title: Trickle-down theory. Anthem's expensive acquisition of Trigon Healthcare raises question of whether local providers may end up with the bill.
abstract: Anthem's acquisition of Trigon Healthcare, its largest deal to date at $4 billion in cash and stock, gives the insurer a sturdy foothold in the Southeast while rewarding Trigon's shareholders with a profit. Anthem CEO Larry Glasscock (right) and Trigon CEO Thomas Snead expect a smooth transition. Anthem has taken a pricey step toward becoming the No. 1 Blues plan consolidator. But will local providers end up footing much of the bill?
authors.forename: Laura B
authors.initials: LB
authors.lastname: Benko
mesh_terms: D054598:Blue Cross Blue Shield Insurance Plans / Q000191:economics / Q000458:organization & administration*; D004469:Economics, Hospital / Q000639:trends; D019981:Health Care Sector; D007343:Insurance Carriers / Q000191:economics*; D007449:Investments / Q000191:economics; D009935:Organizational Affiliation / Q000191:economics*; D015144:Southeastern United States; D014768:Virginia