MOH
Molina Healthcare, INC
NYSE
10-K: Molina Healthcare Reports Strong 2024 Results, Eyes Continued Growth
Sentiment:
Annual Results
11 February 2025 4:08 PM
Molina Healthcare's 2024 10-K filing reveals a year of profitable growth driven by Medicaid and Medicare programs, strategic acquisitions, and a focus on operational efficiency.
Delay expected
The Georgia Medicaid contract implementation is now anticipated to begin on July 1, 2026, due to ongoing procurement protests, instead of the originally scheduled date of July 1, 2025.
Summary
- Molina Healthcare's 2024 Form 10-K highlights a successful year with strong financial performance and strategic growth initiatives.
- The company reported a net income of $1.179 billion, or $20.42 per diluted share, an increase from $1.091 billion, or $18.77 per diluted share, in 2023.
- Membership reached 5.5 million, reflecting growth initiatives that offset Medicaid redeterminations.
- Total revenue increased by 19% to $40.650 billion, with premium revenue also up 19% to $38.627 billion.
- The Medical Care Ratio (MCR) was 89.1%, compared to 88.1% in the previous year.
- The General and Administrative expense ratio (G&A ratio) improved to 6.7% from 7.2% in 2023.
- Investment income rose by 15% to $452 million.
- Recent RFP successes and acquisitions are expected to add nearly $7 billion of incremental annual premium revenue, fully realized by 2027 and 2028.
- The company is targeting $52 to $55 billion in premium revenue by 2027, with 11% to 13% revenue growth and 13% to 15% earnings per share growth.
- Molina closed on the acquisition of ConnectiCare on February 1, 2025, adding approximately 140,000 members.
Sentiment
Score: 8
Explanation: The document presents a positive outlook with strong financial results and strategic growth initiatives, although some risks and challenges are acknowledged.
Positives
- Strong financial performance with increased net income and revenue.
- Successful execution of profitable growth strategy through acquisitions and new contracts.
- Improved G&A ratio indicates efficient cost management.
- Increased investment income contributes to overall profitability.
- Expansion into new markets and growth in existing service areas.
- Successful Medicaid state procurements and Medicare acquisitions.
Negatives
- The consolidated MCR increased to 89.1%, slightly above the long-term target range.
- Medicaid redeterminations resulted in a loss of approximately 675,000 members.
- Higher utilization among the continuing Medicaid population impacted medical costs.
Risks
- Unsuccessful bids for new or renewed Medicaid contracts could reduce premium revenues.
- Inadequate or delayed premium receipts could negatively affect financial results.
- Marketplace business volatility and potential non-renewal of premium subsidies pose risks.
- Outsourcing services to third parties exposes the company to operational and security risks.
- Cyber-attacks and data breaches could lead to significant costs and reputational damage.
- Failure to accurately estimate incurred but not paid medical care costs may negatively impact results.
- Inability to effectively manage medical care costs could adversely affect operating results.
- Loss of significant Medicaid contracts could reduce administrative cost efficiencies.
- Inaccuracies in eligibility lists provided by state governments could negatively affect results.
- The insolvency of a delegated provider could obligate the company to pay its referral claims.
- Failure to maintain effective internal controls over financial reporting could have a material adverse effect.
- Changes in tax laws or regulations may materially adversely affect the business.
Future Outlook
Molina Healthcare aims to achieve $52 to $55 billion in premium revenue by 2027, with 11% to 13% revenue growth and 13% to 15% earnings per share growth.
Management Comments
- The company is pleased with the continued success of its profitable growth strategy.
- Newly reported RFP successes and acquisitions in 2024 represent nearly $7 billion of incremental annual premium revenue.
Industry Context
The managed care industry is subject to ongoing changes as a result of healthcare reform, business consolidations, and new strategic alliances, with increasing competition from large national health plans.
Comparison to Industry Standards
- Molina competes with national, regional, and local Medicaid managed care companies, including Centene Corporation, CVS Health Corporation, Elevance Health, Inc., and UnitedHealth Group Inc.
- The Medicare market is highly competitive with large competitors, such as CVS Health Corporation, Humana Inc., and UnitedHealth Group Inc.
- The company's primary competitor for low-income Marketplace membership is Centene Corporation.
Stakeholder Impact
- Shareholders benefit from increased net income and earnings per share.
- Members benefit from high-quality health care services.
- Employees benefit from opportunities for development and competitive rewards.
- The company contributes to the health and well-being of communities through its services.
Next Steps
- Continue providing low-cost and high-quality health care services.
- Focus on seamless member experience and evolving capabilities in value-based contracting.
- Maintain a strong capital foundation and enhance the operating model.
- Harness the power of second line leaders and staff, and seek continual talent upgrades.
- Execute on the acquisitions pipeline at attractive prices and with strong integrations.
Legal Proceedings
- Molina filed a legal action in Virginia Circuit Court over DMASs decision not to award Molina a CCMC contract; the state court action continues.
- In October 2024, the parties finalized a settlement of all outstanding claims, the terms of which are not a material impact on the Companys business, financial condition, cash flows, or results of operations.
- In January 2025, the parties entered into a final settlement agreement in order to avoid the delay and expense of litigation.
Key Dates
- 1980: Molina Healthcare was founded as a provider organization.
- 2002: Molina Healthcare reincorporated in Delaware.
- December 31, 2024: Approximately 5.5 million members served across 21 states.
- January 1, 2024: Acquisition of Bright Health Medicare closed.
- January 1, 2024: New Medicaid contracts in Nebraska and expanded California platform launched.
- July 1, 2024: New Medicaid contract with New Mexico started.
- September 1, 2024: New contract for the Texas STAR+PLUS program commenced.
- October 1, 2024: New Medicaid contract in Michigan started.
- November 18, 2024: Private offering of $750 million aggregate principal amount of 6.250% senior notes due 2033 completed.
- February 1, 2025: Acquisition of ConnectiCare closed.
Keywords
Molina Healthcare, Medicaid, Medicare, Marketplace, Acquisition, Premium Revenue, Medical Care Ratio, Financial Results, Growth Strategy, Risk Factors
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Molina Healthcare, INC
NYSE
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Filings with Classifications
Worse than expected
24 April 2025 10:04 AM
Quarterly Report
- The Medical Care Ratio (MCR) increased from 88.5% to 89.2%, indicating higher medical costs than the previous year.
- Net income decreased from $301 million to $298 million, a slight decline in profitability.
Delay expected
18 March 2025 4:06 PM
Contract Announcement
- The document mentions a potential delay in the start date for the contract as a risk factor.
Worse than expected
17 March 2025 4:18 PM
Proxy Statement
- The Company achieved adjusted net income per diluted share of $22.65, representing a 2024 adjusted net income of $1,308 million, falling short of the Company's initial 2024 earnings guidance.
Delay expected
17 March 2025 4:18 PM
Proxy Statement
- The new contract was originally scheduled to commence on July 1, 2025; however, due to ongoing procurement protests, we now anticipate implementation beginning on July 1, 2026.
Better than expected
4 March 2025 8:28 PM
SEC Form 4
- The vesting of performance stock units at 149% of target suggests the company exceeded its performance goals.
Better than expected
4 March 2025 8:27 PM
SEC Form 4 Filing
- The performance stock units vested at 149%, indicating the company exceeded its performance targets.
Better than expected
4 March 2025 8:20 PM
SEC Form 4 Filing
- The performance stock units vested at 149%, indicating the company exceeded its performance targets.
Delay expected
11 February 2025 4:08 PM
Annual Results
- The Georgia Medicaid contract implementation is now anticipated to begin on July 1, 2026, due to ongoing procurement protests, instead of the originally scheduled date of July 1, 2025.
Better than expected
5 February 2025 4:18 PM
Earnings Release
- The company's full year 2024 GAAP net income increased by 9% year-over-year.
- The company's full year 2024 adjusted net income increased by 8% year-over-year.
- The Marketplace MCR for the full year 2024 was 75.4%, better than the company's expectations.
Delay expected
16 December 2024 5:30 PM
Contract Announcement
- The initial notice of intent to award the Michigan contract was cancelled, indicating a potential for delays in the contract award process.
Capital raise
18 November 2024 4:20 PM
Debt Offering Announcement
- Molina Healthcare completed a private offering of $750 million in senior notes.
- The net proceeds of approximately $740 million will be used for general corporate purposes.
Capital raise
13 November 2024 5:11 PM
Debt Offering Announcement
- Molina Healthcare is raising $750 million through a private offering of senior notes.
- The net proceeds are estimated to be approximately $740 million after deducting fees and expenses.
Capital raise
13 November 2024 9:16 AM
Debt Offering Announcement
- Molina Healthcare intends to privately offer $500 million aggregate principal amount of senior notes due 2033.
- The notes will be sold to qualified institutional buyers and certain persons outside the United States.
- The company plans to use the net proceeds for general corporate purposes.
Worse than expected
12 November 2024 4:17 PM
Current Report
- The cancellation of the initial contract award is worse than expected for Molina Healthcare as it introduces uncertainty and requires additional effort to re-bid.
Delay expected
12 November 2024 4:17 PM
Current Report
- The contract commencement has been delayed to January 1, 2026, due to the cancellation and re-issuance of the RFP.
Worse than expected
24 October 2024 10:34 AM
Quarterly Report
- The consolidated MCR was higher than expected due to medical cost pressures in the Medicaid and Medicare segments.
- The Medicaid MCR increased due to higher than expected medical costs in the legacy portfolio and new contracts.
- The Medicare MCR is slightly above the long-term target range due to elevated LTSS and pharmacy costs and higher outpatient utilization.
Better than expected
23 October 2024 4:19 PM
Quarterly Report
- The company's Q3 results exceeded expectations with a 34% increase in GAAP net income per diluted share and a 19% increase in adjusted net income per diluted share year-over-year.
Better than expected
23 September 2024 9:00 AM
Credit Agreement Amendment
- The increase in the credit facility and extension of the maturity date provide better financial flexibility and reduce near-term refinancing risk.
Worse than expected
25 July 2024 11:38 AM
Quarterly Report
- Net income decreased slightly compared to the same period last year.
- The consolidated medical care ratio (MCR) increased to 88.6% in the second quarter of 2024.
Worse than expected
25 April 2024 9:40 AM
Quarterly Report
- Net income decreased by 6% compared to the first quarter of 2023, indicating worse than expected results.
- The consolidated MCR increased from 87.1% to 88.5%, indicating higher medical costs than expected.
Delay expected
11 April 2024 5:09 PM
Contract Award Announcement
- The document mentions a risk of a delay in the start date for the contract.
Delay expected
21 March 2024 4:18 PM
Proxy Statement
- The four-year contract in Mississippi was expected to begin on July 1, 2023, but was extended by an additional year, and is now expected to commence between September 1, 2024 and July 1, 2025.
Better than expected
21 March 2024 4:18 PM
Proxy Statement
- The company achieved adjusted net income in 2023 of $1,213 million, an increase of 16% over 2022 performance.
- The company generated premium revenue of $32.5 billion, an increase of 5% over 2022.
Better than expected
5 March 2024 8:41 PM
SEC Form 4 Filing
- The performance stock units vested at 170% achievement level, indicating that the company exceeded its performance targets for adjusted net income per share over the three-year performance period.
Better than expected
5 March 2024 8:40 PM
SEC Form 4 Filing
- The vesting of performance stock units at 170% suggests the company exceeded its financial targets, indicating better-than-expected performance.
Worse than expected
29 February 2024 4:21 PM
Contract Announcement
- Molina Healthcare's Virginia subsidiary was not selected for the Cardinal Care Managed Care program, which is a negative development.
Better than expected
7 February 2024 4:18 PM
Quarterly Report
- The company's full year 2023 GAAP earnings per diluted share increased by 39% year-over-year, exceeding expectations.
- The company's full year 2023 adjusted earnings per diluted share increased by 17% year-over-year, exceeding expectations.
- The company's 2024 guidance for premium revenue and adjusted earnings per share is higher than previous estimates.
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