WellCare Government Membership Up But Costs May Lead To Loss
Executive Summary
WellCare anticipates a net loss in the first quarter 2008, versus net income of $25 million in the first quarter of 2007, due to higher medical expenses and costs associated with ongoing government and special committee investigations
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