We know that acquisitions are perfect excuse for layoffs, so the last thing we as employees need right now is for Humana to acquire Kindred. It would not be only Kindred employees who'd pay for this acquisition, we all know this. So here's to hoping... — read more
Sale of Kindred to Humana -Just FYI
https://www.forbes.com/sites/brucejapsen/2017/12/27/kindred-shareholder-timing-terrible-on-sale-to-humana-and-equity-firms/
Member Enrollment for 2018
Does anyone know what our Member Enrollment will look like for 2018?
would this disqualify me for lump sum payout?
Like many others—- Hypothetically- if I were to give my two week notice Mid January. I’d still be eligible to get it, correct???? All I can find in the FAQ sheet that was revised 12/13/17 is “full time employees employed thru 12/31/17 are eligible... — read more
Start looking for a new job
If you read the financial reports and estimates you will see the writing is on the wall. Behavioral Health IS gone. It is under reorganization. PHC will be gone, due to changes and required RN or LPN licenses to manage members. The industry as a... — read more
Changes planned
Rumors circling this morning, all hush hush still. I'm hearing that we may be going to an all RN model. (I don't know if this is true, just rumors I'm hearing. So take it for a grain of salt). The people talking said that nurses will no longer have a... — read more
January layoffs
any news of what date we will know when these are occurring or what roles? it has been very quiet on this forum lately.
kindred. at home
so what are people's thoughts...i feel like they will be getting rid of all non licensed people and social workers as they are moving towards more hands on nursing
Haven't started care planning training yet?
So are there any PHC teams that have not started care planning training yet? My team has not yet.
All PHC meeting
There is an all PHC meeting on Jan 17. Does this mean PHC’s are “safe” from that next (250) layoff reported to media? Does anyone know?
Care planning changes
This 180 has got my head spinning! Completely change what we are expected to do for our members literally overnight. No warning, input or real information on it. Just bam! Go from giving members resources to empower themselves because they are the... — read more
coach 22 or coach 100
where are they? they have been so quiet and I was hoping they could provide some insight into the january layoffs and what roles are being targeted. also has anyone learned how open enrollment ended?
Humana to buy kindred?
Humana in talks to buy Kindred Healthcare with equity firms: source Reuters U.S. health insurer Humana Inc is in advanced talks to acquire acute care provider Kindred Healthcare Inc in partnership with private equity firms Welsh, Carson, Anderson &... — read more
Group Medicare
I know the Group Medicare customer service floor is nervous wondering if they will be laying some off in 2018. The leads keep screaming Medicare is job security but the chatter on the floor is fear of a layoff after January. They have been told... — read more
Monitored mbrs, several depts, who will ultimately manage them after someone leaves?
I am guessing Nurse Triage? If so, they must feel pretty secure with their role right now. I have only got IHWA and a few mbrs from those that left. I am wondering where the bulk of their roster goes as well? HCM RN in case anyone is wondering. I... — read more
What happened to behavioral health?
I’m a PHC and received a bunch of reassigned members with severe behavioral health issues. Did I miss a communication? Is behavioral health gone? To the perpetually angry posters - if there was a communication I missed, please don’t flip out, I had... — read more
Did everyone get the bonus?
If you didn’t, does that mean you may be in line for the next layoffs?
Ltih monitored
So now LTIh will be moving to monitored. Guess we know where those additional cuts in January are going to be now.
Bonus Pay Penalty?
Does anyone know if there is any 'penalty' for receiving the bonus pay and then giving a two-week notice? I don't plan on staying with Humana much longer (just long enough to get the bonus), but want to make sure that I won't be stuck owing them... — read more
So do you think HAH WAH HCM WILL BE NEXT????
do you know coach 22 or 100 if WAH HCM ARE NEXT AND WHEN?
MarketPoint Commission Pay Cut? Anyone?
I was wondering if this was only us in the midwest or was it all the states. Our (MarketPoint sales) commission was cut from $185 per supported MAPD to $125, plan to plans were cut from $100 down to $25-$50 depending on market.
Thank You
I just want to say thank you Humana for the one-time lump Doewas not sure what to expect. The amount I received Exceeded my expectations and it is greatly needed. EVERYONE HAVE A GREAT HOLIDAY!
MarketPoint Sales Rep
Are MarketPoint reps safe for layoffs? Anyone, anything?
Any good news?
Has anyone who was laid off in this final round found a new job yet? Internal or external?
Special Consideration Pay for HCM RNs
Were a lot of HCM RNs laid off on Nov. 7th and then told they weren't needed after Nov 22, but still being paid for 60 days? That is interesting because my coach announced to us last week that they are offering us special consideration pay from now... — read more
December 6 meeting (HCM-RN)
Do we know what this is about? Business as usual or layoffs related? Any info would be appreciated.
What's the latest on layoffs?
I'm noticing less chatter about possible layoff dates. Does that mean we at least safe for the holidays?
Layoff Criteria
As far as criteria for the lay off, as other posters have commented, we will never know how we are chosen. For me, I do not use my health insurance, I do not take prescription drugs, so I don't cost them extra for this. I do maximize my 401K for the... — read more
A CVS-Aetna deal could force Wal-Mart to buy Humana, analyst says
A CVS-Aetna deal could force Wal-Mart to buy Humana, analyst says Wal-Mart could consider a deal for Humana, according to Leerink Partners senior health care analyst Ana Gupte. Buying Humana would cost more than $46 billion, she suggested. CVS is... — read more
The value-based care model
Einstein Healthcare Network and Humana Team Up to Offer a Better Patient Experience in Southeastern Pennsylvania for Humana Medicare Advantage Members Announcing new value-based care agreement. Business Wire article. Nov. 30th
BBs presentation on 11/13 on hi page
Says specifically they are looking to buy a home health agency and to optimize HAH, and that is what Fle—ing was hired to do...
Next round of layoffs- coach 22 or 💯- any input?
I would think the next round of layoffs will be based on seniority....coach 22 or 💯 ,any ideas.
Associates fed up and leaving
Was reteamed again. She doesn’t seem thrilled to have reteamed members. I’m done. Never worked in such a negative environment prior to Humana. Just trying to make it to January to see if I make next layoff list and if the January... — read more
From an article in Barron’s today
From Wal-Mart to Walgreens, Humana Could Have Its Pick of Suitors ByTeresa Rivas Nov. 27, 2017 11:37 a.m. ET Shares of Humana (HUM) are up more than 18% this year, but could go higher still if the company gets an attractive takeover offer. From... — read more
Humana hired someone to direct strategic planning for HAH
So much for all you doomsdayers who swore the program was being closed the first quarter of 2018. Seems my info was spot on about it continuing, just on a smaller scale.
More changes...when will the stress and change end?
https://insiderlouisville.com/business/analyst-humana-possible-takeover-target-of-cigna/amp/
coaches
I know that not all are bad. I know that several try really hard and are Just as frustrated as we are. But seriously, why does it seem like so many are so bad? My coach hasn't worked more than 5 full days in the last 2 months. And no, I am no... — read more
Another HUGE layoff in the middle of January. Perhaps it should be discussed with employees too.
https://www.forbes.com/sites/brucejapsen/2017/11/08/humana-profits-fall-as-insurer-cuts-2700-jobs/#4eaedeb122c5