement. In February 2022, the Court ordered the issuance of a supplemental notice to self-funded account class members. The notice process was completed in March 2022.
In August 2022, the Court issued a final order approving the Subscriber Settlement Agreement (the “Final Approval Order”). The Court amended its Final Approval Order in September 2022, further clarifying the injunctive relief that may be available to subscribers who submitted valid opt-outs. In September 2022, an objector filed a motion to amend the Final Approval Order, which the Court denied. In compliance with the Subscriber Settlement Agreement, the Company paid $506 into an escrow account in September 2022, for an aggregate and full settlement payment by the Company of $596, which was previously accrued in 2020.
Four notices of appeal of the Final Approval Order were filed by the September 2022 appeal deadline. Those appeals are proceeding in the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit. In the event that all appellate rights are exhausted in a manner that affirms the Court’s Final Approval Order, the defendants’ payment and non-monetary obligations under the Subscriber Settlement Agreement will become effective and the funds held in escrow will be distributed in accordance with the Subscriber Settlement Agreement.
In October 2020, after the Court lifted the stay as to the provider litigation, provider plaintiffs filed a renewed motion for class certification, which defendants opposed. In March 2021, the Court issued an order terminating the pending motion for class certification until the Court determines the standard of review applicable to the providers’ claims. In May 2021, the defendants and provider plaintiffs filed renewed standard of review motions. In June 2021, the parties filed summary judgment motions not critically dependent on class certification. In February 2022, the Court issued orders (i) granting certain defendants’ motion for partial summary judgment against the provider plaintiffs who had previously released claims against such defendants, and (ii) granting the provider plaintiffs’ motion for partial summary judgment, holding that Ohio v. American Express Co. does not affect the standard of review in this case. In August 2022, the Court issued orders (i) granting in part the defendants’ motion regarding the antitrust standard of review, holding that for the period of time after the elimination of the “national best efforts” rule, the rule of reason applies to the provider plaintiffs’ market allocation conspiracy claims, and (ii) denying the provider plaintiffs’ motion for partial summary judgment on the standard of review, reaffirming its prior holding that the providers’ group boycott claims are subject to the rule of reason. In November 2022, the Court issued an order requiring the parties to submit supplemental briefs on certain questions related to providers’ renewed motion for class certification. We intend to continue to vigorously defend the provider litigation, which we believe is without merit; however, its ultimate outcome cannot be presently determined.
A number of follow-on cases involving entities that opted out of the Subscriber Settlement Agreement have been filed. Those actions are: Alaska Air Group, Inc., et al. v. Anthem, Inc., et al., No. 2:21-cv-01209-AMM (N.D. Ala.); JetBlue Airways Corp., et al. v. Anthem, Inc., et al., No. 2:22-cv-00558-GMB (N.D. Ala.); Metropolitan Transportation Authority v. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama et al., No. 2:22-cv-00265-RDP (N.D. Ala.); Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. v. Anthem, Inc., No. 2:22-cv-01256-SGC (N.D. Ala.); Hoover, et al. v. Blue Cross Blue Shield Association, et al., No. 2:22-cv-00261-RDP (N.D. Ala.); and VHS Liquidating Trust v. Blue Cross of California, et al., No. RG21106600 (Cal. Super.). We intend to continue to vigorously defend these follow-on cases, which we believe are without merit; however, their ultimate outcome cannot be presently determined.
Blue Cross of California Taxation Litigation
In July 2013, our California affiliate Blue Cross of California (doing business as Anthem Blue Cross) (“BCC”) was named as a defendant in a California taxpayer action filed in Los Angeles County Superior Court (the “Superior Court”) captioned Michael D. Myers v. State Board of Equalization, et al. This action was brought under a California statute that permits an individual taxpayer to sue a governmental agency when the taxpayer believes the agency has failed to enforce governing law. Plaintiff contends that BCC, a licensed Health Care Service Plan, is an “insurer” for purposes of taxation despite acknowledging it is not an “insurer” under regulatory law. At the time, under California law, “insurers” were required to pay a gross premiums tax (“GPT”) calculated as 2.35% on gross premiums. As a licensed Health Care Service Plan, BCC has paid the California Corporate Franchise Tax (“CFT”), the tax paid by California businesses generally. Plaintiff contends that BCC must pay the GPT rather than the CFT and seeks a writ of mandate directing the taxing agencies to collect the GPT and an order requiring BCC to pay GPT back taxes, interest, and penalties for the eight-year period prior to the filing of the complaint.
Because the GPT is constitutionally imposed in lieu of certain other taxes, BCC has filed protective tax refund claims with the City of Los Angeles, the California Department of Health Care Services and the Franchise Tax Board to protect its rights to recover certain taxes previously paid should BCC eventually be determined to be subject to the GPT for the tax periods at issue in the litigation.
In March 2018, the Superior Court denied BCC’s motion for judgment on the pleadings and similar motions brought by other entities. In December 2020, the Superior Court granted BCC’s motion for summary judgment, dismissing the plaintiff’s lawsuit. In November 2021, the plaintiff appealed the summary judgment order. BCC’s responding brief was filed in March 2022 and Plaintiff’s reply was filed in May 2022. We estimate that the appeal will be heard in March 2023. We intend to vigorously defend the appeal of this lawsuit.
Express Scripts, Inc. Pharmacy Benefit Management Litigation
In March 2016, we filed a lawsuit against Express Scripts, Inc. (“Express Scripts”), our vendor at the time for PBM services, captioned Anthem, Inc. v. Express Scripts, Inc., in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York (the “District Court”). The lawsuit seeks to recover over $14,800 in damages for pharmacy pricing that is higher than competitive benchmark pricing under the agreement between the parties (the “ESI PBM Agreement”), over $158 in damages related to operational breaches, as well as various declarations under the ESI PBM Agreement, including that Express Scripts: (i) breached its obligation to negotiate in good faith and to agree in writing to new pricing terms; (ii) was required to provide competitive benchmark pricing to us through the term of the ESI PBM Agreement; (iii) has breached the ESI PBM Agreement; and (iv) is required under the ESI PBM Agreement to provide post-termination services, at competitive benchmark pricing, for one year following any termination.
Express Scripts has disputed our contractual claims and is seeking declaratory judgments: (i) regarding the timing of the periodic pricing review under the ESI PBM Agreement, and (ii) that it has no obligation to ensure that we receive any specific level of pricing, that we have no contractual right to any change in pricing under the ESI PBM Agreement and that its sole obligation is to negotiate proposed pricing terms in good faith. In the alternative, Express Scripts claims that we have been unjustly enriched by its payment of $4,675 at the time we entered into the ESI PBM Agreement. In March 2017, the District Court granted our motion to dismiss Express Scripts’ counterclaims for (i) breach of the implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing, and (ii) unjust enrichment with prejudice. After such ruling, Express Scripts’ only remaining claims were for breach of contract and declaratory relief. In August 2021, Express Scripts filed a motion for summary judgment, which we opposed. In March 2022, the District Court granted in part and denied in part Express Scripts’ motion for summary
judgment. The District Court dismissed our declaratory judgment claim, our breach of contract claim for failure to prove damages and most of our operational breach claims. As a result of the summary judgment decision, the only remaining claims as of the filing of this Annual Report on Form 10-K are (i) our operational breach claim based on Express Scripts’ prior authorization processes and (ii) Express Scripts’ counterclaim for breach of the market check provision of the ESI PBM Agreement. Express Scripts filed a second motion for summary judgment in June 2022, challenging our remaining operational breach claims, which we opposed in July 2022. We intend to appeal the earlier summary judgment decision at the appropriate time, vigorously pursue our claims and defend against counterclaims, which we believe are without merit; however, the ultimate outcome of this litigation cannot be presently determined.
Medicare Risk Adjustment Litigation
In March 2020, the U.S. Department of Justice (“DOJ”) filed a civil lawsuit against Elevance Health, Inc. (f/k/a Anthem, Inc.) in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York (the “New York District Court”) in a case captioned United States v. Anthem, Inc. The DOJ’s suit alleges, among other things, that we falsely certified the accuracy of the diagnosis data we submitted to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (“CMS”) for risk-adjustment purposes under Medicare Part C and knowingly failed to delete inaccurate diagnosis codes. The DOJ further alleges that, as a result of these purported acts, we caused CMS to calculate the risk-adjustment payments based on inaccurate diagnosis information, which enabled us to obtain unspecified amounts of payments in Medicare funds in violation of the False Claims Act. The DOJ filed an amended complaint in July 2020, alleging the same causes of action but revising some of its factual allegations. In September 2020, we filed a motion to transfer the lawsuit to the Southern District of Ohio, a motion to dismiss part of the lawsuit, and a motion to strike certain allegations in the amended complaint. In an opinion and order issued October 3, 2022, the New York District Court denied our motions, and the case will now proceed in that court. In November 2022, we filed an answer. We intend to continue to vigorously defend this suit, which we believe is without merit; however, the ultimate outcome cannot be presently determined.

Investigations of CareMore and HealthSun
With the assistance of outside counsel, we are conducting investigations of risk-adjustment practices involving data submitted to CMS (unrelated to our retrospective chart review program) at CareMore Health Plans, Inc. (“CareMore”), one of our California subsidiaries, and HealthSun Health Plans, Inc. (“HealthSun”), one of our Florida subsidiaries. Our CareMore investigation has resulted in the termination of CareMore’s relationship with one contracted provider in California. Our HealthSun investigation has focused on risk adjustment practices initiated prior to our acquisition of HealthSun in December 2017 that continued after the acquisition. We have voluntarily self-disclosed the existence of both of our investigations to CMS and the Criminal and Civil Divisions of the DOJ. We are cooperating with the ongoing investigations of the Criminal and Civil Divisions of the DOJ related to these risk adjustment practices, and have entered into a tolling agreement with the Civil Division of the DOJ related to its investigation. We are analyzing the scope of potential data corrections to be submitted to CMS and have begun to submit data corrections to CMS. We have also asserted indemnity claims for escrowed funds under the HealthSun purchase agreement for, among other things, breach of healthcare and financial representation provisions, based on the conduct discovered during our investigation. While certain elements of the escrow claims were resolved in the fourth quarters of 2021 and 2022, litigation in the Delaware Court of Chancery related to the remaining indemnity claims for escrowed funds remains ongoing.
Other Contingencies
From time to time, we and certain of our subsidiaries are parties to various legal proceedings, many of which involve claims for coverage encountered in the ordinary course of business. We, like Health Maintenance Organizations (“HMOs”) and health insurers generally, exclude certain healthcare and other services from coverage under our HMO, Preferred Provider Organizations and other plans. We are, in the ordinary course of business, subject to the claims of our enrollees arising out of decisions to restrict or deny reimbursement for uncovered services. The loss of even one such claim, if it results in a significant punitive damage award, could have a material adverse effect on us. In addition, the risk of potential liability under punitive damage theories may increase significantly the difficulty of obtaining reasonable reimbursement of coverage claims.
In addition to the lawsuits described above, we are also involved in other pending and threatened litigation of the character incidental to our business and are from time to time involved as a party in various governmental investigations,
audits, reviews and administrative proceedings. These investigations, audits, reviews and administrative proceedings include routine and special inquiries by state insurance departments, state attorneys general, the U.S. Attorney General and subcommittees of the U.S. Congress. Such investigations, audits, reviews and administrative proceedings could result in the imposition of civil or criminal fines, penalties, other sanctions and additional rules, regulations or other restrictions on our business operations. Any liability that may result from any one of these actions, or in the aggregate, could have a material adverse effect on our consolidated financial position or results of operations.
Contractual Obligations and Commitments
In March 2020, we entered into an agreement with a vendor for information technology infrastructure and related management and support services through June 2025. The new agreement supersedes certain prior agreements for such services and includes provisions for additional services not provided under those agreements. Our remaining commitment under this agreement at December 31, 2022 is approximately $761. We will have the ability to terminate the agreement upon the occurrence of certain events, subject to early termination fees.
In the second quarter of 2019, we began using our pharmacy benefits manager CarelonRx, formerly known as IngenioRx, to market and offer PBM services to our affiliated health plan customers, as well as to external customers outside of the health plans we own. The comprehensive PBM services portfolio includes, but is not limited to, formulary management, pharmacy networks, prescription drug database, member services and mail order capabilities. CarelonRx delegates certain PBM administrative functions, such as claims processing and prescription fulfillment, to CaremarkPCS Health, L.L.C., which is a subsidiary of CVS Health Corporation, pursuant to a five-year agreement, which is set to terminate on December 31, 2024. With CarelonRx, we retain the responsibilities for clinical and formulary strategy and development, member and employer experiences, operations, sales, marketing, account management and retail network strategy.
Vulnerability from Concentrations
Financial instruments that potentially subject us to concentrations of credit risk consist primarily of cash equivalents, investment securities, premium receivables and instruments held through hedging activities. All investment securities are managed by professional investment managers within policies authorized by our Board of Directors. Such policies limit the amounts that may be invested in any one issuer and prescribe certain investee company criteria. Concentrations of credit risk with respect to premium receivables are limited due to the large number of employer groups that constitute our customer base in the states in which we conduct business. As of December 31, 2022, there were no significant concentrations of financial instruments in a single investee, industry or geographic location.
v3.22.4
Capital Stock
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Banking Regulation, Total Capital [Abstract]  
Capital Stock Capital Stock
Stock Incentive Plans
Our Board of Directors has adopted the 2017 Elevance Health Incentive Compensation Plan, formerly known as the 2017 Anthem Incentive Compensation Plan (“2017 Incentive Plan”), which has been approved by our shareholders. The term of the 2017 Incentive Plan is such that no awards may be granted on or after May 18, 2027. The 2017 Incentive Plan gives authority to the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors to make incentive awards to our non-employee directors, employees and consultants, consisting of stock options, stock, restricted stock, restricted stock units, cash-based awards, stock appreciation rights, performance shares and performance units. The 2017 Incentive Plan limits the number of available shares for issuance to 37.5 shares, subject to adjustment as set forth in the 2017 Incentive Plan.
Stock options are granted for a fixed number of shares with an exercise price at least equal to the fair value of the shares at the grant date. Stock options vest over three years in equal annual installments and generally have a term of ten years from the grant date.
Certain option grants contain provisions whereby the employee continues to vest in the award subsequent to termination due to retirement. Our attribution method for newly granted awards considers all vesting and other provisions, including retirement eligibility, in determining the requisite service period over which the fair value of the awards will be recognized.
Awards of restricted stock or restricted stock units are issued at the fair value of the stock on the grant date and may also include one or more performance measures that must be met for the award to vest. For restricted stock or restricted stock
units without performance measures, the restrictions lapse in three equal annual installments. Restricted stock or restricted stock units with performance measures vest in three year installments. Performance units issued in 2022 will vest in 2025, based on certain revenue and earnings targets over the three year period of 2022 to 2024. Performance units issued in 2021 will vest in 2024, based on certain revenue and earnings targets over the three year period of 2021 to 2023. Performance units issued in 2020 will vest in 2023, based on certain revenue and earnings targets over the three year period of 2020 to 2022.
For the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020, we recognized share-based compensation expense of $264, $255 and $283, respectively, as well as related tax benefits of $66, $65 and $74, respectively.
A summary of stock option activity for the year ended December 31, 2022 is as follows:
Number of
Shares
Weighted-Average
Option Price
per Share
Weighted-Average
Remaining
Contractual Life
(Years)
Aggregate
Intrinsic
Value
Outstanding at January 1, 20222.9 $255.50 
Granted0.5 452.67 
Exercised(0.5)242.79 
Forfeited or expired(0.1)339.20 
Outstanding at December 31, 20222.8 293.28 6.35$622 
Exercisable at December 31, 20221.6 239.89 5.14$448 
The intrinsic value of options exercised during the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 amounted to $120, $121 and $147, respectively. We recognized tax benefits of $31, $32 and $40 during the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020, respectively, from option exercises and disqualifying dispositions. During the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020, we received cash of $120, $148 and $129, respectively, from exercises of stock options.
The total fair value of restricted stock awards that vested during the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 was $261, $287 and $335, respectively.
A summary of the status of nonvested restricted stock activity, including restricted stock units and performance units, for the year ended December 31, 2022 is as follows:
Restricted
Stock Shares
and Units
Weighted-Average
Grant Date
Fair Value
per Share
Nonvested at January 1, 20221.3 $299.65 
Granted0.6 453.70 
Vested(0.6)301.89 
Forfeited(0.1)347.73 
Nonvested at December 31, 20221.2 357.21 
During the year ended December 31, 2022, we granted approximately 0.2 restricted stock units that are contingent upon us achieving certain revenue and earnings targets over the three year period of 2022 to 2024. These grants have been included in the activity shown above, but will be subject to adjustment at the end of 2024, based on results in the three year period.
As of December 31, 2022, the total remaining unrecognized compensation expense related to nonvested stock options and restricted stock, including restricted stock units and performance units, amounted to $35 and $176, respectively, which will be amortized over the weighted-average remaining requisite service periods of 9 months and 12 months, respectively.
As of December 31, 2022, there were approximately 14.0 shares of common stock available for future grants under the 2017 Incentive Plan.
 Fair Value
We use a binomial lattice valuation model to estimate the fair value of all stock options granted. Expected volatility assumptions used in the binomial lattice model are based on an analysis of implied volatility of publicly traded options on our stock and historical volatility of our stock price. The risk-free interest rate is derived from the U.S. Treasury strip rates at the time of the grant. The expected term of the options was derived from the outputs of the binomial lattice model, which incorporates post-vesting forfeiture assumptions based on an analysis of historical data. The dividend yield was based on our estimate of future dividend yields. Similar groups of employees that have dissimilar exercise behavior are considered separately for valuation purposes. We utilize the multiple-grant approach for recognizing compensation expense associated with each separately vesting portion of the share-based award.
The following weighted-average assumptions were used to estimate the fair values of options granted during the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020:
202220212020
Risk-free interest rate1.97 %1.44 %1.30 %
Volatility factor29.00 %30.00 %26.00 %
Dividend yield (annual)1.10 %1.50 %1.40 %
Weighted-average expected life (years)5.105.504.30
The following weighted-average fair values were determined for the years ending December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020:
202220212020
Options granted during the year$116.92 $79.91 $54.05 
Restricted stock awards granted during the year453.70 317.70 272.37 
The binomial lattice option-pricing model requires the input of subjective assumptions including the expected stock price volatility. Because our stock option grants have characteristics significantly different from those of traded options, and because changes in the subjective input assumptions can materially affect the fair value estimate, in our opinion, existing models do not necessarily provide a reliable single measure of the fair value of our stock option grants.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
We have registered 14.0 shares of common stock for the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (the “Stock Purchase Plan”), which is intended to provide a means to encourage and assist employees in acquiring a stock ownership interest in Elevance Health. Pursuant to the terms of the Stock Purchase Plan, an eligible employee is permitted to purchase no more than $25,000 (actual dollars) worth of stock in any calendar year, based on the fair value of the stock at the end of each plan quarter. Employees become participants by electing payroll deductions from 1% to 15% of gross compensation. Once purchased, the stock is accumulated in the employee’s investment account. The Stock Purchase Plan allows participants to purchase shares of our common stock at a discounted price per share of 90% of the fair value of a share of common stock on the lower of the first or last trading day of the plan quarter purchase period. The Stock Purchase Plan discount was recognized as compensation expense for the year ended December 31, 2022, based on GAAP guidance. During the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020, we issued 0.1, 0.1 and 0.2 shares, respectively, under the Stock Purchase Plan, and we received cash of $62, $55 and $47, respectively, for such shares. As of December 31, 2022, 4.3 shares were available for issuance under the Stock Purchase Plan.
Use of Capital and Stock Repurchase Program
We regularly review the appropriate use of capital, including acquisitions, common stock and debt security repurchases and dividends to shareholders. The declaration and payment of any dividends or repurchases of our common stock or debt is at the discretion of our Board of Directors and depends upon our financial condition, results of operations, future liquidity needs, regulatory and capital requirements and other factors deemed relevant by our Board of Directors.
A summary of the cash dividend activity for the years ended December 31, 2022 and 2021 is as follows: 
Declaration DateRecord DatePayment DateCash Dividend
per Share
Total
Year ended December 31, 2022
January 25, 2022March 10, 2022March 25, 2022$1.28 $309 
April 19, 2022June 10, 2022June 24, 20221.28 309 
July 19, 2022September 9, 2022September 23, 20221.28 306 
October 18, 2022December 5, 2022December 21, 20221.28 305 
Year ended December 31, 2021
January 26, 2021March 10, 2021March 25, 2021$1.13 $277 
April 20, 2021June 10, 2021June 25, 20211.13 278 
July 20, 2021September 10, 2021September 24, 20211.13 276 
October 19, 2021December 3, 2021December 21, 20211.13 273 
On January 24, 2023, our Audit Committee declared a quarterly cash dividend to shareholders of $1.48 per share on the outstanding shares of our common stock. This quarterly dividend is payable on March 24, 2023 to the shareholders of record as of March 10, 2023.
Under our Board of Directors’ authorization, we maintain a common stock repurchase program. On January 26, 2021, our Audit Committee, pursuant to authorization granted by the Board of Directors, authorized a $5,000 increase to our common stock repurchase program. On January 24, 2023, our Audit Committee, pursuant to authorization granted by the Board of Directors, authorized a $5,000 increase to our common stock repurchase program. No duration has been placed on our common stock repurchase program, and we reserve the right to discontinue the program at any time. We intend to utilize this authorization over a multi-year period, subject to market and industry conditions. Repurchases may be made from time to time at prevailing market prices, subject to certain restrictions on volume, pricing and timing. The repurchases are affected from time to time in the open market, through negotiated transactions, including accelerated share repurchase agreements, and through plans designed to comply with Rule 10b5-1 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Our stock repurchase program is discretionary, as we are under no obligation to repurchase shares. We repurchase shares under the program when we believe it is a prudent use of capital. The excess cost of the repurchased shares over par value is charged on a pro rata basis to additional paid-in capital and retained earnings.
A summary of common stock repurchases for the years ended December 31, 2022 and 2021 is as follows:
Years Ended December 31
 20222021
Shares repurchased4.8 5.1 
Average price per share$478.99 $371.46 
Aggregate cost$2,316 $1,900 
Authorization remaining at end of year$1,876 $4,192 
We expect to utilize the remaining authorized amount over a multi-year period, subject to market and industry conditions.
For additional information regarding the use of capital for debt security repurchases, see Note 13, “Debt.”
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Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Abstract]  
Accumulated Other Comprehensive (Loss) Income Accumulated Other Comprehensive (Loss) Income
A reconciliation of the components of accumulated other comprehensive (loss) income at December 31, 2022, 2021, and 2020 is as follows:
202220212020
Net unrealized investment gains:
Beginning of year balance$492 $949 $521 
Other comprehensive (loss) income before reclassifications, net of tax benefit (expense) of $926, $121, and $(160), respectively
(2,614)(357)478 
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income, net of tax benefit (expense) of $(94), $27, and $(13), respectively
354 (100)(50)
Other comprehensive (loss) income(2,260)(457)428 
End of year balance(1,768)492 949 
Non-credit components of impairments on investments:
Beginning of year balance— (2)(2)
Other comprehensive income, net of tax (expense) benefit of $0, $(1),and $0, respectively
(3)— 
End of year balance(3)— (2)
Net cash flow hedges:
Beginning of year balance(239)(250)(262)
Other comprehensive income, net of tax expense of $(6), $(3), and $(3), respectively
10 11 12 
End of year balance(229)(239)(250)
Pension and other postretirement benefits:
Beginning of year balance(429)(552)(551)
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax expense of $(23), $(36), and $(2), respectively
(70)123 (1)
End of year balance(499)(429)(552)
Foreign currency translation adjustments:
Beginning of year balance(4)(2)
Other comprehensive (loss) income, net of tax benefit (expense) of $6, $2, and $(2)
(13)(9)
End of year balance(17)(4)
Total:
Total beginning of year accumulated other comprehensive (loss) income(178)150 (296)
Total other comprehensive (loss) income, net of tax benefit (expense) of $809, $110, and $(154), respectively
(2,336)(330)446 
Total other comprehensive loss attributable to noncontrolling interests, net of tax (expense) benefit of $(3), $1, and $0, respectively
11 — 
Total end of year accumulated other comprehensive (loss) income$(2,503)$(178)$150 
v3.22.4
Reinsurance
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Reinsurance Disclosures [Abstract]  
Reinsurance Reinsurance
We reinsure certain risks with other companies and assume risk from other companies. We remain primarily liable to policyholders under ceded insurance contracts and are contingently liable for amounts recoverable from reinsurers in the event that such reinsurers do not meet their contractual obligations.
A summary of direct, assumed and ceded premiums earned for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 is as follows:
 202220212020
Direct$128,867$113,149$100,832
Assumed4,4264,2983,356
Ceded(64)(74)(79)
Net premiums$133,229$117,373$104,109
Percentage—assumed to net premiums
3.3 %3.7 %3.2 %
The difference between written premiums and earned premiums is immaterial in each of the years presented above.
A summary of net premiums earned by segment (see Note 20, “Segment Information”) for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 is as follows:
 202220212020
Reportable segments:
Commercial & Specialty Business$35,633 $33,209 $31,471 
Government Business96,323 82,520 71,188 
Other1,273 1,644 1,450 
Net premiums$133,229 $117,373 $104,109 
The effect of reinsurance on benefit expense for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 is as follows:
202220212020
Direct$112,809 $99,007 $85,168 
Assumed3,730 3,719 2,967 
Ceded(52)(81)(90)
Net benefit expense$116,487 $102,645 $88,045 
v3.22.4
Leases
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Lessee Disclosure [Abstract]  
Lessee, Operating Leases [Text Block] Leases
We lease office space and certain computer and related equipment using noncancelable operating leases. Our leases have remaining lease terms of 1 year to 12 years.
The information related to our leases is as follows:
Balance Sheet LocationDecember 31, 2022December 31, 2021
Operating Leases
ROU assetsOther noncurrent assets$604 $628 
Lease liabilities, currentOther current liabilities181 133 
Lease liabilities, noncurrentOther noncurrent liabilities751 864 
Years Ended December 31
202220212020
Lease Expense
Operating lease expense$143$261 $438 
Short-term and variable lease expense3545 50 
Sublease income(3)(4)(9)
Total lease expense$175$302 $479 
Our activities as disclosed in Note 4, “Business Optimization Initiatives,” include reducing our office space footprint. As a result, we performed an interim impairment test during the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020, and recorded impairment charges of $34, $136 and $258, respectively, for impairment and abandonment of ROU assets which are included in the operating lease expense shown above.
Years Ended December 31
20222021
Other information
Operating cash paid for amounts included in the measurement of lease liabilities, operating leases$204$198
ROU assets obtained in exchange for new lease liabilities, operating leases$113$334
Weighted average remaining lease term in years, operating leases77
Weighted average discount rate, operating leases2.98 %2.69 %
At December 31, 2022, future lease payments for noncancelable operating leases with initial or remaining terms of one year or more are as follows:
2023$206 
2024179 
2025145 
2026111 
202777 
Thereafter310 
Total future minimum payments 1,028 
Less imputed interest(96)
Total lease liabilities$932 
v3.22.4
Earnings Per Share
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]  
Earnings Per Share Earnings per Share
The denominator for basic and diluted earnings per share at December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 is as follows:
202220212020
Denominator for basic earnings per share—weighted-average shares240.0 243.8 250.8 
Effect of dilutive securities—employee stock options, non-vested restricted stock awards, convertible debentures and equity units
2.8 3.0 3.5 
Denominator for diluted earnings per share242.8 246.8 254.3 
During the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020, weighted-average shares related to certain stock options of 0.4, 0.2 and 1.2, respectively, were excluded from the denominator for diluted earnings per share because the stock options were anti-dilutive.
During the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020, we issued approximately 0.2, 0.3 and 0.3 restricted stock units, respectively, of which vesting was contingent upon us meeting certain earnings targets. Contingent restricted stock units are excluded from the denominator for diluted earnings per share and are included only if and when the contingency is met. The 2022 contingent restricted stock units are being measured over the three year period of 2022 through 2024, the 2021 contingent restricted stock units are being measured over the three year period of 2021 through 2023 and the 2020 contingent restricted stock units are being measured over the three year period of 2020 through 2022. Contingent restricted stock units generally vest in March of the year following each measurement period.
v3.22.4
Segment Information
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Segment Reporting [Abstract]  
Segment Information Segment Information
Through December 31, 2022, we managed and presented our operations through four reportable segments: Commercial & Specialty Business, Government Business, CarelonRx (formerly known as IngenioRx) and Other.
Our Commercial & Specialty Business segment offers plans and services to our Individual, Group risk-based, Group fee-based and BlueCard® members. The Commercial & Specialty Business segment offers health products on a full-risk basis; provides a broad array of administrative managed care services to our fee-based customers; and provides a variety of specialty and other insurance products and services such as dental, vision, life, disability and supplemental health insurance benefits.
Our Government Business segment includes our Medicare and Medicaid businesses, National Government Services (“NGS”) and services provided to the federal government in connection with the FEHB business.
Our CarelonRx segment includes our PBM business. CarelonRx markets and offers PBM services to our affiliated health plan customers, as well as to external customers outside of the health plans we own. CarelonRx has a comprehensive PBM services portfolio, which includes services such as formulary management, pharmacy networks, prescription drug database, member services and mail order capabilities.
Our Other segment includes our Diversified Business Group, now known as Carelon Services, which is our health services business focused on lowering the cost and improving the quality of healthcare by enabling and creating new care delivery and payment models, with a special emphasis on serving those with complex and chronic conditions. This segment also includes certain eliminations and corporate expenses not allocated to our other reportable segments.
As discussed in Note 1 “Organization”, we will be organizing our brand portfolio into three core go-to-market brands over the next several years. As we continue our journey to evolve our business from a traditional health insurance company into a lifetime, trusted health partner, we are evaluating and making changes to how we manage our business. This included a review of the products in each of our operating segments, which resulted in restructurings between some of our operating segments. Therefore, our reportable segment presentation in 2023 and its composition will reflect how we began managing our operations and monitoring performance, aligning strategies and allocating resources on January 1, 2023. As a result of these changes, beginning with our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the first quarter of 2023, we will report our results in the following four reportable segments: (i) Health Benefits, which will combine our existing Commercial & Specialty Business and Government Business segments; (ii) our existing CarelonRx segment; (iii) Carelon Services (our former Diversified Business Group), which will be carved out from our existing Other segment; and (iv) Corporate and Other, which will include businesses that do not individually meet the quantitative thresholds for an operating segment, as well as corporate expenses not allocated to our other reportable segments. We expect to reclassify previously reported information to conform to the new presentation.
We define operating revenues to include premium income, product revenue and administrative fees and other revenues. Operating revenues are derived from premiums and fees received, primarily from the sale and administration of health benefit and pharmacy products and services. Operating gain is calculated as total operating revenue less benefit expense, cost of products sold and selling, general and administrative expense.
Affiliated revenues represent revenues or costs for services provided to our subsidiaries by CarelonRx and Carelon Services, as well as certain back-office services provided by our international businesses, and are recorded at cost or management’s estimate of fair market value. These affiliated revenues are eliminated in consolidation. For segment reporting, we present all capitation risk arrangements on a gross basis; therefore, eliminations also include adjustments for capitated risk arrangements that are recognized on a net basis under GAAP.
Through our participation in various federal government programs, we generated approximately 28% of our total consolidated revenues from agencies of the U.S. government for each of the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021, and 2020. The majority of these revenues are contained in our Government Business segment. An immaterial amount of our total consolidated revenues is derived from activities outside of the U.S. and Puerto Rico.
The accounting policies of the segments are consistent with those described in the summary of significant accounting policies in Note 2, “Basis of Presentation and Significant Accounting Policies,” except that all capitation risk arrangements are reported on a gross basis with an adjustment included in eliminations for capitated risk arrangements that are presented on a net basis under GAAP. We evaluate performance of the reportable segments based on operating gain or loss as defined above. We evaluate net investment income, net gains (losses) on financial instruments, interest expense, amortization expense, gain or loss on extinguishment of debt, income taxes and assets and liabilities on a consolidated basis, as these items are managed in a corporate shared service environment and are not the responsibility of segment operating management.
Financial data by reportable segment for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 is as follows:
Commercial & Specialty BusinessGovernment BusinessCarelonRxOtherEliminationsTotal
Year ended December 31, 2022
Operating revenue - unaffiliated
$41,674 $96,810 14,974 $2,202 $— $155,660 
Operating revenue - affiliated
— — 13,552 11,092 (24,644)— 
Operating gain2,933 3,297 1,868 354 — 8,452 
Depreciation and amortization of property and equipment
— — — 784 — 784 
Year ended December 31, 2021
Operating revenue - unaffiliated
$38,809 $82,919 12,655 $2,560 $— $136,943 
Operating revenue - affiliated
— — 12,776 7,690 (20,466)— 
Operating gain (loss)
2,753 3,061 1,684 (9)— 7,489 
Depreciation and amortization of property and equipment
— — — 668 — 668 
Year ended December 31, 2020
Operating revenue - unaffiliated
$36,699 $71,572 10,384 $2,153 $— $120,808 
Operating revenue - affiliated
— — 11,527 3,904 (15,431)— 
Operating gain (loss)
2,681 2,444 1,361 (126)— 6,360 
Depreciation and amortization of property and equipment
— — — 638 — 638 
 The major product revenues for each of the reportable segments for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 are as follows:
202220212020
Commercial & Specialty Business
Managed care products$33,927 $31,564 $29,815 
Managed care services6,152 5,711 5,296 
Dental/Vision products and services1,434 1,363 1,231 
Other161 171 357 
Total Commercial & Specialty Business41,674 38,809 36,699 
Government Business
Managed care products96,322 82,519 71,188 
Managed care services488 400 384 
Total Government Business96,810 82,919 71,572 
CarelonRx
Pharmacy products and services28,526 25,431 21,911 
Other
Integrated health services12,274 9,645 5,787 
Other1,020 605 270 
Total Other Business13,294 10,250 6,057 
Eliminations
Eliminations(24,644)(20,466)(15,431)
Total product revenues$155,660 $136,943 $120,808 
The classification between managed care products and managed care services in the above table primarily distinguishes between the levels of risk assumed. Managed care products represent insurance products where we bear the insurance risk, whereas managed care services represent fee-based product offerings where we provide claims adjudication and other administrative services to the customer, but the customer principally bears the insurance risk. 
Asset, liability and equity details by reportable segment have not been disclosed, as we do not internally report such information. 
A reconciliation of reportable segments’ operating revenue to the amounts of total revenues included in our consolidated statements of income for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 is as follows:
202220212020
Reportable segments’ operating revenues$155,660 $136,943 $120,808 
Net investment income1,485 1,378 877 
Net (losses) gains on financial instruments(550)318 182 
Total revenues$156,595 $138,639 $121,867 
A reconciliation of reportable segments’ operating gain to income before income tax expense included in our consolidated statements of income for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 is as follows:
202220212020
Income before income tax expense$7,769 $7,925 $6,238 
Net investment income(1,485)(1,378)(877)
Net losses (gains) on financial instruments550 (318)(182)
Interest expense851 798 784 
Amortization of other intangible assets767 441 361 
Loss on extinguishment of debt— 21 36 
Reportable segments’ operating gain$8,452 $7,489 $6,360 
v3.22.4
Related Party Transactions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Related Party Transactions [Abstract]  
Related Party Transactions Related Party TransactionsWe have an equity investment in APC Passe, LLC, which offers Medicaid products in Arkansas. During the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020, in the normal course of business, we assumed premiums of $501, $462 and $446, respectively, from APC Passe, LLC, which is included in our total assumed premiums (see Note 17, “Reinsurance”).
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Statutory Information
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Statutory Information [Abstract]  
Statutory Information Statutory Information
The majority of our insurance and HMO subsidiaries report their accounts in conformity with accounting practices prescribed or permitted by state insurance regulatory authorities, commonly referred to as statutory accounting, which vary in certain respects from GAAP. However, certain of our insurance and HMO subsidiaries, including BCC, Blue Cross of California Partnership Plan, Inc., Golden West Health Plan, Inc., Beacon Health Options of California, Inc. and CareMore Health Plan are regulated by the California Department of Managed Health Care (“DMHC”) and report their accounts in conformity with GAAP (these entities are collectively referred to as the “DMHC regulated entities”). Typical differences of GAAP reporting as compared to statutory reporting are the recognition of all assets including those that are non-admitted for statutory purposes and recognition of all deferred tax assets without regard to statutory limits. The National Association of Insurance Commissioners (“NAIC”) developed a codified version of the statutory accounting principles, designed to foster more consistency among the states for accounting guidelines and reporting. Prescribed statutory accounting practices are set forth in a variety of publications of the NAIC as well as state laws, regulations and general administrative rules.
Our statutory basis insurance and HMO subsidiaries are subject to risk-based capital (“RBC”) requirements. RBC is a method developed by the NAIC to determine the minimum amount of statutory capital appropriate for an insurance company or HMO to support its overall business operations in consideration of its size and risk profile. The formula for determining the amount of RBC specifies various factors, weighted based on the perceived degree of risk, which are applied to certain financial balances and financial activity. Below minimum RBC requirements are classified within certain levels, each of which requires specified corrective action. Additionally, the DMHC regulated entities are subject to capital and solvency requirements as prescribed by the DMHC. As of December 31, 2022 and 2021, all of our regulated subsidiaries exceeded the minimum applicable mandatory RBC requirements and/or capital and solvency requirements of their applicable governmental regulator.
The statutory RBC necessary to satisfy regulatory requirements of our statutory basis insurance and HMO subsidiaries was approximately $7,900 and $6,962 as of December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively. The tangible net equity required for the DMHC regulated entities was approximately $710 and $690 as of December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively. Statutory-basis capital and surplus of our insurance and HMO subsidiaries and capital and surplus of our other regulated subsidiaries, excluding the DMHC regulated entities, was $19,048 and $16,178 at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively. GAAP equity of the DMHC regulated entities was $3,795 and $3,886 at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively.
Our ability to pay dividends and credit obligations is significantly dependent on receipt of dividends from our subsidiaries. The payment of dividends to us by our insurance and HMO subsidiaries without prior approval of the insurance departments of each subsidiary’s domiciliary jurisdiction is limited by formula. Dividends in excess of these amounts are subject to prior approval by the respective state insurance departments or the DMHC. During 2022, our insurance and HMO
subsidiaries paid aggregate cash dividends of $3,097 to the parent company, including cash dividends which required prior approval from regulatory authorities. We currently estimate that approximately $3,500 of dividends will be paid to the parent company in 2023.
v3.22.4
Schedule II-Condensed Financial Information Of Registrant
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Condensed Financial Information Disclosure [Abstract]  
Schedule II-Condensed Financial Information Of Registrant
Elevance Health, Inc. (Parent Company Only)
Balance Sheets
(In millions, except share data)December 31,
2022
December 31,
2021
Assets
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents$942 $630 
Fixed maturity securities (amortized cost of $175 and $512; allowance for credit losses of $0 and $1)
163 515 
Equity securities104 49 
Other receivables55 40 
Net due from subsidiaries— 446 
Other current assets721 655 
Total current assets1,985 2,335 
Other invested assets783 808 
Property and equipment, net187 207 
Deferred tax assets, net313 77 
Investments in subsidiaries59,042 56,375 
Other noncurrent assets240 265 
Total assets$62,550 $60,067 
Liabilities and shareholders’ equity
Liabilities
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable and accrued expenses$894 $559 
Net due to subsidiaries789 — 
Current portion of long-term debt1,500 1,599 
Other current liabilities361 344 
Total current liabilities3,544 2,502 
Long-term debt, less current portion22,324 21,132 
Other noncurrent liabilities375 373 
Total liabilities26,243 24,007 
Commitments and contingencies—Note 5
Shareholders’ equity
Preferred stock, without par value, shares authorized - 100,000,000; shares issued and outstanding - none
— — 
Common stock, par value $0.01, shares authorized - 900,000,000; shares issued and outstanding - 237,958,067 and 241,770,746
Additional paid-in capital9,084 9,148 
Retained earnings29,724 27,088 
Accumulated other comprehensive (loss) income(2,503)(178)
Total shareholders’ equity36,307 36,060 
Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity$62,550 $60,067 
 
Elevance Health, Inc. (Parent Company Only)
Statements of Income
Years ended December 31
(In millions)202220212020
Revenues
Net investment income$$$65 
Net gains on financial instruments28 
Administrative fees and other revenue24 22 
Total revenues13 36 115 
Expenses
General and administrative expense188 119 169 
Interest expense845 794 779 
Loss on extinguishment of debt— 21 36 
Total expenses1,033 934 984 
Loss before income tax credits and equity in net income of subsidiaries(1,020)(898)(869)
Income tax credits(461)(244)(386)
Equity in net income of subsidiaries6,584 6,758 5,055 
Shareholders’ net income$6,025 $6,104 $4,572 
Elevance Health, Inc. (Parent Company Only)
Statements of Comprehensive Income
Years ended December 31
(in millions)202220212020
Shareholders' net income$6,025 $6,104 $4,572 
Other comprehensive (loss) income, net of tax:
Change in net unrealized gains/losses on investments
(2,249)(455)428 
Change in non-credit component of impairment losses on investments(3)— 
Change in net unrealized gains/losses on cash flow hedges10 11 12 
Change in net periodic pension and postretirement costs(70)123 (1)
Foreign currency translation adjustments(13)(9)
Other comprehensive (loss) income(2,325)(328)446 
Total shareholders’ comprehensive income$3,700 $5,776 $5,018 
 
Elevance Health, Inc. (Parent Company Only)
Statements of Cash Flows
Years ended December 31
(In millions)202220212020
Net cash provided by operating activities$1,447 $2,038 $4,810 
Investing activities
Purchases of investments(367)(2,059)(2,729)
Proceeds from sales, maturities, calls and redemptions of investments618 2,449 2,593 
Repayment (issuance) of note to subsidiary1,500 (1,500)— 
Capitalization of subsidiaries(411)(807)(2,460)
Changes in securities lending collateral36 173 (234)
Purchases of property and equipment, net of sales(47)(77)(107)
Other, net— — 11 
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities1,329 (1,821)(2,926)
Financing activities
Net (repayments of) proceeds from commercial paper borrowings(300)50 (150)
Proceeds from long-term borrowings3,071 3,462 2,484 
Repayments of long-term borrowings(1,899)(1,068)(1,932)
Changes in securities lending payable(36)(173)234 
Repurchase and retirement of common stock(2,316)(1,900)(2,700)
Cash dividends(1,290)(1,158)(1,000)
Proceeds from issuance of common stock under employee stock plans182 203 176 
Taxes paid through withholding of common stock under employee stock plans(93)(102)(128)
Other, net217 399 14 
Net cash used in financing activities(2,464)(287)(3,002)
Change in cash and cash equivalents312 (70)(1,118)
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year630 700 1,818 
Cash and cash equivalents at end of year$942 $630 $700 
1. Basis of Presentation and Significant Accounting Policies
In the parent company only financial statements of Elevance Health, Inc. (“Elevance Health”), Elevance Health’s investment in subsidiaries is stated at cost plus equity in undistributed earnings of the subsidiaries. Elevance Health’s share of net income of its unconsolidated subsidiaries is included in income using the equity method of accounting.
Certain amounts presented in the parent company only financial statements are eliminated in the consolidated financial statements of Elevance Health.
Elevance Health’s parent company only financial statements should be read in conjunction with Elevance Health’s audited consolidated financial statements and the accompanying notes included in Part II, Item 8 of this Annual Report on Form 10-K.
2. Subsidiary Transactions
Dividends from Subsidiaries
Elevance Health received cash dividends from subsidiaries of $3,097, $3,134 and $3,618 during 2022, 2021 and 2020, respectively.
Dividends to Subsidiaries
Certain subsidiaries of Elevance Health own shares of Elevance Health common stock. Elevance Health paid cash dividends to subsidiaries related to these shares of common stock in the amount of $61, $54 and $46 during 2022, 2021 and 2020, respectively.
Investments in Subsidiaries
Capital contributions to subsidiaries were $411, $3,271 and $2,460 during 2022, 2021 and 2020, respectively.
Amounts Due From and To Subsidiaries
At December 31, 2022 and 2021, Elevance Health reported amounts due (to) from subsidiaries of $(789) and $446, respectively. The amounts due (to) and from subsidiaries primarily include amounts for allocated administrative expenses or daily cash management activities. These items are routinely settled, and as such, are classified as current liabilities or assets.
In June 2021 Elevance Health entered into a short-term loan agreement with a subsidiary for the amount of $1,500, which is also included in amounts due from subsidiaries at December 31, 2021. This loan was repaid in February 2022.
Guarantees on Behalf of Subsidiaries
Elevance Health guarantees contractual or financial obligations or solvency requirements for certain of its subsidiaries. These guarantees approximated $550 at December 31, 2022. There were no payments made on these guarantees in 2022.
3. Derivative Financial Instruments
The information regarding derivative financial instruments contained in Note 6, “Derivative Financial Instruments,” of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements of Elevance Health and its subsidiaries, included in Part II, Item 8 of this Annual Report on Form 10-K, is incorporated herein by reference.
4. Long-Term Debt
The information regarding long-term debt contained in Note 13, “Debt,” of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements of Elevance Health and its subsidiaries, included in Part II, Item 8 of this Annual Report on Form 10-K, is incorporated herein by reference.
5. Commitments and Contingencies
The information regarding commitments and contingencies contained in Note 14, “Commitments and Contingencies,” of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements of Elevance Health and its subsidiaries, included in Part II, Item 8 of this Annual Report on Form 10-K, is incorporated herein by reference.
6. Capital Stock
The information regarding capital stock contained in Note 15, “Capital Stock,” of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements of Elevance Health and its subsidiaries, included in Part II, Item 8 of this Annual Report on Form 10-K, is incorporated herein by reference.
v3.22.4
Basis Of Presentation And Significant Accounting Policies (Policy)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Accounting Policies [Abstract]  
Basis Of Presentation Basis of Presentation: The accompanying consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Elevance Health and its subsidiaries and have been prepared in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”). All significant intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation.
Foreign Currency Certain of our subsidiaries operate outside of the United States and have functional currencies other than the U.S. dollar (“USD”). We translate the assets and liabilities of those subsidiaries to USD using the exchange rate in effect at the end of the period. We translate the revenues and expenses of those subsidiaries to USD using the average exchange rates in effect during the period. The net effect of these translation adjustments is included in “Foreign currency translation adjustments” in our consolidated statements of comprehensive income.
Reclassifications Reclassifications: Certain prior year amounts have been reclassified to conform to the current year presentation.
Use Of Estimates Use of Estimates: The preparation of consolidated financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires us to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in our consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes. Our most significant estimate relates to estimates and judgments for medical claims payable. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
Cash and Cash Equivalents Cash and Cash Equivalents: Cash and cash equivalents includes available cash and all highly liquid investments with maturities of three months or less when purchased. We control a number of bank accounts that are used exclusively to hold customer funds for the administration of customer benefits, and we have cash and cash equivalents on deposit to meet certain regulatory requirements. These amounts totaled $258 and $173 at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively, and are included in the cash and cash equivalents line on our consolidated balance sheets.
Investments
Investments: We classify fixed maturity securities in our investment portfolio as “available-for-sale” and report those securities at fair value. Certain fixed maturity securities are available to support current operations and, accordingly, we classify such investments as current assets without regard to their contractual maturity. Investments used to satisfy contractual, regulatory or other requirements are classified as long-term, without regard to contractual maturity.
If a fixed maturity security is in an unrealized loss position and we have the intent to sell the fixed maturity security, or it is more likely than not that we will have to sell the fixed maturity security before recovery of its amortized cost basis, we write down the fixed maturity security’s cost basis to fair value and record an impairment loss in our consolidated statements of income. For impaired fixed maturity securities that we do not intend to sell or if it is more likely than not that we will not have to sell such securities, but we expect that we will not fully recover the amortized cost basis, we recognize the credit component of the impairment as an allowance for credit loss in our consolidated balance sheets and record an impairment loss in our consolidated statements of income. The non-credit component of the impairment is recognized in accumulated other comprehensive loss. Furthermore, unrealized losses entirely caused by non-credit-related factors related to fixed maturity securities for which we expect to fully recover the amortized cost basis continue to be recognized in accumulated other comprehensive loss.
The credit component of an impairment is determined primarily by comparing the net present value of projected future cash flows with the amortized cost basis of the fixed maturity security. The net present value is calculated by discounting our best estimate of projected future cash flows at the effective interest rate implicit in the fixed maturity security at the date of purchase. For mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities, cash flow estimates are based on assumptions regarding the underlying collateral, including prepayment speeds, vintage, type of underlying asset, geographic concentrations, default rates, recoveries and changes in value. For all other securities, cash flow estimates are driven by assumptions regarding probability of default, including changes in credit ratings and estimates regarding timing and amount of recoveries associated with a default.
For asset-backed securities included in fixed maturity securities, we recognize income using an effective yield based on anticipated prepayments and the estimated economic life of the securities. When estimates of prepayments change, the
effective yield is recalculated to reflect actual payments to date and anticipated future payments. The net investment in the securities is adjusted to the amount that would have existed had the new effective yield been applied since the purchase date of the securities. Such adjustments are reported within net investment income.
The changes in fair value of our marketable equity securities are recognized in our results of operations within net gains and losses on financial instruments. Certain marketable equity securities are held to satisfy contractual obligations, and are reported under the caption “Other invested assets” in our consolidated balance sheets.
We have corporate-owned life insurance policies on certain participants in our deferred compensation plans and other members of management. The cash surrender value of the corporate-owned life insurance policies is reported under the caption “Other invested assets” in our consolidated balance sheets.
We use the equity method of accounting for investments in companies in which our ownership interest may enable us to influence the operating or financial decisions of the investee company. Our proportionate share of equity in net income of these unconsolidated affiliates is reported within net investment income. The equity method investments are reported under the caption “Other invested assets” in our consolidated balance sheets.
Investment income is recorded when earned. All securities sold resulting in investment realized gains and losses are recorded on the trade date. Realized gains and losses are determined on the basis of the cost or amortized cost of the specific securities sold.
We participate in securities lending programs whereby marketable securities in our investment portfolio are transferred to independent brokers or dealers in exchange for cash and securities collateral. Under Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) guidance related to accounting for transfers and servicing of financial assets and extinguishments of liabilities, we recognize the collateral as an asset, which is reported in other current assets on our consolidated balance sheets, and we record a corresponding liability for the obligation to return the collateral to the borrower, which is reported in other current liabilities. The securities on loan are reported in the applicable investment category on our consolidated balance sheets. Unrealized gains or losses on securities lending collateral are included in accumulated other comprehensive income as a separate component of shareholders’ equity. The market value of loaned securities and that of the collateral pledged can fluctuate in non-synchronized fashions. To the extent the loaned securities’ value appreciates faster or depreciates slower than the value of the collateral pledged, we are exposed to the risk of the shortfall. As a primary mitigating mechanism, the loaned securities and collateral pledged are marked to market on a daily basis and the shortfall, if any, is collected accordingly. Secondarily, the collateral level is set at 102% of the value of the loaned securities, which provides a cushion before any shortfall arises. The investment of the cash collateral is subject to market risk, which is managed by limiting the investments to higher quality and shorter duration instruments.
Receivables
Receivables: Receivables are reported net of amounts for expected credit losses. The allowance for doubtful accounts is based on historical collection trends, future forecasts and our judgment regarding the ability to collect specific accounts.
Premium receivables include the uncollected amounts from insured groups, individuals and government programs. Premium receivables are reported net of an allowance for doubtful accounts of $152 and $142 at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively.
Self-funded receivables include administrative fees, claims and other amounts due from fee-based customers. Self-funded receivables are reported net of an allowance for doubtful accounts of $68 and $50 at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively.
Other receivables include pharmacy rebates, provider advances, claims recoveries, reinsurance receivables, proceeds due from brokers on investment trades, accrued investment income and other miscellaneous amounts due to us. These receivables are reported net of an allowance for doubtful accounts of $744 and $648 at December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively.
Income Taxes Income Taxes: We file a consolidated U.S. federal income tax return. Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are recognized for temporary differences between the financial statement and tax return basis of assets and liabilities based on enacted tax rates and laws and are reported net on our consolidated balance sheets. The deferred tax benefits of the deferred tax assets are recognized to the extent realization of such benefits is more likely than not. Deferred income tax expense or benefit generally represents the net change in deferred income tax assets and liabilities during the year, excluding the impact
from amounts initially recorded for business combinations, if any, and amounts recorded to accumulated other comprehensive income. Current income tax expense represents the tax consequences of revenues and expenses currently taxable or deductible on various income tax returns for the year reported.
The Internal Revenue Code subjects a U.S. shareholder to tax on Global Intangible Low-Taxed Income (“GILTI”) earned by certain foreign subsidiaries. We have elected to account for GILTI tax in the year the tax is incurred.
The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 includes a provision that imposes a new corporate alternative minimum tax (the “Corporate AMT”) that became effective for us beginning January 1, 2023. We have elected to account for the effects of the Corporate AMT on deferred tax assets and carryforwards and tax credits in the period they arise. Additionally, the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 imposes an excise tax on the fair market value of net stock repurchases made after December 31, 2022. We do not believe the Corporate AMT will have a material impact on our consolidated financial position, results of operations, cash flows or related disclosures.

We account for income tax contingencies in accordance with FASB guidance that contains a model to address uncertainty in tax positions and clarifies the accounting for income taxes by prescribing a minimum recognition threshold, which all income tax positions must achieve before being recognized in the financial statements.
Property And Equipment Property and Equipment: Property and equipment is recorded at cost, net of accumulated depreciation. Depreciation is computed principally by the straight-line method over estimated useful lives ranging from fifteen to thirty years for buildings and improvements, three to five years for computer equipment and software, and the lesser of the remaining life of the building lease, if any, or seven years for furniture and other equipment. Leasehold improvements are depreciated over the term of the related lease. Certain costs related to the development or purchase of internal-use software are capitalized and amortized over estimated useful lives ranging from three to ten years.
Goodwill And Other Intangible Assets
Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets: FASB guidance requires business combinations to be accounted for using the acquisition method of accounting, and it also specifies the types of acquired intangible assets that are required to be recognized and reported separately from goodwill. Goodwill represents the excess of the cost of acquisition over the fair value of net assets acquired. Other intangible assets represent the values assigned to customer relationships, provider and hospital networks, Blue Cross and Blue Shield and other trademarks, licenses and other agreements, such as non-compete agreements. Goodwill and other intangible assets are allocated to reportable segments based on the relative fair value of the components of the businesses acquired.
Goodwill and other intangible assets with indefinite lives are not amortized but are tested for impairment at least annually. Goodwill and other intangible assets are allocated to reporting units for purposes of the annual goodwill impairment test. Other intangible assets with indefinite lives, such as trademarks, are tested for impairment separately. We complete our annual impairment tests of existing goodwill and other intangible assets with indefinite lives during the fourth quarter of each year. Our impairment tests require us to make assumptions and judgments regarding the estimated fair value of our reporting units, including goodwill and other intangible assets with indefinite lives. Certain interim impairment tests are also performed when potential impairment indicators exist or changes in our business or other triggering events occur.
FASB guidance allows for qualitative assessments of whether it is more likely than not that the fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying amount for purposes of a goodwill impairment analysis and whether it is more likely than not that an indefinite-lived intangible asset is impaired for purposes of an indefinite-lived intangible asset impairment analysis. Estimated fair values developed based on our assumptions and judgments might be different if other reasonable assumptions and estimates were to be used. Qualitative analysis involves assessing situations and developments that could affect key drivers used to evaluate whether the fair value of our goodwill and indefinite-lived intangible assets are impaired. Our procedures include assessing our financial performance, macroeconomic conditions, industry and market considerations, various asset specific factors, and entity specific events.
Quantitative analysis must be performed if qualitative analyses are not conclusive. Entities also have the option to bypass the assessment of qualitative factors and proceed directly to performing quantitative analyses. Fair value for purposes of a quantitative goodwill impairment test is calculated using a blend of the projected income and market valuation approaches. The projected income approach is developed using assumptions about future revenue, expenses and net income derived from our internal planning process. Our assumed discount rate is based on our industry’s weighted-average cost of capital and reflects volatility associated with the cost of equity capital. Market valuations include market comparisons to publicly traded
companies in our industry and are based on observed multiples of certain measures including revenue; earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (“EBITDA”); and book value of invested capital.
A goodwill impairment loss is recognized to the extent that the carrying amount exceeds the asset’s fair value. This determination consists of a one-step test comparing the fair value of a reporting unit, including goodwill, to its carrying amount. If the carrying amount of a reporting unit exceeds its fair value, an impairment loss is recognized. This goodwill impairment loss is equal to the excess of the reporting unit’s carrying amount over its fair value.
Fair value for purposes of a quantitative impairment test for indefinite-lived intangible assets is estimated using a projected income approach. We recognize an impairment loss when the estimated fair value of indefinite-lived intangible assets is less than the carrying value. If significant impairment indicators are noted relative to other intangible assets subject to amortization, we may be required to record impairment losses against future income.
Derivative Financial Instruments
Derivative Financial Instruments: We primarily invest in the following types of derivative financial instruments: interest rate swaps, futures, forward contracts, put and call options, collars, swaptions, embedded derivatives and warrants. Derivatives embedded within non-derivative instruments, such as options embedded in convertible fixed maturity securities, are bifurcated from the host instrument when the embedded derivative is not clearly and closely related to the host instrument. Our use of derivatives is limited by statutes and regulations promulgated by the various regulatory bodies to which we are subject, and by our own derivative policy. Our derivative use is generally limited to hedging purposes, on an economic basis, and we generally do not use derivative instruments for speculative purposes.
We have exposure to economic losses due to interest rate risk arising from changes in the level or volatility of interest rates. We attempt to mitigate our exposure to interest rate risk through active portfolio management, including rebalancing our existing portfolios of assets and liabilities, as well as changing the characteristics of investments to be purchased or sold in the future. In addition, derivative financial instruments are used to modify the interest rate exposure of certain liabilities or forecasted transactions. These strategies include the use of interest rate swaps and forward contracts, which are used to lock-in interest rates or to hedge, on an economic basis, interest rate risks associated with variable rate debt. We have used these types of instruments as designated hedges against specific liabilities.
All investments in derivatives are recorded as assets or liabilities at fair value. If certain correlation, hedge effectiveness and risk reduction criteria are met, a derivative may be specifically designated as a hedge of exposure to changes in fair value or cash flow. The accounting for changes in the fair value of a derivative depends on the intended use of the derivative and the nature of any hedge designation thereon. Amounts excluded from the assessment of hedge effectiveness, if any, are reported in results of operations immediately. If the derivative is not designated as a hedge, the gain or loss resulting from the change in the fair value of the derivative is recognized in results of operations in the period of change. Cash flows associated with the settlement of non-designated derivatives are shown on a net basis in investing activity in our consolidated statements of cash flow.
From time to time, we may also purchase derivatives to hedge, on an economic basis, our exposure to foreign currency exchange fluctuations associated with the operations of certain of our subsidiaries. We generally use futures or forward contracts for these transactions. We generally do not designate these contracts as hedges and, accordingly, the changes in fair value of these derivatives are recognized in results of operations immediately.
Credit exposure associated with non-performance by the counterparties to derivative instruments is generally limited to the uncollateralized fair value of the asset related to instruments recognized in the consolidated balance sheets. We attempt to mitigate the risk of non-performance by selecting counterparties with high credit ratings and monitoring their creditworthiness and by diversifying derivatives among multiple counterparties. At December 31, 2022, we believe there were no material concentrations of credit risk with any individual counterparty.
We generally enter into master netting agreements, which reduce credit risk by permitting net settlement of transactions with the same counterparty. Certain of our derivative agreements also contain credit support provisions that require us or the counterparty to post collateral if there are declines in the derivative fair value or our credit rating. The derivative assets and derivative liabilities are reported at their fair values net of collateral and netting by the counterparty.
Retirement Benefits Retirement Benefits: We recognize the funded status of pension and other postretirement benefit plans on the consolidated balance sheets based on fiscal-year-end measurements of plan assets and benefit obligations. Prepaid pension
benefits represent prepaid costs related to defined benefit pension plans and are reported with other noncurrent assets. Postretirement benefits represent outstanding obligations for retiree medical, life, vision and dental benefits. Liabilities for pension and other postretirement benefits are reported with noncurrent assets, current liabilities and noncurrent liabilities based on the amount by which the actuarial present value of benefits payable in the next twelve months included in the benefit obligation exceeds the fair value of plan assets.
We determine the expected return on plan assets using the calculated value of plan assets, which recognizes changes in the fair value of plan assets in a systematic manner over three years. We apply a corridor approach to amortize unrecognized actuarial gains or losses. Under this approach, only accumulated net actuarial gains or losses in excess of 10% of the greater of the projected benefit obligation or the fair value of plan assets are amortized over the average remaining service or lifetime of the workforce as a component of net periodic benefit cost.
The discount rate reflects the current rate at which the pension liabilities could be effectively settled at the end of the year based on our most recent measurement date. We use the annual spot rate approach for setting our discount rate. Under the spot rate approach, individual spot rates from a full yield curve of published rates are used to discount each plan’s cash flows to determine the plan’s obligations.
The assumed healthcare cost trend rates used to measure the expected cost of other postretirement benefits are based on an initial assumed healthcare cost trend rate declining to an ultimate healthcare cost trend rate over a select number of years.
Medical Claims Payable
Medical Claims Payable: Liabilities for medical claims payable include estimated provisions for incurred but not paid claims on an undiscounted basis, as well as estimated provisions for expenses related to the processing of claims. Incurred but not paid claims include (1) an estimate for claims that are incurred but not reported, as well as claims reported to us but not yet processed through our systems; and (2) claims reported to us and processed through our systems but not yet paid.
Liabilities for both claims incurred but not reported and reported but not yet processed through our systems are determined in the aggregate, employing actuarial methods that are commonly used by health insurance actuaries and meet Actuarial Standards of Practice. Our reserving practice for claim liabilities is to consistently recognize the appropriate amount of reserve within a level of confidence required by Actuarial Standards of Practice. We determine the amount of the liability for incurred but not paid claims by following a detailed actuarial process that uses both historical claim payment patterns as well as emerging medical cost trends to project our best estimate of claim liabilities. Under this process, historical paid claims data is formatted into “claim triangles,” which compare claim incurred dates to the dates of claim payments. This information is analyzed to create “completion factors” that represent the average percentage of total incurred claims that have been paid through a given date after being incurred. Completion factors are applied to claims paid through the period-end date to estimate the ultimate claim expense incurred for the period. Actuarial estimates of incurred but not paid claim liabilities are then determined by subtracting the actual paid claims from the estimate of the ultimate incurred claims.
For the most recent incurred months (typically the most recent two months), the percentage of claims paid for claims incurred in those months is generally low. This makes the completion factor methodology less reliable for such months. Therefore, incurred claims for recent months are not projected from historical completion and payment patterns; rather, they are projected by estimating the claims expense for those months based on recent claims expense levels and healthcare trend levels (“trend factors”).
We regularly review and set assumptions regarding cost trends and utilization when initially establishing claim liabilities. We continually monitor and adjust the claims liability and benefit expense based on subsequent paid claims activity. If it is determined that our assumptions regarding cost trends and utilization are materially different than actual results, our income statement and financial position could be impacted in future periods.
Premium deficiencies are recognized when it is probable that expected claims and administrative expenses will exceed future premiums on existing medical insurance contracts without consideration of investment income. Determination of premium deficiencies for longer duration life and disability contracts includes consideration of investment income. For purposes of premium deficiencies, contracts are deemed to be either short or long duration and are grouped in a manner consistent with our method of acquiring, servicing and measuring the profitability of such contracts. Once established, premium deficiencies are released commensurate with actual claims experience over the remaining life of the contract. No premium deficiencies were established at December 31, 2022 or 2021.
Benefit expense includes incurred medical claims as well as quality improvement expenses for our risk-based members. Quality improvement activities are those designed to improve member health outcomes, prevent hospital readmissions and improve patient safety. They also include expenses for wellness and health promotion provided to our members.
Other Policyholder Liabilities Other Policyholder Liabilities: Other policyholder liabilities include rate stabilization reserves associated with retrospectively rated insurance contracts and certain case-specific reserves. Other policyholder liabilities also include liabilities for premium refunds based upon the minimum medical loss ratio (“MLR”), the relative health risk of members, and other contractual or regulatory requirements. Rate stabilization reserves represent accumulated premiums that exceed what customers owe us based on actual claim experience. The timing of payment of these retrospectively rated refunds is based on the contractual terms with our customers and can vary from period to period based on the specific contractual requirements.
We are required to meet certain minimum MLR thresholds prescribed by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act and the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010, as amended (collectively the “ACA”). If we do not meet or exceed the minimum MLR thresholds specified by the ACA, we are required to pay rebates to certain customers. Minimum MLR rebates are calculated by subsidiary, state and applicable line of business in accordance with regulations issued by the Department of Health and Human Services (“HHS”). Such calculations are made using estimated calendar year medical loss expense and premiums, as defined by HHS.
We follow HHS guidelines for determining the types of expenses that may be included in our minimum MLR rebate calculations, which differ from benefit expense and premiums as reported in our consolidated financial statements prepared in conformity with GAAP. Certain amounts reported as expense in our consolidated GAAP financial statements may be reported as a reduction of premiums in accordance with HHS regulations. In addition, profit amounts included in our payments to third-party administrative service providers are recorded as benefit expense in our consolidated GAAP financial statements, while HHS does not allow for the inclusion of these expenses within the medical loss expense for purposes of calculating minimum MLR.
Reserves For Future Policy Benefits
Reserves for Future Policy Benefits: Reserves for future policy benefits include liabilities for life and long-term disability insurance policy benefits based upon interest, mortality and morbidity assumptions from published actuarial tables, modified based upon our experience. Future policy benefits also include liabilities for insurance policies for which some of the premiums received in earlier years are intended to pay anticipated benefits to be incurred in future years. Future policy benefits are continually monitored and reviewed, and when reserves are adjusted, differences are reflected in benefit expense.
We believe that our liabilities for future policy benefits, along with future premiums received, are adequate to satisfy our ultimate benefit liability; however, these estimates are inherently subject to a number of variable circumstances. Consequently, the actual results could differ materially from the amounts recorded in our consolidated financial statements.
Revenue Recognition
Revenue Recognition: Premiums for risk-based contracts are recognized as revenue over the period insurance coverage is provided, and, if applicable, net of amounts recognized for MLR rebates, risk adjustment, reinsurance and risk corridor under contractual premium stabilization arrangements, the ACA or other regulatory requirements. Premiums may also include performance incentives and penalties, which are recognized based on contractual terms. We estimate amounts receivable and payable under these contractual terms, and to the extent that such estimated amounts vary from the final amounts paid, the adjustments are included in earnings in the period of final settlement. Premium payments from contracted government agencies are based on eligibility lists produced by the government agencies. Premiums related to the unexpired contractual coverage periods are reflected in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets as unearned income. Premiums include revenue adjustments for retrospectively rated contracts where revenue is based on the estimated loss experience of the contract. Premium rates for certain lines of business are subject to approval by the Department of Insurance of each respective state. Additionally, delays in annual premium rate changes from contracted government agencies require that we defer the recognition of any increases to the period in which the premium rates become final. The value of the impact can be significant in the period in which it is recognized depending on the magnitude of the premium rate increase, the membership to which it applies and the length of the delay between the effective date of the rate increase and the final contract date. Premium rate decreases are recognized in the period the change in premium rate becomes effective and the change in the rate is known, which may be prior to the period when the contract amendment affecting the rate is finalized.
Administrative fees and other revenue include revenue from certain group contracts that provide for the group to be at risk for all, or with supplemental insurance arrangements, a portion, of their claims experience. We charge these fee-based
groups an administrative fee, which is based on the number of members in a group and the group’s claim experience. In addition, administrative fees and other revenue include amounts received for the administration of Medicare, certain other government programs, and administrative services arrangements of our Carelon (Diversified Business Group) subsidiaries, now known as Carelon. Generally, these fee-based arrangements include services which constitute a single suite of services provided and for which consideration is based upon an agreed-upon rate, regardless of the amount of services provided in a given period. As with premiums, these fee-based arrangements may include terms with retroactive rate or membership adjustments, performance incentives and penalties, each of which is a form of variable consideration within the transaction price. As such, these fee-based arrangements contain a single performance obligation that constitutes a series, and revenue is recognized over time as the services are performed. All benefit payments under these programs are excluded from benefit expense.
The determination of whether services are distinct performance obligations that should be accounted for separately or combined as one unit of accounting may require significant judgment. The estimation of variable consideration to be recognized requires significant judgment in the determination of the level of achievement of performance incentives, service level achievements subject to performance penalties, and the completion level of tasks subject to implementation fees.
Product revenue includes revenue for services performed by our CarelonRx PBM for unaffiliated PBM customers. Unaffiliated PBM customers include our fee-based groups that have contracted with CarelonRx for PBM services and third-party health plans. Product revenues and costs of goods sold for our affiliated health plans are eliminated in consolidation. Product revenue for PBM services is recognized using the gross method at the negotiated contract price when CarelonRx has concluded that it is the principal and it controls the services before prescription drugs are transferred to the customer. CarelonRx determined it is the principal due to its contractual rights to design and develop a listing of prescription drugs offered to the customer (formulary management); its control over establishing the pharmacy network available to the customer to have its prescription fulfilled (network management); and its discretion over establishing the pricing for prescription drugs. Overall, control over these activities indicate CarelonRx is primarily responsible for fulfilling the promise to provide PBM services. Product revenue includes ingredient costs (net of any rebates or discounts), including any co-payments made by or on behalf of the customer, and administrative fees. CarelonRx recognizes revenue when control of the prescription drugs is transferred to customers, in an amount it expects to be entitled to in exchange for the products or services provided.
For our non-risk-based contracts, we had no material contract assets, contract liabilities or deferred contract costs recorded on our consolidated balance sheet at December 31, 2022. Revenue recognized in 2022 and 2021 from performance obligations related to prior years, such as due to changes in transaction price, was not material. For contracts that have an original expected duration of greater than one year, revenue expected to be recognized in future periods related to unfulfilled contractual performance obligations and contracts with variable consideration related to undelivered performance obligations is not material.
Cost of Products Sold Cost of Products Sold: CarelonRx’s cost of products sold includes the cost of prescription drugs dispensed to unaffiliated PBM customers (net of rebates or discounts). Cost of products sold includes per-claim administrative fees for prescription fulfillment by its vendor and certain CarelonRx direct costs related to sales and administration of customer contracts.
Share-Based Compensation Share-Based Compensation: Our current compensation philosophy provides for share-based compensation, including stock options, restricted stock awards and an employee stock purchase plan. Stock options are granted for a fixed number of shares with an exercise price at least equal to the fair value of the shares at the date of the grant. Restricted stock awards are issued at the fair value of the stock on the grant date. The employee stock purchase plan allows for a purchase price per share which is 90% of the fair value of a share of common stock on the lower of the first or last trading day of the plan quarter. The employee stock purchase plan discount is recognized as compensation expense based on GAAP guidance. All other share-based payments to employees are recognized as compensation expense in our consolidated statements of income based on their fair values. Additionally, excess tax benefits, which result from actual tax benefits realized when awards vest or options are exercised exceeding deferred tax benefits previously recognized based on grant date fair value, are recognized as tax benefits in the consolidated statements of income.
Advertising and Marketing Costs Advertising and Marketing Costs: We use print, broadcast and other advertising to promote our products and to develop our corporate image. We market our products through direct marketing activities and an extensive network of independent agents, brokers and retail partnerships for Individual and Medicare customers, and for certain Group risk-based customers with a smaller employee base. Products for Group risk-based customers with a larger employee base are generally sold through independent brokers or consultants retained by the customer who work with industry specialists from our in-house sales force. In the Individual and Group markets, we offer products through state or federally facilitated marketplaces, or Public Exchanges, and off-exchange products. The cost of advertising and marketing for product promotion is expensed as incurred, while advertising and marketing costs associated with our corporate image are expensed when first aired. Total advertising and marketing expense was $511, $588 and $558 for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020, respectively.
Health Insurance Provider Fee Health Insurance Provider Fee: The ACA imposed an annual Health Insurance Provider Fee (“HIP Fee”) on health insurers that wrote certain types of health insurance on U.S. risks, which was permanently repealed effective January 1, 2021. The HIP Fee was non-deductible for federal income tax purposes. Our affected products were priced to cover the increased selling, general and administrative and income tax expenses associated with the HIP Fee when it was in effect. The HIP Fee was $15,523 for 2020 and was permanently eliminated beginning in 2021. For the year ended December 31, 2020, we recognized $1,570 as selling, general and administrative expense related to the HIP Fee.
Leases
Leases: We lease office space and certain computer and related equipment under noncancelable operating leases. We determine whether an arrangement is or contains a lease at its inception. We recognize lease liabilities based on the present value of the minimum lease payments not yet paid by using the lease term, any amounts probable of being owed under any residual value guarantees and the discount rate determined at lease commencement. As our leases do not generally provide an implicit rate, we use our incremental secured borrowing rate commensurate with the underlying lease terms to determine the present value of our lease payments. Our lease liabilities may include amounts for options to extend or terminate a lease when it is reasonably certain that we will exercise that option. We recognize operating right-of-use (“ROU”) assets at an amount equal to the lease liability adjusted for prepaid or accrued rent, the remaining balance of any lease incentives and unamortized initial direct costs.
The operating lease liabilities are reported in other current liabilities and other noncurrent liabilities and the related ROU assets are reported in other noncurrent assets on our consolidated balance sheets. Lease expense for our operating leases is calculated on a straight-line basis over the lease term and is reported in selling, general and administrative expense on our consolidated statements of income. For our office space leases, we account for the lease and non-lease components (such as common area maintenance) as a single lease component. We also do not recognize a lease liability or ROU asset for our office space leases whose lease terms, at commencement, are twelve months or less and that do not include a purchase option or option to extend that we are reasonably certain to exercise.
We assess our ROU assets for impairment when there are indicators of impairment and compare the carrying amount of the ROU asset to its estimated undiscounted future cash flows. If the estimated undiscounted future cash flows are less than the carrying amount of the ROU asset, an impairment calculation is performed. An impairment loss is recorded for the difference of the ROU asset’s carrying value that exceeds its estimated discounted cash flows. During the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020, we recorded $34, $136 and $258, respectively, for impairment and abandonment of ROU assets. See Note 18, “Leases” for additional information about the ROU asset impairment and abandonment charges.
Earnings Per Share
Earnings per Share: Earnings per share amounts, on a basic and diluted basis, have been calculated based upon the weighted-average common shares outstanding for the period.
Basic earnings per share excludes dilution and is computed by dividing income available to common shareholders by the weighted-average number of common shares outstanding for the period. Diluted earnings per share may include the dilutive effect of stock options, restricted stock and convertible debentures, using the treasury stock method. The treasury stock method assumes exercise of stock options and vesting of restricted stock, with the assumed proceeds used to purchase common stock at the average market price for the period. The difference between the number of shares assumed issued and the number of shares assumed purchased represents the dilutive shares.
New Accounting Pronouncements Recently Adopted Accounting Guidance: In January 2021, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2021-01, Reference Rate Reform (Topic 848) (“ASU 2021-01”). The amendments in ASU 2021-01 provide optional expedients and exceptions for applying GAAP to contract modifications and hedging relationships, subject to meeting certain criteria, that reference the London Interbank Offered Rate (“LIBOR”) or another reference rate expected to be discontinued because of the
reference rate reform. The provisions must be applied at a Topic, Subtopic, or Industry Subtopic level for all transactions other than derivatives, which may be applied at a hedging relationship level. We adopted ASU 2021-01 on January 7, 2021, and the adoption did not have an impact on our consolidated financial position, results of operations or cash flows.
In October 2020, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2020-08, Codification Improvements to Subtopic 310-20, Receivables—Nonrefundable Fees and Other Costs (“ASU 2020-08”). The amendments in ASU 2020-08 clarify when an entity should assess whether a callable debt security is within the scope of accounting guidance, which impacts the amortization period for nonrefundable fees and other costs. ASU 2020-08 became effective for interim and annual reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2020. The amendments were applied on a prospective basis as of the beginning of the period of adoption for existing or newly purchased callable debt securities. We adopted ASU 2020-08 on January 1, 2021, and the adoption did not have an impact on our consolidated financial position, results of operations or cash flows.
In August 2020, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2020-06, Debt—Debt with Conversion and Other Options (Subtopic 470-20) and Derivatives and Hedging—Contracts in Entity’s Own Equity (Subtopic 815-40): Accounting for Convertible Instruments and Contracts in an Entity’s Own Equity (“ASU 2020-06”). The amendments eliminate two of the three accounting models that require separate accounting for convertible features of debt securities, simplify the contract settlement assessment for equity classification, require the use of the if-converted method for all convertible instruments in the diluted earnings per share calculation and expand disclosure requirements. The amendments became effective for our annual and interim reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2021. We adopted ASU 2020-06 on January 1, 2022 using the modified retrospective transition method, which resulted in an increase to our reported debt outstanding of $31, a decrease to our deferred tax liabilities of $8, and a corresponding cumulative-effect reduction to our opening retained earnings of $23, eliminating the bifurcation of the embedded conversion option; these amounts were not material to our overall consolidated financial position. The adoption of ASU 2020-06 did not have an impact on our results of operations or our consolidated cash flows. Use of the if-converted method did not have an impact on our overall earnings per share calculation.
In December 2019, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2019-12, Income Taxes (Topic 740): Simplifying the Accounting for Income Taxes (“ASU 2019-12”). The amendments in ASU 2019-12 remove certain exceptions to the general principles in Accounting Standards Codification Topic 740. The amendments also clarify and amend existing guidance to improve consistent application. The amendments became effective for our annual reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2020. The transition method (retrospective, modified retrospective, or prospective basis) related to the amendments depends on the applicable guidance, and all amendments for which there is no transition guidance specified are to be applied on a prospective basis. We adopted ASU 2019-12 on January 1, 2021, and the adoption did not have an impact on our consolidated financial position, results of operations or cash flows.
Recent Accounting Guidance Not Yet Adopted: In November 2020, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2020-11, Financial Services—Insurance (Topic 944): Effective Date and Early Application (“ASU 2020-11”). The amendments in ASU 2020-11 make changes to the effective date and early application of Accounting Standards Update No. 2018-12, Financial Services—Insurance (Topic 944): Targeted Improvements to the Accounting for Long-Duration Contracts (“ASU 2018-12”), which was issued in November 2018. The amendments in ASU 2020-11 extended the original effective date by one year, with the amendments required for our interim and annual reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2022. This standard requires the Company to review cash flow assumptions for its long-duration insurance contracts at least annually and recognize the effect of changes in future cash flow assumptions in net income. This standard also requires the Company to update discount rate assumptions quarterly and recognize the effect of changes in these assumptions in other comprehensive income. The rate used to discount the Company’s reserves for future policy benefits will be based on an estimate of the yield for an upper-medium grade fixed-income instrument with a duration profile matching that of the Company’s liabilities. In addition, this standard changes the amortization method for deferred acquisition costs. The Company adopted the new standard on January 1, 2023, using the modified retrospective transition method for changes to the liability for future policy benefits and deferred acquisition costs as of the earliest period presented, January 1, 2021. The adoption did not have a material impact on our consolidated financial position, results of operations, cash flows, or related disclosures.
There were no other new accounting pronouncements that were issued or became effective during the year ended December 31, 2022 that had, or are expected to have, a material impact on our financial position, results of operations, cash flows or financial statement disclosures.
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Business Acquisitions (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Business Combinations [Abstract]  
Schedule of Recognized Identified Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed [Table Text Block]
Acquired tangible assets (liabilities) at the acquisition date were:
20222021
Cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments$170 $808 
Accounts receivable and other current assets240 295 
Property, equipment and other long-term assets109 102 
Medical claims and other policyholder liabilities payable(185)(571)
Accounts payable and other current liabilities(20)(179)
Other long-term liabilities(15)(6)
Deferred tax liabilities(32)(556)
Total net tangible assets$267 $(107)
Finite-Lived and Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets Acquired as Part of Business Combination [Table Text Block]
Acquisition date fair values and weighted-average useful lives assigned to intangible assets include:
20222021
Fair ValueWeighted Average Useful LifeFair ValueWeighted Average Useful Life
Customer-related$85 10 years$1,313 13 years
Provider and hospital relationships15 years240 14 years
Other 0.5 years24 13 years
State Medicaid licenses 250 Indefinite20 Indefinite
Total intangible assets$339 $1,597 
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Business Optimization Initiatives (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Business Optimization Initiatives [Abstract]  
Business Optimization Initiatives
A summary of the activity for the year ended December 31, 2022 and ending balance at December 31, 2022, related to the liability for employee termination costs previously incurred in 2020, is as follows:
Commercial & Specialty BusinessGovernment BusinessCarelonRxOtherTotal
2020 Business Optimization Initiatives
Liabilities for employee termination costs at January 1, 2022
$61 $57 $$$122 
Payments(20)(18)— (1)(39)
Releases— — — (2)(2)
Total liabilities for employee termination costs ending balance at December 31, 2022
$41 $39 $$— $81 
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Investments (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Investments [Abstract]  
Current And Long-term Fixed Maturity Securities, Available-for-sale A summary of current and long-term fixed maturity securities, available-for-sale, at December 31, 2022 and 2021 is as follows:
Cost or
Amortized
Cost
Gross
Unrealized
Gains
Gross
Unrealized
Losses
Allowance For Credit LossesEstimated
Fair Value
 
December 31, 2022
Fixed maturity securities:
United States Government securities$1,502 $$(103)$— $1,401 
Government sponsored securities82 (5)— 78 
Foreign government securities321 (46)(2)274 
States, municipalities and political subdivisions, tax-exempt4,389 19 (265)— 4,143 
Corporate securities13,721 31 (1,218)(5)12,529 
Residential mortgage-backed securities2,978 (324)— 2,663 
Commercial mortgage-backed securities
2,055 (176)(2)1,878 
 Other asset-backed securities3,967 12 (241)— 3,738 
Total fixed maturity securities$29,015 $76 $(2,378)$(9)$26,704 
December 31, 2021
Fixed maturity securities:
United States Government securities$1,443 $$(18)$— $1,432 
Government sponsored securities65 (1)— 68 
Foreign government securities353 (13)— 347 
States, municipalities and political subdivisions, tax-exempt
5,321 310 (10)— 5,621 
Corporate securities12,044 401 (78)(4)12,363 
Residential mortgage-backed securities2,492 48 (22)— 2,518 
Commercial mortgage-backed securities
1,632 29 (16)(2)1,643 
Other asset-backed securities2,907 24 (24)— 2,907 
Total fixed maturity securities$26,257 $830 $(182)$(6)$26,899 
Aggregate Fair Values And Gross Unrealized Losses For Fixed Maturity Securities In An Unrealized Loss Position For fixed maturity securities in an unrealized loss position at December 31, 2022 and 2021, the following table summarizes the aggregate fair values and gross unrealized losses by length of time those securities have continuously been in an unrealized loss position.
 Less than 12 Months12 Months or Greater
 Number of
Securities
Estimated
Fair Value
Gross
Unrealized
Loss
Number of
Securities
Estimated
Fair Value
Gross
Unrealized
Loss
(Securities are whole amounts)      
December 31, 2022
Fixed maturity securities:
United States Government securities61 $701 $(40)38 $442 $(63)
Government sponsored securities39 73 (4)(1)
Foreign government securities150 100 (10)198 142 (36)
States, municipalities and political subdivisions, tax-exempt
1,398 2,615 (147)396 652 (118)
Corporate securities3,551 7,826 (549)2,204 3,521 (669)
Residential mortgage-backed securities1,341 1,435 (121)496 982 (203)
Commercial mortgage-backed securities457 1,082 (76)324 719 (100)
Other asset-backed securities784 2,203 (124)398 1,074 (117)
Total fixed maturity securities7,781 $16,035 $(1,071)4,060 $7,537 $(1,307)
December 31, 2021
Fixed maturity securities:
United States Government securities
51 $990 $(11)27 $176 $(7)
Government sponsored securities
— — — (1)
Foreign government securities188 143 (8)68 41 (5)
States, municipalities and political subdivisions, tax-exempt
281 634 (9)16 (1)
Corporate securities
1,846 3,310 (57)403 485 (21)
Residential mortgage-backed securities
422 1,295 (19)63 44 (3)
Commercial mortgage-backed securities
272 676 (8)66 137 (8)
Other asset-backed securities511 1,707 (19)50 85 (5)
Total fixed maturity securities3,571 $8,755 $(131)686 $985 $(51)
Amortized Cost And Fair Value Of Fixed Maturity Securities, By Contractual Maturity
The amortized cost and fair value of fixed maturity securities at December 31, 2022, by contractual maturity, are shown below. Expected maturities may differ from contractual maturities because the issuers of the securities may have the right to prepay obligations.
Amortized
Cost
Estimated
Fair Value
Due in one year or less$726 $720 
Due after one year through five years7,489 7,095 
Due after five years through ten years9,512 8,703 
Due after ten years6,255 5,645 
Mortgage-backed securities5,033 4,541 
Total fixed maturity securities$29,015 $26,704 
Investments in Equity Securities
A summary of current equity securities at December 31, 2022 and 2021 is as follows:
December 31, 2022December 31, 2021
Equity Securities:
Exchange traded funds$822 $1,750 
Common equity securities43 42 
Private equity securities88 89 
Total$953 $1,881 
Major Categories Of Net Investment Income
The major categories of net investment income for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 are as follows:
202220212020
Fixed maturity securities$971 $755 $725 
Equity securities48 43 71 
Cash equivalents77 28 
Other invested assets432 616 91 
Investment income1,528 1,419 915 
Investment expenses(43)(41)(38)
Net investment income$1,485 $1,378 $877 
Net Investment Gains/Losses
Net investment (losses) gains for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 are as follows:
202220212020
Net gains (losses):
Fixed maturity securities:
Gross realized gains from sales$52 $170 $175 
Gross realized losses from sales(469)(44)(105)
Impairment (losses) recoveries recognized in income(31)(7)
Net realized gains on fixed maturity securities(448)127 63 
Equity securities:
Unrealized (losses) gains recognized on equity securities still held(78)133 
Net realized (losses) gains recognized on equity securities sold(102)(73)61 
Net (losses) gains on equity securities(180)(71)194 
Other investments:
Gross gains96 293 18 
Gross losses(64)(22)— 
Impairment losses recognized in income(34)(16)(91)
Net (losses) gains on other investments(2)255 (73)
Net (losses) gains on investments$(630)$311 $184 
v3.22.4
Derivative Financial Instruments (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract]  
Summary Of Aggregate Contractual Or Notional Amounts And Estimated Fair Values
A summary of the aggregate contractual or notional amounts and estimated fair values related to derivative financial instruments at December 31, 2022 and 2021 is as follows:
 Contractual/
Notional
Amount
Balance Sheet LocationEstimated Fair Value
Asset(Liability)
December 31, 2022
Hedging instruments
Interest rate swaps - fixed to floating$1,125 Other assets/other liabilities$$(60)
Non-hedging instruments
Derivatives embedded in convertible fixed maturity securities18 Fixed Maturity Securities— 
Interest rate swapsEquity securities/other assets/other liabilities — — 
Options— Other assets/other liabilities— 
Collars19 Equity securities 23 (9)
Futures358 Equity securities (2)
Subtotal non-hedging400 Subtotal non-hedging30 (11)
Total derivatives$1,525 Total derivatives33 (71)
Amounts netted(12)12 
Net derivatives$21 $(59)
December 31, 2021
Hedging instruments
Interest rate swaps - fixed to floating$825 Other assets/other liabilities$23 $(5)
Non-hedging instruments
Interest rate swaps119 Equity securities/other assets/other liabilities — (5)
Options100 Other assets/other liabilities— — 
Collars19 Equity securities21 (17)
Futures344 Equity securities (2)
Subtotal non-hedging582 Subtotal non-hedging24 (24)
Total derivatives$1,407 Total derivatives47 (29)
Amounts netted(21)21 
Net derivatives$26 $(8)
Summary Of Outstanding Fair Value Hedges A summary of our outstanding fair value hedges at December 31, 2022 and 2021 is as follows:
Type of Fair Value HedgesYear
Entered
Into
Outstanding Notional AmountInterest Rate
Received
Expiration Date
20222021
Interest rate swap
2022$150 $— 5.500 %April 15, 2032
Interest rate swap
202275 — 4.101 September 1, 2027
Interest rate swap
202275 — 2.250 November 15, 2029
Interest rate swap2021150 150 2.550 September 15, 2030
Interest rate swap2021100 100 2.250 November 15, 2029
Interest rate swap202075 75 4.101 September 1, 2027
Interest rate swap
201850 50 4.101 September 1, 2027
Interest rate swap
2018450 450 3.300 January 15, 2023
Total notional amount outstanding
$1,125 $825 
Schedule of Fair Value Hedging Instruments, Statements of Financial Performance and Financial Position, Location The following amounts were recorded on our consolidated balance sheets related to cumulative basis adjustments for fair value hedges at December 31, 2022 and 2021:
Balance Sheet Classification in Which Hedged Item is IncludedCarrying Amount of Hedged LiabilityCumulative Amount of Fair Value Hedging Adjustment Included in the Carrying Amount of the Hedged Liability
2022202120222021
Long-term debt$22,349 $21,157 $(57)$18 
Effect Of Non-Hedging Derivatives On Income Statement And Included In Net Realized Gains (Losses) On Financial Instruments
A summary of the effect of non-hedging derivatives on our consolidated statements of income for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 is as follows:
Type of Non-hedging DerivativesIncome Statement Location of
Gain (Loss) Recognized
Derivative
(Loss) Gain
Recognized
Year ended December 31, 2022
Derivatives embedded in convertible securitiesNet (losses) gains on financial instruments$(3)
Interest rate swapsNet (losses) gains on financial instruments(4)
Options (including swaptions)Net (losses) gains on financial instruments13 
CollarsNet (losses) gains on financial instruments10 
FuturesNet (losses) gains on financial instruments64 
Total$80 
Year ended December 31, 2021
Interest rate swapsNet (losses) gains on financial instruments$(4)
CollarsNet (losses) gains on financial instruments4 
FuturesNet (losses) gains on financial instruments7 
Total$
Year ended December 31, 2020
Interest rate swapsNet (losses) gains on financial instruments$(1)
OptionsNet (losses) gains on financial instruments(5)
FuturesNet (losses) gains on financial instruments4 
Total$(2)
v3.22.4
Fair Value (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]  
Fair Value Measurements By Level For Assets Measured At Fair Value On A Recurring Basis A summary of fair value measurements by level for assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis at December 31, 2022 and 2021 is as follows:
Level ILevel IILevel IIITotal
December 31, 2022
Assets:
Cash equivalents$3,567 $— $— $3,567 
Fixed maturity securities, available-for-sale:
United States Government securities— 1,401 — 1,401 
Government sponsored securities— 78 — 78 
Foreign government securities— 274 — 274 
States, municipalities and political subdivisions, tax-exempt— 4,143 — 4,143 
Corporate securities— 12,392 137 12,529 
Residential mortgage-backed securities— 2,663 — 2,663 
Commercial mortgage-backed securities— 1,878 — 1,878 
Other asset-backed securities— 3,382 356 3,738 
Total fixed maturity securities, available-for-sale— 26,211 493 26,704 
Equity securities:
Exchange traded funds822 — — 822 
Common equity securities41 — 43 
Private equity securities— — 88 88 
Total equity securities824 41 88 953 
Other invested assets - common equity securities103 — — 103 
Securities lending collateral— 2,457 — 2,457 
Derivatives - other assets— — 
Total assets$4,494 $28,712 $581 $33,787 
Liabilities:
Derivatives - other liabilities$— $(60)$— $(60)
Total liabilities$— $(60)$— $(60)
December 31, 2021
Assets:
Cash equivalents$2,415 $— $— $2,415 
Fixed maturity securities, available-for-sale:
United States Government securities— 1,432 — 1,432 
Government sponsored securities— 68 — 68 
Foreign government securities— 347 — 347 
States, municipalities and political subdivisions, tax-exempt— 5,621 — 5,621 
Corporate securities— 12,027 336 12,363 
Residential mortgage-backed securities— 2,513 2,518 
Commercial mortgage-backed securities— 1,643 — 1,643 
Other asset-backed securities— 2,888 19 2,907 
Total fixed maturity securities, available-for-sale— 26,539 360 26,899 
Equity securities:
Exchange traded funds1,750 — — 1,750 
Common equity securities34 — 42 
Private equity securities— — 89 89 
Total equity securities1,758 34 89 1,881 
Other invested assets - common equity securities138 — — 138 
Securities lending collateral— 2,155 — 2,155 
Derivatives - other assets— 19 — 19 
Total assets$4,311 $28,747 $449 $33,507 
Liabilities:
Derivatives - other liabilities$— $(1)$— $(1)
Total liabilities$— $(1)$— $(1)
Reconciliation Of The Beginning And Ending Balances Of Assets Measured At Fair Value On A Recurring Basis Using Level III Inputs
A reconciliation of the beginning and ending balances of assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis using Level III inputs for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 is as follows:
Corporate
Securities
Residential
Mortgage-
backed
Securities
Other Asset-Backed SecuritiesEquity
Securities
Total
Year ended December 31, 2022
Beginning balance at January 1, 2022$336 $$19 $89 $449 
Total gains (losses):
Recognized in net income— — (1)— (1)
Recognized in accumulated other comprehensive income(1)— (16)— (17)
Purchases56 — 370 17 443 
Sales(210)— (14)(18)(242)
Settlements(41)— — — (41)
Transfers into Level III— — — 
Transfers out of Level III(12)(5)(2)— (19)
Ending balance at December 31, 2022$137 $— $356 $88 $581 
Change in unrealized gains or losses included in net income related to assets still held at December 31, 2022$— $— $— $— $— 
Year ended December 31, 2021
Beginning balance at January 1, 2021$325 $$$60 $392 
Total gains (losses):
Recognized in net income— — 17 19 
Recognized in accumulated other comprehensive income— — — 
Purchases179 17 16 216 
Sales(18)— — (4)(22)
Settlements(157)— — — (157)
Transfers into Level III— — — 
Transfers out of Level III(1)(1)(3)— (5)
Ending balance at December 31, 2021$336 $$19 $89 $449 
Change in unrealized gains or losses included in net income related to assets still held at December 31, 2021$— $— $— $18 $18 
Year ended December 31, 2020
Beginning balance at January 1, 2020$303 $$$85 $397 
Total gains (losses):
Recognized in net income(3)— — (19)(22)
Recognized in accumulated other comprehensive income(5)— — — (5)
Purchases85 — — 16 101 
Sales(19)— — (22)(41)
Settlements(44)— (2)— (46)
Transfers into Level III10 — — — 10 
Transfers out of Level III(2)— — — (2)
Ending balance at December 31, 2020$325 $$$60 $392 
Change in unrealized gains or losses included in net income related to assets still held at December 31, 2020$— $— $— $(19)$(19)
Carrying And Fair Values By Level Of Financial Instruments Not Recorded At Fair Value On Consolidated Balance Sheet
A summary of the estimated fair values by level of each class of financial instrument that is recorded at its carrying value on our consolidated balance sheets at December 31, 2022 and 2021 is as follows:
 Carrying
Value
Estimated Fair Value
 Level ILevel IILevel IIITotal
December 31, 2022
Assets:
Other invested assets$5,582 $— $— $5,582 $5,582 
Liabilities:
Debt:
Short-term borrowings265 — 265 — 265 
Notes23,786 — 21,861 — 21,861 
Convertible debentures63 — 463 — 463 
December 31, 2021
Assets:
Other invested assets$5,087 $— $— $5,087 $5,087 
Liabilities:
Debt:
Short-term borrowings275 — 275 — 275 
Commercial paper300 — 300 — 300 
Notes22,384 — 25,150 — 25,150 
Convertible debentures72 — 687 — 687 
v3.22.4
Income Taxes (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]  
Components Of Deferred Income Taxes
The components of deferred income taxes at December 31, 2022 and 2021 are as follows:
20222021
Deferred income tax assets:
Accrued expenses$379 $511 
Bad debt reserves301 246 
Insurance reserves147 156 
Lease liabilities200 216 
Retirement liabilities173 170 
Deferred compensation34 35 
Federal and state operating loss carryforwards208 201 
Investment basis340 — 
Other267 207 
Subtotal2,049 1,742 
Less: valuation allowance(203)(212)
Total deferred income tax assets1,846 1,530 
U.S. federal and state intangible assets2,059 2,071 
Foreign (including Puerto Rico) intangible assets380 452 
Capitalized software601 777 
Depreciation and amortization62 45 
Investment basis— 295 
Retirement assets317 314 
Lease right-of-use asset123 126 
Prepaid expenses201 152 
Total deferred income tax liabilities3,743 4,232 
Net deferred income tax liabilities$1,897 $2,702 
Components Of Provision For Income Taxes
Significant components of the provision for income taxes for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 consist of the following:
202220212020
Current tax expense:
Federal$1,469 $1,467 $1,724 
Foreign (including Puerto Rico)98 18 
State and local179 165 461 
Total current tax expense1,746 1,650 2,192 
Deferred tax expense (benefit)180 (526)
Total income tax expense$1,750 $1,830 $1,666 
Reconciliation Of Income Tax Expense Computed At The Statutory Federal Income Tax Rate
A reconciliation of income tax expense recorded in the consolidated statements of income and amounts computed at the statutory federal income tax rate for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 is as follows:
 202220212020
 AmountPercentAmountPercentAmountPercent
Amount at statutory rate$1,631 21.0 %$1,664 21.0 %$1,310 21.0 %
State and local income taxes net of federal tax expense/benefit
238 3.0 258 3.3 235 3.8 
Tax exempt interest and dividends received deduction
(19)(0.2)(22)(0.3)(22)(0.4)
HIP fee— — — — 330 5.3 
Basis adjustments from recent acquisitions— — — — (110)(1.8)
Other, net(100)(1.3)(70)(0.9)(77)(1.2)
Total income tax expense$1,750 22.5 %$1,830 23.1 %$1,666 26.7 %
Change In The Carrying Amount Of Gross Unrecognized Tax Benefits From Uncertain Tax Positions
The change in the carrying amount of gross unrecognized tax benefits from uncertain tax positions for the years ended December 31, 2022 and 2021 is as follows:
20222021
Balance at January 1$271 $249 
Additions based on:
Tax positions related to current year22 10 
Tax positions related to prior years57 17 
Reductions based on:
Tax positions related to prior years(1)(5)
Balance at December 31$349 $271 
v3.22.4
Property And Equipment (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]  
Summary of Property and Equipment
A summary of property and equipment at December 31, 2022 and 2021 is as follows:
20222021
Computer software, purchased and internally developed$5,604 $6,115 
Computer equipment, furniture and other equipment828 1,314 
Leasehold improvements648 641 
Building and improvements38 172 
Land and improvements17 
Property and equipment, gross7,119 8,259 
Accumulated depreciation and amortization(2,803)(4,340)
Property and equipment, net$4,316 $3,919 
v3.22.4
Goodwill And Other Intangible Assets (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]  
Summary Of The Change In The Carrying Amount Of Goodwill By Reportable Segment
A summary of the change in the carrying amount of goodwill for our segments (see Note 20, “Segment Information”) for 2022 and 2021 is as follows:
Commercial
& Specialty
Business
Government
Business
CarelonRxOtherTotal
Balance as of January 1, 2021$11,593 $8,331 $48 $1,719 $21,691 
Acquisitions and adjustments— 2,018 11 508 2,537 
Balance as of December 31, 202111,593 10,349 59 2,227 24,228 
Acquisitions and adjustments18 128 — 155 
Balance as of December 31, 2022$11,611 $10,477 $59 $2,236 $24,383 
Accumulated impairment as of December 31, 2022$— $— $— $— $— 
Components Of Other Intangible Assets
The components of other intangible assets as of December 31, 2022 and 2021 are as follows:
 20222021
Gross
Carrying
Amount
Accumulated
Amortization
Net
Carrying
Amount
Gross
Carrying
Amount
Accumulated
Amortization
Net
Carrying
Amount
Intangible assets with finite lives:
Customer relationships$5,791 $(3,693)$2,098 $5,598 $(3,236)$2,362 
Provider and hospital relationships326 (146)180 324 (129)195 
Other1,010 (440)570 610 (141)469 
Total7,127 (4,279)2,848 6,532 (3,506)3,026 
Intangible assets with indefinite lives:
Blue Cross and Blue Shield and other trademarks5,991 — 5,991 6,299 — 6,299 
State Medicaid licenses1,476 — 1,476 1,290 — 1,290 
Total7,467 — 7,467 7,589 — 7,589 
Other intangible assets$14,594 $(4,279)$10,315 $14,121 $(3,506)$10,615 
v3.22.4
Retirement Benefits (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Retirement Benefits [Abstract]  
Reconciliation Of The Benefit Obligation
The reconciliation of the benefit obligation is as follows:
 Pension BenefitsOther Benefits
 2022202120222021
Benefit obligation at beginning of year$1,859 $2,009 $343 $399 
Service cost— — — 
Interest cost52 34 
Plan participant contributions— — 17 17 
Actuarial (gain) loss(362)(33)(54)(31)
Settlements(74)(90)— — 
Benefits paid(60)(61)(36)(48)
Benefit obligation at end of year$1,415 $1,859 $277 $343 
Changes In The Fair Value Of Plan Assets
The changes in the fair value of plan assets are as follows:
 Pension BenefitsOther Benefits
 2022202120222021
Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year$2,216 $2,186 $371 $391 
Actual return on plan assets(352)174 (61)33 
Employer contributions— — 
Plan participant contributions— — 17 17 
Settlements(74)(90)— (29)
Benefits paid(60)(61)(28)(41)
Fair value of plan assets at end of year$1,734 $2,216 $299 $371 
Net Amount Included In Consolidated Balance Sheets The net amount included in the consolidated balance sheets is as follows:
 Pension BenefitsOther Benefits
 2022202120222021
Noncurrent assets$363 $415 $22 $28 
Current liabilities(6)(6)— — 
Noncurrent liabilities(38)(52)— — 
Net amount at December 31$319 $357 $22 $28 
Net Amounts Included In Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss (Income) That Have Not Been Recognized As Components Of Net Periodic Benefit Costs The net amounts included in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) that have not been recognized as components of net periodic benefit costs are as follows:
 Pension BenefitsOther Benefits
 2022202120222021
Net actuarial (loss) gain$(672)$(625)$$36 
Prior service credit— — 
Net amount before tax at December 31$(672)$(625)$$44 
Schedule Of Assumptions Used In Calculating The Benefit Obligations
The weighted-average assumptions used in calculating the benefit obligations for all plans are as follows: 
 Pension BenefitsOther Benefits
 2022202120222021
Discount rate5.18 %2.70 %5.12 %2.49 %
Rate of compensation increase3.00 %3.00 %3.00 %3.00 %
Expected rate of return on plan assets6.58 %5.02 %6.57 %6.43 %
Interest crediting rate4.25 %3.82 %3.89 %1.56 %
Components Of Net Periodic Benefit Cost (Credit)
The components of net periodic benefit credit included in the consolidated statements of income are as follows:
202220212020
Pension Benefits
Interest cost$52 $34 $47 
Expected return on assets(101)(134)(138)
Recognized actuarial loss16 25 24 
Settlement loss28 26 29 
Net periodic benefit credit$(5)$(49)$(38)
Other Benefits
Service cost$— $$
Interest cost10 
Expected return on assets(26)(26)(25)
Amortization of prior service credit(4)(4)(7)
Net periodic benefit credit$(23)$(24)$(21)
Weighted-Average Assumptions Used In Calculating The Benefit Obligations For All Plans
The weighted-average assumptions used in calculating the net periodic benefit cost for all plans are as follows:
202220212020
Pension Benefits
Discount rate2.70 %2.24 %3.11 %
Rate of compensation increase3.00 %3.00 %3.00 %
Expected rate of return on plan assets5.02 %6.72 %7.33 %
Interest crediting rate3.82 %3.82 %3.82 %
Other Benefits
Discount rate2.49 %1.99 %2.93 %
Rate of compensation increase3.00 %3.00 %3.00 %
Expected rate of return on plan assets6.43 %6.60 %7.00 %
Interest crediting rate1.56 %0.87 %1.81 %
Fair Values of Pension Benefit Assets and Other Benefit Assets by Asset Category and Level Inputs The fair values of our pension benefit assets and other benefit assets by asset category and level inputs at December 31, 2022, excluding cash, investment income receivable and amounts due to/from brokers, resulting in a net asset of $36, and excluding estimated claims settlements to be paid from other benefit assets of ($17), are as follows (see Note 7, “Fair Value,” for additional information regarding the definition of level inputs):
Level ILevel IILevel IIITotal
December 31, 2022
Pension Benefit Assets:
Equity securities:
U.S. securities$489 $— $— $489 
Foreign securities145 — — 145 
Mutual funds39 — — 39 
Fixed maturity securities:
Government securities— 247 — 247 
Corporate securities— 275 — 275 
Asset-backed securities— 185 — 185 
Other types of investments:
Commingled fund— 93 — 93 
Insurance company contracts— — 154 154 
Total pension benefit assets at fair value$673 $800 $154 1,627 
Partnership investments71 
Total pension benefit assets$1,698 
Other Benefit Assets:
Equity securities:
U.S. securities$$— $— $
Foreign securities— — 
Mutual funds17 — — 17 
Fixed maturity securities:
Government securities— — 
Corporate securities— — 
Asset-backed securities— — 
Other types of investments:
Commingled fund— — 
Life insurance contracts— — 270 270 
Investment in DOL 103-12 trust— 10 — 10 
Total other benefit assets$25 $21 $270 $316 
The fair values of our pension benefit assets and other benefit assets by asset category and level inputs at December 31, 2021, excluding cash, investment income receivable and amounts due to/from brokers, resulting in a net asset of $48, and excluding estimated claims settlements to be paid from other benefit assets of ($29), are as follows:
Level ILevel IILevel IIITotal
December 31, 2021
Pension Benefit Assets:
Equity securities:
U.S. securities$682 $— $— $682 
Foreign securities204 — — 204 
Mutual funds49 — — 49 
Fixed maturity securities:
Government securities— 395 — 395 
Corporate securities— 379 — 379 
Asset-backed securities— 98 — 98 
Other types of investments:
Commingled fund— 106 — 106 
Insurance company contracts— — 179 179 
Total pension benefit assets at fair value$935 $978 $179 2,092 
Partnership investments78 
Total pension benefit assets$2,170 
Other Benefit Assets:
Equity securities:
U.S. securities$10 $— $— $10 
Foreign securities— — 
Mutual funds24 — — 24 
Fixed maturity securities:
Government securities— — 
Corporate securities— — 
Asset-backed securities— — 
Other types of investments:
Commingled fund— — 
Life insurance contracts— — 338 338 
Investment in DOL 103-12 trust— 11 — 11 
Total other benefit assets$36 $24 $338 $398 
Reconciliation Of The Beginning And Ending Balances Of Plan Assets Measured At Fair Value Using Level III Inputs A reconciliation of the beginning and ending balances of plan assets measured at fair value using Level III inputs for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 is as follows:
Insurance
Company
Contracts
Life
Insurance
Contracts
Total
Year ended December 31, 2022
Beginning balance at January 1, 2022$179 $338 $517 
Actual return on plan assets relating to assets still held at the reporting date
(22)(53)(75)
Purchases— 
Sales(12)(15)(27)
Ending balance at December 31, 2022$154 $270 $424 
Year ended December 31, 2021
Beginning balance at January 1, 2021$189 $323 $512 
Actual return on plan assets relating to assets still held at the reporting date
(6)26 20 
Purchases— 
Sales(9)(11)(20)
Ending balance at December 31, 2021$179 $338 $517 
Year ended December 31, 2020
Beginning balance at January 1, 2020$175 $294 $469 
Actual return on plan assets relating to assets still held at the reporting date
29 36 
Purchases15 — 15 
Sales(8)— (8)
Ending balance at December 31, 2020$189 $323 $512 
Estimated Future Payments For Pension Benefits And Other Benefits
Our estimated future payments for pension benefits and other benefits, which reflect expected future service, as appropriate, are as follows:
Pension
Benefits
Other
Benefits
2023$125 $32 
2024120 30 
2025118 29 
2026116 28 
2027113 27 
2028 - 2032526 110 
v3.22.4
Medical Claims Payable (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Medical Claims Payable [Abstract]  
Reconciliation Of The Beginning And Ending Balances For Medical Claims Payable
A reconciliation of the beginning and ending balances for medical claims payable, by segment (see Note 20, “Segment Information”), for the year ended December 31, 2022 is as follows:
Commercial
& Specialty
Business
Government
Business
OtherTotal
Gross medical claims payable, beginning of year$3,847 $9,157 $278 $13,282 
Ceded medical claims payable, beginning of year(13)(8)— (21)
Net medical claims payable, beginning of year3,834 9,149 278 13,261 
Business combinations and purchase adjustments130 — 133 
Net incurred medical claims:
Current year30,067 81,795 1,552 113,414 
Prior years redundancies(154)(630)(85)(869)
Total net incurred medical claims29,913 81,165 1,467 112,545 
Net payments attributable to:
Current year medical claims26,274 71,463 1,260 98,997 
Prior years medical claims3,362 8,052 186 11,600 
Total net payments29,636 79,515 1,446 110,597 
Net medical claims payable, end of year4,114 10,929 299 15,342 
Ceded medical claims payable, end of year— 
Gross medical claims payable, end of year$4,119 $10,930 $299 $15,348 
A reconciliation of the beginning and ending balances for medical claims payable, by segment, for the year ended December 31, 2021 is as follows:
Commercial
& Specialty
Business
Government
Business
OtherTotal
Gross medical claims payable, beginning of year$3,294 $7,646 $195 $11,135 
Ceded medical claims payable, beginning of year(13)(33)— (46)
Net medical claims payable, beginning of year3,281 7,613 195 11,089 
Business combinations and purchase adjustments— 375 45 420 
Net incurred medical claims:
Current year28,132 70,670 1,638 100,440 
Prior years redundancies(465)(1,222)(16)(1,703)
Total net incurred medical claims27,667 69,448 1,622 98,737 
Net payments attributable to:
Current year medical claims24,502 62,233 1,421 88,156 
Prior years medical claims2,612 6,054 163 8,829 
Total net payments27,114 68,287 1,584 96,985 
Net medical claims payable, end of year3,834 9,149 278 13,261 
Ceded medical claims payable, end of year13 — 21 
Gross medical claims payable, end of year$3,847 $9,157 $278 $13,282 
A reconciliation of the beginning and ending balances for medical claims payable, by segment, for the year ended December 31, 2020 is as follows:
Commercial
& Specialty
Business
Government
Business
OtherTotal
Gross medical claims payable, beginning of year$3,039 $5,608 $— $8,647 
Ceded medical claims payable, beginning of year(14)(19)— (33)
Net medical claims payable, beginning of year3,025 5,589 — 8,614 
Business combinations and purchase adjustments— 141 198 339 
Net incurred medical claims:
Current year24,894 58,912 1,288 85,094 
Prior years redundancies(375)(262)— (637)
Total net incurred medical claims24,519 58,650 1,288 84,457 
Net payments attributable to:
Current year medical claims21,736 51,602 1,291 74,629 
Prior years medical claims2,527 5,165 — 7,692 
Total net payments24,263 56,767 1,291 82,321 
Net medical claims payable, end of year3,281 7,613 195 11,089 
Ceded medical claims payable, end of year13 33 — 46 
Gross medical claims payable, end of year$3,294 $7,646 $195 $11,135 
(Favorable) Unfavorable Developments By Changes In Key Assumptions
The following table provides a summary of the two key assumptions having the most significant impact on our incurred but not paid liability estimates for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020, which are the completion and trend factors. These two key assumptions can be influenced by utilization levels, unit costs, mix of business, benefit plan designs, provider reimbursement levels, processing system conversions and changes, claim inventory levels, claim processing patterns, claim submission patterns and operational changes resulting from business combinations. We had increased estimation uncertainty on our incurred but not reported liability at December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021. Slowdowns in claims submission patterns and increases in utilization levels for COVID-19 testing and treatment are the primary factors that lead to the increased estimation uncertainty.
 Favorable Developments
by Changes in Key Assumptions
 202220212020
Assumed trend factors$(859)$(1,429)$(599)
Assumed completion factors(10)(274)(38)
Total$(869)$(1,703)$(637)
Reconciliation of Net Incurred Medical Claims to Benefit Expense
The reconciliation of net incurred medical claims to benefit expense included in the consolidated statements of income is as follows:
Years Ended December 31
202220212020
Net incurred medical claims:
Commercial & Specialty Business$29,913 $27,667 $24,519 
Government Business81,165 69,448 58,650 
Other1,467 1,622 1,288 
Total net incurred medical claims112,545 98,737 84,457 
Quality improvement and other claims expense3,942 3,908 3,588 
Benefit expense$116,487 $102,645 $88,045 
Incurred and Paid Claims Development, Net of Reinsurance
Incurred claims development, net of reinsurance, for the Commercial & Specialty Business for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 is as follows:
Commercial & Specialty BusinessCumulative Incurred Claims and Allocated Claim Adjustment Expenses, Net of Reinsurance
20202021
Claim Years(Unaudited)(Unaudited)2022
2020 & Prior$27,545 $27,080 $27,101 
202128,132 27,957 
202230,070 
Total$85,128 
Paid claims development, net of reinsurance, for the Commercial & Specialty Business for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 is as follows:
Commercial & Specialty BusinessCumulative Paid Claims and Allocated Claim Adjustment Expenses, Net of Reinsurance
20202021
Claim Years(Unaudited)(Unaudited)2022
2020 & Prior$24,263 $26,876 $27,049 
202124,502 27,691 
202226,274 
Total$81,014 
At December 31, 2022, the total of incurred but not reported liabilities plus expected development on reported claims for the Commercial & Specialty Business was $52, $266 and $3,796 for the claim years 2020 and prior, 2021 and 2022, respectively.
At December 31, 2022, the cumulative number of reported claims for the Commercial & Specialty Business was 80, 87 and 81 for the claim years 2020 and prior, 2021 and 2022, respectively.
Incurred claims development, net of reinsurance, for the Government Business as of and for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 is as follows:
Government BusinessCumulative Incurred Claims and Allocated Claim Adjustment Expenses, Net of Reinsurance
20202021
Claim Years(Unaudited)(Unaudited)2022
2020 & Prior$64,379 $63,158 $63,123 
202171,045 70,450 
202281,925 
Total$215,498 
Paid claims development, net of reinsurance, for the Government Business as of and for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 is as follows:
Government BusinessCumulative Paid Claims and Allocated Claim Adjustment Expenses, Net of Reinsurance
20202021
Claim Years(Unaudited)(Unaudited)2022
2020 & Prior$56,767 $62,821 $62,981 
202162,233 70,125 
202271,463 
Total$204,569 
At December 31, 2022, the total of incurred but not reported liabilities plus expected development on reported claims for the Government Business was $142, $325 and $10,462 for the claim years 2020 and prior, 2021 and 2022, respectively.
At December 31, 2022, the cumulative number of reported claims for the Government Business was 251, 325 and 298 for the claim years 2020 and prior, 2021 and 2022, respectively.
Incurred claims development, net of reinsurance, for Other as of and for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 is as follows:
OtherCumulative Incurred Claims and Allocated Claim Adjustment Expenses, Net of Reinsurance
20202021
Claim Years(Unaudited)(Unaudited)2022
2020 & Prior$1,486 $1,470 $1,459 
20211,683 1,609 
20221,552 
Total$4,620 
Paid claims development, net of reinsurance, for Other as of and for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 is as follows:
OtherCumulative Paid Claims and Allocated Claim Adjustment Expenses, Net of Reinsurance
20202021
Claim Years(Unaudited)(Unaudited)2022
2020 & Prior$1,292 $1,454 $1,458 
20211,421 1,603 
20221,260 
Total$4,321 
At December 31, 2022, the total of incurred but not reported liabilities plus expected development on reported claims for Other was $1, $6 and $292 for the claim years 2020 and prior, 2021 and 2022, respectively.
At December 31, 2022, the cumulative number of reported claims for Other was 29, 28, and 25 for the claim years 2020 and prior, 2021 and 2022, respectively.
Reconciliation Of Claims Development To The Claims Liability
The reconciliation of the Commercial & Specialty Business, Government Business and Other incurred and paid claims development information for the three years ended December 31, 2022, reflected in the tables above, to the consolidated ending balance for medical claims payable included in the consolidated balance sheet, as of December 31, 2022, is as follows:
Commercial
& Specialty
Business
Government
Business
OtherTotal
Cumulative incurred claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance$85,128 $215,498 $4,620 $305,246 
Less: Cumulative paid claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance81,014 204,569 4,321 289,904 
Net medical claims payable, end of year4,114 10,929 299 15,342 
Ceded medical claims payable, end of year— 
Insurance lines other than short duration— 248 — 248 
Gross medical claims payable, end of year$4,119 $11,178 $299 $15,596 
v3.22.4
Debt (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]  
The Carrying Value Of Long-Term Debt
The carrying value of our long-term debt at December 31, 2022 and 2021 consists of the following:
20222021
Senior unsecured notes:
2.950%, due 2022
$— $749 
3.125%, due 2022
— 850 
3.300%, due 2023
1,000 1,014 
0.450%, due 2023
500 499 
3.350%, due 2024
849 848 
3.500%, due 2024
798 797 
2.375%, due 2025
1,252 1,253 
5.350%, due 2025
398 — 
1.500%, due 2026
746 745 
3.650%, due 2027
1,592 1,592 
4.101%, due 2028
1,234 1,251 
2.875%, due 2029
820 820 
2.250%, due 2030
1,071 1,089 
2.550%, due 2031
968 992 
4.100%, due 2032
595 — 
5.500%, due 2032
644 — 
5.950%, due 2034
334 334 
5.850%, due 2036
396 396 
6.375%, due 2037
364 364 
5.800%, due 2040
114 114 
4.625%, due 2042
859 859 
4.650%, due 2043
974 974 
4.650%, due 2044
767 767 
5.100%, due 2044
548 548 
4.375%, due 2047
1,388 1,387 
4.550%, due 2048
840 839 
3.700%, due 2049
812 812 
3.125%, due 2050
988 987 
3.600%, due 2051
1,233 1,232 
4.550%, due 2052
689 — 
6.100%, due 2052
741 — 
4.850%, due 2054
247 247 
Surplus note:
9.000%, due 2027
25 25 
Senior convertible debentures:
2.750%, due 2042
63 72 
Variable rate debt:
Commercial paper program— 300 
Total long-term debt23,849 22,756 
Current portion of long-term debt(1,500)(1,599)
Long-term debt, less current portion$22,349 $21,157 
Convertible Debenture Terms
The following table summarizes, at December 31, 2022, the related balances, conversion rate and conversion price of the Debentures:
Outstanding principal amount$63 
Net debt carrying amount$63 
Conversion rate (shares of common stock per $1,000 of principal amount)14.3238 
Effective conversion price (per $1,000 of principal amount)$69.8139 
v3.22.4
Capital Stock (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Banking Regulation, Total Capital [Abstract]  
Summary of Stock Option Activity
A summary of stock option activity for the year ended December 31, 2022 is as follows:
Number of
Shares
Weighted-Average
Option Price
per Share
Weighted-Average
Remaining
Contractual Life
(Years)
Aggregate
Intrinsic
Value
Outstanding at January 1, 20222.9 $255.50 
Granted0.5 452.67 
Exercised(0.5)242.79 
Forfeited or expired(0.1)339.20 
Outstanding at December 31, 20222.8 293.28 6.35$622 
Exercisable at December 31, 20221.6 239.89 5.14$448 
Summary of Nonvested Restricted Stock Activity Including Restricted Stock Units
A summary of the status of nonvested restricted stock activity, including restricted stock units and performance units, for the year ended December 31, 2022 is as follows:
Restricted
Stock Shares
and Units
Weighted-Average
Grant Date
Fair Value
per Share
Nonvested at January 1, 20221.3 $299.65 
Granted0.6 453.70 
Vested(0.6)301.89 
Forfeited(0.1)347.73 
Nonvested at December 31, 20221.2 357.21 
Summary of Weighted-Average Assumptions Used to Estimate the Fair Values of Options Granted During the Periods
The following weighted-average assumptions were used to estimate the fair values of options granted during the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020:
202220212020
Risk-free interest rate1.97 %1.44 %1.30 %
Volatility factor29.00 %30.00 %26.00 %
Dividend yield (annual)1.10 %1.50 %1.40 %
Weighted-average expected life (years)5.105.504.30
Schedule of Weighted-Average Fair Values Determined For the Periods
The following weighted-average fair values were determined for the years ending December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020:
202220212020
Options granted during the year$116.92 $79.91 $54.05 
Restricted stock awards granted during the year453.70 317.70 272.37 
Summary of Cash Dividend Activity
A summary of the cash dividend activity for the years ended December 31, 2022 and 2021 is as follows: 
Declaration DateRecord DatePayment DateCash Dividend
per Share
Total
Year ended December 31, 2022
January 25, 2022March 10, 2022March 25, 2022$1.28 $309 
April 19, 2022June 10, 2022June 24, 20221.28 309 
July 19, 2022September 9, 2022September 23, 20221.28 306 
October 18, 2022December 5, 2022December 21, 20221.28 305 
Year ended December 31, 2021
January 26, 2021March 10, 2021March 25, 2021$1.13 $277 
April 20, 2021June 10, 2021June 25, 20211.13 278 
July 20, 2021September 10, 2021September 24, 20211.13 276 
October 19, 2021December 3, 2021December 21, 20211.13 273 
Summary of Share Repurchases
A summary of common stock repurchases for the years ended December 31, 2022 and 2021 is as follows:
Years Ended December 31
 20222021
Shares repurchased4.8 5.1 
Average price per share$478.99 $371.46 
Aggregate cost$2,316 $1,900 
Authorization remaining at end of year$1,876 $4,192 
v3.22.4
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Abstract]  
Reconciliation of Components of Accumulated Other Comprehensive (Loss) Income
A reconciliation of the components of accumulated other comprehensive (loss) income at December 31, 2022, 2021, and 2020 is as follows:
202220212020
Net unrealized investment gains:
Beginning of year balance$492 $949 $521 
Other comprehensive (loss) income before reclassifications, net of tax benefit (expense) of $926, $121, and $(160), respectively
(2,614)(357)478 
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income, net of tax benefit (expense) of $(94), $27, and $(13), respectively
354 (100)(50)
Other comprehensive (loss) income(2,260)(457)428 
End of year balance(1,768)492 949 
Non-credit components of impairments on investments:
Beginning of year balance— (2)(2)
Other comprehensive income, net of tax (expense) benefit of $0, $(1),and $0, respectively
(3)— 
End of year balance(3)— (2)
Net cash flow hedges:
Beginning of year balance(239)(250)(262)
Other comprehensive income, net of tax expense of $(6), $(3), and $(3), respectively
10 11 12 
End of year balance(229)(239)(250)
Pension and other postretirement benefits:
Beginning of year balance(429)(552)(551)
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax expense of $(23), $(36), and $(2), respectively
(70)123 (1)
End of year balance(499)(429)(552)
Foreign currency translation adjustments:
Beginning of year balance(4)(2)
Other comprehensive (loss) income, net of tax benefit (expense) of $6, $2, and $(2)
(13)(9)
End of year balance(17)(4)
Total:
Total beginning of year accumulated other comprehensive (loss) income(178)150 (296)
Total other comprehensive (loss) income, net of tax benefit (expense) of $809, $110, and $(154), respectively
(2,336)(330)446 
Total other comprehensive loss attributable to noncontrolling interests, net of tax (expense) benefit of $(3), $1, and $0, respectively
11 — 
Total end of year accumulated other comprehensive (loss) income$(2,503)$(178)$150 
v3.22.4
Reinsurance (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Reinsurance Disclosures [Abstract]  
Summary Of Direct, Assumed And Ceded Premiums Earned
A summary of direct, assumed and ceded premiums earned for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 is as follows:
 202220212020
Direct$128,867$113,149$100,832
Assumed4,4264,2983,356
Ceded(64)(74)(79)
Net premiums$133,229$117,373$104,109
Percentage—assumed to net premiums
3.3 %3.7 %3.2 %
Summary Of Net Premiums Earned By Segment
A summary of net premiums earned by segment (see Note 20, “Segment Information”) for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 is as follows:
 202220212020
Reportable segments:
Commercial & Specialty Business$35,633 $33,209 $31,471 
Government Business96,323 82,520 71,188 
Other1,273 1,644 1,450 
Net premiums$133,229 $117,373 $104,109 
Effect Of Reinsurance On Benefit Expense
The effect of reinsurance on benefit expense for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 is as follows:
202220212020
Direct$112,809 $99,007 $85,168 
Assumed3,730 3,719 2,967 
Ceded(52)(81)(90)
Net benefit expense$116,487 $102,645 $88,045 
v3.22.4
Leases (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Lessee Disclosure [Abstract]  
Lessee, Operating Leases [Table Text Block]
The information related to our leases is as follows:
Balance Sheet LocationDecember 31, 2022December 31, 2021
Operating Leases
ROU assetsOther noncurrent assets$604 $628 
Lease liabilities, currentOther current liabilities181 133 
Lease liabilities, noncurrentOther noncurrent liabilities751 864 
Years Ended December 31
202220212020
Lease Expense
Operating lease expense$143$261 $438 
Short-term and variable lease expense3545 50 
Sublease income(3)(4)(9)
Total lease expense$175$302 $479 
Our activities as disclosed in Note 4, “Business Optimization Initiatives,” include reducing our office space footprint. As a result, we performed an interim impairment test during the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020, and recorded impairment charges of $34, $136 and $258, respectively, for impairment and abandonment of ROU assets which are included in the operating lease expense shown above.
Years Ended December 31
20222021
Other information
Operating cash paid for amounts included in the measurement of lease liabilities, operating leases$204$198
ROU assets obtained in exchange for new lease liabilities, operating leases$113$334
Weighted average remaining lease term in years, operating leases77
Weighted average discount rate, operating leases2.98 %2.69 %
Lessee, Operating Lease, Liability, Maturity [Table Text Block]
At December 31, 2022, future lease payments for noncancelable operating leases with initial or remaining terms of one year or more are as follows:
2023$206 
2024179 
2025145 
2026111 
202777 
Thereafter310 
Total future minimum payments 1,028 
Less imputed interest(96)
Total lease liabilities$932 
v3.22.4
Earnings Per Share (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]  
Denominator For Basic And Diluted Earnings Per Share
The denominator for basic and diluted earnings per share at December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 is as follows:
202220212020
Denominator for basic earnings per share—weighted-average shares240.0 243.8 250.8 
Effect of dilutive securities—employee stock options, non-vested restricted stock awards, convertible debentures and equity units
2.8 3.0 3.5 
Denominator for diluted earnings per share242.8 246.8 254.3 
v3.22.4
Segment Information (Tables)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Segment Reporting [Abstract]  
Financial Data By Reportable Segment
Financial data by reportable segment for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 is as follows:
Commercial & Specialty BusinessGovernment BusinessCarelonRxOtherEliminationsTotal
Year ended December 31, 2022
Operating revenue - unaffiliated
$41,674 $96,810 14,974 $2,202 $— $155,660 
Operating revenue - affiliated
— — 13,552 11,092 (24,644)— 
Operating gain2,933 3,297 1,868 354 — 8,452 
Depreciation and amortization of property and equipment
— — — 784 — 784 
Year ended December 31, 2021
Operating revenue - unaffiliated
$38,809 $82,919 12,655 $2,560 $— $136,943 
Operating revenue - affiliated
— — 12,776 7,690 (20,466)— 
Operating gain (loss)
2,753 3,061 1,684 (9)— 7,489 
Depreciation and amortization of property and equipment
— — — 668 — 668 
Year ended December 31, 2020
Operating revenue - unaffiliated
$36,699 $71,572 10,384 $2,153 $— $120,808 
Operating revenue - affiliated
— — 11,527 3,904 (15,431)— 
Operating gain (loss)
2,681 2,444 1,361 (126)— 6,360 
Depreciation and amortization of property and equipment
— — — 638 — 638 
Major Product Revenues The major product revenues for each of the reportable segments for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 are as follows:
202220212020
Commercial & Specialty Business
Managed care products$33,927 $31,564 $29,815 
Managed care services6,152 5,711 5,296 
Dental/Vision products and services1,434 1,363 1,231 
Other161 171 357 
Total Commercial & Specialty Business41,674 38,809 36,699 
Government Business
Managed care products96,322 82,519 71,188 
Managed care services488 400 384 
Total Government Business96,810 82,919 71,572 
CarelonRx
Pharmacy products and services28,526 25,431 21,911 
Other
Integrated health services12,274 9,645 5,787 
Other1,020 605 270 
Total Other Business13,294 10,250 6,057 
Eliminations
Eliminations(24,644)(20,466)(15,431)
Total product revenues$155,660 $136,943 $120,808 
Reconciliation Of Reportable Segment Operating Revenues To The Consolidated Statements Of Income
A reconciliation of reportable segments’ operating revenue to the amounts of total revenues included in our consolidated statements of income for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 is as follows:
202220212020
Reportable segments’ operating revenues$155,660 $136,943 $120,808 
Net investment income1,485 1,378 877 
Net (losses) gains on financial instruments(550)318 182 
Total revenues$156,595 $138,639 $121,867 
Reconciliation Of Reportable Segment Operating Gain To Income From Continuing Operations Before Income Taxes In The Consolidated Statements Of Income
A reconciliation of reportable segments’ operating gain to income before income tax expense included in our consolidated statements of income for the years ended December 31, 2022, 2021 and 2020 is as follows:
202220212020
Income before income tax expense$7,769 $7,925 $6,238 
Net investment income(1,485)(1,378)(877)
Net losses (gains) on financial instruments550 (318)(182)
Interest expense851 798 784 
Amortization of other intangible assets767 441 361 
Loss on extinguishment of debt— 21 36 
Reportable segments’ operating gain$8,452 $7,489 $6,360 
v3.22.4
Organization (Details)
individuals in Millions
Dec. 31, 2022
individuals
counties
states
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]  
Number of counties in the Kansas City area the Company does not serve | counties 30
Number of states in which the Company is licensed to conduct insurance operations | states 50
Number Of Medical Members Served | individuals 47.5
v3.22.4
Basis Of Presentation And Significant Accounting Policies (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Dec. 31, 2019
Basis Of Presentation And Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]        
Customer funds and cash and cash equivalents on deposit for regulatory requirements $ 258 $ 173    
Securities lending transactions, ratio of fair value of collateral on hold to fair value of securities on loan 102.00% 102.00%    
Premiums receivable, allowance for doubtful accounts $ 152 $ 142    
Self-funded receivables, allowance for doubtful accounts 68 50    
Other receivables, allowance for doubtful accounts $ 744 648    
Defined Benefit Plan, Alternative Method Used to Amortize Gain (Loss), Description We determine the expected return on plan assets using the calculated value of plan assets, which recognizes changes in the fair value of plan assets in a systematic manner over three years. We apply a corridor approach to amortize unrecognized actuarial gains or losses. Under this approach, only accumulated net actuarial gains or losses in excess of 10% of the greater of the projected benefit obligation or the fair value of plan assets are amortized over the average remaining service or lifetime of the workforce as a component of net periodic benefit cost.      
Employee stock purchase plan, purchase price per share as a percent of closing price 90.00%      
Advertising and marketing expense $ 511 588 $ 558  
Patient Protection Affordable Care Act Health Insurance Provider Fee, annual amount to be collected by the Government through assessments to all health insurers subject to the fee   15,523    
Patient Protection Affordable Care Act Health Insurance Provider Fee, amount paid   1,570    
Retained Earnings (Accumulated Deficit) 29,724 27,088    
Operating Lease, Impairment Loss 34 136 258  
Long-term debt 23,849 22,756    
Total shareholders' equity 36,307 36,060    
Retained Earnings [Member]        
Basis Of Presentation And Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]        
Total shareholders' equity $ 29,724 27,088 $ 23,802 $ 22,538
Accounting Standards Update 2020-06 | Cumulative Effect, Period of Adoption, Adjustment | Retained Earnings [Member]        
Basis Of Presentation And Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]        
Long-term debt   31    
Deferred Tax and Other Liabilities, Noncurrent   (8)    
Total shareholders' equity   $ (23)    
Leasehold Improvements [Member]        
Basis Of Presentation And Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]        
Property, Plant and Equipment, Depreciation Methods Leasehold improvements are depreciated over the term of the related lease.      
Minimum [Member] | Buildings and Improvements [Member]        
Basis Of Presentation And Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]        
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life 15 years      
Minimum [Member] | Computer Equipment and Software [Member]        
Basis Of Presentation And Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]        
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life 3 years      
Minimum [Member] | Internal-use software [Member]        
Basis Of Presentation And Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]        
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life 3 years      
Maximum [Member] | Buildings and Improvements [Member]        
Basis Of Presentation And Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]        
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life 30 years      
Maximum [Member] | Computer Equipment and Software [Member]        
Basis Of Presentation And Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]        
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life 5 years      
Maximum [Member] | Furniture And Other Equipment [Member]        
Basis Of Presentation And Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]        
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life 7 years      
Maximum [Member] | Internal-use software [Member]        
Basis Of Presentation And Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]        
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life 10 years      
v3.22.4
Business Acquisitions (Acquired tangible assets and liabilities) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Business Combination and Asset Acquisition [Abstract]    
Cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments $ 170 $ 808
Accounts receivable and other current assets 240 295
Property, equipment and other long-term assets 109 102
Medical claims and other policyholder liabilities payable (185) (571)
Accounts payable and other current liabilities (20) (179)
Other long-term liabilities (15) (6)
Deferred tax liabilities (32) (556)
Total net tangible assets $ 267 $ (107)
v3.22.4
Business Acquisitions (Intangible Assets Acquired) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Business Acquisition [Line Items]    
Total intangible assets $ 339 $ 1,597
State Medicaid Licenses [Member]    
Business Acquisition [Line Items]    
Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets Acquired 250 20
Customer-related [Member]    
Business Acquisition [Line Items]    
Finite-lived Intangible Assets Acquired $ 85 $ 1,313
Intangible assets amortization period, years 10 years 13 years
Provider And Hospital Relationships [Member]    
Business Acquisition [Line Items]    
Finite-lived Intangible Assets Acquired $ 2 $ 240
Intangible assets amortization period, years 15 years 14 years
Other [Member]    
Business Acquisition [Line Items]    
Finite-lived Intangible Assets Acquired $ 2 $ 24
Intangible assets amortization period, years 6 months 13 years
v3.22.4
Business Acquisitions (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Business Acquisition [Line Items]      
Goodwill, after measurement period adjustments $ 24,383 $ 24,228 $ 21,691
Government Business Segment [Member]      
Business Acquisition [Line Items]      
Goodwill, after measurement period adjustments 10,477 10,349 8,331
Other [Member]      
Business Acquisition [Line Items]      
Goodwill, after measurement period adjustments 2,236 2,227 $ 1,719
Series of Individually Immaterial Business Acquisitions [Member]      
Business Acquisition [Line Items]      
Total cash considerations 752    
Finite-lived Intangible Assets Acquired 89    
Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets Acquired 250    
Goodwill, Acquired During Period 145    
Series of Individually Immaterial Business Acquisitions [Member] | Acquisition Year, Prior Year      
Business Acquisition [Line Items]      
Total cash considerations   4,021  
Finite-lived Intangible Assets Acquired   1,577  
Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets Acquired   $ 20  
Goodwill, purchase accounting adjustments 10    
Goodwill, after measurement period adjustments 2,531    
Series of Individually Immaterial Business Acquisitions [Member] | Government Business Segment [Member] | Acquisition Year, Prior Year      
Business Acquisition [Line Items]      
Intangible Assets, Net (Including Goodwill) 3,333    
Series of Individually Immaterial Business Acquisitions [Member] | Other [Member] | Acquisition Year, Prior Year      
Business Acquisition [Line Items]      
Intangible Assets, Net (Including Goodwill) $ 795    
v3.22.4
Business Optimization Initiatives (Employee Termination Costs) (Details) - Employee Termination [Member]
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
USD ($)
Business Optimization Initiatives [Line Items]  
Liabilities for employee termination costs, beginning balance $ 122
Payments (39)
Releases (2)
Liabilities for employee termination costs, ending balance 81
CarelonRx Segment [Member]  
Business Optimization Initiatives [Line Items]  
Liabilities for employee termination costs, beginning balance 1
Payments 0
Releases 0
Liabilities for employee termination costs, ending balance 1
Other Segment [Member]  
Business Optimization Initiatives [Line Items]  
Liabilities for employee termination costs, beginning balance 3
Payments (1)
Releases (2)
Liabilities for employee termination costs, ending balance 0
Government Business [Member]  
Business Optimization Initiatives [Line Items]  
Liabilities for employee termination costs, beginning balance 57
Payments (18)
Releases 0
Liabilities for employee termination costs, ending balance 39
Commercial and Specialty Business [Member]  
Business Optimization Initiatives [Line Items]  
Liabilities for employee termination costs, beginning balance 61
Payments (20)
Releases 0
Liabilities for employee termination costs, ending balance $ 41
v3.22.4
Business Optimization Initiatives (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Business Optimization Initiatives [Line Items]      
Business optimization initiatives, incurred cost $ 39 $ 202 $ 653
Business Optimization, Incurred Cost, Statement of Income or Comprehensive Income [Extensible Enumeration] Selling, general and administrative expense Selling, general and administrative expense Selling, general and administrative expense
Employee Termination [Member]      
Business Optimization Initiatives [Line Items]      
Business optimization initiatives, incurred cost     $ 197
Releases $ (2)    
Property and Equipment Impairment and Abandonment [Member]      
Business Optimization Initiatives [Line Items]      
Business optimization initiatives, incurred cost 7 $ 66 198
Operating Lease Impairment and Abandonment [Member]      
Business Optimization Initiatives [Line Items]      
Business optimization initiatives, incurred cost 34 136 258
Commercial and Specialty Business [Member]      
Business Optimization Initiatives [Line Items]      
Business optimization initiatives, incurred cost 20 108 311
Commercial and Specialty Business [Member] | Employee Termination [Member]      
Business Optimization Initiatives [Line Items]      
Releases 0    
CarelonRx Segment [Member]      
Business Optimization Initiatives [Line Items]      
Business optimization initiatives, incurred cost 0 1 4
CarelonRx Segment [Member] | Employee Termination [Member]      
Business Optimization Initiatives [Line Items]      
Releases 0    
Other Segment [Member]      
Business Optimization Initiatives [Line Items]      
Business optimization initiatives, incurred cost 3 33 133
Other Segment [Member] | Employee Termination [Member]      
Business Optimization Initiatives [Line Items]      
Releases (2)    
Government Business [Member]      
Business Optimization Initiatives [Line Items]      
Business optimization initiatives, incurred cost 16 $ 60 $ 205
Government Business [Member] | Employee Termination [Member]      
Business Optimization Initiatives [Line Items]      
Releases $ 0    
v3.22.4
Investments (Current And Long-Term Investments, Available-For-Sale) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Investment [Line Items]    
Fixed Maturity Securities, Allowance for Credit Loss $ (9) $ (6)
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member]    
Investment [Line Items]    
Cost or Amortized Cost 29,015 26,257
Gross Unrealized Gains 76 830
Gross Unrealized Losses (2,378) (182)
Fixed Maturity Securities, Allowance for Credit Loss (9) (6)
Estimated Fair Value 26,704 26,899
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | United States Government Securities [Member]    
Investment [Line Items]    
Cost or Amortized Cost 1,502 1,443
Gross Unrealized Gains 2 7
Gross Unrealized Losses (103) (18)
Fixed Maturity Securities, Allowance for Credit Loss 0 0
Estimated Fair Value 1,401 1,432
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Government Sponsored Securities [Member]    
Investment [Line Items]    
Cost or Amortized Cost 82 65
Gross Unrealized Gains 1 4
Gross Unrealized Losses (5) (1)
Fixed Maturity Securities, Allowance for Credit Loss 0 0
Estimated Fair Value 78 68
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Foreign Government Securities [Member]    
Investment [Line Items]    
Cost or Amortized Cost 321 353
Gross Unrealized Gains 1 7
Gross Unrealized Losses (46) (13)
Fixed Maturity Securities, Allowance for Credit Loss (2) 0
Estimated Fair Value 274 347
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | States, Municipalities And Political Subdivisions, Tax-Exempt [Member]    
Investment [Line Items]    
Cost or Amortized Cost 4,389 5,321
Gross Unrealized Gains 19 310
Gross Unrealized Losses (265) (10)
Fixed Maturity Securities, Allowance for Credit Loss 0 0
Estimated Fair Value 4,143 5,621
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Corporate Securities [Member]    
Investment [Line Items]    
Cost or Amortized Cost 13,721 12,044
Gross Unrealized Gains 31 401
Gross Unrealized Losses (1,218) (78)
Fixed Maturity Securities, Allowance for Credit Loss (5) (4)
Estimated Fair Value 12,529 12,363
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities [Member]    
Investment [Line Items]    
Cost or Amortized Cost 2,978 2,492
Gross Unrealized Gains 9 48
Gross Unrealized Losses (324) (22)
Fixed Maturity Securities, Allowance for Credit Loss 0 0
Estimated Fair Value 2,663 2,518
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities [Member]    
Investment [Line Items]    
Cost or Amortized Cost 2,055 1,632
Gross Unrealized Gains 1 29
Gross Unrealized Losses (176) (16)
Fixed Maturity Securities, Allowance for Credit Loss (2) (2)
Estimated Fair Value 1,878 1,643
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Other Asset-Backed Securities [Member]    
Investment [Line Items]    
Cost or Amortized Cost 3,967 2,907
Gross Unrealized Gains 12 24
Gross Unrealized Losses (241) (24)
Fixed Maturity Securities, Allowance for Credit Loss 0 0
Estimated Fair Value $ 3,738 $ 2,907
v3.22.4
Investments (Aggregate Fair Value And Gross Unrealized Loss Of Fixed Maturity Securities In An Unrealized Loss Position) (Details) - Fixed Maturity Securities [Member]
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2022
USD ($)
securities
Dec. 31, 2021
USD ($)
securities
Investment [Line Items]    
Number of Securities, Less than 12 Months | securities 7,781 3,571
Estimated Fair Value, Less than 12 Months $ 16,035 $ 8,755
Gross unrealized loss, less than 12 months $ (1,071) $ (131)
Number of Securities, 12 Months or Greater | securities 4,060 686
Estimated Fair Value, 12 Months or Greater $ 7,537 $ 985
Gross unrealized loss, 12 Months or greater $ (1,307) $ (51)
United States Government Securities [Member]    
Investment [Line Items]    
Number of Securities, Less than 12 Months | securities 61 51
Estimated Fair Value, Less than 12 Months $ 701 $ 990
Gross unrealized loss, less than 12 months $ (40) $ (11)
Number of Securities, 12 Months or Greater | securities 38 27
Estimated Fair Value, 12 Months or Greater $ 442 $ 176
Gross unrealized loss, 12 Months or greater $ (63) $ (7)
Government Sponsored Securities [Member]    
Investment [Line Items]    
Number of Securities, Less than 12 Months | securities 39 0
Estimated Fair Value, Less than 12 Months $ 73 $ 0
Gross unrealized loss, less than 12 months $ (4) $ 0
Number of Securities, 12 Months or Greater | securities 6 1
Estimated Fair Value, 12 Months or Greater $ 5 $ 1
Gross unrealized loss, 12 Months or greater $ (1) $ (1)
Foreign Government Securities [Member]    
Investment [Line Items]    
Number of Securities, Less than 12 Months | securities 150 188
Estimated Fair Value, Less than 12 Months $ 100 $ 143
Gross unrealized loss, less than 12 months $ (10) $ (8)
Number of Securities, 12 Months or Greater | securities 198 68
Estimated Fair Value, 12 Months or Greater $ 142 $ 41
Gross unrealized loss, 12 Months or greater $ (36) $ (5)
States, Municipalities And Political Subdivisions, Tax-Exempt [Member]    
Investment [Line Items]    
Number of Securities, Less than 12 Months | securities 1,398 281
Estimated Fair Value, Less than 12 Months $ 2,615 $ 634
Gross unrealized loss, less than 12 months $ (147) $ (9)
Number of Securities, 12 Months or Greater | securities 396 8
Estimated Fair Value, 12 Months or Greater $ 652 $ 16
Gross unrealized loss, 12 Months or greater $ (118) $ (1)
Corporate Securities [Member]    
Investment [Line Items]    
Number of Securities, Less than 12 Months | securities 3,551 1,846
Estimated Fair Value, Less than 12 Months $ 7,826 $ 3,310
Gross unrealized loss, less than 12 months $ (549) $ (57)
Number of Securities, 12 Months or Greater | securities 2,204 403
Estimated Fair Value, 12 Months or Greater $ 3,521 $ 485
Gross unrealized loss, 12 Months or greater $ (669) $ (21)
Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities [Member]    
Investment [Line Items]    
Number of Securities, Less than 12 Months | securities 1,341 422
Estimated Fair Value, Less than 12 Months $ 1,435 $ 1,295
Gross unrealized loss, less than 12 months $ (121) $ (19)
Number of Securities, 12 Months or Greater | securities 496 63
Estimated Fair Value, 12 Months or Greater $ 982 $ 44
Gross unrealized loss, 12 Months or greater $ (203) $ (3)
Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities [Member]    
Investment [Line Items]    
Number of Securities, Less than 12 Months | securities 457 272
Estimated Fair Value, Less than 12 Months $ 1,082 $ 676
Gross unrealized loss, less than 12 months $ (76) $ (8)
Number of Securities, 12 Months or Greater | securities 324 66
Estimated Fair Value, 12 Months or Greater $ 719 $ 137
Gross unrealized loss, 12 Months or greater $ (100) $ (8)
Other Asset-Backed Securities [Member]    
Investment [Line Items]    
Number of Securities, Less than 12 Months | securities 784 511
Estimated Fair Value, Less than 12 Months $ 2,203 $ 1,707
Gross unrealized loss, less than 12 months $ (124) $ (19)
Number of Securities, 12 Months or Greater | securities 398 50
Estimated Fair Value, 12 Months or Greater $ 1,074 $ 85
Gross unrealized loss, 12 Months or greater $ (117) $ (5)
v3.22.4
Investments (Amortized Cost And Fair Value Of Fixed Maturity Securities, By Contractual Maturity) (Details) - Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Investment [Line Items]    
Due in one year or less, Estimated Fair Value $ 720  
Due after one year through five years, Estimated Fair Value 7,095  
Due after five years through ten years, Estimated Fair Value 8,703  
Due after ten years, Estimated Fair Value 5,645  
Mortgage-backed securities, Estimated Fair Value 4,541  
Available for sale securities Fair Value 26,704 $ 26,899
Due in one year or less, Amortized Cost 726  
Due after one year through five years, Amortized Cost 7,489  
Due after five years through ten years, Amortized Cost 9,512  
Due after ten years, Amortized Cost 6,255  
Mortgage-backed securities, Amortized Cost 5,033  
Available For Sale Securities, Amortized Cost $ 29,015 $ 26,257
v3.22.4
Investments (Current Equity Securities) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Equity Securities [Line Items]    
Equity Securities $ 953 $ 1,881
Exchange Traded Funds [Member]    
Equity Securities [Line Items]    
Equity Securities 822 1,750
Common Equity Securities [Member]    
Equity Securities [Line Items]    
Equity Securities 43 42
Private Equity Securities [Member]    
Equity Securities [Line Items]    
Equity Securities $ 88 $ 89
v3.22.4
Investments (Major Categories Of Net Investment Income) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Investment Income [Line Items]      
Investment income $ 1,528 $ 1,419 $ 915
Investment expense (43) (41) (38)
Net investment income 1,485 1,378 877
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member]      
Investment Income [Line Items]      
Investment income 971 755 725
Equity Securities [Member]      
Investment Income [Line Items]      
Investment income 48 43 71
Cash Equivalents [Member]      
Investment Income [Line Items]      
Investment income 77 5 28
Other Investments [Member]      
Investment Income [Line Items]      
Investment income $ 432 $ 616 $ 91
v3.22.4
Investments (Net Gains/Losses On Investments) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Investment [Line Items]      
Net (losses) gains on investments $ (630) $ 311 $ 184
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member]      
Investment [Line Items]      
Gross realized gains from sales 52 170 175
Gross realized losses from sales (469) (44) (105)
Impairment (losses) recoveries recognized in income (31) 1 (7)
Net realized gains on fixed maturity securities (448) 127 63
Equity Securities [Member]      
Investment [Line Items]      
Unrealized gains (losses) recognized in income on equity securities (78) 2 133
Net realized (losses) gains recognized on equity securities sold (102) (73) 61
Net (losses) gains on equity securities (180) (71) 194
Other Investments [Member]      
Investment [Line Items]      
Impairment (losses) recoveries recognized in income (34) (16) (91)
Gross gains from other investments 96 293 18
Gross losses from other investments (64) (22) 0
Net (losses) gains on other investments $ (2) $ 255 $ (73)
v3.22.4
Investments (Narrative) (Details)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
USD ($)
Dec. 31, 2021
USD ($)
Dec. 31, 2020
USD ($)
Investment [Line Items]      
Number of fixed maturity investments that did not produce income 8 2  
Securities on deposit under regulatory requirements $ 752 $ 632  
Accrued investment income 245 205  
Securities Loaned, Fair Value of Collateral $ 2,457 $ 2,155  
Securities lending transactions, ratio of fair value of collateral on hold to fair value of securities on loan 102.00% 102.00%  
Fixed Maturity Securities, Allowance for Credit Loss $ (9) $ (6)  
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member]      
Investment [Line Items]      
Proceeds 22,048 10,565 $ 11,122
Fixed Maturity Securities, Allowance for Credit Loss (9) (6)  
Third party investments      
Investment [Line Items]      
Future capital calls or investment obligations 1,504 1,558  
Rated notes      
Investment [Line Items]      
Future capital calls or investment obligations 185 329  
Maturity Overnight [Member] | Cash [Member]      
Investment [Line Items]      
Collateral received for securities loaned, at carrying value 2,221 1,874  
Maturity Overnight [Member] | United States Government Securities [Member]      
Investment [Line Items]      
Collateral received for securities loaned, at carrying value 224 281  
Maturity Overnight [Member] | Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities [Member]      
Investment [Line Items]      
Collateral received for securities loaned, at carrying value $ 12 $ 0  
v3.22.4
Derivative Financial Instruments (Notional Amounts, Balance Sheet Location And Estimated Fair Values Of Derivative Financial Instruments) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Derivative [Line Items]    
Derivative, Notional Amount $ 1,525 $ 1,407
Total derivative assets 33 47
Amounts netted (12) (21)
Net derivative assets 21 26
Total derivative liabilities (71) (29)
Amounts netted 12 21
Net derivative liabilities (59) (8)
Hedging Instruments [Member]    
Derivative [Line Items]    
Derivative, Notional Amount 1,125 825
Hedging Instruments [Member] | Other Noncurrent Assets [Member] | Interest Rate Swaps [Member]    
Derivative [Line Items]    
Derivative, Notional Amount 1,125 825
Total derivative assets 3 23
Total derivative liabilities (60) (5)
Non-Hedging Instruments [Member]    
Derivative [Line Items]    
Derivative, Notional Amount 400 582
Total derivative assets 30 24
Total derivative liabilities (11) (24)
Non-Hedging Instruments [Member] | Other Noncurrent Assets [Member] | Options [Member]    
Derivative [Line Items]    
Derivative, Notional Amount 0 100
Total derivative assets 1 0
Total derivative liabilities 0 0
Non-Hedging Instruments [Member] | Equity securities/other assets/other liabilities [Member] | Interest Rate Swaps [Member]    
Derivative [Line Items]    
Derivative, Notional Amount 5 119
Total derivative assets 0 0
Total derivative liabilities 0 (5)
Non-Hedging Instruments [Member] | Equity Securities [Member] | Collars [Member]    
Derivative [Line Items]    
Derivative, Notional Amount 19 19
Total derivative assets 23 21
Total derivative liabilities (9) (17)
Non-Hedging Instruments [Member] | Equity Securities [Member] | Futures [Member]    
Derivative [Line Items]    
Derivative, Notional Amount 358 344
Total derivative assets 2 3
Total derivative liabilities (2) $ (2)
Non-Hedging Instruments [Member] | Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Embedded Derivative Financial Instruments    
Derivative [Line Items]    
Derivative, Notional Amount 18  
Total derivative assets 4  
Total derivative liabilities $ 0  
v3.22.4
Derivative Financial Instruments (Summary Of Outstanding Fair Value Hedges) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Derivative [Line Items]    
Derivative, notional amount $ 1,525 $ 1,407
Interest Rate Swaps [Member]    
Derivative [Line Items]    
Derivative, notional amount 1,125 825
Interest Rate Swaps [Member] | Interest Rate Received Five Point Five Zero Percentage | 2022 [Member]    
Derivative [Line Items]    
Derivative, notional amount $ 150 0
Interest Rate Received 5.50%  
Expiration Date Apr. 15, 2032  
Interest Rate Swaps [Member] | Interest Rate Received Four Point One Zero One Percentage [Member] | 2022 [Member]    
Derivative [Line Items]    
Derivative, notional amount $ 75 0
Interest Rate Received 4.101%  
Expiration Date Sep. 01, 2027  
Interest Rate Swaps [Member] | Interest Rate Received Four Point One Zero One Percentage [Member] | 2020 [Member]    
Derivative [Line Items]    
Derivative, notional amount $ 75 $ 75
Interest Rate Received 4.101% 4.101%
Expiration Date Sep. 01, 2027  
Interest Rate Swaps [Member] | Interest Rate Received Four Point One Zero One Percentage [Member] | 2018 [Member]    
Derivative [Line Items]    
Derivative, notional amount $ 50 $ 50
Interest Rate Received 4.101% 4.101%
Expiration Date Sep. 01, 2027  
Interest Rate Swaps [Member] | Interest Rate Received Two Point Two Five Zero Percentage [Member] | 2022 [Member]    
Derivative [Line Items]    
Derivative, notional amount $ 75 $ 0
Interest Rate Received 2.25%  
Expiration Date Nov. 15, 2029  
Interest Rate Swaps [Member] | Interest Rate Received Two Point Two Five Zero Percentage [Member] | 2021 [Member]    
Derivative [Line Items]    
Derivative, notional amount $ 100 $ 100
Interest Rate Received 2.25% 2.25%
Expiration Date Nov. 15, 2029  
Interest Rate Swaps [Member] | Interest Rate Received Two Point Five Five Zero Percentage [Member] | 2021 [Member]    
Derivative [Line Items]    
Derivative, notional amount $ 150 $ 150
Interest Rate Received 2.55% 2.55%
Expiration Date Sep. 15, 2030  
Interest Rate Swaps [Member] | Interest Rate Received Three Point Three Zero Percentage [Member] | 2018 [Member]    
Derivative [Line Items]    
Derivative, notional amount $ 450 $ 450
Interest Rate Received 3.30% 3.30%
Expiration Date Jan. 15, 2023  
v3.22.4
Derivative Financial Instruments Derivative Financial Instruments (Fair Value Hedges, Financial Position) (Details) - Long-term Debt [Member] - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items]    
Derivative, Amount of Hedged Item $ 22,349 $ 21,157
Cumulative basis adjustments for fair value hedges $ (57) $ 18
v3.22.4
Derivative Financial Instruments (Effect Of Non-Hedging Derivatives On Income Statement And Included In Net Gains (Losses) On Investments) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]      
Derivative Gain (Loss) Recognized $ 80 $ 7 $ (2)
Net (losses) gains on financial instruments      
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]      
Derivative Gain (Loss) Recognized Net (losses) gains on financial instruments Net (losses) gains on financial instruments Net (losses) gains on financial instruments
Interest Rate Swaps [Member]      
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]      
Derivative Gain (Loss) Recognized $ (4) $ (4) $ (1)
Collars [Member]      
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]      
Derivative Gain (Loss) Recognized 10 4  
Options [Member]      
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]      
Derivative Gain (Loss) Recognized 13   (5)
Futures [Member]      
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]      
Derivative Gain (Loss) Recognized 64 $ 7 $ 4
Embedded Derivative Financial Instruments      
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]      
Derivative Gain (Loss) Recognized $ (3)    
v3.22.4
Derivative Financial Instruments (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items]    
Collateral received $ 57 $ 18
Cash Flow Hedging [Member]    
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items]    
Unrecognized losses for all terminated cash flow hedges included in accumulated other comprehensive loss 229 239
Total amount of amortization over the next twelve months for all cash flow hedges 13  
Cash Flow Hedging [Member] | Terminations [Domain]    
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items]    
Derivative, Notional Amount $ 700 $ 450
v3.22.4
Fair Value (Fair Value Measurements By Level For Assets Measured At Fair Value On A Recurring Basis) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Cash equivalents $ 3,567 $ 2,415
Equity Securities 953 1,881
Other invested assets, long-term 5,685 5,225
Securities lending collateral 2,457 2,155
Total assets 33,787 33,507
Total liabilities $ (60) $ (1)
Other Liabilities [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Derivative Liability, Statement of Financial Position [Extensible Enumeration] Other current liabilities, Other noncurrent liabilities Other current liabilities, Other noncurrent liabilities
Other Assets [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Derivative Asset, Statement of Financial Position [Extensible Enumeration] Other current assets, Other noncurrent assets Other current assets, Other noncurrent assets
Exchange Traded Funds [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Equity Securities $ 822 $ 1,750
Common Equity Securities [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Equity Securities 43 42
Private Equity Securities [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Equity Securities 88 89
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Estimated Fair Value 26,704 26,899
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | United States Government Securities [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Estimated Fair Value 1,401 1,432
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Government Sponsored Securities [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Estimated Fair Value 78 68
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Foreign Government Securities [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Estimated Fair Value 274 347
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | States, Municipalities And Political Subdivisions, Tax-Exempt [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Estimated Fair Value 4,143 5,621
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Corporate Securities [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Estimated Fair Value 12,529 12,363
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Estimated Fair Value 2,663 2,518
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Estimated Fair Value 1,878 1,643
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Other Asset-Backed Securities [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Estimated Fair Value 3,738 2,907
Equity Securities [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Equity Securities 953 1,881
Equity Securities [Member] | Exchange Traded Funds [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Equity Securities 822 1,750
Equity Securities [Member] | Common Equity Securities [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Equity Securities 43 42
Equity Securities [Member] | Private Equity Securities [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Equity Securities 88 89
Derivatives [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Derivative assets 3 19
Derivative liabilities (60) (1)
Other Investments [Member] | Common Equity Securities [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Other invested assets, long-term 103 138
Level I [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Cash equivalents 3,567 2,415
Total assets 4,494 4,311
Level I [Member] | Equity Securities [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Equity Securities 824 1,758
Level I [Member] | Equity Securities [Member] | Exchange Traded Funds [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Equity Securities 822 1,750
Level I [Member] | Equity Securities [Member] | Common Equity Securities [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Equity Securities 2 8
Level I [Member] | Other Investments [Member] | Common Equity Securities [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Other invested assets, long-term 103 138
Level II [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Securities lending collateral 2,457 2,155
Total assets 28,712 28,747
Total liabilities (60) (1)
Level II [Member] | Fixed Maturity Securities [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Estimated Fair Value 26,211 26,539
Level II [Member] | Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | United States Government Securities [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Estimated Fair Value 1,401 1,432
Level II [Member] | Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Government Sponsored Securities [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Estimated Fair Value 78 68
Level II [Member] | Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Foreign Government Securities [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Estimated Fair Value 274 347
Level II [Member] | Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | States, Municipalities And Political Subdivisions, Tax-Exempt [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Estimated Fair Value 4,143 5,621
Level II [Member] | Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Corporate Securities [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Estimated Fair Value 12,392 12,027
Level II [Member] | Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Estimated Fair Value 2,663 2,513
Level II [Member] | Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Estimated Fair Value 1,878 1,643
Level II [Member] | Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Other Asset-Backed Securities [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Estimated Fair Value 3,382 2,888
Level II [Member] | Equity Securities [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Equity Securities 41 34
Level II [Member] | Equity Securities [Member] | Common Equity Securities [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Equity Securities 41 34
Level II [Member] | Derivatives [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Derivative assets 3 19
Derivative liabilities (60) (1)
Level II [Member] | Other Investments [Member] | Common Equity Securities [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Other invested assets, long-term 0 0
Level III [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Total assets 581 449
Level III [Member] | Fixed Maturity Securities [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Estimated Fair Value 493 360
Level III [Member] | Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Corporate Securities [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Estimated Fair Value 137 336
Level III [Member] | Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Estimated Fair Value 0 5
Level III [Member] | Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Other Asset-Backed Securities [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Estimated Fair Value 356 19
Level III [Member] | Equity Securities [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Equity Securities 88 89
Level III [Member] | Equity Securities [Member] | Private Equity Securities [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Equity Securities 88 89
Level III [Member] | Other Investments [Member] | Common Equity Securities [Member]    
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
Other invested assets, long-term $ 0 $ 0
v3.22.4
Fair Value (Reconciliation Of The Beginning And Ending Balances Of Assets Measured At Fair Value On A Recurring Basis Using Level III Inputs) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation, Calculation [Roll Forward]      
Beginning balance $ 449 $ 392 $ 397
Gains (losses) recognized in net income $ (1) $ 19 $ (22)
Fair Value, Asset, Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation, Gain (Loss), Statement of Income or Comprehensive Income [Extensible Enumeration] Net Income Net Income Net Income
Gains (losses) recognized in accumulated other comprehensive loss/income $ (17) $ 3 $ (5)
Purchases 443 216 101
Sales (242) (22) (41)
Settlements (41) (157) (46)
Transfers into Level III 9 3 10
Transfers out of Level III (19) (5) (2)
Ending balance 581 449 392
Change in unrealized losses included in net income related to assets still held 0 18 (19)
Corporate Securities [Member]      
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation, Calculation [Roll Forward]      
Beginning balance 336 325 303
Gains (losses) recognized in net income 0 2 (3)
Gains (losses) recognized in accumulated other comprehensive loss/income (1) 3 (5)
Purchases 56 179 85
Sales (210) (18) (19)
Settlements (41) (157) (44)
Transfers into Level III 9 3 10
Transfers out of Level III (12) (1) (2)
Ending balance 137 336 325
Change in unrealized losses included in net income related to assets still held 0 0 0
Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities [Member]      
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation, Calculation [Roll Forward]      
Beginning balance 5 2 2
Gains (losses) recognized in net income 0 0 0
Gains (losses) recognized in accumulated other comprehensive loss/income 0 0 0
Purchases 0 4 0
Sales 0 0 0
Settlements 0 0 0
Transfers into Level III 0 0 0
Transfers out of Level III (5) (1) 0
Ending balance 0 5 2
Change in unrealized losses included in net income related to assets still held 0 0 0
Other Asset-Backed Securities [Member]      
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation, Calculation [Roll Forward]      
Beginning balance 19 5 7
Gains (losses) recognized in net income (1) 0 0
Gains (losses) recognized in accumulated other comprehensive loss/income (16) 0 0
Purchases 370 17 0
Sales (14) 0 0
Settlements 0 0 (2)
Transfers into Level III 0 0 0
Transfers out of Level III (2) (3) 0
Ending balance 356 19 5
Change in unrealized losses included in net income related to assets still held 0 0 0
Equity Securities [Member]      
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation, Calculation [Roll Forward]      
Beginning balance 89 60 85
Gains (losses) recognized in net income 0 17 (19)
Gains (losses) recognized in accumulated other comprehensive loss/income 0 0 0
Purchases 17 16 16
Sales (18) (4) (22)
Settlements 0 0 0
Transfers into Level III 0 0 0
Transfers out of Level III 0 0 0
Ending balance 88 89 60
Change in unrealized losses included in net income related to assets still held $ 0 $ 18 $ (19)
v3.22.4
Fair Value (Carrying and Fair Value By Level of Financial Instruments Not Recorded At Fair Value On Consolidated Balance Sheet) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]      
Other invested assets, long-term $ 5,685 $ 5,225  
Convertible debentures 63    
Gains (losses) recognized in net income (1) 19 $ (22)
Fair Value, Nonrecurring [Member]      
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]      
Other invested assets, long-term 5,582 5,087  
Short-term borrowings 265 275  
Commercial paper   300  
Notes 23,786 22,384  
Convertible debentures 63 72  
Fair Value, Recurring [Member]      
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]      
Other invested assets, long-term 5,582 5,087  
Short-term borrowings 265 275  
Commercial paper   300  
Notes 21,861 25,150  
Convertible debentures 463 687  
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | Level I [Member]      
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]      
Short-term borrowings   0  
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | Level II [Member]      
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]      
Other invested assets, long-term 0 0  
Short-term borrowings 265 275  
Commercial paper   300  
Notes 21,861 25,150  
Convertible debentures 463 687  
Fair Value, Recurring [Member] | Level III [Member]      
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]      
Other invested assets, long-term 5,582 5,087  
Short-term borrowings 0 0  
Commercial paper   0  
Notes 0 0  
Convertible debentures $ 0 $ 0  
v3.22.4
Income Taxes(Components Of Deferred Income Taxes) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Deferred tax assets relating to:    
Accrued expenses $ 379 $ 511
Bad debt reserves 301 246
Insurance reserves 147 156
Lease liabilities 200 216
Retirement liabilities 173 170
Deferred compensation 34 35
Federal and state operating loss carryforwards 208 201
Deferred Tax Assets, Investments 340 0
Other 267 207
Total deferred tax assets 2,049 1,742
Deferred Tax Assets, Valuation Allowance (203) (212)
Deferred Tax Assets, Net of Valuation Allowance 1,846 1,530
Deferred tax liabilities relating to:    
Federal and state intangible assets 2,059 2,071
Non-U.S intangible assets 380 452
Capitalized software 601 777
Depreciation and amortization 62 45
Investments basis 0 295
Retirement assets 317 314
Lease right-of-use assets 123 126
Prepaid expenses 201 152
Total deferred tax liabilities 3,743 4,232
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Net $ 1,897 $ 2,702
v3.22.4
Income Taxes (Components Of Provision For Income Taxes) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Current tax expense:      
Federal $ 1,469 $ 1,467 $ 1,724
Current Foreign Tax Expense (Benefit) 98 18 7
State and local 179 165 461
Total current tax expense 1,746 1,650 2,192
Deferred tax expense (benefit) 4 180 (526)
Total income tax expense $ 1,750 $ 1,830 $ 1,666
v3.22.4
Income Taxes (Reconciliation Of Income Tax Expense Computed At The Statutory Federal Income Tax Rate) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]      
Amount at statutory rate, amount $ 1,631 $ 1,664 $ 1,310
Amount at statutory rate, percent 21.00% 21.00% 21.00%
State and local income taxes net of federal tax expense/benefit, amount $ 238 $ 258 $ 235
State and local income taxes net of federal tax expense/benefit, percent 3.00% 3.30% 3.80%
Tax exempt interest and dividends received deduction, amount $ (19) $ (22) $ (22)
Tax exempt interest and dividends received deduction, percent (0.20%) (0.30%) (0.40%)
Health Insurance Provider fee, amount $ 0 $ 0 $ 330
Health Insurance Provider fee, percent 0.00% 0.00% 5.30%
Basis adjustments from recent acquisitions, amount $ 0 $ 0 $ (110)
Basis adjustments from recent acquisitions, percent 0.00% 0.00% (1.80%)
Other, net amount $ (100) $ (70) $ (77)
Other, net percent (1.30%) (0.90%) (1.20%)
Total income tax expense $ 1,750 $ 1,830 $ 1,666
Total income tax expense, percent 22.50% 23.10% 26.70%
v3.22.4
Income Taxes (Change In The Carrying Amount Of Gross Unrecognized Tax Benefits From Uncertain Tax Positions) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Change in carrying amount of gross unrecognized tax benefits from uncertain tax positions    
Balance at January 1 $ 271 $ 249
Additions for tax positions related to current year 22 10
Additions for tax positions related to prior years 57 17
Reductions related to tax positions of prior years (1) (5)
Balance at December 31 $ 349 $ 271
v3.22.4
Income Taxes (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($)
$ / shares in Units, $ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Dec. 31, 2017
Income Tax Contingency [Line Items]        
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Net $ 1,897 $ 2,702    
Income tax expense $ 1,750 $ 1,830 $ 1,666  
Income tax expense (benefit) per diluted share $ 7.21 $ 7.41 $ 6.55  
Effective Income Tax Reconciliation Patient Protection Affordable Care Act Health Insurance Provider Fee $ 0 $ 0 $ 330  
Unrecognized tax benefits that would impact effective tax rate in future periods, if recognized 328 250    
Unrecognized tax benefits that would impact additional paid-in capital in future periods, if recognized 2      
Protective state income tax refund claims filed 92     $ 310
Net interest expense (benefit) 13 9 7  
Interest accrued 55 42    
Income Taxes Receivable 440 173    
Income Taxes Paid 1,594 1,299 $ 1,790  
Minimum [Member]        
Income Tax Contingency [Line Items]        
Unrecognized tax benefit change reasonably possible due to tax settlements - lower amount 33      
Maximum [Member]        
Income Tax Contingency [Line Items]        
Unrecognized tax benefit change reasonably possible due to tax settlements - lower amount 143      
Health Insurance Provider fee [Member]        
Income Tax Contingency [Line Items]        
Income tax expense (benefit) per diluted share     $ 1.30  
Effective Income Tax Reconciliation Patient Protection Affordable Care Act Health Insurance Provider Fee     $ 330  
Indefinite Carryforward Period | Federal [Member]        
Income Tax Contingency [Line Items]        
Net operating loss carry forwards 109      
Limited Carryforward Period | Federal [Member]        
Income Tax Contingency [Line Items]        
Net operating loss carry forwards $ 160      
Earliest Tax Year [Member] | Federal [Member]        
Income Tax Contingency [Line Items]        
Operating Loss Carryforwards, Expiration Date Jan. 01, 2032      
Earliest Tax Year [Member] | State [Member]        
Income Tax Contingency [Line Items]        
Operating Loss Carryforwards, Expiration Date Jan. 01, 2023      
Latest Tax Year [Member] | Federal [Member]        
Income Tax Contingency [Line Items]        
Operating Loss Carryforwards, Expiration Date Dec. 31, 2042      
Latest Tax Year [Member] | State [Member]        
Income Tax Contingency [Line Items]        
Operating Loss Carryforwards, Expiration Date Dec. 31, 2042      
Other Noncurrent Assets [Member]        
Income Tax Contingency [Line Items]        
Deferred Tax Assets, Net $ 137 103    
Deferred tax liabilities, net [Member]        
Income Tax Contingency [Line Items]        
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Net $ 2,034 $ 2,805    
v3.22.4
Property And Equipment (Summary Of Property And Equipment) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Property and equipment, gross $ 7,119 $ 8,259
Accumulated depreciation and amortization (2,803) (4,340)
Property and equipment, net 4,316 3,919
Computer Software, Purchased and Internally Developed [Member]    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Property and equipment, gross 5,604 6,115
Computer Equipment, Furniture and Other Equipment [Member]    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Property and equipment, gross 828 1,314
Leasehold Improvements [Member]    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Property and equipment, gross 648 641
Buildings and Improvements [Member]    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Property and equipment, gross 38 172
Land and Improvements [Member]    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Property and equipment, gross $ 1 $ 17
v3.22.4
Property And Equipment (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]      
Depreciation expense $ 123 $ 136 $ 176
Amortization expense on computer software and leasehold improvements 661 532 462
Computer software amortization 599 485 412
Capitalized costs related to the internal development of software 5,354 5,626  
Impairment of property and equipment $ 7 $ 73 $ 198
v3.22.4
Goodwill And Other Intangible Assets (Summary Of The Change In The Carrying Amount Of Goodwill By Reportable Segment) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Change in the carrying amount of goodwill by reportable segment    
Goodwill, Beginning Balance $ 24,228 $ 21,691
Adjustments 155 2,537
Goodwill, Ending Balance 24,383 24,228
Accumulated impairment as of December 31 0  
Commercial and Specialty Business [Member]    
Change in the carrying amount of goodwill by reportable segment    
Goodwill, Beginning Balance 11,593 11,593
Adjustments 18 0
Goodwill, Ending Balance 11,611 11,593
Accumulated impairment as of December 31 0  
Government Business [Member]    
Change in the carrying amount of goodwill by reportable segment    
Goodwill, Beginning Balance 10,349 8,331
Adjustments 128 2,018
Goodwill, Ending Balance 10,477 10,349
Accumulated impairment as of December 31 0  
CarelonRx Segment [Member]    
Change in the carrying amount of goodwill by reportable segment    
Goodwill, Beginning Balance 59 48
Adjustments 0 11
Goodwill, Ending Balance 59 59
Accumulated impairment as of December 31 0  
Other [Member]    
Change in the carrying amount of goodwill by reportable segment    
Goodwill, Beginning Balance 2,227 1,719
Adjustments 9 508
Goodwill, Ending Balance 2,236 $ 2,227
Accumulated impairment as of December 31 $ 0  
v3.22.4
Goodwill And Other Intangible Assets (Components Of Other Intangible Assets) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Intangible Assets [Line Items]    
Gross Carrying Amount, Finite Lived Intangibles $ 7,127 $ 6,532
Accumulated Amortization, Finite Lived Intangibles (4,279) (3,506)
Net Carrying Amount, Finite Lived Intangibles 2,848 3,026
Gross Carrying Amount, Indefinite Lived Intangibles 7,467 7,589
Net Carrying Amount, Indefinite Lived Intangibles 7,467 7,589
Gross Carrying Amount, Total Intangible Assets 14,594 14,121
Accumulated Amortization, Total Intangible Assets (4,279) (3,506)
Net Carrying Amount, Total Intangible Assets 10,315 10,615
Blue Cross And Blue Shield And Other Trademarks [Member]    
Intangible Assets [Line Items]    
Gross Carrying Amount, Indefinite Lived Intangibles 5,991 6,299
Net Carrying Amount, Indefinite Lived Intangibles 5,991 6,299
State Medicaid Licenses [Member]    
Intangible Assets [Line Items]    
Gross Carrying Amount, Indefinite Lived Intangibles 1,476 1,290
Net Carrying Amount, Indefinite Lived Intangibles 1,476 1,290
Customer Relationships [Member]    
Intangible Assets [Line Items]    
Gross Carrying Amount, Finite Lived Intangibles 5,791 5,598
Accumulated Amortization, Finite Lived Intangibles (3,693) (3,236)
Net Carrying Amount, Finite Lived Intangibles 2,098 2,362
Provider And Hospital Relationships [Member]    
Intangible Assets [Line Items]    
Gross Carrying Amount, Finite Lived Intangibles 326 324
Accumulated Amortization, Finite Lived Intangibles (146) (129)
Net Carrying Amount, Finite Lived Intangibles 180 195
Other [Member]    
Intangible Assets [Line Items]    
Gross Carrying Amount, Finite Lived Intangibles 1,010 610
Accumulated Amortization, Finite Lived Intangibles (440) (141)
Net Carrying Amount, Finite Lived Intangibles $ 570 $ 469
v3.22.4
Goodwill And Other Intangible Assets (Narrative) (Details)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
USD ($)
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]  
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Period Increase (Decrease) $ 308
Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets, Period Increase (Decrease) (308)
Estimated amortization expense 2023 806
Estimated amortization expense 2024 370
Estimated amortization expense 2025 311
Estimated amortization expense 2026 258
Estimated amortization expense 2027 $ 221
v3.22.4
Retirement Benefits (Reconciliation Of The Benefit Obligation) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Pension Benefits [Member]      
Reconciliation of benefit obligation      
Benefit obligation at beginning of year $ 1,859 $ 2,009  
Service cost 0 0  
Interest cost 52 34 $ 47
Plan participant contributions 0 0  
Actuarial loss (gain) (362) (33)  
Settlements (74) (90)  
Benefits paid (60) (61)  
Benefit obligation at end of year 1,415 1,859 2,009
Other Benefits [Member]      
Reconciliation of benefit obligation      
Benefit obligation at beginning of year 343 399  
Service cost 0 1 1
Interest cost 7 5 10
Plan participant contributions 17 17  
Actuarial loss (gain) (54) (31)  
Settlements 0 0  
Benefits paid (36) (48)  
Benefit obligation at end of year $ 277 $ 343 $ 399
v3.22.4
Retirement Benefits (Changes In Fair Value Of Plan Assets) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Pension Benefits [Member]    
Change in fair value of plan assets    
Beginning balance $ 2,216 $ 2,186
Actual return on plan assets (352) 174
Employer contributions 4 7
Plan participant contributions 0 0
Settlements (74) (90)
Benefits paid (60) (61)
Ending balance 1,734 2,216
Other Benefits [Member]    
Change in fair value of plan assets    
Beginning balance 371 391
Actual return on plan assets (61) 33
Employer contributions 0 0
Plan participant contributions 17 17
Settlements 0 (29)
Benefits paid (28) (41)
Ending balance $ 299 $ 371
v3.22.4
Retirement Benefits (Net Amount Included In Consolidated Balance Sheets) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Pension Benefits [Member]    
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]    
Noncurrent assets $ 363 $ 415
Current liabilities (6) (6)
Noncurrent liabilities (38) (52)
Net amount at December 31 319 357
Other Benefits [Member]    
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]    
Noncurrent assets 22 28
Current liabilities 0 0
Noncurrent liabilities 0 0
Net amount at December 31 $ 22 $ 28
v3.22.4
Retirement Benefits (Net Amounts Included In Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss That Have Not Been Recognized As Components Of Net Periodic Benefit Costs) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Pension Benefits [Member]    
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]    
Net actuarial (loss) gain $ (672) $ (625)
Prior service cost (credit) 0 0
Net amount before tax at December 31 (672) (625)
Other Benefits [Member]    
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]    
Net actuarial (loss) gain 5 36
Prior service cost (credit) 3 8
Net amount before tax at December 31 $ 8 $ 44
v3.22.4
Retirement Benefits (Weighted-Average Assumptions Used In Calculating The Benefit Obligations For All Plans) (Details)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Pension Benefits [Member]    
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]    
Discount rate 5.18% 2.70%
Rate of compensation increase 3.00% 3.00%
Expected rate of return on plan assets 6.58% 5.02%
Interest Crediting Rate 4.25% 3.82%
Other Benefits [Member]    
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]    
Discount rate 5.12% 2.49%
Rate of compensation increase 3.00% 3.00%
Expected rate of return on plan assets 6.57% 6.43%
Interest Crediting Rate 3.89% 1.56%
v3.22.4
Retirement Benefits (Components Of Net Periodic Benefit Cost (Benefit Credit) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]      
Settlement loss $ 28 $ 26 $ 29
Settlement Loss, Statement of Income or Comprehensive Income Location Selling, general and administrative expense Selling, general and administrative expense Selling, general and administrative expense
Pension Benefits [Member]      
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]      
Service cost $ 0 $ 0  
Interest cost 52 34 $ 47
Expected return on assets (101) (134) (138)
Recognized actuarial loss 16 25 24
Settlement loss 28 26 29
Net periodic benefit credit (5) (49) (38)
Other Benefits [Member]      
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]      
Service cost 0 1 1
Interest cost 7 5 10
Expected return on assets (26) (26) (25)
Amortization of prior service credit (4) (4) (7)
Net periodic benefit credit $ (23) $ (24) $ (21)
v3.22.4
Retirement Benefits (Weighted-Average Assumptions Used In Calculating Net Periodic Benefit Cost For All Plans) (Details)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Pension Benefits [Member]      
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]      
Discount rate 2.70% 2.24% 3.11%
Rate of compensation increase 3.00% 3.00% 3.00%
Expected rate of return on plan assets 5.02% 6.72% 7.33%
Interest crediting rate 3.82% 3.82% 3.82%
Other Benefits [Member]      
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]      
Discount rate 2.49% 1.99% 2.93%
Rate of compensation increase 3.00% 3.00% 3.00%
Expected rate of return on plan assets 6.43% 6.60% 7.00%
Interest crediting rate 1.56% 0.87% 1.81%
v3.22.4
Retirement Benefits (Fair Values Of Pension Benefit Assets And Other Benefit Assets By Asset Category And Level Inputs) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Dec. 31, 2019
Level III [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Total pension benefit assets $ 424 $ 517 $ 512 $ 469
Insurance Company Contracts [Member] | Level III [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Total pension benefit assets 154 179 189 175
Life Insurance Contracts [Member] | Level III [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Total pension benefit assets 270 338 323 $ 294
Pension Benefits [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Total pension benefit assets 1,734 2,216 2,186  
Pension Benefits [Member] | Level I [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Total pension benefit assets 673 935    
Pension Benefits [Member] | Level II [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Total pension benefit assets 800 978    
Pension Benefits [Member] | Level III [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Total pension benefit assets 154 179    
Pension Benefits [Member] | U.S. Securities [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 489 682    
Pension Benefits [Member] | U.S. Securities [Member] | Level I [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 489 682    
Pension Benefits [Member] | U.S. Securities [Member] | Level II [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 0 0    
Pension Benefits [Member] | U.S. Securities [Member] | Level III [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 0 0    
Pension Benefits [Member] | Foreign Securities [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 145 204    
Pension Benefits [Member] | Foreign Securities [Member] | Level I [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 145 204    
Pension Benefits [Member] | Foreign Securities [Member] | Level II [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 0 0    
Pension Benefits [Member] | Foreign Securities [Member] | Level III [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 0 0    
Pension Benefits [Member] | Mutual Funds [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 39 49    
Pension Benefits [Member] | Mutual Funds [Member] | Level I [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 39 49    
Pension Benefits [Member] | Mutual Funds [Member] | Level II [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 0 0    
Pension Benefits [Member] | Mutual Funds [Member] | Level III [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 0 0    
Pension Benefits [Member] | Government Securities [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 247 395    
Pension Benefits [Member] | Government Securities [Member] | Level I [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 0 0    
Pension Benefits [Member] | Government Securities [Member] | Level II [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 247 395    
Pension Benefits [Member] | Government Securities [Member] | Level III [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 0 0    
Pension Benefits [Member] | Corporate Securities [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 275 379    
Pension Benefits [Member] | Corporate Securities [Member] | Level I [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 0 0    
Pension Benefits [Member] | Corporate Securities [Member] | Level II [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 275 379    
Pension Benefits [Member] | Corporate Securities [Member] | Level III [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 0 0    
Pension Benefits [Member] | Asset-Backed Securities [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 185 98    
Pension Benefits [Member] | Asset-Backed Securities [Member] | Level I [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 0 0    
Pension Benefits [Member] | Asset-Backed Securities [Member] | Level II [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 185 98    
Pension Benefits [Member] | Asset-Backed Securities [Member] | Level III [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 0 0    
Pension Benefits [Member] | Commingled fund        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 93 106    
Pension Benefits [Member] | Commingled fund | Level I [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Total pension benefit assets   0    
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 0      
Pension Benefits [Member] | Commingled fund | Level II [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 93 106    
Pension Benefits [Member] | Commingled fund | Level III [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Total pension benefit assets   0    
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 0      
Pension Benefits [Member] | Insurance Company Contracts [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 154 179    
Pension Benefits [Member] | Insurance Company Contracts [Member] | Level I [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 0 0    
Pension Benefits [Member] | Insurance Company Contracts [Member] | Level II [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 0 0    
Pension Benefits [Member] | Insurance Company Contracts [Member] | Level III [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 154 179    
Pension Benefits [Member] | Total Plan Assets Excluding Partnership Investments [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 1,627 2,092    
Pension Benefits [Member] | Partnership investments [Member] | Fair Value Measured at Net Asset Value Per Share [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 71 78    
Pension Benefits [Member] | Total Plan Assets Excluding Cash, Investment Income Receivable And Amounts Due (To) From Brokers [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 1,698 2,170    
Other Benefits [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Total pension benefit assets 299 371 $ 391  
Other Benefits [Member] | U.S. Securities [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 7 10    
Other Benefits [Member] | U.S. Securities [Member] | Level I [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 7 10    
Other Benefits [Member] | U.S. Securities [Member] | Level II [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 0 0    
Other Benefits [Member] | U.S. Securities [Member] | Level III [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 0 0    
Other Benefits [Member] | Foreign Securities [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 1 2    
Other Benefits [Member] | Foreign Securities [Member] | Level I [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 1 2    
Other Benefits [Member] | Foreign Securities [Member] | Level II [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 0 0    
Other Benefits [Member] | Foreign Securities [Member] | Level III [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 0 0    
Other Benefits [Member] | Mutual Funds [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 17 24    
Other Benefits [Member] | Mutual Funds [Member] | Level I [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 17 24    
Other Benefits [Member] | Mutual Funds [Member] | Level II [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 0 0    
Other Benefits [Member] | Mutual Funds [Member] | Level III [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 0 0    
Other Benefits [Member] | Government Securities [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 3 4    
Other Benefits [Member] | Government Securities [Member] | Level I [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 0 0    
Other Benefits [Member] | Government Securities [Member] | Level II [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 3 4    
Other Benefits [Member] | Government Securities [Member] | Level III [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 0 0    
Other Benefits [Member] | Corporate Securities [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 3 4    
Other Benefits [Member] | Corporate Securities [Member] | Level I [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 0 0    
Other Benefits [Member] | Corporate Securities [Member] | Level II [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 3 4    
Other Benefits [Member] | Corporate Securities [Member] | Level III [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 0 0    
Other Benefits [Member] | Asset-Backed Securities [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 3 3    
Other Benefits [Member] | Asset-Backed Securities [Member] | Level I [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 0 0    
Other Benefits [Member] | Asset-Backed Securities [Member] | Level II [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 3 3    
Other Benefits [Member] | Asset-Backed Securities [Member] | Level III [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 0 0    
Other Benefits [Member] | Commingled fund        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 2 2    
Other Benefits [Member] | Commingled fund | Level I [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 0 0    
Other Benefits [Member] | Commingled fund | Level II [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 2 2    
Other Benefits [Member] | Commingled fund | Level III [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 0 0    
Other Benefits [Member] | Life Insurance Contracts [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 270 338    
Other Benefits [Member] | Life Insurance Contracts [Member] | Level I [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 0 0    
Other Benefits [Member] | Life Insurance Contracts [Member] | Level II [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 0 0    
Other Benefits [Member] | Life Insurance Contracts [Member] | Level III [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 270 338    
Other Benefits [Member] | Investment In DOL 103-12 Trust [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 10 11    
Other Benefits [Member] | Investment In DOL 103-12 Trust [Member] | Level I [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 0 0    
Other Benefits [Member] | Investment In DOL 103-12 Trust [Member] | Level II [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 10 11    
Other Benefits [Member] | Investment In DOL 103-12 Trust [Member] | Level III [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 0 0    
Other Benefits [Member] | Total Plan Assets Excluding Cash, Investment Income Receivable And Amounts Due (To) From Brokers [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Defined Benefit Plan, Plan Assets, Investment within Plan Asset Category, Amount 316 398    
Other Benefits [Member] | Total Plan Assets Excluding Cash, Investment Income Receivable And Amounts Due (To) From Brokers [Member] | Level I [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Total pension benefit assets 25 36    
Other Benefits [Member] | Total Plan Assets Excluding Cash, Investment Income Receivable And Amounts Due (To) From Brokers [Member] | Level II [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Total pension benefit assets 21 24    
Other Benefits [Member] | Total Plan Assets Excluding Cash, Investment Income Receivable And Amounts Due (To) From Brokers [Member] | Level III [Member]        
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]        
Total pension benefit assets $ 270 $ 338    
v3.22.4
Retirement Benefits (Reconciliation Of The Beginning And Ending Balances Of Plan Assets Measured At Fair Value Using Level III Inputs) (Details) - Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 [Member] - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Change in Fair Value of Plan Assets, Level III Reconciliation      
Beginning balance $ 517 $ 512 $ 469
Actual return on plan assets, relating to assets still held at the reporting date (75) 20 36
Purchases 9 5 15
Sales (27) (20) (8)
Ending balance 424 517 512
Insurance Company Contracts [Member]      
Change in Fair Value of Plan Assets, Level III Reconciliation      
Beginning balance 179 189 175
Actual return on plan assets, relating to assets still held at the reporting date (22) (6) 7
Purchases 9 5 15
Sales (12) (9) (8)
Ending balance 154 179 189
Life Insurance Contracts [Member]      
Change in Fair Value of Plan Assets, Level III Reconciliation      
Beginning balance 338 323 294
Actual return on plan assets, relating to assets still held at the reporting date (53) 26 29
Purchases 0 0 0
Sales (15) (11) 0
Ending balance $ 270 $ 338 $ 323
v3.22.4
Retirement Benefits (Estimated Future Payments For Pension Benefits And Other Benefits) (Details)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2022
USD ($)
Pension Benefits [Member]  
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]  
2023 $ 125
2024 120
2025 118
2026 116
2027 113
2028 - 2032 526
Other Benefits [Member]  
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]  
2023 32
2024 30
2025 29
2026 28
2027 27
2028 - 2032 $ 110
v3.22.4
Retirement Benefits (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]      
Settlement loss $ 28 $ 26 $ 29
Net amount of assets (liabilities) of cash, investment income receivable and amounts due to/from brokers, excluded from fair values of pension benefit assets and other benefit assets 36 48  
Claims settlements to be paid from other benefit assets 17 29  
Contributions made to 401k retirement benefit plans 275 241 221
Pension Benefits [Member]      
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]      
Accumulated benefit obligation for the defined benefit pension plans 1,413 1,857  
Projected benefit obligation 44    
Accumulated benefit obligation 0    
Defined Benefit Plan, Pension Plan with Projected Benefit Obligation in Excess of Plan Assets, Projected Benefit Obligation 44    
Defined Benefit Plan, Pension Plan with Projected Benefit Obligation in Excess of Plan Assets, Plan Assets 0    
Settlement loss 28 26 29
Payment for Pension and Other Postretirement Benefits $ 4 7 $ 7
Pre-Medicare [Member] | Other Benefits [Member]      
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]      
Assumed health care cost trend rate to be used for next year to measure expected cost of other benefits 8.00%    
Ultimate health care cost trend rate 4.50%    
Year in which ultimate trend rate reached 2035    
Post-Medicare [Member] | Other Benefits [Member]      
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]      
Assumed health care cost trend rate to be used for next year to measure expected cost of other benefits 6.50%    
Ultimate health care cost trend rate 4.50%    
Year in which ultimate trend rate reached 2035    
Equity Securities [Member]      
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]      
Weighted-average target allocation for plan assets 37.00%    
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member]      
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]      
Weighted-average target allocation for plan assets 58.00%    
All Other Investments [Member]      
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]      
Weighted-average target allocation for plan assets 5.00%    
Partnership investments [Member]      
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]      
Defined Benefit Plan, Unfunded Commitment $ 2 $ 3  
v3.22.4
Medical Claims Payable (Reconciliation Of The Beginning And Ending Balances For Medical Claims Payable) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Medical Claims Payable [Line Items]      
Gross medical claims payable, beginning of year $ 13,282 $ 11,135 $ 8,647
Ceded medical claims payable, beginning of year (21) (46) (33)
Net medical claims payable, beginning of year 13,261 11,089 8,614
Business combinations and purchase adjustments 133 420 339
Current Year Claims and Claims Adjustment Expense 113,414 100,440 85,094
Net incurred medical claims in prior years redundancies (869) (1,703) (637)
Total net incurred medical claims 112,545 98,737 84,457
Net payments attributable to current year medical claims 98,997 88,156 74,629
Net payments attributable to prior years medical claims 11,600 8,829 7,692
Total net payments 110,597 96,985 82,321
Net medical claims payable, end of year 15,342 13,261 11,089
Ceded medical claims payable, end of year 6 21 46
Gross medical claims payable, end of year 15,348 13,282 11,135
Commercial and Specialty Business Segment [Member]      
Medical Claims Payable [Line Items]      
Gross medical claims payable, beginning of year 3,847 3,294 3,039
Ceded medical claims payable, beginning of year (13) (13) (14)
Net medical claims payable, beginning of year 3,834 3,281 3,025
Business combinations and purchase adjustments 3 0  
Current Year Claims and Claims Adjustment Expense 30,067 28,132 24,894
Net incurred medical claims in prior years redundancies (154) (465) (375)
Total net incurred medical claims 29,913 27,667 24,519
Net payments attributable to current year medical claims 26,274 24,502 21,736
Net payments attributable to prior years medical claims 3,362 2,612 2,527
Total net payments 29,636 27,114 24,263
Net medical claims payable, end of year 4,114 3,834 3,281
Ceded medical claims payable, end of year 5 13 13
Gross medical claims payable, end of year 4,119 3,847 3,294
Government Business Segment [Member]      
Medical Claims Payable [Line Items]      
Gross medical claims payable, beginning of year 9,157 7,646 5,608
Ceded medical claims payable, beginning of year (8) (33) (19)
Net medical claims payable, beginning of year 9,149 7,613 5,589
Business combinations and purchase adjustments 130 375 141
Current Year Claims and Claims Adjustment Expense 81,795 70,670 58,912
Net incurred medical claims in prior years redundancies (630) (1,222) (262)
Total net incurred medical claims 81,165 69,448 58,650
Net payments attributable to current year medical claims 71,463 62,233 51,602
Net payments attributable to prior years medical claims 8,052 6,054 5,165
Total net payments 79,515 68,287 56,767
Net medical claims payable, end of year 10,929 9,149 7,613
Ceded medical claims payable, end of year 1 8 33
Gross medical claims payable, end of year 10,930 9,157 7,646
Other Segment [Member]      
Medical Claims Payable [Line Items]      
Gross medical claims payable, beginning of year 278 195 0
Ceded medical claims payable, beginning of year 0 0 0
Net medical claims payable, beginning of year 278 195 0
Business combinations and purchase adjustments 0 45 198
Current Year Claims and Claims Adjustment Expense 1,552 1,638 1,288
Net incurred medical claims in prior years redundancies (85) (16) 0
Total net incurred medical claims 1,467 1,622 1,288
Net payments attributable to current year medical claims 1,260 1,421 1,291
Net payments attributable to prior years medical claims 186 163 0
Total net payments 1,446 1,584 1,291
Net medical claims payable, end of year 299 278 195
Ceded medical claims payable, end of year 0 0 0
Gross medical claims payable, end of year $ 299 $ 278 $ 195
v3.22.4
Medical Claims Payable ((Favorable) Unfavorable Developments By Changes In Key Assumptions) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Medical Claims Payable [Abstract]      
Assumed trend factors $ (859) $ (1,429) $ (599)
Assumed completion factors (10) (274) (38)
Total $ (869) $ (1,703) $ (637)
v3.22.4
Medical Claims Payable (Reconciliation of Net Incurred Medical Claims to Benefit Expense) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Reconciliation of Net Incurred Medical Claims to Benefit Expense [Line Items]      
Net incurred medical claims $ 112,545 $ 98,737 $ 84,457
Quality improvement and other claims expense 3,942 3,908 3,588
Benefit expense 116,487 102,645 88,045
Commercial and Specialty Business Segment [Member]      
Reconciliation of Net Incurred Medical Claims to Benefit Expense [Line Items]      
Net incurred medical claims 29,913 27,667 24,519
Government Business Segment [Member]      
Reconciliation of Net Incurred Medical Claims to Benefit Expense [Line Items]      
Net incurred medical claims 81,165 69,448 58,650
Other Segment [Member]      
Reconciliation of Net Incurred Medical Claims to Benefit Expense [Line Items]      
Net incurred medical claims $ 1,467 $ 1,622 $ 1,288
v3.22.4
Medical Claims Payable (Incurred and Paid Claims Development, Net of Reinsurance) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Claims Development [Line Items]      
Cumulative incurred claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance $ 305,246    
Cumulative paid claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance 289,904    
Commercial and Specialty Business [Member]      
Claims Development [Line Items]      
Cumulative incurred claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance 85,128    
Cumulative paid claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance 81,014    
Commercial and Specialty Business [Member] | Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Claim Year 2020 and Prior [Member]      
Claims Development [Line Items]      
Cumulative incurred claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance 27,101 $ 27,080 $ 27,545
Cumulative paid claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance 27,049 26,876 24,263
Commercial and Specialty Business [Member] | Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Claim Year 2021 [Member]      
Claims Development [Line Items]      
Cumulative incurred claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance 27,957 28,132  
Cumulative paid claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance 27,691 24,502  
Commercial and Specialty Business [Member] | Short-Duration Insurance Contract, Claim Year 2022 [Member]      
Claims Development [Line Items]      
Cumulative incurred claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance 30,070    
Cumulative paid claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance 26,274    
Government Business Segment [Member]      
Claims Development [Line Items]      
Cumulative incurred claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance 215,498    
Cumulative paid claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance 204,569    
Government Business Segment [Member] | Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Claim Year 2020 and Prior [Member]      
Claims Development [Line Items]      
Cumulative incurred claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance 63,123 63,158 64,379
Cumulative paid claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance 62,981 62,821 56,767
Government Business Segment [Member] | Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Claim Year 2021 [Member]      
Claims Development [Line Items]      
Cumulative incurred claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance 70,450 71,045  
Cumulative paid claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance 70,125 62,233  
Government Business Segment [Member] | Short-Duration Insurance Contract, Claim Year 2022 [Member]      
Claims Development [Line Items]      
Cumulative incurred claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance 81,925    
Cumulative paid claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance 71,463    
Other Segment [Member]      
Claims Development [Line Items]      
Cumulative incurred claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance 4,620    
Cumulative paid claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance 4,321    
Other Segment [Member] | Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Claim Year 2020 and Prior [Member]      
Claims Development [Line Items]      
Cumulative incurred claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance 1,459 1,470 1,486
Cumulative paid claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance 1,458 1,454 $ 1,292
Other Segment [Member] | Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Claim Year 2021 [Member]      
Claims Development [Line Items]      
Cumulative incurred claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance 1,609 1,683  
Cumulative paid claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance 1,603 $ 1,421  
Other Segment [Member] | Short-Duration Insurance Contract, Claim Year 2022 [Member]      
Claims Development [Line Items]      
Cumulative incurred claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance 1,552    
Cumulative paid claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance $ 1,260    
v3.22.4
Medical Claims Payable (Reconciliation Of The Claims Development To The Claims Liability) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Dec. 31, 2019
Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Reconciliation of Claims Development to Liability [Line Items]        
Cumulative incurred claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance $ 305,246      
Cumulative paid claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance 289,904      
Net medical claims payable, end of year 15,342      
Ceded medical claims payable, end of year 6 $ 21 $ 46 $ 33
Insurance lines other than short duration 248      
Gross medical claims payable, end of year 15,596 13,518    
Commercial and Specialty Business Segment [Member]        
Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Reconciliation of Claims Development to Liability [Line Items]        
Cumulative incurred claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance 85,128      
Cumulative paid claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance 81,014      
Net medical claims payable, end of year 4,114      
Ceded medical claims payable, end of year 5 13 13 14
Insurance lines other than short duration 0      
Gross medical claims payable, end of year 4,119      
Government Business Segment [Member]        
Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Reconciliation of Claims Development to Liability [Line Items]        
Cumulative incurred claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance 215,498      
Cumulative paid claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance 204,569      
Net medical claims payable, end of year 10,929      
Ceded medical claims payable, end of year 1 8 33 19
Insurance lines other than short duration 248      
Gross medical claims payable, end of year 11,178      
Other Segment [Member]        
Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Reconciliation of Claims Development to Liability [Line Items]        
Cumulative incurred claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance 4,620      
Cumulative paid claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance 4,321      
Net medical claims payable, end of year 299      
Ceded medical claims payable, end of year 0 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
Insurance lines other than short duration 0      
Gross medical claims payable, end of year $ 299      
v3.22.4
Medical Claims Payable (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Claims Development [Line Items]      
Net incurred medical claims in prior years redundancies $ (869) $ (1,703) $ (637)
Commercial and Specialty Business Segment [Member]      
Claims Development [Line Items]      
Net incurred medical claims in prior years redundancies (154) (465) (375)
Government Business Segment [Member]      
Claims Development [Line Items]      
Net incurred medical claims in prior years redundancies (630) (1,222) (262)
Other Segment [Member]      
Claims Development [Line Items]      
Net incurred medical claims in prior years redundancies (85) $ (16) $ 0
Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Claim Year 2020 and Prior [Member] | Commercial and Specialty Business Segment [Member]      
Claims Development [Line Items]      
Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Incurred but Not Reported (IBNR) Claims Liability, Net $ 52    
Short-duration Insurance Contract, Cumulative Number of Reported Claims 80    
Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Claim Year 2020 and Prior [Member] | Government Business Segment [Member]      
Claims Development [Line Items]      
Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Incurred but Not Reported (IBNR) Claims Liability, Net $ 142    
Short-duration Insurance Contract, Cumulative Number of Reported Claims 251    
Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Claim Year 2020 and Prior [Member] | Other Segment [Member]      
Claims Development [Line Items]      
Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Incurred but Not Reported (IBNR) Claims Liability, Net $ 1    
Short-duration Insurance Contract, Cumulative Number of Reported Claims 29    
Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Claim Year 2021 [Member] | Commercial and Specialty Business Segment [Member]      
Claims Development [Line Items]      
Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Incurred but Not Reported (IBNR) Claims Liability, Net $ 266    
Short-duration Insurance Contract, Cumulative Number of Reported Claims 87    
Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Claim Year 2021 [Member] | Government Business Segment [Member]      
Claims Development [Line Items]      
Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Incurred but Not Reported (IBNR) Claims Liability, Net $ 325    
Short-duration Insurance Contract, Cumulative Number of Reported Claims 325    
Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Claim Year 2021 [Member] | Other Segment [Member]      
Claims Development [Line Items]      
Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Incurred but Not Reported (IBNR) Claims Liability, Net $ 6    
Short-duration Insurance Contract, Cumulative Number of Reported Claims 28    
Short-Duration Insurance Contract, Claim Year 2022 [Member] | Commercial and Specialty Business Segment [Member]      
Claims Development [Line Items]      
Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Incurred but Not Reported (IBNR) Claims Liability, Net $ 3,796    
Short-duration Insurance Contract, Cumulative Number of Reported Claims 81    
Short-Duration Insurance Contract, Claim Year 2022 [Member] | Government Business Segment [Member]      
Claims Development [Line Items]      
Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Incurred but Not Reported (IBNR) Claims Liability, Net $ 10,462    
Short-duration Insurance Contract, Cumulative Number of Reported Claims 298    
Short-Duration Insurance Contract, Claim Year 2022 [Member] | Other Segment [Member]      
Claims Development [Line Items]      
Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Incurred but Not Reported (IBNR) Claims Liability, Net $ 292    
Short-duration Insurance Contract, Cumulative Number of Reported Claims 25    
v3.22.4
Debt (Carrying Value Of Long-Term Debt) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 01, 2022
Nov. 04, 2022
May 16, 2022
Apr. 29, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Mar. 17, 2021
May 05, 2020
Oct. 09, 2012
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                  
Long-term debt $ 23,849         $ 22,756      
Current portion of long-term debt (1,500)         (1,599)      
Long-term debt, less current portion 22,349         21,157      
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 2.950% due 2022 [Member]                  
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                  
Long-term debt $ 0         749      
Interest rate on long-term debt 2.95% 2.95%              
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 3.125%, due 2022 [Member]                  
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                  
Long-term debt $ 0         850      
Interest rate on long-term debt 3.125%     3.125%          
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 3.300%, due 2023 [Member]                  
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                  
Long-term debt $ 1,000         1,014      
Interest rate on long-term debt 3.30%                
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | .0450% due 2023 [Member]                  
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                  
Long-term debt $ 500         499      
Interest rate on long-term debt 0.45%           0.45%    
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 3.350% due 2024 [Member]                  
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                  
Long-term debt $ 849         848      
Interest rate on long-term debt 3.35%                
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 3.500%, due 2024 [Member]                  
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                  
Long-term debt $ 798         797      
Interest rate on long-term debt 3.50%                
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 2.375%, due 2025 [Member]                  
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                  
Long-term debt $ 1,252         1,253      
Interest rate on long-term debt 2.375%                
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 5.350% due 2025 [Member]                  
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                  
Long-term debt $ 398         0      
Interest rate on long-term debt 5.35%   5.35%            
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 1.500% due 2026 [Member]                  
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                  
Long-term debt $ 746         745      
Interest rate on long-term debt 1.50%           1.50%    
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 3.650% due 2027 [Member]                  
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                  
Long-term debt $ 1,592         1,592      
Interest rate on long-term debt 3.65%                
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 4.101%, due 2028 [Member]                  
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                  
Long-term debt $ 1,234         1,251      
Interest rate on long-term debt 4.101%                
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 2.875%, due 2029 [Member]                  
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                  
Long-term debt $ 820         820      
Interest rate on long-term debt 2.875%                
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 2.250%, due 2030 [Member]                  
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                  
Long-term debt $ 1,071         1,089      
Interest rate on long-term debt 2.25%             2.25%  
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 2.550% due 2031 [Member]                  
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                  
Long-term debt $ 968         992      
Interest rate on long-term debt 2.55%           2.55%    
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 4.100% due 2032 [Member]                  
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                  
Long-term debt $ 595         0      
Interest rate on long-term debt 4.10%       4.10%        
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 5.500% due 2032 [Member]                  
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                  
Long-term debt $ 644         0      
Interest rate on long-term debt 5.50%   5.50%            
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 5.950%, due 2034 [Member]                  
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                  
Long-term debt $ 334         334      
Interest rate on long-term debt 5.95%                
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 5.850%, due 2036 [Member]                  
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                  
Long-term debt $ 396         396      
Interest rate on long-term debt 5.85%                
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 6.375%, due 2037 [Member]                  
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                  
Long-term debt $ 364         364      
Interest rate on long-term debt 6.375%                
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 5.800%, due 2040 [Member]                  
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                  
Long-term debt $ 114         114      
Interest rate on long-term debt 5.80%                
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 4.625%, due 2042 [Member]                  
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                  
Long-term debt $ 859         859      
Interest rate on long-term debt 4.625%                
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 4.650%, due 2043 [Member]                  
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                  
Long-term debt $ 974         974      
Interest rate on long-term debt 4.65%                
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 4.650%, due 2044 [Member]                  
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                  
Long-term debt $ 767         767      
Interest rate on long-term debt 4.65%                
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 5.100%, due 2044 [Member]                  
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                  
Long-term debt $ 548         548      
Interest rate on long-term debt 5.10%                
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 4.375% due 2047 [Member]                  
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                  
Long-term debt $ 1,388         1,387      
Interest rate on long-term debt 4.375%                
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 4.550%, due 2048 [Member]                  
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                  
Long-term debt $ 840         839      
Interest rate on long-term debt 4.55%                
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 3.700%, due 2049 [Member]                  
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                  
Long-term debt $ 812         812      
Interest rate on long-term debt 3.70%                
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 3.125% due 2050 [Member]                  
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                  
Long-term debt $ 988         987      
Interest rate on long-term debt 3.125%             3.125%  
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 3.600% due 2051 [Member]                  
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                  
Long-term debt $ 1,233         1,232      
Interest rate on long-term debt 3.60%           3.60%    
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 4.550% due 2052 [Member]                  
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                  
Long-term debt $ 689         0      
Interest rate on long-term debt 4.55%       4.55%        
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 6.100% due 2052 [Member]                  
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                  
Long-term debt $ 741         0      
Interest rate on long-term debt 6.10%   6.10%            
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 4.850%, due 2054 [Member]                  
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                  
Long-term debt $ 247         247      
Interest rate on long-term debt 4.85%                
Surplus Notes [Member] | 9.000%, due 2027 [Member]                  
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                  
Long-term debt $ 25         25      
Interest rate on long-term debt 9.00%                
Senior Convertible Debentures [Member] | 2.750%, due 2042 [Member]                  
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                  
Long-term debt $ 63         72      
Interest rate on long-term debt 2.75%               2.75%
Commercial Paper [Member]                  
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                  
Commercial paper $ 0         $ 300      
v3.22.4
Debt (Convertible Debenture Terms) (Details)
$ / shares in Units, $ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
USD ($)
$ / shares
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]  
Outstanding principal amount $ 63
Net debt carrying amount $ 63
Conversion rate (shares of common stock per $1,000 of principal amount) 14.3238
Effective conversion price (per $1,000 of principal amount) per share | $ / shares $ 69.8139
v3.22.4
Debt (Narrative) (Details)
12 Months Ended
Feb. 13, 2023
Oct. 15, 2022
Apr. 18, 2022
USD ($)
May 15, 2021
USD ($)
Oct. 02, 2012
$ / shares
Dec. 31, 2022
USD ($)
$ / shares
Dec. 31, 2021
USD ($)
Dec. 31, 2020
USD ($)
Feb. 08, 2023
USD ($)
Dec. 01, 2022
USD ($)
Nov. 04, 2022
USD ($)
May 16, 2022
USD ($)
Apr. 29, 2022
USD ($)
Mar. 17, 2021
USD ($)
Nov. 23, 2020
USD ($)
Aug. 17, 2020
USD ($)
May 05, 2020
USD ($)
Dec. 31, 2019
USD ($)
Sep. 09, 2019
USD ($)
Oct. 09, 2012
USD ($)
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                                        
Long-term debt face amount           $ 63,000,000                            
Gain (loss) on extinguishment of debt           $ 0 $ (21,000,000) $ (36,000,000)                        
Debt Instrument, Convertible, Conversion Ratio, Shares           14.3238                            
Debt Instrument, Convertible, Conversion Price | $ / shares           $ 69.8139                            
Repayments of Long-term Debt           $ 1,899,000,000 1,068,000,000 1,932,000,000                        
Interest paid           878,000,000 822,000,000 794,000,000                        
Future maturities of debt in 2023           1,500,000,000                            
Future maturities of debt in 2024           1,647,000,000                            
Future maturities of debt in 2025           1,650,000,000                            
Future maturities of debt in 2026           746,000,000                            
Future maturities of debt in 2027           1,592,000,000                            
Future maturities of debt Thereafter           16,714,000,000                            
Long-term debt           23,849,000,000 22,756,000,000                          
Total shareholders' equity           36,307,000,000 36,060,000,000                          
Retained Earnings [Member]                                        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                                        
Total shareholders' equity           29,724,000,000 27,088,000,000 23,802,000,000                   $ 22,538,000,000    
Cumulative Effect, Period of Adoption, Adjustment | Accounting Standards Update 2020-06 | Retained Earnings [Member]                                        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                                        
Long-term debt             31,000,000                          
Deferred Tax and Other Liabilities, Noncurrent             (8,000,000)                          
Total shareholders' equity             (23,000,000)                          
5-Year Facility [Member] | Revolving Credit Facility [Member]                                        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                                        
Credit facility, maximum borrowing capacity     $ 4,000,000,000       2,500,000,000                          
2021 364-Day Facility                                        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                                        
Line of Credit Facility, Description     Also on April 18, 2022, concurrently with the amendment and restatement of the 5-Year Facility, we terminated our 364-day senior revolving credit facility that provided for credit in the amount of $1,000, which was scheduled to mature in June 2022                                  
2021 364-Day Facility | Revolving Credit Facility [Member]                                        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                                        
Credit facility, maximum borrowing capacity           $ 1,000,000,000                            
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 3.700%, due 2021 [Member]                                        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                                        
Debt instrument interest rate       3.70%                                
Debt, Redemption amount       $ 700,000,000                                
Debt Instrument, Redemption, Description       at a redemption price equal to 100% of the aggregate principal amount of the notes being redeemed, plus accrued and unpaid interest.                                
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 2.950% due 2022 [Member]                                        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                                        
Debt instrument interest rate           2.95%       2.95%                    
Repurchased face amount                   $ 750,000,000                    
Long-term debt           $ 0 749,000,000                          
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | .0450% due 2023 [Member]                                        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                                        
Debt instrument interest rate           0.45%               0.45%            
Long-term debt face amount                           $ 500,000,000            
Long-term debt           $ 500,000,000 499,000,000                          
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 1.500% due 2026 [Member]                                        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                                        
Debt instrument interest rate           1.50%               1.50%            
Long-term debt face amount                           $ 750,000,000            
Long-term debt           $ 746,000,000 745,000,000                          
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 2.550% due 2031 [Member]                                        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                                        
Debt instrument interest rate           2.55%               2.55%            
Long-term debt face amount                           $ 1,000,000,000            
Long-term debt           $ 968,000,000 992,000,000                          
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 3.600% due 2051 [Member]                                        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                                        
Debt instrument interest rate           3.60%               3.60%            
Long-term debt face amount                           $ 1,250,000,000            
Long-term debt           $ 1,233,000,000 1,232,000,000                          
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 2.500% due 2020 [Member]                                        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                                        
Debt instrument interest rate                             2.50%          
Repurchased face amount                             $ 900,000,000          
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 4.350%, due 2020 [Member]                                        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                                        
Debt instrument interest rate                               4.35%        
Repurchased face amount                               $ 700,000,000        
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 2.375%, due 2025 [Member]                                        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                                        
Debt instrument interest rate                                 2.375%   2.375%  
Long-term debt face amount                                 $ 400,000,000   $ 850,000,000  
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 2.250%, due 2030 [Member]                                        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                                        
Debt instrument interest rate           2.25%                     2.25%      
Long-term debt face amount                                 $ 1,100,000,000      
Long-term debt           $ 1,071,000,000 1,089,000,000                          
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 3.125% due 2050 [Member]                                        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                                        
Debt instrument interest rate           3.125%                     3.125%      
Long-term debt face amount                                 $ 1,000,000,000      
Long-term debt           $ 988,000,000 987,000,000                          
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 3.125%, due 2022 [Member]                                        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                                        
Debt instrument interest rate           3.125%           3.125%                
Repurchased face amount                       $ 850,000,000                
Long-term debt           $ 0 850,000,000                          
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 4.100% due 2032 [Member]                                        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                                        
Debt instrument interest rate           4.10%             4.10%              
Long-term debt face amount                         $ 600,000,000              
Long-term debt           $ 595,000,000 0                          
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 5.350% due 2025 [Member]                                        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                                        
Debt instrument interest rate           5.35%         5.35%                  
Long-term debt face amount                     $ 400,000,000                  
Long-term debt           $ 398,000,000 0                          
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 5.500% due 2032 [Member]                                        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                                        
Debt instrument interest rate           5.50%         5.50%                  
Long-term debt face amount                     $ 650,000,000                  
Long-term debt           $ 644,000,000 0                          
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 4.550% due 2052 [Member]                                        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                                        
Debt instrument interest rate           4.55%             4.55%              
Long-term debt face amount                         $ 700,000,000              
Long-term debt           $ 689,000,000 0                          
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 6.100% due 2052 [Member]                                        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                                        
Debt instrument interest rate           6.10%         6.10%                  
Long-term debt face amount                     $ 750,000,000                  
Long-term debt           $ 741,000,000 0                          
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 4.900 % due 2026 [Member] | Subsequent Event [Member]                                        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                                        
Debt instrument interest rate                 4.90%                      
Long-term debt face amount                 $ 500,000,000                      
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 4.750% due 2033 [Member] | Subsequent Event [Member]                                        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                                        
Debt instrument interest rate                 4.75%                      
Long-term debt face amount                 $ 1,000,000,000                      
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 5.125% due 2053 [Member] | Subsequent Event [Member]                                        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                                        
Debt instrument interest rate                 5.125%                      
Long-term debt face amount                 $ 1,100,000,000                      
Other senior unsecured notes [Member]                                        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                                        
Extinguishment of Debt, Amount           52,000,000 79,000,000                          
Early repayment of senior debt           67,000,000 109,000,000                          
Gain (loss) on extinguishment of debt           15,000,000 (30,000,000)                          
Commercial Paper [Member]                                        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                                        
Commercial paper authorized           4,000,000,000 3,500,000,000                          
Commercial paper           $ 0 $ 300,000,000                          
Weighted average interest rate on commercial paper borrowings             0.15%                          
Senior Convertible Debentures [Member] | 2.750%, due 2042 [Member]                                        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                                        
Debt instrument interest rate           2.75%                           2.75%
Long-term debt face amount           $ 1,000                           $ 1,500,000,000
Gain (loss) on extinguishment of debt             $ (6,000,000) (6,000,000)                        
Number of trading days in 30 day period greater than 130%           20                            
Number of trading days exceeding 130%           30 days                            
Product of Conversion to Stock Price           130.00%                            
Measurement Period for testing           10 days                            
Percent of Conversion Price to Closing Price           98.00%                            
Earliest Date for Conversion           Apr. 15, 2042                            
Maturity date on long-term debt           Oct. 15, 2042                            
Date debentures redeemable at our option           Oct. 20, 2022                            
Debt Instrument, Convertible, Conversion Ratio, Shares         13.2319                              
Conversion premium (%)         25.00%                              
Closing Price Company Stock | $ / shares         $ 60.46 $ 512.97                            
Debt Instrument, Convertible, Conversion Price | $ / shares         $ 75.575                              
Aggregate principal amount of convertible debentures surrendered for conversion           $ 41,000,000 54,000,000 56,000,000                        
Repayments of Long-term Debt           299,000,000 302,000,000 222,000,000                        
If-converted value per dollar above the conversion price           402,000,000                            
Interest expense           2,000,000 4,000,000 6,000,000                        
Interest expense resulting from the stated interest rate           2,000,000 3,000,000 5,000,000                        
Interest expense resulting from amortization of the debt discount           0 1,000,000 $ 1,000,000                        
Long-Term Debt, Contingent Payment of Principal or Interest   The Debentures also have a contingent interest feature that requires us to pay additional interest based on certain thresholds and for certain events, as defined in the Indenture, beginning on October 15, 2022. As of October 15, 2022, one of these events had occurred and contingent interest began accruing on the Debentures at a rate of 0.50% of the average trading price of a Debenture for the ten consecutive trading days ended October 14, 2022. Contingent interest will be payable on April 15, 2023, to holders of the Debentures as of the April 1, 2023 record date.                                    
Long-term debt           63,000,000 72,000,000                          
Senior Convertible Debentures [Member] | 2.750%, due 2042 [Member] | Subsequent Event [Member]                                        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                                        
Debt Instrument, Redemption Price, Percentage 100.00%                                      
Debt Instrument, Redemption Period, End Date Mar. 15, 2023                                      
Federal Home Loan Bank Advances [Member]                                        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                                        
Short-term FHLB borrowings outstanding           $ 265,000,000 275,000,000                          
Debt instrument interest rate           4.24%                            
Subsidiary Credit Facilities                                        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                                        
Credit facility, maximum borrowing capacity           $ 200,000,000                            
Short-term borrowings             $ 0                          
Revolving Credit Facility [Member]                                        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]                                        
Debt Instrument, Covenant Description           Our ability to borrow under the 5-Year Facility is subject to compliance with certain covenants, including covenants requiring us to maintain a defined debt-to-capital ratio of not more than 60%, subject to increase in certain circumstances set forth in the credit agreement for the 5-Year Facility.                            
Debt Instrument, Covenant Compliance           As of December 31, 2022, our debt-to-capital ratio, as defined and calculated under the 5-Year Facility, was 39.9%. We do not believe the restrictions contained in our 5-Year Facility covenants materially affect our financial or operating flexibility. As of December 31, 2022, we were in compliance with all of our debt covenants under the 5-Year Facility.                            
v3.22.4
Commitments And Contingencies (Details)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
USD ($)
Commitments And Contingencies [Line Items]  
Estimate of possible loss on loss contingencies $ 596
Gross premium tax rate, state of California 2.35%
Long-term Purchase Commitment, Amount $ 761
Loss Contingency Accrual, Payments 506
Minimum [Member]  
Commitments And Contingencies [Line Items]  
Estimate of possible loss on loss contingencies 0
Maximum [Member]  
Commitments And Contingencies [Line Items]  
Estimate of possible loss on loss contingencies 250
Anthem, Inc. v. Express Scripts, Inc. [Member]  
Commitments And Contingencies [Line Items]  
Proceeds originally recevied from divestiture of business 4,675
Anthem, Inc. v. Express Scripts, Inc. [Member] | Pharmacy pricing [Member]  
Commitments And Contingencies [Line Items]  
Approximate amount of damages sought for operational breaches 14,800
Anthem, Inc. v. Express Scripts, Inc. [Member] | Operational [Member]  
Commitments And Contingencies [Line Items]  
Approximate amount of damages sought for operational breaches $ 158
v3.22.4
Capital Stock (Summary Of Stock Option Activity) (Details)
$ / shares in Units, shares in Millions, $ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
USD ($)
$ / shares
shares
Number of Shares  
Outstanding at beginning of period, Number of Shares | shares 2.9
Granted, Number of Shares | shares 0.5
Exercised, Number of Shares | shares (0.5)
Forfeited or expired, Number of Shares | shares (0.1)
Outstanding at end of period, Number of Shares | shares 2.8
Exercisable at end of period, Number of Shares | shares 1.6
Weighted-Average Option Price per Share  
Outstanding at beginning of period, Weighted-Average Option Price per Share | $ / shares $ 255.50
Granted, Weighted-Average Option Price per Share | $ / shares 452.67
Exercised, Weighted-Average Option Price per Share | $ / shares 242.79
Forfeited or expired, Weighted-Average Option Price per Share | $ / shares 339.20
Outstanding at end of period, Weighted-Average Option Price per Share | $ / shares 293.28
Exercisable at end of period, Weighted-Average Option Price per Share | $ / shares $ 239.89
Outstanding at end of period, Weighted-Average Remaining Contractual Life 6 years 4 months 6 days
Exercisable at end of period, Weighted-Average Remaining Contractual Life 5 years 1 month 20 days
Outstanding at end of period, Aggregate Intrinsic Value | $ $ 622
Exercisable at end of period, Aggregate Intrinsic Value | $ $ 448
v3.22.4
Capital Stock (Nonvested Restricted Stock Activity Including Restricted Stock Units) (Details) - $ / shares
shares in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Restricted Stock Shares and Units      
Nonvested at beginning of period, Restricted Stock Shares and Units 1.3    
Granted, Restricted Stock Shares and Units 0.6    
Vested, Restricted Stock Shares and Units (0.6)    
Forfeited, Restricted Stock Shares and Units (0.1)    
Nonvested at end of period, Restricted Stock Shares and Units 1.2 1.3  
Weighted-Average Grant Date Fair Value per Share      
Nonvested at beginning of period, Weighted-Average Grant Date Fair Value per Share $ 299.65    
Granted, Weighted-Average Grant Date Fair Value per Share 453.70 $ 317.70 $ 272.37
Vested, Weighted-Average Grant Date Fair Value per Share 301.89    
Forfeited, Weighted-Average Grant Date Fair Value Per Share 347.73    
Nonvested at end of period, Weighted-Average Grant Date Fair Value per Share $ 357.21 $ 299.65  
v3.22.4
Capital Stock (Weighted-Average Assumptions Used to Estimate the Fair Value of Options Granted) (Details)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Banking Regulation, Total Capital [Abstract]      
Risk-free interest rate 1.97% 1.44% 1.30%
Volatility factor 29.00% 30.00% 26.00%
Dividend yield (annual) 1.10% 1.50% 1.40%
Weighted-average expected life (years) 5 years 1 month 6 days 5 years 6 months 4 years 3 months 18 days
v3.22.4
Capital Stock (Weighted-Average Fair Values) (Details) - $ / shares
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Banking Regulation, Total Capital [Abstract]      
Options granted during the year $ 116.92 $ 79.91 $ 54.05
Restricted stock and stock awards granted during the year $ 453.70 $ 317.70 $ 272.37
v3.22.4
Capital Stock (Cash Dividend Activity) (Details) - USD ($)
$ / shares in Units, $ in Millions
3 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Sep. 30, 2022
Jun. 30, 2022
Mar. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Sep. 30, 2021
Jun. 30, 2021
Mar. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Dividends, Cash [Abstract]                      
Declaration Date Oct. 18, 2022 Jul. 19, 2022 Apr. 19, 2022 Jan. 25, 2022 Oct. 19, 2021 Jul. 20, 2021 Apr. 20, 2021 Jan. 26, 2021      
Record Date Dec. 05, 2022 Sep. 09, 2022 Jun. 10, 2022 Mar. 10, 2022 Dec. 03, 2021 Sep. 10, 2021 Jun. 10, 2021 Mar. 10, 2021      
Payment Date Dec. 21, 2022 Sep. 23, 2022 Jun. 24, 2022 Mar. 25, 2022 Dec. 21, 2021 Sep. 24, 2021 Jun. 25, 2021 Mar. 25, 2021      
Cash Dividend per Share $ 1.28 $ 1.28 $ 1.28 $ 1.28 $ 1.13 $ 1.13 $ 1.13 $ 1.13      
Total $ 305 $ 306 $ 309 $ 309 $ 273 $ 276 $ 278 $ 277 $ 1,229 $ 1,104 $ 954
v3.22.4
Capital Stock (Share Repurchases) (Details) - USD ($)
$ / shares in Units, shares in Millions, $ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Equity, Class of Treasury Stock [Line Items]      
Shares repurchased 4.8 5.1  
Average price per share $ 478.99 $ 371.46  
Aggregate cost $ 2,316 $ 1,900 $ 2,700
Authorization remaining at the end of each period $ 1,876 $ 4,192  
v3.22.4
Capital Stock (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($)
$ / shares in Units, shares in Millions
3 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Jan. 24, 2023
Dec. 31, 2022
Sep. 30, 2022
Jun. 30, 2022
Mar. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Sep. 30, 2021
Jun. 30, 2021
Mar. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Jan. 26, 2021
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Allocation of Recognized Period Costs [Line Items]                          
Share-based compensation expense                   $ 264,000,000 $ 255,000,000 $ 283,000,000  
Tax benefit from share-based compensation expense                   66,000,000 65,000,000 74,000,000  
Cash received from exercise of stock options                   $ 182,000,000 203,000,000 176,000,000  
Employee stock purchase plan, purchase price per share as a percent of closing price                   90.00%      
Dividends Payable, Date to be Paid   Dec. 21, 2022 Sep. 23, 2022 Jun. 24, 2022 Mar. 25, 2022 Dec. 21, 2021 Sep. 24, 2021 Jun. 25, 2021 Mar. 25, 2021        
Dividends Payable, Date of Record   Dec. 05, 2022 Sep. 09, 2022 Jun. 10, 2022 Mar. 10, 2022 Dec. 03, 2021 Sep. 10, 2021 Jun. 10, 2021 Mar. 10, 2021        
Increase in stock repurchase program authorization                         $ 5,000,000,000
Incentive Compensation Plan [Member]                          
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Allocation of Recognized Period Costs [Line Items]                          
Number of registered shares for issuance   37.5               37.5      
Number of shares available for future issuance   14.0               14.0      
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) [Member]                          
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Allocation of Recognized Period Costs [Line Items]                          
Fair value of shares vested                   $ 261,000,000 287,000,000 335,000,000  
Unrecognized compensation cost   $ 176,000,000               $ 176,000,000      
Weighted-average remaining requisite service period                   12 months      
Stock Option [Member]                          
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Allocation of Recognized Period Costs [Line Items]                          
Stock incentive plan vesting period, years                   3 years      
Stock option term, years                   10 years      
Intrinsic value of options exercised                   $ 120,000,000 121,000,000 147,000,000  
Tax benefit from stock option exercises and disqualifying dispositions                   31,000,000 32,000,000 40,000,000  
Cash received from exercise of stock options                   120,000,000 $ 148,000,000 $ 129,000,000  
Unrecognized compensation cost   $ 35,000,000               $ 35,000,000      
Weighted-average remaining requisite service period                   9 months      
Subsequent Event [Member]                          
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Allocation of Recognized Period Costs [Line Items]                          
Dividends Payable, Amount Per Share $ 1.48                        
Dividends Payable, Date to be Paid Mar. 24, 2023                        
Dividends Payable, Date of Record Mar. 10, 2023                        
Increase in stock repurchase program authorization $ 5,000,000                        
Employee Stock Purchase Plan [Member]                          
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Allocation of Recognized Period Costs [Line Items]                          
Number of registered shares for issuance   14.0               14.0      
Number of shares available for future issuance   4.3               4.3      
Maximum amount of stock employees are permitted to purchase per calender year (whole dollars)                   $ 25,000      
Payroll deductions, percent of gross compensation, minimum   1.00%               1.00%      
Payroll deductions, percent of gross compensation, maximum   15.00%               15.00%      
Employee stock purchase plan, purchase price per share as a percent of closing price                   90.00%      
Stock Issued During Period, Shares                   0.1 0.1 0.2  
Proceeds from Issuance of Common Stock                   $ 62,000,000 $ 55,000,000 $ 47,000,000  
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) [Member] | 2022 to 2024 [Member]                          
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Allocation of Recognized Period Costs [Line Items]                          
Approximate number of performance restricted stock units granted                   0.2      
v3.22.4
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss (Reconciliation Of The Components Of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Change in net unrealized gains/losses on investments $ (2,260) $ (457) $ 428
Change in net unrealized gains/losses on cash flow hedges 10 11 12
Change in net periodic pension and postretirement costs (70) 123 (1)
Foreign currency translation adjustments (13) (9) 7
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Beginning (178) 150 (296)
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax (2,336) (330) 446
Other comprehensive loss attributable to noncontrolling interests 11 2 0
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Ending (2,503) (178) 150
Net gain (loss) realized in other comprehensive loss, tax (expense) benefit 809 110 (154)
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Tax Benefit (Expense), Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest (3) 1 0
Net unrealized investment gains      
AOCI, Debt Securities, Beginning Balance 492 949 521
Change in net unrealized gains/losses on investments, before reclassification (2,614) (357) 478
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI for Sale of Securities, Net of Tax 354 (100) (50)
Change in net unrealized gains/losses on investments (2,260) (457) 428
AOCI, Debt Securities, Ending Balance (1,768) 492 949
Net holding gain (loss) on investment securities arising during the period, tax (expense) benefit 926 121 (160)
Reclassification adjustment for net realized loss (gain) on investment securities, tax (benefit) expense 94 (27) 13
Net cash flow hedges      
AOCI, Cash Flow Hedges, Beginning Balance (239) (250) (262)
Change in net unrealized gains/losses on cash flow hedges 10 11 12
AOCI, Cash Flow Hedges, Ending Balance (229) (239) (250)
Cash flow hedges, holding gain (loss), tax (expense) benefit (6) (3) (3)
Pension and other postretirement benefits      
AOCI, Defined Benefit Plan, Beginning Balance (429) (552) (551)
Change in net periodic pension and postretirement costs (70) 123 (1)
AOCI, Defined Benefit Plan, Ending Balance (499) (429) (552)
Other Net Change In Unrecognized Periodic Benefit Costs For Defined Benefit Pension And Postretirement Benefit Plans Tax Benefit (Expense) (23) (36) (2)
Foreign currency translation adjustment      
AOCI, Foreign Currency Translation Adjustment, Beginning Balance (4) 5 (2)
Foreign currency translation adjustments (13) (9) 7
AOCI, Foreign Currency Translation Adjustment, Ending Balance (17) (4) 5
Foreign currency translation adjustment, tax (expense) benefit 6 2 (2)
Non-credit components of impairments on investments      
AOCI, Non-credit component of impairments on investments, Beginning Balance 0 (2) (2)
Change in non-credit component of impairment losses on investments, net of tax (3) 2 0
AOCI, Non-credit component of impairments on investments, Ending Balance (3) 0 (2)
Non-credit component of other-than-temporary impairments on investments, tax (expense) benefit $ 0 $ (1) $ 0
v3.22.4
Reinsurance (Summary Of Direct, Assumed And Ceded Premiums Earned) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Reinsurance Disclosures [Abstract]      
Direct - Premiums earned $ 128,867 $ 113,149 $ 100,832
Assumed - Premium earned 4,426 4,298 3,356
Ceded - Premium earned (64) (74) (79)
Premiums $ 133,229 $ 117,373 $ 104,109
Percentage - assumed to net premiums - earned 3.30% 3.70% 3.20%
v3.22.4
Reinsurance (Summary Of Net Premiums Earned By Segment) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Net Premiums Earned By Segment [Line Items]      
Premiums Earned Net $ 133,229 $ 117,373 $ 104,109
Commercial and Specialty Business Segment [Member]      
Net Premiums Earned By Segment [Line Items]      
Premiums Earned Net 35,633 33,209 31,471
Government Business [Member]      
Net Premiums Earned By Segment [Line Items]      
Premiums Earned Net 96,323 82,520 71,188
Other Segment [Member]      
Net Premiums Earned By Segment [Line Items]      
Premiums Earned Net $ 1,273 $ 1,644 $ 1,450
v3.22.4
Reinsurance (Effect Of Reinsurance On Benefit Expense) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Reinsurance Disclosures [Abstract]      
Direct $ 112,809 $ 99,007 $ 85,168
Assumed 3,730 3,719 2,967
Ceded (52) (81) (90)
Net benefit expense $ 116,487 $ 102,645 $ 88,045
v3.22.4
Leases (Lease and Other Information) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Operating Lease, Right-of-Use Asset $ 604 $ 628  
Operating Lease, Liability, Current 181 133  
Operating Lease, Liability, Noncurrent 751 864  
Operating Lease, Cost 143 261 $ 438
Short-term and variable lease cost 35 45 50
Sublease Income (3) (4) (9)
Lease, Cost 175 302 $ 479
Operating Lease, Payments 204 198  
Right-of-Use Asset Obtained in Exchange for Operating Lease Liability $ 113 $ 334  
Operating Lease, Weighted Average Remaining Lease Term 7 years 7 years  
Operating Lease, Weighted Average Discount Rate, Percent 2.98% 2.69%  
Operating Lease, Right-of-Use Asset, Statement of Financial Position [Extensible Enumeration] Other noncurrent assets Other noncurrent assets  
Operating Lease, Liability, Current, Statement of Financial Position [Extensible Enumeration] Other current liabilities Other current liabilities  
Operating Lease, Liability, Noncurrent, Statement of Financial Position [Extensible Enumeration] Other noncurrent liabilities Other noncurrent liabilities  
v3.22.4
Leases Leases (Reconciliation of Future Lease Payments to Total Lease Liabilities) (Details)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2022
USD ($)
Lessee, Operating Lease, Liability, to be Paid [Abstract]  
Future Minimum Payments, Due 2023 $ 206
Future Minimum Payments, Due 2024 179
Future Minimum Payments, Due 2025 145
Future Minimum Payments, Due 2026 111
Future Minimum Payments, Due 2027 77
Future Minimum Payments, Due Thereafter 310
Total future minimum payments 1,028
Imputed Interest (96)
Operating Lease, Liability $ 932
v3.22.4
Leases Leases (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Operating Lease, Impairment Loss $ 34 $ 136 $ 258
Minimum [Member]      
Lessee, Operating Lease, Term of Contract 1 year    
Maximum [Member]      
Lessee, Operating Lease, Term of Contract 12 years    
v3.22.4
Earnings Per Share (Denominator For Basic And Diluted Earnings Per Share) (Details) - shares
shares in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]      
Denominator for basic earnings per share—weighted-average shares 240.0 243.8 250.8
Effect of dilutive securities—employee stock options, non-vested restricted stock awards, convertible debentures and equity units 2.8 3.0 3.5
Denominator for diluted earnings per share 242.8 246.8 254.3
v3.22.4
Earnings Per Share (Narrative) (Details) - shares
shares in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]      
Weighted average shares excluded from denominator for diluted earnings per share because the stock options were anti-dilutive 0.4 0.2 1.2
Restricted stock units excluded from the denominator for diluted earnings per share 0.2 0.3 0.3
v3.22.4
Segment Information (Financial Data By Reportable Segment) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Reportable segments operating revenues $ 155,660 $ 136,943 $ 120,808
Operating gain (loss) 8,452 7,489 6,360
Depreciation and amortization of property and equipment 784 668 638
Commercial and Specialty Business Segment [Member]      
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Reportable segments operating revenues 41,674 38,809 36,699
Operating gain (loss) 2,933 2,753 2,681
Depreciation and amortization of property and equipment 0 0 0
Government Business Segment [Member]      
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Reportable segments operating revenues 96,810 82,919 71,572
Operating gain (loss) 3,297 3,061 2,444
Depreciation and amortization of property and equipment 0 0 0
CarelonRx Segment [Member]      
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Operating gain (loss) 1,868 1,684 1,361
CarelonRx Segment [Member] | Unaffiliated [Member]      
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Reportable segments operating revenues 14,974 12,655 10,384
CarelonRx Segment [Member] | Affiliated [Member]      
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Reportable segments operating revenues 13,552 12,776 11,527
Other [Member]      
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Reportable segments operating revenues 13,294 10,250 6,057
Operating gain (loss) 354 (9) (126)
Depreciation and amortization of property and equipment 784 668 638
Other [Member] | Unaffiliated [Member]      
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Reportable segments operating revenues 2,202 2,560 2,153
Other [Member] | Affiliated [Member]      
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Reportable segments operating revenues 11,092 7,690 3,904
Segment Eliminations [Member]      
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Reportable segments operating revenues $ (24,644) $ (20,466) $ (15,431)
v3.22.4
Segment Information (Major Product Revenues) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Major Product Revenue By Segment [Line Items]      
Insurance Services Revenue $ 155,660 $ 136,943 $ 120,808
Commercial and Specialty Business Segment [Member]      
Major Product Revenue By Segment [Line Items]      
Insurance Services Revenue 41,674 38,809 36,699
Commercial and Specialty Business Segment [Member] | Managed Care Products [Member]      
Major Product Revenue By Segment [Line Items]      
Insurance Services Revenue 33,927 31,564 29,815
Commercial and Specialty Business Segment [Member] | Managed Care Services [Member]      
Major Product Revenue By Segment [Line Items]      
Insurance Services Revenue 6,152 5,711 5,296
Commercial and Specialty Business Segment [Member] | Dental Vision Products And Services [Member]      
Major Product Revenue By Segment [Line Items]      
Insurance Services Revenue 1,434 1,363 1,231
Commercial and Specialty Business Segment [Member] | Other Products [Member]      
Major Product Revenue By Segment [Line Items]      
Insurance Services Revenue 161 171 357
Government Business Segment [Member]      
Major Product Revenue By Segment [Line Items]      
Insurance Services Revenue 96,810 82,919 71,572
Government Business Segment [Member] | Managed Care Products [Member]      
Major Product Revenue By Segment [Line Items]      
Insurance Services Revenue 96,322 82,519 71,188
Government Business Segment [Member] | Managed Care Services [Member]      
Major Product Revenue By Segment [Line Items]      
Insurance Services Revenue 488 400 384
CarelonRx Segment [Member] | Pharmacy products and services [Member]      
Major Product Revenue By Segment [Line Items]      
Insurance Services Revenue 28,526 25,431 21,911
Other Segment [Member]      
Major Product Revenue By Segment [Line Items]      
Insurance Services Revenue 13,294 10,250 6,057
Other Segment [Member] | Other Products [Member]      
Major Product Revenue By Segment [Line Items]      
Insurance Services Revenue 1,020 605 270
Other Segment [Member] | Integrated health services [Member]      
Major Product Revenue By Segment [Line Items]      
Insurance Services Revenue 12,274 9,645 5,787
Segment Eliminations [Member]      
Major Product Revenue By Segment [Line Items]      
Insurance Services Revenue $ (24,644) $ (20,466) $ (15,431)
v3.22.4
Segment Information (Reconciliation Of Revenue From Reportable Segments To The Consolidated Statements Of Income) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Segment Reporting [Abstract]      
Reportable segments operating revenues $ 155,660 $ 136,943 $ 120,808
Net investment income 1,485 1,378 877
Net (losses) gains on financial instruments (550) 318 182
Total revenues $ 156,595 $ 138,639 $ 121,867
v3.22.4
Segment Information (Reconciliation Of Reportable Segment Operating Gain To Income Before Income Taxes In The Consolidated Statements Of Income) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Segment Reporting [Abstract]      
Income before income taxes $ 7,769 $ 7,925 $ 6,238
Net Investment Income (1,485) (1,378) (877)
Net (losses) gains on financial instruments 550 (318) (182)
Interest expense 851 798 784
Amortization of other intangible assets 767 441 361
Loss on extinguishment of debt 0 21 36
Reportable segments operating gain $ 8,452 $ 7,489 $ 6,360
v3.22.4
Segment Information (Narrative) (Details) - segment
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Number of Reportable Segments 4    
Government Business [Member] | Customer Concentration Risk [Member] | Revenue Benchmark [Member]      
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Percentage of revenue generated from participation in various federal government programs 28.00% 28.00% 28.00%
v3.22.4
Related Party Transactions (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
APC Passe, LLC [Member]      
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]      
Assumed premiums $ 501 $ 462 $ 446
v3.22.4
Statutory Information (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Statutory Accounting Practices [Line Items]    
Statutory risk-based capital necessary to satisfy regulatory requirements $ 7,900 $ 6,962
GAAP equity 36,307 36,060
Statutory Accounting Practices, Dividends Paid with Approval of Regulatory Agency 3,097  
Estimated Future Dividend Payments 3,500  
California Department of Managed Health Care [Member]    
Statutory Accounting Practices [Line Items]    
Statutory risk-based capital necessary to satisfy regulatory requirements 710 690
Insurance, HMO Subsidiaries and Other Regulated Entities, Excluding the California Department of Managed Health Care [Member]    
Statutory Accounting Practices [Line Items]    
Statutory-basis capital and surplus 19,048 16,178
California Department of Managed Health Care Regulated Entities [Member]    
Statutory Accounting Practices [Line Items]    
GAAP equity $ 3,795 $ 3,886
v3.22.4
Schedule II-Condensed Financial Information Of Registrant (Balance Sheets) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Dec. 31, 2019
Current assets:        
Cash and cash equivalents $ 7,387 $ 4,880    
Fixed maturity securities, current, amortized cost 25,952 26,267    
Equity securities 953 1,881    
Other receivables 4,298 3,749    
Other current assets 5,281 4,654    
Total current assets 55,617 51,122    
Other invested assets, long-term 5,685 5,225    
Property and equipment, net 4,316 3,919    
Other noncurrent assets 1,704 1,719    
Total assets 102,772 97,460    
Current liabilities:        
Accounts payable and accrued expenses 5,607 4,970    
Current portion of long-term debt 1,500 1,599    
Other current liabilities 9,683 7,849    
Total current liabilities 39,696 34,885    
Long-term debt, less current portion 22,349 21,157    
Other noncurrent liabilities 1,562 1,683    
Total liabilities 66,378 61,332    
Commitments and contingencies-Note 5    
Shareholders' equity        
Preferred stock, without par value, shares authorized - 100,000,000; shares issued and outstanding - none 0 0    
Common stock, par value $0.01, shares authorized - 900,000,000; shares issued and outstanding - 237,958,067 and 241,770,746 2 2    
Additional paid-in capital 9,084 9,148    
Retained earnings 29,724 27,088    
Accumulated other comprehensive loss (2,503) (178) $ 150 $ (296)
Total shareholders' equity 36,307 36,060    
Total liabilities and shareholders' equity 102,772 97,460    
Parent Company [Member]        
Current assets:        
Cash and cash equivalents 942 630    
Fixed maturity securities, current, amortized cost 163 515    
Equity securities 104 49    
Other receivables 55 40    
Net due from subsidiaries 0 446    
Other current assets 721 655    
Total current assets 1,985 2,335    
Other invested assets, long-term 783 808    
Property and equipment, net 187 207    
Deferred tax assets, net 313 77    
Investment in subsidiaries 59,042 56,375    
Other noncurrent assets 240 265    
Total assets 62,550 60,067    
Current liabilities:        
Accounts payable and accrued expenses 894 559    
Net due to subsidiaries 789 0    
Current portion of long-term debt 1,500 1,599    
Other current liabilities 361 344    
Total current liabilities 3,544 2,502    
Long-term debt, less current portion 22,324 21,132    
Other noncurrent liabilities 375 373    
Total liabilities 26,243 24,007    
Commitments and contingencies-Note 5      
Shareholders' equity        
Preferred stock, without par value, shares authorized - 100,000,000; shares issued and outstanding - none 0 0    
Common stock, par value $0.01, shares authorized - 900,000,000; shares issued and outstanding - 237,958,067 and 241,770,746 2 2    
Additional paid-in capital 9,084 9,148    
Retained earnings 29,724 27,088    
Accumulated other comprehensive loss (2,503) (178)    
Total shareholders' equity 36,307 36,060    
Total liabilities and shareholders' equity $ 62,550 $ 60,067    
v3.22.4
Schedule II-Condensed Financial Information Of Registrant (Balance Sheets - Additional Information) (Details) - USD ($)
$ / shares in Units, $ in Millions
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Fixed Maturity Securities, Allowance for Credit Loss $ 9 $ 6
Preferred stock, shares authorized 100,000,000  
Preferred stock, shares issued 0  
Preferred stock, shares outstanding 0  
Common stock, par value $ 0.01  
Common stock, shares authorized 900,000,000  
Common stock, shares issued 237,958,067 241,770,746
Common stock, shares outstanding 237,958,067 241,770,746
Parent Company [Member]    
Available-for-sale fixed maturity securities investments, current, amortized cost $ 175 $ 512
Fixed Maturity Securities, Allowance for Credit Loss $ 0 $ 1
Preferred stock, shares authorized 100,000,000  
Preferred stock, shares issued 0  
Preferred stock, shares outstanding 0  
Common stock, par value $ 0.01  
Common stock, shares authorized 900,000,000  
Common stock, shares issued 237,958,067 241,770,746
Common stock, shares outstanding 237,958,067 241,770,746
v3.22.4
Schedule II-Condensed Financial Information Of Registrant (Statements Of Income) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Net investment income $ 1,485 $ 1,378 $ 877
Net (losses) gains on financial instruments (550) 318 182
Administrative fees and other revenue 7,453 6,913 6,315
Total revenues 156,595 138,639 121,867
Interest expense 851 798 784
Loss on extinguishment of debt 0 21 36
Shareholders’ net income 6,025 6,104 4,572
Parent Company [Member]      
Net investment income 4 6 65
Net (losses) gains on financial instruments 2 6 28
Administrative fees and other revenue 7 24 22
Total revenues 13 36 115
General and administrative expense 188 119 169
Interest expense 845 794 779
Loss on extinguishment of debt 0 21 36
Total expenses 1,033 934 984
Loss before income tax credits and equity in net income of subsidiaries (1,020) (898) (869)
Income tax credits (461) (244) (386)
Equity in net income of subsidiaries 6,584 6,758 5,055
Shareholders’ net income $ 6,025 $ 6,104 $ 4,572
v3.22.4
Schedule II-Condensed Financial Information of Registrant (Statement of Comprehensive Income) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Shareholders’ net income $ 6,025 $ 6,104 $ 4,572
Other comprehensive (loss) income, net of tax:      
Change in net unrealized gains/losses on investments (2,260) (457) 428
Change in net unrealized gains/losses on cash flow hedges 10 11 12
Change in net periodic pension and postretirement costs (70) 123 (1)
Foreign currency translation adjustments (13) (9) 7
Total comprehensive income 3,700 5,776 5,018
Parent Company [Member]      
Shareholders’ net income 6,025 6,104 4,572
Other comprehensive (loss) income, net of tax:      
Change in net unrealized gains/losses on investments (2,249) (455) 428
Change in non-credit component of impairment losses on investments, net of tax (3) (2) 0
Change in net unrealized gains/losses on cash flow hedges 10 11 12
Change in net periodic pension and postretirement costs (70) 123 (1)
Foreign currency translation adjustments (13) (9) 7
Other comprehensive income (loss) (2,325) (328) 446
Total comprehensive income $ 3,700 $ 5,776 $ 5,018
v3.22.4
Schedule II-Condensed Financial Information Of Registrant (Statement Of Cash Flows) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
3 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Sep. 30, 2022
Jun. 30, 2022
Mar. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Sep. 30, 2021
Jun. 30, 2021
Mar. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Dec. 31, 2019
Operating activities                        
Net cash provided by operating activities                 $ 8,399 $ 8,364 $ 10,688  
Investing activities                        
Purchases of investments                 (24,946) (18,669) (19,492)  
Changes in securities lending collateral                 (301) (956) (849)  
Other, net                 (120) (63) (45)  
Net cash used in investing activities                 (4,560) (9,638) (7,324)  
Financing activities                        
Net (repayments of) proceeds from commercial paper borrowings                 (300) 50 (150)  
Proceeds from long-term borrowings                 3,071 3,462 2,484  
Repayments of long-term borrowings                 (1,899) (1,068) (1,932)  
Changes in securities lending payable                 302 956 849  
Repurchase and retirement of common stock                 (2,316) (1,900) (2,700)  
Cash dividends $ (305) $ (306) $ (309) $ (309) $ (273) $ (276) $ (278) $ (277) (1,229) (1,104) (954)  
Proceeds from issuance of common stock under employee stock plans                 182 203 176  
Taxes paid through withholding of common stock under employee stock plans                 (93) (102) (128)  
Other, net                 41 27 2  
Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities                 (1,318) 423 (2,567)  
Cash, Cash Equivalents, Restricted Cash, and Restricted Cash Equivalents, Period Increase (Decrease), Including Exchange Rate Effect                 2,507 (861) 804  
Cash, Cash Equivalents, Restricted Cash, and Restricted Cash Equivalents 7,387       4,880       7,387 4,880 5,741 $ 4,937
Parent Company [Member]                        
Operating activities                        
Net cash provided by operating activities                 1,447 2,038 4,810  
Investing activities                        
Purchases of investments                 (367) (2,059) (2,729)  
Proceeds from sales, maturities, calls and redemptions of investments                 618 2,449 2,593  
Issuance of note to subsidiary                 1,500 (1,500) 0  
Capitalization of subsidiaries                 (411) (807) (2,460)  
Changes in securities lending collateral                 36 173 (234)  
Purchases of property and equipment, net of sales                 (47) (77) (107)  
Other, net                 0 0 11  
Net cash used in investing activities                 1,329 (1,821) (2,926)  
Financing activities                        
Net (repayments of) proceeds from commercial paper borrowings                 (300) 50 (150)  
Proceeds from long-term borrowings                 3,071 3,462 2,484  
Repayments of long-term borrowings                 (1,899) (1,068) (1,932)  
Changes in securities lending payable                 (36) (173) 234  
Repurchase and retirement of common stock                 (2,316) (1,900) (2,700)  
Cash dividends                 (1,290) (1,158) (1,000)  
Proceeds from issuance of common stock under employee stock plans                 182 203 176  
Taxes paid through withholding of common stock under employee stock plans                 (93) (102) (128)  
Other, net                 217 399 14  
Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities                 (2,464) (287) (3,002)  
Cash, Cash Equivalents, Restricted Cash, and Restricted Cash Equivalents, Period Increase (Decrease), Including Exchange Rate Effect                 312 (70) (1,118)  
Cash, Cash Equivalents, Restricted Cash, and Restricted Cash Equivalents $ 942       $ 630       $ 942 $ 630 $ 700 $ 1,818
v3.22.4
Schedule II-Condensed Financial Information Of Registrant (Narrative) (Details) - Parent Company [Member] - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2022
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Cash dividends received from subsidiaries $ 3,097 $ 3,134 $ 3,618
Cash dividends paid to subsidiaries 61 54 46
Capital contribution to subsidiaries 411 3,271 $ 2,460
Amounts due from subsidiaries 0 446  
Net due to subsidiaries 789 0  
Parental Guarantees $ 550    
Notes Receivable, Related Parties, Current   $ 1,500