Healthspring (NYSE:HS)

Commenting on 2009 first quarter results, Herb Fritch, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, said, “The first quarter was a solid beginning to 2009 for HealthSpring, particularly for our Part D and South Florida operations. In addition, we are very encouraged by the strongest open-enrollment period in the history of our Company, particularly as it indicates the relative attractiveness of our various Medicare product offerings.”

The Company maintains its previously published operating and financial guidance for 2009.

Source: Business Wire (April 30, 2009)

Guidance Report: (Non-China)

Full Year Fiscal 2009 Guidance Ending December

"As reflected in membership increases during the 2009 open enrollment period, we believe our products are becoming increasingly compelling as a cost-savings alternative to fee-for-service Medicare, particular in light of current economic conditions. We believe that our value proposition and focus on quality of care improvement will resonate in the coming political debate over the future of Medicare Advantage funding.”

*Non-GAAP EPS Figures exclude non-operating gains and losses. 

Source: Business Wire (February 10, 2009)