Summary
Elevance Health, Inc. (then operating as WellPoint, Inc.) filed this Form 8-K on February 7, 2005, to report its financial results for the fourth quarter and full fiscal year ended December 31, 2004. The filing itself does not contain the detailed financial figures but rather incorporates by reference a press release (Exhibit 99.1) that provides these results. Investors should refer to the press release for specific financial performance metrics, earnings per share, revenue, and operational highlights for the period. This report serves as a notification mechanism for the release of this significant financial information. While the 8-K itself is brief, the attached press release is the critical document for understanding WellPoint's financial condition and operational results at the close of 2004, preceding the company's eventual rebranding to Elevance Health.
Key Highlights
- 1Filing announced financial results for the fourth quarter and full fiscal year ended December 31, 2004.
- 2The report incorporates by reference a press release (Exhibit 99.1) containing the detailed financial results.
- 3The filing date was February 7, 2005, with the earliest event reported being February 7, 2005.
- 4The company reported was WellPoint, Inc. (later known as Elevance Health).
- 5The report falls under Section 2 (Financial Information) and Section 9 (Financial Statements and Exhibits) of Form 8-K.
- 6The Chief Financial and Accounting Officer, David C. Colby, signed the report.