Does anybody know if there is any truth in this ongoing rumor that we are looking at 1,000 more people being cut in July? And if it's true, is there any more info on it? Which locations will be hit, which departments, when in July? I hate not knowing... — read more
Severance info
I keep seeing comments about the lump sum severance going away and it actually went away about 7 years ago. Apparently people don't keep up with this stuff. Just so you know, the current severance plan is always listed on the intranet site for anyone... — read more
Class action lawsuit?
I was let go recently and wondering if there is a class action lawsuit already? Jobs are being outsourced to Legato, older workers let go, more experienced workers are replaced with cheaper less experienced workers, jobs moved to Atlanta for... — read more
Legato Taking Over
Deloitte resources are now being replaced by Legato with no or minimal knowledge transfers in the middle of Project work. Anthem associates will soon be the next to go and all IT work will be done by Legato offshore. Morale in the company is at an... — read more
Major Announcemtnt on Monday (04/15) ???
Does anybody know if there are any announcement from IT Leadership coming this Monday?
Laid off- 30 day minimum "varies"
Some people got the minimum...30 days. Others got longer notices. "It varies". This does not seem fair. Getting equal time to job search is vital. 30 days is impossible unless you live in a big city. In short, Anthem is run by sociopaths. I would get... — read more
What's going on currently?
Do we know anything new on more Anthem layoffs? It's past April 7, and that was supposed to be day D, but I didn't notice that anything major happened. Does that mean we are safe for now or is the worst yet to come? I can't emphasize enough how much... — read more
More layoffs week of 4/1?
Word is that after the cuts last week there were going to be more the week of 4/1, anyone heard anything?
New associate survey - post layoffs
Okay so there is now an associate survey, the first week in March here, sent out as a “compliance and ethics” survey, that includes questions like the following: My manager is honest and possesses integrity, Senior leaders at Anthem respect... — read more
Next round of cuts happening soon
IT is being asked to reduce 2019 budget by over 30%. This Alfred just taking a forecasting haircut of 50% earlier in the year. Other areas within Corp are being asked to slash as well. Time to grab a life jacket before they’re gone.
Using AI to reduce the workforce
Other corporation have used AI to reduce the workforce. They bring in college level coders to throw into hr. They look at real numbers ROI and start reducing the workforce. This is the first thing that companies do when they think "lean" and "agile"... — read more
Lay offs will continue it’s just starting
Expect many more layoffs beyond April, if anything it will calm down for a bit until AI has gathered more info. Layoffs now are just to cut some fat (not limited to any certain departments) the next major round will be to fully implement Gail’s new... — read more
Don't work for these creeps!
I used to work for Anthem until I got laid off as a New Years gift in 2016. I thank God every day that I am no longer there, they are a miserable company to work for and incompetently run. Most of their managers are incompetent, although well paid... — read more
Layed Off Today in Norfolk
Surprise lay off today. Pay, benefits, work/life/home balance was good til it disappeared. Silver lining. . . Wanted to leave anyways. I'll take my money and run.
Anthem - Reduction In Force
Occurring today. Company wide. No corporate communication emails. So difficult to tell how deep the cuts are. Every area was apparently asked to cut.
Anthem destroys what it touches
When Anthem was wellpoint and they bought the Va Beach Medicaid/Medicaid firm, they did so because that company had many years of consistent profitability and beat the snot out of Anthem/WellPoint at every turn in that market, Then Anthem... — read more
Question about anthem benefits and waiting periods
It looks like anthem has some benefits that they did not have in the past. I see that they now have parental leave. Do you have to work for the company for a certain amount of time to be eligible for parental leave?
Layoff outlook?
With a lower than expected AIP, and massive structural changes with top leadership, what does that mean for the regular workers? Will there be a big layoff soon?
26 layoffs within Finance
26 layoffs within Finance area. Announced today 11/1/18.
Antthem Layoffs 2019
How likely is that there will be Antthem Layoffs in 2019?
Should I work here and what kind of salary should I request?
I'm a U.S. citizen and a senior level I.T. developer Is it a stable work environment and should I take the job? What salary should I request?
Anthem is Hiring
Locations: Chicago, IL; Indianapolis, IN; New York, NY; Various Locations, CO; Tampa, FL; Mason, OH & more. Positions: Data Scientist, Advanced Analytics Consultant, Designers, Business Info Analyst, Regulatory Compliance Manager, Test Data Mgmt... — read more
Anthem found a loophole
Not to mention Anthem also created their own outsource company in India. I wouldn’t be surprised if even clients that require their claims to be processed on shore will be processed in India in the near future. If Anthem owns their own off shore... — read more
Are we expecting layoffs?
Are we looking at any layoffs at Anthem as part of the latest acquisition of Aspire Health? There is always some consolidation, but I'm thinking it'll be more felt on Aspire's part then on ours. Although we are talking about layoff happy Anthem, so... — read more
Anthem layoff
The NEW YORK Medicaid Department just got rid of a lot of folks which included the Director, medical director, VP, nurses and more. Anthem is out sourcing vendors outside of United States to do the work here to save money. The in-house staff are... — read more
Layoff season
We are almost at the annual layoff season, how is it looking out there this year?
Antthem Layoffs 2018
Came here to see if someone had any information about layoffs in Indianapolis.
ANTHEM TOXIC
I worked at Anthem for a total of 28 years. When I received an offer for early retirement I had mixed feelings about taking it. I decided to take the offer and run. It was the best decision I've made for my career. The environment is TOXIC. The... — read more
Anthem must pay big money to keep out of media. President Trump, what are you going to do?
Sneaky Anthem is getting away with laying off AMERICAN hard working employees and out sources or brings foreigners to take our IT jobs to their INDIA/ Non US companies that are linked to upper mgtmnt friends, something is funny about that! Upper Mgt... — read more
If you're not already looking for a new job, start NOW
Don't sit around until these creeps decide to boot you out like some drunk in a bar at 2am. Find something else and walk out of this landfill on your own two feet and on your own terms so you can hang on to your dignity and self respect.
More layoffs
Well Fond du Lac, WI office just received word today that there were more layoffs. We have had 3 occasions of layoffs in the last year! Now more than ever people are fearing their jobs. More claims are getting sent over to Accenture who can't process... — read more
Anthem is not a nice company to work for.
I worked for Empire Blue Cross & Blue Shield which became Anthem in 2004 for 21 years. In 2012 ten people were laid off nine of which had over 20 years. Anthem is a terrible company to work for, they have no regard for seniority, don't want you... — read more
Clueless leadership
I have to agree with all of the posting that I have read about Anthem laid offs and all of the negative comments. I used to work for Anthem for three years and I reported to leaders that can't spell IT nor have a clear understanding of delivering IT... — read more
We need proper leadership
Management at Anthem is a joke. Half of them have no idea what they are doing, and the other half will do whatever it takes to make themselves look good at your expanse. Instead of supporting talented workers, they will promote those they know will... — read more
Anthem denies reasonable accomodations
Whomever said Anthem is getting uglier is right. I am disabled and I am being denied a reasonable accommodation which is a violation of IDEA. They discriminate and are leaving me out to dry.
Anthem is not what it used to be
If you can, stay away from Anthem. People get laid off on yearly bases, and you are expected to pick up the slack, with no compensation. My caseload keeps increasing, my pay stays the same, and I don't even get paid for overtime, which is necessary... — read more
Anthem, never stable and becoming uglier
My #1 complaint about Anthem is layoffs, they happen all the time and at least one time every year. Some groups have mulitiple layoffs, so it's hard to have any stability when you know you may be laid off. Also, I do not know why we do constant... — read more
NEWBURY PARK
LEASE FOR NEWBURY PARK LOCATION - ANTHEM: From what it sounds like Anthem will not be renewing the lease for their Newbury park location and will likely move operations to Georgia. I left fearing for my job months ago but still speak to people... — read more