Elevance Health (ELV) 10-K 22 Feb 17 2016 FY Annual report Financial data

Document And Entity Information

Document And Entity Information - USD ($)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Feb. 10, 2017	Jun. 30, 2016
Document and Entity Information
Document Type	10-K
Amendment Flag	false
Document Period End Date	Dec. 31, 2016
Document Fiscal Year Focus	2,016
Document Fiscal Period Focus	FY
Trading Symbol	ANTM
Entity Registrant Name	Anthem, Inc.
Entity Central Index Key	1,156,039
Current Fiscal Year End Date	--12-31
Entity Filer Category	Large Accelerated Filer
Entity Current Reporting Status	Yes
Entity Voluntary Filers	No
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer	Yes
Entity Public Float			$ 34,510,272,302
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding		264,378,577

Consolidated Balance Sheets

Consolidated Balance Sheets - USD ($) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents	$ 4,075.3	$ 2,113.5
Investments available-for-sale, at fair value:
Fixed maturity securities (amortized cost of $16,991.8 and $16,950.0)	17,163.1	16,920
Equity securities (cost of $1,076.1 and $1,055.8)	1,468.5	1,441.8
Other invested assets, current	15.8	19.1
Accrued investment income	164.5	170.8
Premium and self-funded receivables	5,860.8	4,602.8
Other receivables	2,536.6	2,421.4
Income taxes receivable	168.7	316.6
Securities lending collateral	1,079.8	1,300.4
Other current assets	1,781.8	1,555.7
Total current assets	34,314.9	30,862.1
Long-term investments available-for-sale, at fair value:
Fixed maturity securities (amortized cost of $524.6 and $550.4)	524.4	558.2
Equity securities (cost of $27.2 and $27.3)	31.4	31
Other invested assets, long-term	2,240.5	2,041.1
Property and equipment, net	1,977.9	2,019.8
Goodwill	17,561.2	17,562.2
Other intangible assets	7,964.9	8,158
Other noncurrent assets	467.9	485.4
Total assets	65,083.1	61,717.8
Liabilities and shareholders' equity
Medical claims payable	7,892.6	7,569.8
Reserves for future policy benefits	71.8	71.9
Other policyholder liabilities	2,221.1	2,256.5
Total policy liabilities	10,185.5	9,898.2
Unearned income	971.9	1,145.5
Accounts payable and accrued expenses	4,014.9	3,318.8
Security trades pending payable	93.5	73.1
Securities lending payable	1,078.9	1,300.9
Short-term borrowings	440	540
Current portion of long-term debt	928.4	0
Other current liabilities	3,581.3	2,816.1
Total current liabilities	21,294.4	19,092.6
Long-term debt, less current portion	14,358.5	15,324.5
Reserves for future policy benefits, noncurrent	666.1	631.7
Deferred tax liabilities, net	2,779.9	2,630.6
Other noncurrent liabilities	883.8	994.3
Total liabilities	39,982.7	38,673.7
Commitments and contingencies-Note 13
Shareholders' equity
Preferred stock, without par value, shares authorized - 100,000,000; shares issued and outstanding - none	0	0
Common stock, par value $0.01, shares authorized - 900,000,000; shares issued and outstanding - 263,747,395 and 261,238,188	2.6	2.6
Additional paid-in capital	8,805.1	8,555.6
Retained earnings	16,560.6	14,778.5
Accumulated other comprehensive loss	(267.9)	(292.6)
Total shareholders' equity	25,100.4	23,044.1
Total liabilities and shareholders' equity	$ 65,083.1	$ 61,717.8

Consolidated Balance Sheets (Pa

Consolidated Balance Sheets (Parenthetical) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Statement of Financial Position [Abstract]
Available-for-sale fixed maturity securities investments, current, amortized cost	$ 16,991.8	$ 16,950
Available-for-sale equity securities investments, current, cost	1,076.1	1,055.8
Available-for-sale fixed maturity securities investments, long-term, amortized cost	524.6	550.4
Available-for-sale equity securities investments, long-term, cost	$ 27.2	$ 27.3
Preferred stock, par value	$ 0	$ 0
Preferred stock, shares authorized	100,000,000	100,000,000
Preferred stock, shares issued	0	0
Preferred stock, shares outstanding	0	0
Common stock, par value	$ 0.01	$ 0.01
Common stock, shares authorized	900,000,000	900,000,000
Common stock, shares issued	263,747,395	261,238,188
Common stock, shares outstanding	263,747,395	261,238,188

Consolidated Statements of Inco

Consolidated Statements of Income - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Revenues
Premiums	$ 78,860.1	$ 73,385.1	$ 68,389.8
Administrative fees	5,298.8	4,976.6	4,590.6
Other revenue	35.1	43.1	41.3
Total operating revenue	84,194	78,404.8	73,021.7
Net investment income	779.5	677.6	724.4
Net realized gains on financial instruments	4.9	157.5	177
Other than temporary impairment losses on investments:
Total other-than-temporary impairment losses on investments	(147.1)	(99.9)	(56.2)
Portion of other-than-temporary impairment losses recognized in other comprehensive income	31.7	16.5	7.2
Other-than-temporary impairment losses recognized in income	(115.4)	(83.4)	(49)
Total revenues	84,863	79,156.5	73,874.1
Expenses
Benefit expense	66,834.4	61,116.9	56,854.9
Selling, general and administrative expense:
Selling expense	1,391.5	1,441.1	1,490.1
General and administrative expense	11,166.4	11,093.7	10,258.3
Total selling, general and administrative expense	12,557.9	12,534.8	11,748.4
Interest expense	723	653	600.7
Amortization of other intangible assets	192.3	230.1	220.9
(Gain) loss on extinguishment of debt	0	(9.3)	81.1
Total expenses	80,307.6	74,525.5	69,506
Income from continuing operations before income tax expense	4,555.4	4,631	4,368.1
Income tax expense	2,085.6	2,071	1,808
Income from continuing operations	2,469.8	2,560	2,560.1
Income from discontinued operations, net of tax	0	0	9.6
Net income	$ 2,469.8	$ 2,560	$ 2,569.7
Basic net income per share:
Basic - continuing operations (in dollars per share)	$ 9.39	$ 9.73	$ 9.28
Basic - discontinued operations (in dollars per share)	0	0	0.03
Basic net income per share	9.39	9.73	9.31
Diluted net income per share:
Diluted - continuing operations (in dollars per share)	9.21	9.38	8.96
Diluted - discontinued operations (in dollars per share)	0	0	0.03
Diluted net income per share	9.21	9.38	8.99
Dividends per share	$ 2.60	$ 2.50	$ 1.75

Consolidated Statements of Comp

Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income - USD ($) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended								12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Sep. 30, 2016	Jun. 30, 2016	Mar. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Sep. 30, 2015	Jun. 30, 2015	Mar. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Net income	$ 368.4	$ 617.8	$ 780.6	$ 703	$ 180.9	$ 654.8	$ 859.1	$ 865.2	$ 2,469.8	$ 2,560	$ 2,569.7
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax:
Change in net unrealized gains/losses on investments									117.9	(384.3)	118.6
Change in non-credit component of other-than-ternporary impairment losses on investments									5.4	(5.6)	(3.9)
Change in net unrealized gains/losses on cash flow hedges									(87.3)	(45.2)	(3.6)
Change in net periodic pension and postretirement costs									(13.4)	(26)	(118.1)
Foreign currency translation adjustments									2.1	(3.4)	(4.3)
Other comprehensive income (loss)									24.7	(464.5)	(11.3)
Total comprehensive income									2,494.5	2,095.5	2,558.4
Parent Company [Member]
Net income									2,469.8	2,560	2,569.7
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax:
Change in net unrealized gains/losses on investments									117.9	(384.3)	118.6
Change in non-credit component of other-than-ternporary impairment losses on investments									5.4	(5.6)	(3.9)
Change in net unrealized gains/losses on cash flow hedges									(87.3)	(45.2)	(3.6)
Change in net periodic pension and postretirement costs									(13.4)	(26)	(118.1)
Foreign currency translation adjustments									2.1	(3.4)	(4.3)
Other comprehensive income (loss)									24.7	(464.5)	(11.3)
Total comprehensive income									$ 2,494.5	$ 2,095.5	$ 2,558.4

Consolidated Statements of Cash

Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Operating activities
Net income	$ 2,469.8	$ 2,560	$ 2,569.7
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:
Net realized gains on financial instruments	(4.9)	(157.5)	(177)
Other-than-temporary impairment losses recognized in income	115.4	83.4	49
(Gain) loss on extinguishment of debt	0	(9.3)	81.1
Gain on disposal from discontinued operations	0	0	(3.2)
Loss (gain) on disposal of assets	4.5	16	(1.7)
Deferred income taxes	126.9	(65.9)	30.7
Amortization, net of accretion	807.8	802.1	744.5
Depreciation expense	104	105.8	106.5
Impairment of property and equipment	44.8	1.8	7.9
Share-based compensation	164.6	148.2	168.9
Excess tax benefits from share-based compensation	(53.5)	(95.8)	(46.4)
Changes in operating assets and liabilities:
Receivables, net	(1,380.5)	(42.9)	(1,899.7)
Other invested assets	(19.4)	5.9	(21.7)
Other assets	(127.7)	33.8	405.5
Policy liabilities	321.7	193	1,240.6
Unearned income	(173.6)	33.9	255.1
Accounts payable and accrued expenses	116.6	(219.3)	(14.4)
Other liabilities	605.7	686.4	(7.9)
Income taxes	178.8	41.5	(34)
Other, net	(96.5)	(5.1)	(84.2)
Net cash provided by operating activities	3,204.5	4,116	3,369.3
Investing activities
Purchases of fixed maturity securities	(10,157.7)	(9,792)	(9,613.4)
Proceeds from fixed maturity securities:
Sales	8,636	8,909.2	8,066
Maturities, calls and redemptions	1,418.6	1,313.6	1,318.7
Purchases of equity securities	(1,476.3)	(1,561.4)	(912)
Proceeds from sales of equity securities	1,592.8	1,471.1	746.5
Purchases of other invested assets	(433.1)	(505.8)	(205.7)
Proceeds from sales of other invested assets	304.9	85.9	124.7
Changes in collateral and settlement of non-hedging derivatives	(34.5)	(36.5)	(67.4)
Changes in securities lending collateral	222	214.4	(545.6)
Purchases of subsidiaries, net of cash acquired	0	(638.9)	0
Proceeds from sale of subsidiary, net of cash sold	0	0	740
Purchases of property and equipment	(583.6)	(638.2)	(714.6)
Proceeds from sales of property and equipment	0	35.3	88
Other, net	(3)	(8.2)	(0.1)
Net cash used in investing activities	(513.9)	(1,151.5)	(974.9)
Financing activities
Net (repayments of) proceeds from commercial paper borrowings	(53.2)	682.2	(379.2)
Proceeds from long-term borrowings	0	1,226.5	2,700
Repayments of long-term borrowings	0	(2,697.2)	(1,730.1)
Proceeds from short-term borrowings	2,400	2,760	2,050
Repayments of short-term borrowings	(2,500)	(2,620)	(2,050)
Changes in securities lending payable	(222)	(214.4)	545.6
Changes in bank overdrafts	513.8	(243.8)	173
Premiums paid on equity call options	0	(16.7)	0
Proceeds from sale of put options	0	16.6	0
Repurchase and retirement of common stock	0	(1,515.8)	(2,998.8)
Change in collateral and settlements of debt-related derivatives	(360.4)	0	0
Cash dividends	(684)	(656.6)	(480.7)
Proceeds from issuance of common stock under employee stock plans	119.4	186	301.3
Excess tax benefits from share-based compensation	53.5	95.8	46.4
Net cash used in financing activities	(732.9)	(2,997.4)	(1,822.5)
Effect of foreign exchange rates on cash and cash equivalents	4.1	(5.3)	(7.1)
Change in cash and cash equivalents	1,961.8	(38.2)	564.8
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year	2,113.5	2,151.7	1,586.9
Cash and cash equivalents at end of year	$ 4,075.3	$ 2,113.5	$ 2,151.7

Consolidated Statements of Shar

Consolidated Statements of Shareholders' Equity - USD ($) shares in Millions, $ in Millions	Total	Common Stock [Member]	Additional Paid In Capital [Member]	Retained Earnings [Member]	Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Member]
Balance, beginning (in shares) at Dec. 31, 2013		293.3
Balance, beginning at Dec. 31, 2013	$ 24,765.2	$ 2.9	$ 10,765.2	$ 13,813.9	$ 183.2
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]
Net income	2,569.7			2,569.7
Other comprehensive loss	(11.3)				(11.3)
Premiums for and settlement of equity options	(31.4)		(31.4)
Repurchase and retirement of common stock, shares		(30.4)
Repurchase and retirement of common stock	(2,998.8)	$ (0.2)	(1,115.5)	(1,883.1)
Dividends and dividend equivalents	(486.1)			(486.1)
Issuance of common stock under employee stock plans, net of related tax benefits (in shares)		5.2
Issuance of common stock under employee stock plans, net of related tax benefits	444		444
Balance, ending (in shares) at Dec. 31, 2014		268.1
Balance, ending at Dec. 31, 2014	24,251.3	$ 2.7	10,062.3	14,014.4	171.9
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]
Net income	2,560			2,560
Other comprehensive loss	(464.5)				(464.5)
Premiums for and settlement of equity options	$ (14)		(14)
Repurchase and retirement of common stock, shares	(10.4)	(10.4)
Repurchase and retirement of common stock	$ (1,515.8)	$ (0.1)	(382.2)	(1,133.5)
Dividends and dividend equivalents	(662.4)			(662.4)
Issuance of common stock under employee stock plans, net of related tax benefits (in shares)		3.5
Issuance of common stock under employee stock plans, net of related tax benefits	308.2		308.2
Convertible debenture repurchases and conversions	(1,287.8)		(1,287.8)
Equity Units contract payments and issuance costs	(130.9)		(130.9)
Balance, ending (in shares) at Dec. 31, 2015		261.2
Balance, ending at Dec. 31, 2015	23,044.1	$ 2.6	8,555.6	14,778.5	(292.6)
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]
Net income	2,469.8			2,469.8
Other comprehensive loss	24.7				24.7
Dividends and dividend equivalents	(687.7)			(687.7)
Issuance of common stock under employee stock plans, net of related tax benefits (in shares)		2.5
Issuance of common stock under employee stock plans, net of related tax benefits	249.2		249.2
Equity units issuance costs adjustment	0.3		0.3
Balance, ending (in shares) at Dec. 31, 2016		263.7
Balance, ending at Dec. 31, 2016	$ 25,100.4	$ 2.6	$ 8,805.1	$ 16,560.6	$ (267.9)

Organization

Organization	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]
Organization	Organization References to the terms “we,” “our,” “us,” “Anthem” or the “Company” used throughout these Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements refer to Anthem, Inc., an Indiana corporation, and unless the context otherwise requires, its direct and indirect subsidiaries. We are one of the largest health benefits companies in the United States in terms of medical membership, serving 39.9 medical members through our affiliated health plans as of December 31, 2016 . We offer a broad spectrum of network-based managed care plans to large and small employer, individual, Medicaid and Medicare markets. Our managed care plans include: preferred provider organizations, or PPOs; health maintenance organizations, or HMOs; point-of-service, or POS, plans; traditional indemnity plans and other hybrid plans, including consumer-driven health plans, or CDHPs; and hospital only and limited benefit products. In addition, we provide a broad array of managed care services to self-funded customers, including claims processing, underwriting, stop loss insurance, actuarial services, provider network access, medical cost management, disease management, wellness programs and other administrative services. We provide an array of specialty and other insurance products and services such as dental, vision, life and disability insurance benefits, radiology benefit management and analytics-driven personal health care. We also provide services to the federal government in connection with the Federal Employee Program, or FEP. We sold contact lenses, eyeglasses and other ocular products through our 1-800 CONTACTS, Inc., or 1-800 CONTACTS, business which was divested on January 31, 2014. We are an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association, or BCBSA, an association of independent health benefit plans. We serve our members as the Blue Cross licensee for California and as the Blue Cross and Blue Shield, or BCBS, licensee for Colorado, Connecticut, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Maine, Missouri (excluding 30 counties in the Kansas City area), Nevada, New Hampshire, New York (as BCBS in 10 New York City metropolitan and surrounding counties, and as Blue Cross or BCBS in selected upstate counties), Ohio, Virginia (excluding the Northern Virginia suburbs of Washington, D.C.) and Wisconsin. In a majority of these service areas we do business as Anthem Blue Cross, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia, and Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield or Empire Blue Cross (in our New York service areas). We also conduct business through arrangements with other BCBS licensees in South Carolina and Western New York. Through our AMERIGROUP Corporation, or Amerigroup, subsidiary, we conduct business in Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Maryland, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Tennessee, Texas, and Washington. In addition, we conduct business through our Simply Healthcare Holdings, Inc., or Simply Healthcare, subsidiary in Florida. We also serve customers throughout the country as HealthLink, UniCare (including a non-risk arrangement with Massachusetts), and in certain Arizona, California, Nevada and Virginia markets through our CareMore Health Group, Inc., or CareMore, subsidiary. We are licensed to conduct insurance operations in all 50 states through our subsidiaries.

Basis Of Presentation And Signi

Basis Of Presentation And Significant Accounting Policies	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Accounting Policies [Abstract]
Basis Of Presentation And Significant Accounting Policies	Basis of Presentation and Significant Accounting Policies Basis of Presentation: The accompanying consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Anthem and its subsidiaries and have been prepared in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles, or GAAP. All significant intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation. Certain of our subsidiaries operate outside of the United States and have functional currencies other than the U.S. dollar, or USD. We translate the assets and liabilities of those subsidiaries to USD using the exchange rate in effect at the end of the period. We translate the revenues and expenses of those subsidiaries to USD using the average exchange rates in effect during the period. The net effect of these translation adjustments is included in “Foreign currency translation adjustments” in our consolidated statements of comprehensive income. Reclassifications: Certain prior year amounts have been reclassified to conform to the current year presentation. Use of Estimates: The preparation of consolidated financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires us to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in our consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes. Actual results could differ from those estimates. Cash and Cash Equivalents: Cash and cash equivalents includes available cash and all highly liquid investments with maturities of three months or less when purchased. We control a number of bank accounts that are used exclusively to hold customer funds for the administration of customer benefits. At December 31, 2016 and 2015, we held $157.0 and $ 122.6 , respectively, of customer funds with an offsetting liability in other current liabilities. Investments: Certain Financial Accounting Standards Board, or FASB, other-than-temporary impairment, or OTTI, guidance applies to fixed maturity securities and provides guidance on the recognition, presentation of, and disclosures for OTTIs. If a fixed maturity security is in an unrealized loss position and we have the intent to sell the fixed maturity security, or it is more likely than not that we will have to sell the fixed maturity security before recovery of its amortized cost basis, the decline in value is deemed to be other-than-temporary and is presented within the Other-than-temporary impairment losses recognized in income line item on our consolidated statements of income. For impaired fixed maturity securities that we do not intend to sell or it is more likely than not that we will not have to sell such securities, but we expect that we will not fully recover the amortized cost basis, the credit component of the OTTI is presented within the Other-than-temporary impairment losses recognized in income line item on our consolidated statements of income and the non-credit component of the OTTI is recognized in other comprehensive income. Furthermore, unrealized losses entirely caused by non-credit related factors related to fixed maturity securities for which we expect to fully recover the amortized cost basis continue to be recognized in accumulated other comprehensive income , or AOCI. The credit component of an OTTI is determined primarily by comparing the net present value of projected future cash flows with the amortized cost basis of the fixed maturity security. The net present value is calculated by discounting our best estimate of projected future cash flows at the effective interest rate implicit in the fixed maturity security at the date of acquisition. For mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities, cash flow estimates are based on assumptions regarding the underlying collateral including prepayment speeds, vintage, type of underlying asset, geographic concentrations, default rates, recoveries and changes in value. For all other debt securities, cash flow estimates are driven by assumptions regarding probability of default, including changes in credit ratings, and estimates regarding timing and amount of recoveries associated with a default. The unrealized gains or losses on our current and long-term equity securities classified as available-for-sale are included in accumulated other comprehensive income as a separate component of shareholders’ equity, unless the decline in value is deemed to be other-than-temporary and we do not have the intent and ability to hold such equity securities until their full cost can be recovered, in which case such equity securities are written down to fair value and the loss is charged to other-than-temporary impairment losses recognized in income. We maintain various rabbi trusts to account for the assets and liabilities under certain deferred compensation plans. Under these plans, the participants can defer certain types of compensation and elect to receive a return on the deferred amounts based on the changes in fair value of various investment options, primarily a variety of mutual funds. We have corporate-owned life insurance policies on certain participants in the deferred compensation plans. The cash surrender value of the corporate-owned life insurance policies is reported in other invested assets, long-term, in the consolidated balance sheets. The remaining rabbi trust assets are generally invested according to the participant's investment election, and are classified as trading, which are reported in other invested assets, current, in the consolidated balance sheets. We use the equity method of accounting for investments in companies in which our ownership interest enables us to influence the operating or financial decisions of the investee company. Our proportionate share of equity in net income of these unconsolidated affiliates is reported with net investment income. For asset-backed securities included in fixed maturity securities, we recognize income using an effective yield based on anticipated prepayments and the estimated economic life of the securities. When estimates of prepayments change, the effective yield is recalculated to reflect actual payments to date and anticipated future payments. The net investment in the securities is adjusted to the amount that would have existed had the new effective yield been applied since the acquisition of the securities. Such adjustments are reported with net investment income. Investment income is recorded when earned. All securities sold resulting in investment gains and losses are recorded on the trade date. Realized gains and losses are determined on the basis of the cost or amortized cost of the specific securities sold. We participate in securities lending programs whereby marketable securities in our investment portfolio are transferred to independent brokers or dealers in exchange for cash and securities collateral. Under FASB guidance related to accounting for transfers and servicing of financial assets and extinguishments of liabilities, we recognize the collateral as an asset, which is reported as “Securities lending collateral” on our consolidated balance sheets and we record a corresponding liability for the obligation to return the collateral to the borrower, which is reported as “Securities lending payable.” The securities on loan are reported in the applicable investment category on our consolidated balance sheets. Unrealized gains or losses on securities lending collateral are included in accumulated other comprehensive income as a separate component of shareholders’ equity. The market value of loaned securities and that of the collateral pledged can fluctuate in non-synchronized fashions. To the extent the loaned securities' value appreciates faster or depreciates slower than the value of the collateral pledged, we are exposed to the risk of the shortfall. As a primary mitigating mechanism, the loaned securities and collateral pledged are marked to market on a daily basis and the shortfall, if any, is collected accordingly. Secondarily, the collateral level is set at 102% of the value of the loaned securities, which provides a cushion before any shortfall arises. The investment of the cash collateral is subject to market risk, which is managed by limiting the investments to higher quality and shorter duration instruments. Premium and Self-Funded Receivables: Premium and self-funded receivables include the uncollected amounts from fully-insured and self-funded groups, individuals and government programs, and are reported net of an allowance for doubtful accounts of $333.5 and $318.3 at December 31, 2016 and 2015 , respectively. The allowance for doubtful accounts is based on historical collection trends and our judgment regarding the ability to collect specific accounts. Other Receivables: Other receivables include pharmacy rebates, provider advances, claims recoveries, reinsurance, proceeds due from brokers on investment trades, other government receivables and other miscellaneous amounts due to us. These receivables are reported net of an allowance for doubtful accounts of $197.6 and $301.2 at December 31, 2016 and 2015 , respectively, which is based on historical collection trends and our judgment regarding the ability to collect specific accounts. Income Taxes: We file a consolidated income tax return. Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are recognized for temporary differences between the financial statement and tax return bases of assets and liabilities based on enacted tax rates and laws. The deferred tax benefits of the deferred tax assets are recognized to the extent realization of such benefits is more likely than not. Deferred income tax expense or benefit generally represents the net change in deferred income tax assets and liabilities during the year, excluding the impact from amounts initially recorded for business combinations, if any, and amounts recorded to accumulated other comprehensive income. Current income tax expense represents the tax consequences of revenues and expenses currently taxable or deductible on various income tax returns for the year reported. We account for income tax contingencies in accordance with FASB guidance that contains a model to address uncertainty in tax positions and clarifies the accounting for income taxes by prescribing a minimum recognition threshold, which all income tax positions must achieve before being recognized in the financial statements. Property and Equipment: Property and equipment is recorded at cost, net of accumulated depreciation. Depreciation is computed principally by the straight-line method over estimated useful lives ranging from fifteen to thirty-nine years for buildings and improvements, three to five years for data processing equipment and computer software, and the lesser of the remaining life of the building lease , if any, or seven years for furniture and other equipment. Leasehold improvements are depreciated over the term of the related lease. Certain costs related to the development or purchase of internal-use software are capitalized and amortized over five years . Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets: FASB guidance requires business combinations to be accounted for using the acquisition method of accounting and it also specifies the types of acquired intangible assets that are required to be recognized and reported separately from goodwill. Goodwill represents the excess of cost of acquisition over the fair value of net assets acquired. Other intangible assets represent the values assigned to customer relationships, provider and hospital networks, Blue Cross and Blue Shield and other trademarks, licenses, non-compete and other agreements. Goodwill and other intangible assets are allocated to reportable segments based on the relative fair value of the components of the businesses acquired. Goodwill and other intangible assets with indefinite lives are not amortized but are tested for impairment at least annually. We complete our annual impairment tests of existing goodwill and other intangible assets with indefinite lives during the fourth quarter of each year. Certain interim impairment tests are also performed when potential impairment indicators exist or changes in our business or other triggering events occur. Goodwill and other intangible assets are allocated to reporting units for purposes of the annual goodwill impairment test. In addition, certain other intangible assets with indefinite lives, such as trademarks, are also tested separately. FASB guidance allows for qualitative assessments of whether it is more likely than not that the fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying amount for purposes of a goodwill impairment analysis and whether it is more likely than not that an indefinite-lived intangible asset is impaired for purposes of an indefinite-lived intangible asset impairment analysis. Quantitative analysis must be performed if qualitative analyses are not conclusive. Entities also have the option to bypass the assessment of qualitative factors and proceed directly to performing quantitative analyses. We begin our annual tests with quantitative analyses. Our impairment tests require us to make assumptions and judgments regarding the estimated fair value of our reporting units, including goodwill and other intangible assets with indefinite lives. Estimated fair values developed based on our assumptions and judgments might be significantly different if other reasonable assumptions and estimates were to be used. Fair value for purposes of the goodwill impairment test is calculated using a blend of a projected income and market valuation approach. The projected income approach is developed using assumptions about future revenue, expenses and net income derived from our internal planning process. Our assumed discount rate is based on our industry’s weighted-average cost of capital and reflects volatility associated with the cost of equity capital. Market valuations include market comparisons to publicly traded companies in our industry and are based on observed multiples of certain measures including revenue, EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization) and book value of invested capital. A goodwill impairment loss is recognized to the extent that the carrying amount exceeds the asset’s fair value. This determination is made at the reporting unit level and consists of two steps. First, the fair value of a reporting unit is determined and compared to its carrying amount. Second, if the carrying amount of a reporting unit exceeds its fair value, an impairment loss is recognized for any excess of the carrying amount of the reporting unit’s goodwill over the implied fair value of that goodwill. The implied fair value of goodwill is determined by allocating the fair value of the reporting unit in a manner similar to a purchase price allocation on a business acquisition, at the impairment test date. The fair value of indefinite-lived intangible assets is estimated and compared to the carrying value. We estimate the fair value of indefinite-lived intangible assets using a projected income approach. We recognize an impairment loss when the estimated fair value of indefinite-lived intangible assets is less than the carrying value. If significant impairment indicators are noted relative to other intangible assets subject to amortization, we may be required to record impairment losses against future income. Derivative Financial Instruments: We primarily invest in the following types of derivative financial instruments: interest rate swaps, forward contracts, put and call options, credit default swaps, embedded derivatives, warrants and swaptions. Derivatives embedded within non-derivative instruments, such as options embedded in convertible fixed maturity securities, are bifurcated from the host instrument when the embedded derivative is not clearly and closely related to the host instrument. Our use of derivatives is limited by statutes and regulations promulgated by the various regulatory bodies to which we are subject, and by our own derivative policy. Our derivative use is generally limited to hedging purposes, on an economic basis, and we generally do not use derivative instruments for speculative purposes. We have exposure to economic losses due to interest rate risk arising from changes in the level or volatility of interest rates. We attempt to mitigate our exposure to interest rate risk through active portfolio management, including rebalancing our existing portfolios of assets and liabilities, as well as changing the characteristics of investments to be purchased or sold in the future. In addition, derivative financial instruments are used to modify the interest rate exposure of certain liabilities or forecasted transactions. These strategies include the use of interest rate swaps and forward contracts, which are used to lock-in interest rates or to hedge, on an economic basis, interest rate risks associated with variable rate debt. We have used these types of instruments as designated hedges against specific liabilities. All investments in derivatives are recorded as assets or liabilities at fair value. If certain correlation, hedge effectiveness and risk reduction criteria are met, a derivative may be specifically designated as a hedge of exposure to changes in fair value or cash flow. The accounting for changes in the fair value of a derivative depends on the intended use of the derivative and the nature of any hedge designation thereon. Amounts excluded from the assessment of hedge effectiveness, if any, as well as the ineffective portion of the gain or loss, are reported in results of operations immediately. If the derivative is not designated as a hedge, the gain or loss resulting from the change in the fair value of the derivative is recognized in results of operations in the period of change. Cash flows associated with the settlement of non-designated derivatives are shown on a net basis in investing activity in our consolidated statements of cash flow. From time to time, we may also purchase derivatives to hedge, on an economic basis, our exposure to foreign currency exchange fluctuations associated with the operations of certain of our subsidiaries. We generally use futures or forward contracts for these transactions. We generally do not designate these contracts as hedges and, accordingly, the changes in fair value of these derivatives are recognized in income immediately. Credit exposure associated with non-performance by the counterparties to derivative instruments is generally limited to the uncollateralized fair value of the asset related to instruments recognized in the consolidated balance sheets. We attempt to mitigate the risk of non-performance by selecting counterparties with high credit ratings and monitoring their creditworthiness and by diversifying derivatives among multiple counterparties. At December 31, 2016 , we believe there were no material concentrations of credit risk with any individual counterparty. We generally enter into master netting agreements, which reduce credit risk by permitting net settlement of transactions with the same counterparty. Certain of our derivative agreements also contain credit support provisions that require us or the counterparty to post collateral if there are declines in the derivative fair value or our credit rating. The derivative assets and derivative liabilities are reported at their fair values net of collateral and netting by the counterparty. Retirement Benefits: We recognize the funded status of pension and other postretirement benefit plans on the consolidated balance sheets based on fiscal-year-end measurements of plan assets and benefit obligations. Prepaid pension benefits represent prepaid costs related to defined benefit pension plans and are reported with other noncurrent assets. Postretirement benefits represent outstanding obligations for retiree medical, life, vision and dental benefits. Liabilities for pension and other postretirement benefits are reported with current and noncurrent liabilities based on the amount by which the actuarial present value of benefits payable in the next twelve months included in the benefit obligation exceeds the fair value of plan assets. We determine the expected return on plan assets using the calculated value of plan assets, which recognizes changes in the fair value of plan assets in a systematic manner over three years. We apply a corridor approach to amortize unrecognized actuarial gains or losses. Under this approach, only accumulated net actuarial gains or losses in excess of 10% of the greater of the projected benefit obligation or the fair value of plan assets are amortized over the average remaining service or lifetime of the workforce as a component of net periodic benefit cost. Medical Claims Payable: Liabilities for medical claims payable include estimated provisions for incurred but not paid claims on an undiscounted basis, as well as estimated provisions for expenses related to the processing of claims. Incurred but not paid claims include (1) an estimate for claims that are incurred but not reported, as well as claims reported to us but not yet processed through our systems; and (2) claims reported to us and processed through our systems but not yet paid. Liabilities for both claims incurred but not reported and reported but not yet processed through our systems are determined in aggregate, employing actuarial methods that are commonly used by health insurance actuaries and meet Actuarial Standards of Practice. Actuarial Standards of Practice require that the claim liabilities be appropriate under moderately adverse circumstances. We determine the amount of the liability for incurred but not paid claims by following a detailed actuarial process that entails using both historical claim payment patterns as well as emerging medical cost trends to project our best estimate of claim liabilities. Under this process, historical paid claims data is formatted into “claim triangles,” which compare claim incurred dates to the dates of claim payments. This information is analyzed to create “completion factors” that represent the average percentage of total incurred claims that have been paid through a given date after being incurred. Completion factors are applied to claims paid through the period end date to estimate the ultimate claim expense incurred for the period. Actuarial estimates of incurred but not paid claim liabilities are then determined by subtracting the actual paid claims from the estimate of the ultimate incurred claims. For the most recent incurred months (typically the most recent two months), the percentage of claims paid for claims incurred in those months is generally low. This makes the completion factor methodology less reliable for such months. Therefore, incurred claims for recent months are not projected from historical completion and payment patterns; rather they are projected by estimating the claims expense for those months based on recent claims expense levels and health care trend levels, or “trend factors.” We regularly review and set assumptions regarding cost trends and utilization when initially establishing claim liabilities. We continually monitor and adjust the claims liability and benefit expense based on subsequent paid claims activity. If it is determined that our assumptions regarding cost trends and utilization are significantly different than actual results, our income statement and financial position could be impacted in future periods. Premium deficiencies are recognized when it is probable that expected claims and administrative expenses will exceed future premiums on existing medical insurance contracts without consideration of investment income. Determination of premium deficiencies for longer duration life and disability contracts includes consideration of investment income. For purposes of premium deficiencies, contracts are deemed to be either short or long duration and are grouped in a manner consistent with our method of acquiring, servicing and measuring the profitability of such contracts. Once established, premium deficiencies are released commensurate with actual claims experience over the remaining life of the contract. No premium deficiencies were established at December 31, 2016 or 2015 . Benefit expense includes incurred medical claims as well as quality improvement expenses for our fully-insured members. Quality improvement activities are those designed to improve member health outcomes, prevent hospital readmissions and improve patient safety. They also include expenses for wellness and health promotion provided to our members. Reserves for Future Policy Benefits: Reserves for future policy benefits include liabilities for life and long-term disability insurance policy benefits based upon interest, mortality and morbidity assumptions from published actuarial tables, modified based upon our experience. Future policy benefits also include liabilities for insurance policies for which some of the premiums received in earlier years are intended to pay anticipated benefits to be incurred in future years. Future policy benefits are continually monitored and reviewed, and when reserves are adjusted, differences are reflected in benefit expense. The current portion of reserves for future policy benefits relates to the portion of such reserves that we expect to pay within one year . We believe that our liabilities for future policy benefits, along with future premiums received are adequate to satisfy our ultimate benefit liability; however, these estimates are inherently subject to a number of variable circumstances. Consequently, the actual results could differ materially from the amounts recorded in our consolidated financial statements. Other Policyholder Liabilities: Other policyholder liabilities include rate stabilization reserves associated with retrospectively rated insurance contracts and certain case-specific reserves. Other policyholder liabilities also includes liabilities for premium refunds based upon the minimum medical loss ratio, or MLR, the relative health risk of members, or other contractual or regulatory requirements. Rate stabilization reserves represent accumulated premiums that exceed what customers owe us based on actual claim experience. The timing of payment of these retrospectively rated refunds is based on the contractual terms with the customers and can vary from period to period based on the specific contractual requirements. We are required to meet certain minimum MLR thresholds prescribed by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, or ACA, and related Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010, or collectively, Health Care Reform. If we do not meet or exceed the minimum MLR thresholds specified by Health Care Reform, we are required to pay rebates to certain customers. Minimum MLR rebates are calculated by applicable line of business (Large Group, Small Group, Individual and Medicare) and legal entity in accordance with regulations issued by the Department of Health and Human Services, or HHS. Such calculations are made using estimated calendar year medical loss expense and premiums, as defined by HHS. We follow HHS guidelines for determining the types of expenses that may be included in our minimum MLR rebate calculations, which differ from benefit expense and premiums as reported in our consolidated financial statements prepared in conformity with GAAP. Certain amounts reported as expense in our GAAP basis consolidated financial statements may be reported as a reduction of premiums in accordance with HHS regulations. In addition, profit amounts included in our payments to third party administrative service providers are recorded as benefit expense in our consolidated GAAP financial statements while HHS does not allow for the inclusion of these expenses within the medical loss expense for purposes of calculating minimum MLR. Revenue Recognition: Premiums for fully-insured contracts are recognized as revenue over the period insurance coverage is provided, and, if applicable, net of amounts recognized for the Health Care Reform minimum MLR rebates, risk adjustment, reinsurance and risk corridor or contractual premium stabilization programs. Premium payments from contracted government agencies are based on eligibility lists produced by the government agencies. Premiums related to the unexpired contractual coverage periods are reflected in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets as unearned income. Premiums include revenue from retrospectively rated contracts where revenue is based on the estimated loss experience of the contract. Premium revenue includes an adjustment for retrospectively rated refunds based on an estimate of incurred claims. Premium rates for certain lines of business are subject to approval by the Department of Insurance of each respective state. Additionally, delays in annual premium rate changes from contracted government agencies require that we defer the recognition of any increases to the period in which the premium rates become final. The value of the impact can be significant in the period in which it is recognized dependent on the magnitude of the premium rate increase, the membership to which it applies and the length of the delay between the effective date of the rate increase and the final contract date. Premium rate decreases are recognized in the period the change in premium rate becomes effective and the change in the rate is known, which may be prior to the period when the contract amendment affecting the rate is finalized. Administrative fees include revenue from certain group contracts that provide for the group to be at risk for all, or with supplemental insurance arrangements, a portion of their claims experience. We charge these self-funded groups an administrative fee, which is based on the number of members in a group or the group’s claim experience. In addition, administrative fees include amounts received for the administration of Medicare or certain other government programs. Under our self-funded arrangements, revenue is recognized as administrative services are performed. All benefit payments under these programs are excluded from benefit expense. Share-Based Compensation: Our current compensation philosophy provides for share-based compensation, including stock options, restricted stock awards and an employee stock purchase plan. Stock options are granted for a fixed number of shares with an exercise price at least equal to the fair value of the shares at the date of the grant. Restricted stock awards are issued at the fair value of the stock on the grant date. The employee stock purchase plan allows for a purchase price per share which is 95% of the fair value of a share of common stock on the last trading day of the plan quarter. The employee stock purchase plan discount is not recognized as compensation expense based on GAAP guidance. All other share-based payments to employees are recognized as compensation expense in the income statement based on their fair values. Additionally, excess tax benefits, which result from actual tax benefits exceeding deferred tax benefits previously recognized based on grant date fair value, are recognized as additional paid-in-capital and are reclassified from operating cash flows to financing cash flows in the consolidated statements of cash flows. Our share-based employee compensation plans and assumptions are described in Note 14, “Capital Stock.” Also see " Recent Accounting Guidance Not Yet Adopted" within this Note 2 for reference to pending accounting changes related to share-based compensation. Advertising and Marketing Costs : We use print, broadcast and other advertising to promote our products and to develop our corporate image. We market our products through direct marketing activities and an extensive network of independent agents, brokers and retail partnerships for Individual and Medicare customers, and for certain Local Group customers with a smaller employee base. Products for National Accounts and Local Group customers with a larger employee base are generally sold through independent brokers or consultants retained by the customer and working with industry specialists from our in-house sales force. In the Individual and Small Group markets we offer products through state or federally facilitated marketplaces, or public exchanges, and off-exchange products. The cost of advertising and marketing for product promotion is expensed as incurred while advertising and marketing costs associated with corporate image is expensed when first aired. Total advertising and marketing expense was $246.2 , $313.5 and $3

Business Acquisitions and Dives

Business Acquisitions and Divestitures	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Business Combinations [Abstract]
Business Acquisitions And Divestitures	Business Acquisitions and Divestiture Pending Acquisition of Cigna Corporation On July 24, 2015, we and Cigna Corporation, or Cigna, announced that we entered into an Agreement and Plan of Merger, or Merger Agreement, dated as of July 23, 2015, by and among Anthem, Cigna and Anthem Merger Sub Corp., a Delaware corporation and our direct wholly-owned subsidiary, pursuant to which we will acquire all outstanding shares of Cigna, or the Acquisition. This Acquisition will further our goal of creating a premier health benefits company with critical diversification and scale to lead the transformation of health care delivery for consumers. Cigna is a global health services organization that delivers affordable and personalized products and services to customers through employer-based, government-sponsored and individual coverage arrangements. All of Cigna's products and services are provided exclusively by or through its operating subsidiaries, including Connecticut General Life Insurance Company, Cigna Health and Life Insurance Company, Life Insurance Company of North America and Cigna Life Insurance Company of New York. Such products and services include an integrated suite of health services, such as medical, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, vision, supplemental benefits, and other related products including group life, accident and disability insurance. Cigna maintains sales capability in 30 countries and jurisdictions. Under the terms of the Merger Agreement, Cigna’s shareholders will receive $103.40 in cash and 0.5152 shares of our common stock for each Cigna common share outstanding. The value of the transaction is estimated to be approximately $53,000.0 based on the closing price of our common stock on the New York Stock Exchange on July 23, 2015. The final purchase price will be determined based on our closing stock price on the date of closing of the Acquisition. The combined company will reflect a pro forma equity ownership comprised of approximately 67% Anthem shareholders and approximately 33% Cigna shareholders. We expect to finance the cash portion of the Acquisition through available cash on hand and the issuance of new debt. We are party to a bridge facility commitment letter and a joinder agreement with a group of lenders which provides up to $19,500.0 under a 364 -day senior unsecured bridge term loan credit facility to finance the Acquisition in the event that we have not received proceeds from any combination of (i) senior unsecured term loans, (ii) common or preferred equity or equity-linked securities and/or (iii) senior unsecured notes in a public offering or private placement in an aggregate principal amount of at least $19,500.0 prior to the consummation of the Acquisition. In addition, in August 2015, we entered into a term loan facility which will provide up to $4,000.0 to finance a portion of the Acquisition. The commitment of the lenders to provide the bridge facility and the term loan facility is subject to several conditions, including the completion of the Acquisition. In July 2016, the U.S. Department of Justice, or DOJ, along with certain state attorneys general, filed a civil antitrust lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, or District Court, seeking to block the Acquisition. Trial commenced in November 2016 and concluded in January 2017. On January 18, 2017, we provided notice to Cigna that we had elected to extend the termination date under the Merger Agreement from January 31, 2017 until April 30, 2017. On February 8, 2017, the District Court ruled in favor of the DOJ, and following our motion to expedite the appeal, which was granted on February 17, 2017, we promptly appealed the District Court's ruling to the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit, or the Appellate Court. On February 14, 2017, Cigna purported to terminate the Merger Agreement and commenced litigation against us in the Delaware Court of Chancery, or Delaware Court, seeking damages and a declaratory judgment that its purported termination of the Merger Agreement was lawful, among other claims. We believe Cigna’s allegations are without merit. Also on February 14, 2017, we initiated our own litigation against Cigna in the Delaware Court seeking a temporary restraining order to enjoin Cigna from terminating the Merger Agreement, specific performance compelling Cigna to comply with the Merger Agreement and damages. On February 15, 2017, the Delaware Court granted our motion for a temporary restraining order and issued an order enjoining Cigna from terminating the Merger Agreement. The temporary restraining order became effective immediately and will remain in place pending any further order from the Delaware Court. A hearing will be scheduled the week of April 10, 2017. We intend to vigorously defend the Acquisition in both the Circuit Court and the Delaware Court and remain committed to completing the Acquisition as soon as practicable. If the Merger Agreement is terminated because the required regulatory approvals cannot be obtained, under certain conditions, we could be obligated to pay a $1,850.0 termination fee to Cigna. Acquisition of Simply Healthcare On February 17, 2015, we completed our acquisition of Simply Healthcare, a leading managed care company for people enrolled in Medicaid and Medicare programs in Florida. This acquisition aligns with our strategy for continued growth in our Government Business segment. In accordance with FASB accounting guidance for business combinations, the consideration transferred was allocated to the fair value of Simply Healthcare's assets acquired and liabilities assumed, including identifiable intangible assets. The excess of the consideration transferred over the fair value of net assets acquired resulted in non-tax-deductible goodwill of $474.7 at December 31, 2015, all of which was allocated to our Government Business segment. Goodwill recognized from the acquisition of Simply Healthcare primarily relates to the future economic benefits arising from the assets acquired and is consistent with our stated intentions to strengthen our position and expand operations in the government sector to service Medicaid and Medicare enrollees. There were no additional measurement period adjustments to the provisional amounts recorded at December 31, 2015. The fair value of the net assets acquired from Simply Healthcare includes $430.0 of other intangible assets at December 31, 2015, which primarily consist of indefinite-lived state licenses and finite-lived customer relationships with amortization periods ranging from 2 to 4 years. The results of operations of Simply Healthcare are included in our consolidated financial statements within our Government Business segment for the period following February 17, 2015. The pro forma effects of this acquisition for prior periods were not material to our consolidated results of operations. Divestiture of 1-800 CONTACTS In December 2013 , we entered into a definitive agreement to sell our 1-800 CONTACTS business to the private equity firm Thomas H. Lee Partners, L.P. In Addition, we entered into an asset purchase agreement with Luxottica Group to sell our glasses.com related assets, or collectively, 1-800 CONTACTS. The sales were completed on January 31, 2014 and did not result in any material difference to the loss on disposal from discontinued operations recorded during the year ended December 31, 2013. The operating results for 1-800 CONTACTS for the one month ended January 31, 2014 are reported as discontinued operations in the accompanying consolidated statements of income. The operating results for 1-800 CONTACTS were previously reported in the Commercial and Specialty Business segment.

Investments

Investments	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Investments [Abstract]
Investments	Investments A summary of current and long-term investments, available-for-sale, at December 31, 2016 and 2015 is as follows: Non-Credit Cost or Gross Gross Unrealized Losses Estimated Less than 12 Months December 31, 2016 Fixed maturity securities: United States Government securities $ 561.7 $ 2.5 $ (5.7 ) $ — $ 558.5 $ — Government sponsored securities 40.1 0.3 (0.3 ) (0.1 ) 40.0 — States, municipalities and political subdivisions, tax-exempt 6,024.6 139.1 (55.2 ) (3.2 ) 6,105.3 (3.8 ) Corporate securities 8,011.7 159.5 (49.5 ) (27.1 ) 8,094.6 (3.4 ) Residential mortgage-backed securities 1,916.9 32.3 (15.3 ) (4.6 ) 1,929.3 — Commercial mortgage-backed securities 216.8 1.2 (0.3 ) (3.4 ) 214.3 — Other debt securities 744.6 6.4 (1.5 ) (4.0 ) 745.5 — Total fixed maturity securities 17,516.4 341.3 (127.8 ) (42.4 ) 17,687.5 $ (7.2 ) Equity securities 1,103.3 407.3 (10.7 ) — 1,499.9 Total investments, available-for-sale $ 18,619.7 $ 748.6 $ (138.5 ) $ (42.4 ) $ 19,187.4 December 31, 2015 Fixed maturity securities: United States Government securities $ 349.5 $ 2.0 $ (1.6 ) $ — $ 349.9 $ — Government sponsored securities 75.6 0.5 (0.1 ) (0.1 ) 75.9 — States, municipalities and political subdivisions, tax-exempt 5,976.7 284.1 (4.0 ) (5.2 ) 6,251.6 — Corporate securities 8,209.7 61.1 (267.2 ) (110.5 ) 7,893.1 (15.4 ) Residential mortgage-backed securities 1,724.5 41.2 (7.6 ) (7.2 ) 1,750.9 — Commercial mortgage-backed securities 407.6 1.4 (4.3 ) (0.4 ) 404.3 — Other debt securities 756.8 4.1 (5.8 ) (2.6 ) 752.5 — Total fixed maturity securities 17,500.4 394.4 (290.6 ) (126.0 ) 17,478.2 $ (15.4 ) Equity securities 1,083.1 420.6 (30.9 ) — 1,472.8 Total investments, available-for-sale $ 18,583.5 $ 815.0 $ (321.5 ) $ (126.0 ) $ 18,951.0 For available-for-sale securities in an unrealized loss position at December 31, 2016 and 2015 , the following table summarizes the aggregate fair values and gross unrealized losses by length of time those securities have continuously been in an unrealized loss position. Less than 12 Months 12 Months or Greater Number of Securities Estimated Fair Value Gross Unrealized Loss Number of Securities Estimated Fair Value Gross Unrealized Loss (Securities are whole amounts) December 31, 2016 Fixed maturity securities: United States Government securities 51 $ 359.9 $ (5.7 ) — $ — $ — Government sponsored securities 18 26.4 (0.3 ) 1 1.0 (0.1 ) States, municipalities and political subdivisions, tax-exempt 1,022 1,849.0 (55.2 ) 28 60.7 (3.2 ) Corporate securities 1,272 2,640.6 (49.5 ) 203 422.8 (27.1 ) Residential mortgage-backed securities 430 905.8 (15.3 ) 114 136.9 (4.6 ) Commercial mortgage-backed securities 19 61.2 (0.3 ) 24 60.8 (3.4 ) Other debt securities 66 144.3 (1.5 ) 55 133.8 (4.0 ) Total fixed maturity securities 2,878 5,987.2 (127.8 ) 425 816.0 (42.4 ) Equity securities 452 233.1 (10.7 ) — — — Total fixed maturity and equity securities 3,330 $ 6,220.3 $ (138.5 ) 425 $ 816.0 $ (42.4 ) December 31, 2015 Fixed maturity securities: United States Government securities 48 $ 248.4 $ (1.6 ) 2 $ 0.9 $ — Government sponsored securities 13 18.3 (0.1 ) 6 8.2 (0.1 ) States, municipalities and political subdivisions, tax-exempt 198 467.8 (4.0 ) 43 83.0 (5.2 ) Corporate securities 2,492 4,912.3 (267.2 ) 372 447.0 (110.5 ) Residential mortgage-backed securities 298 668.3 (7.6 ) 119 186.3 (7.2 ) Commercial mortgage-backed securities 66 263.0 (4.3 ) 17 38.5 (0.4 ) Other debt securities 153 488.2 (5.8 ) 28 77.0 (2.6 ) Total fixed maturity securities 3,268 7,066.3 (290.6 ) 587 840.9 (126.0 ) Equity securities 792 261.1 (30.9 ) — — — Total fixed maturity and equity securities 4,060 $ 7,327.4 $ (321.5 ) 587 $ 840.9 $ (126.0 ) The amortized cost and fair value of available-for-sale fixed maturity securities at December 31, 2016 , by contractual maturity, are shown below. Expected maturities may differ from contractual maturities because the issuers of the securities may have the right to prepay obligations. Amortized Cost Estimated Fair Value Due in one year or less $ 381.4 $ 381.1 Due after one year through five years 4,821.7 4,883.9 Due after five years through ten years 5,629.8 5,718.1 Due after ten years 4,549.8 4,560.8 Mortgage-backed securities 2,133.7 2,143.6 Total available-for-sale fixed maturity securities $ 17,516.4 $ 17,687.5 The major categories of net investment income for the years ended December 31 are as follows: 2016 2015 2014 Fixed maturity securities $ 673.1 $ 679.0 $ 644.1 Equity securities 61.7 61.7 57.7 Cash equivalents 3.6 0.7 0.8 Other 84.9 (22.6 ) 66.3 Investment income 823.3 718.8 768.9 Investment expense (43.8 ) (41.2 ) (44.5 ) Net investment income $ 779.5 $ 677.6 $ 724.4 Net realized investment gains/losses and net change in unrealized appreciation/depreciation on investments for the years ended December 31 are as follows: 2016 2015 2014 Net realized gains (losses): Fixed maturity securities: Gross realized gains from sales $ 209.9 $ 135.9 $ 198.2 Gross realized losses from sales (152.1 ) (182.1 ) (50.6 ) Net realized gains (losses) from sales of fixed maturity securities 57.8 (46.2 ) 147.6 Equity securities: Gross realized gains from sales 205.5 233.4 93.5 Gross realized losses from sales (50.0 ) (45.1 ) (13.9 ) Net realized gains from sales of equity securities 155.5 188.3 79.6 Other investments: Gross realized gains from sales 7.2 5.0 13.1 Gross realized losses from sales (0.4 ) — — Net realized gains from sales of other investments 6.8 5.0 13.1 Net realized gains 220.1 147.1 240.3 Other-than-temporary impairment losses recognized in income: Fixed maturity securities (74.7 ) (31.2 ) (22.3 ) Equity securities (22.3 ) (35.6 ) (13.5 ) Other investments (18.4 ) (16.6 ) (13.2 ) Other-than-temporary impairment losses recognized in income (115.4 ) (83.4 ) (49.0 ) Change in net unrealized gains (losses) on investments: Fixed maturity securities 193.3 (372.9 ) 145.2 Equity securities 6.9 (217.7 ) 36.5 Other investments (2.5 ) (4.1 ) — Total change in net unrealized gains (losses) on investments 197.7 (594.7 ) 181.7 Deferred income tax (expense) benefit (79.8 ) 210.4 (63.1 ) Net change in net unrealized gains (losses) on investments 117.9 (384.3 ) 118.6 Net realized gains on investments, other-than-temporary impairment losses recognized in income and net change in net unrealized gains (losses) on investments $ 222.6 $ (320.6 ) $ 309.9 A primary objective in the management of our fixed maturity and equity portfolios is to maximize total return relative to underlying liabilities and respective liquidity needs. In achieving this goal, assets may be sold to take advantage of market conditions or other investment opportunities as well as tax considerations. Sales will generally produce realized gains and losses. In the ordinary course of business, we may sell securities at a loss for a number of reasons, including, but not limited to: (i) changes in the investment environment; (ii) expectations that the fair value could deteriorate further; (iii) desire to reduce exposure to an issuer or an industry; (iv) changes in credit quality; or (v) changes in expected cash flow. Proceeds from fixed maturity securities, equity securities and other invested assets and the related gross realized gains and gross realized losses for the years ended December 31 are as follows: 2016 2015 2014 Proceeds $ 11,952.3 $ 11,779.8 $ 10,255.9 Gross realized gains 422.6 374.3 304.8 Gross realized losses (202.5 ) (227.2 ) (64.5 ) A significant judgment in the valuation of investments is the determination of when an other-than-temporary decline in value has occurred. We follow a consistent and systematic process for recognizing impairments on securities that sustain other-than-temporary declines in value. We have established a committee responsible for the impairment review process. The decision to impair a security incorporates both quantitative criteria and qualitative information. The impairment review process considers a number of factors including, but not limited to: (i) the length of time and the extent to which the fair value has been less than book value, (ii) the financial condition and near term prospects of the issuer, (iii) our intent and ability to retain impaired investments for a period of time sufficient to allow for any anticipated recovery in fair value, (iv) our intent to sell or the likelihood that we will need to sell a fixed maturity security before recovery of its amortized cost basis, (v) whether the debtor is current on interest and principal payments, (vi) the reasons for the decline in value (i.e., credit event compared to liquidity, general credit spread widening, currency exchange rate or interest rate factors) and (vii) general market conditions and industry or sector specific factors. For securities that are deemed to be other-than-temporarily impaired, the security is adjusted to fair value and the resulting losses are recognized in the consolidated statements of income. The new cost basis of the impaired securities is not increased for future recoveries in fair value. Other-than-temporary impairments recorded in 2016 , 2015 and 2014 were primarily the result of the continued credit deterioration on specific issuers in the bond markets and the fair values of certain equity securities remaining below cost for an extended period of time. There were no individually significant OTTI losses on investments by issuer during 2016 , 2015 or 2014 . Investment securities are exposed to various risks, such as interest rate, market and credit. Due to the level of risk associated with certain investment securities and the level of uncertainty related to changes in the value of investment securities, it is possible that changes in these risk factors in the near term could have an adverse material impact on our results of operations or shareholders’ equity. The changes in the amount of the credit component of OTTI losses on fixed maturity securities recognized in income, for which a portion of the OTTI losses was recognized in other comprehensive income, was not material for the years ended December 31, 2016 , 2015 or 2014 . At December 31, 2016 and 2015 , no investments exceeded 10% of shareholders’ equity. At December 31, 2016 and 2015 , the carrying value of fixed maturity investments that did not produce income during the years then ended were $0.5 and $0.2 , respectively. As of December 31, 2016 and 2015 , we had committed approximately $789.1 and $662.3 , respectively, to future capital calls from various third-party investments in exchange for an ownership interest in the related entities. At December 31, 2016 and 2015 , securities with carrying values of approximately $524.4 and $558.2 , respectively, were deposited by our insurance subsidiaries under requirements of regulatory authorities. In the tables above, certain amounts for the years ended December 31, 2015 and 2014 have been reclassified to conform to the current year presentation. The reclassifications do not impact amounts presented in the financial statements. Securities Lending Programs The fair value of the collateral received at the time of the securities lending transactions amounted to $1,078.9 and $1,300.9 at December 31, 2016 and 2015 , respectively. The value of the collateral represented 103% of the market value of the securities on loan at December 31, 2016 and 2015 . The remaining contractual maturity of our securities lending agreements at December 31, 2016 is as follows: Overnight and Continuous Less than 30 days 30-90 days Greater Than 90 days Total Securities lending transactions United States Government securities $ 79.5 $ 25.2 $ 48.2 $ 8.7 $ 161.6 Corporate securities 658.8 — — — 658.8 Equity securities 255.5 1.3 — — 256.8 Other debt securities 1.7 — — — 1.7 Total $ 995.5 $ 26.5 $ 48.2 $ 8.7 $ 1,078.9

Derivative Financial Instrument

Derivative Financial Instruments	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract]
Derivative Financial Instruments	Derivative Financial Instruments We primarily invest in the following types of derivative financial instruments: interest rate swaps, futures, forward contracts, put and call options, swaptions, embedded derivatives and warrants. We also enter into master netting agreements which reduce credit risk by permitting net settlement of transactions. At December 31, 2016 , we had posted collateral of $92.4 and received collateral of $591.1 related to our derivative financial instruments. At December 31, 2015, we had posted collateral of $182.7 and received collateral of $32.2 related to our derivative financial instruments. In addition to collateral posted for derivative transactions, from time to time, we may have cash on deposit to meet certain regulatory requirements, which are included in Cash and cash equivalents on the balance sheets. At December 31, 2016 and 2015 , we had cash on deposit of $405.3 and $79.9 , respectively. A summary of the aggregate contractual or notional amounts and estimated fair values related to derivative financial instruments at December 31, 2016 and 2015 is as follows: Contractual/ Notional Amount Balance Sheet Location Estimated Fair Value Asset (Liability) December 31, 2016 Hedging instruments Interest rate swaps - fixed to floating $ 1,385.0 Other assets/other liabilities $ 4.0 $ (0.7 ) Interest rate swaps - forward starting pay fixed 4,775.0 Other assets/other liabilities 528.8 (6.0 ) Subtotal hedging 6,160.0 Subtotal hedging 532.8 (6.7 ) Non-hedging instruments Interest rate swaps 209.4 Equity securities 4.7 (0.2 ) Options 10,280.2 Other assets/other liabilities 220.7 (233.9 ) Futures 185.3 Equity securities 0.5 (1.1 ) Subtotal non-hedging 10,674.9 Subtotal non-hedging 225.9 (235.2 ) Total derivatives $ 16,834.9 Total derivatives 758.7 (241.9 ) Amounts netted (92.8 ) 92.8 Net derivatives $ 665.9 $ (149.1 ) December 31, 2015 Hedging instruments Interest rate swaps - fixed to floating $ 1,385.0 Other assets/other liabilities $ 7.0 $ (0.8 ) Interest rate swaps - forward starting pay fixed 4,650.0 Other assets/other liabilities 15.7 (90.9 ) Subtotal hedging 6,035.0 Subtotal hedging 22.7 (91.7 ) Non-hedging instruments Interest rate swaps 271.7 Equity securities 1.2 (6.0 ) Options 16,917.4 Other assets/other liabilities 305.7 (332.1 ) Futures 152.0 Equity securities 0.1 (0.2 ) Subtotal non-hedging 17,341.1 Subtotal non-hedging 307.0 (338.3 ) Total derivatives $ 23,376.1 Total derivatives 329.7 (430.0 ) Amounts netted (170.6 ) 170.6 Net derivatives $ 159.1 $ (259.4 ) Fair Value Hedges We have entered into various interest rate swap contracts to convert a portion of our interest rate exposure on our long-term debt from fixed rates to floating rates. The floating rates payable on all of our fair value hedges are benchmarked to LIBOR. A summary of our outstanding fair value hedges at December 31, 2016 and 2015 is as follows: Type of Fair Value Hedges Year Entered Into Outstanding Notional Amount Interest Rate Received Expiration Date 2016 2015 Interest rate swap 2015 $ 200.0 $ 200.0 4.350 % August 15, 2020 Interest rate swap 2014 150.0 150.0 4.350 August 15, 2020 Interest rate swap 2013 10.0 10.0 4.350 August 15, 2020 Interest rate swap 2012 200.0 200.0 4.350 August 15, 2020 Interest rate swap 2012 625.0 625.0 1.875 January 15, 2018 Interest rate swap 2012 200.0 200.0 2.375 February 15, 2017 Total notional amount outstanding $ 1,385.0 $ 1,385.0 A summary of the effect of fair value hedges on our income statement for the years ended December 31, 2016 , 2015 and 2014 is as follows: Type of Fair Value Hedges Income Statement Location of Hedge Gain Hedge Gain Recognized Hedged Item Income Statement Location of Hedged Item Loss Hedged Item Loss Recognized Year ended December 31, 2016 Interest rate swaps Interest expense $ 8.1 Fixed rate debt Interest expense $ (8.1 ) Year ended December 31, 2015 Interest rate swaps Interest expense $ 12.1 Fixed rate debt Interest expense $ (12.1 ) Year ended December 31, 2014 Interest rate swaps Interest expense $ 25.5 Fixed rate debt Interest expense $ (25.5 ) Cash Flow Hedges We have entered into a series of forward starting pay fixed interest rate swaps with the objective of eliminating the variability of cash flows in the interest payments on anticipated future financings beginning in 2017. During 2016, swaps in the notional amount of $5,900.0 expired. We paid an aggregate of $745.7 to the swap counter parties upon expiration. We performed a final effectiveness test upon the expiration of each swap. The ineffective portion of the hedge loss of $7.7 was recorded as a net realized loss on financial instruments. The effective portion of the hedge loss of $738.0 was recorded in accumulated other comprehensive loss. Following the expiration of these swaps, we entered into a new series of forward starting pay fixed interest rate swaps to replace the expired swaps. As of December 31, 2016, we recognized a hedge gain of $522.8 on the new swaps, which was recorded in accumulated other comprehensive loss. We had $4,775.0 and $4,650.0 in notional amount outstanding under these swaps at December 31, 2016 and 2015 , respectively. The unrecognized loss for all outstanding, expired and terminated cash flow hedges included in accumulated other comprehensive loss, net of tax, was $168.4 and $81.1 at December 31, 2016 and 2015 , respectively. As of December 31, 2016 , the total amount of amortization over the next twelve months for all cash flow hedges is estimated to increase interest expense by approximately $9.9 . A summary of the effect of cash flow hedges on our financial statements for the years ended December 31, 2016 , 2015 and 2014 is as follows: Effective Portion Pretax Hedge Income Statement Hedge Loss Ineffective Portion Type of Cash Flow Hedge Income Statement Location of Loss Recognized Hedge Loss Recognized Year ended December 31, 2016 Forward starting pay fixed swaps $ (140.1 ) Interest expense $ (5.8 ) Net realized gains on financial instruments $ (7.7 ) Year ended December 31, 2015 Forward starting pay fixed swaps $ (75.2 ) Interest expense $ (5.5 ) None $ — Year ended December 31, 2014 Forward starting pay fixed swaps $ — Interest expense $ (5.0 ) None $ — We test for cash flow hedge effectiveness at hedge inception and re-assess at the end of each reporting period. No amounts were excluded from the assessment of hedge effectiveness, and no ineffectiveness was recognized, except for the amounts described above related to the expired interest rate swaps. Non-Hedging Derivatives A summary of the effect of non-hedging derivatives on our income statement for the years ended December 31, 2016 , 2015 and 2014 is as follows: Type of Non-hedging Derivatives Income Statement Location of Gain (Loss) Recognized Derivative Gain (Loss) Recognized Year ended December 31, 2016 Interest rate swaps Net realized gains on financial instruments $ 0.2 Options Net realized gains on financial instruments (209.1 ) Futures Net realized gains on financial instruments 1.4 Total $ (207.5 ) Year ended December 31, 2015 Derivatives embedded in convertible fixed maturity securities Net realized gains on financial instruments $ (22.2 ) Interest rate swaps Net realized gains on financial instruments (1.9 ) Options Net realized gains on financial instruments 34.6 Futures Net realized gains on financial instruments (0.1 ) Total $ 10.4 Year ended December 31, 2014 Derivatives embedded in convertible fixed maturity securities Net realized gains on financial instruments $ 11.6 Interest rate swaps Net realized gains on financial instruments (11.6 ) Options Net realized gains on financial instruments (53.3 ) Futures Net realized gains on financial instruments (10.0 ) Total $ (63.3 ) During 2016, certain options classified as non-hedging derivatives expired and we paid the counter parties $164.4 .

Fair Value

Fair Value	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]
Fair Value	Fair Value Assets and liabilities recorded at fair value in the consolidated balance sheets are categorized based upon the level of judgment associated with the inputs used to measure their fair value. Level inputs, as defined by FASB guidance for fair value measurements and disclosures, are as follows: Level Input: Input Definition: Level I Inputs are unadjusted, quoted prices for identical assets or liabilities in active markets at the measurement date. Level II Inputs other than quoted prices included in Level I that are observable for the asset or liability through corroboration with market data at the measurement date. Level III Unobservable inputs that reflect management’s best estimate of what market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability at the measurement date. The following methods, assumptions and inputs were used to determine the fair value of each class of the following assets and liabilities recorded at fair value in the consolidated balance sheets: Cash equivalents: Cash equivalents primarily consist of highly rated money market funds with maturities of three months or less, and are purchased daily at par value with specified yield rates. Due to the high ratings and short-term nature of the funds, we designate all cash equivalents as Level I. Fixed maturity securities, available-for-sale: Fair values of available-for-sale fixed maturity securities are based on quoted market prices, where available. These fair values are obtained primarily from third party pricing services, which generally use Level I or Level II inputs for the determination of fair value to facilitate fair value measurements and disclosures. United States Government securities represent Level I securities, while Level II securities primarily include corporate securities, securities from states, municipalities and political subdivisions, mortgage-backed securities and certain other asset back securities. For securities not actively traded, the pricing services may use quoted market prices of comparable instruments or discounted cash flow analyses, incorporating inputs that are currently observable in the markets for similar securities. We have controls in place to review the pricing services’ qualifications and procedures used to determine fair values. In addition, we periodically review the pricing services’ pricing methodologies, data sources and pricing inputs to ensure the fair values obtained are reasonable. Inputs that are often used in the valuation methodologies include, but are not limited to, broker quotes, benchmark yields, credit spreads, default rates and prepayment speeds. We also have certain fixed maturity securities, primarily corporate debt securities, that are designated Level III securities. For these securities, the valuation methodologies may incorporate broker quotes or discounted cash flow analyses using assumptions for inputs such as expected cash flows, benchmark yields, credit spreads, default rates and prepayment speeds that are not observable in the markets. Equity securities, available-for-sale: Fair values of equity securities are generally designated as Level I and are based on quoted market prices. For certain equity securities, quoted market prices for the identical security are not always available and the fair value is estimated by reference to similar securities for which quoted prices are available. These securities are designated Level II. We also have certain equity securities, including private equity securities, for which the fair value is estimated based on each security’s current condition and future cash flow projections. Such securities are designated Level III. The fair values of these private equity securities are generally based on either broker quotes or discounted cash flow projections using assumptions for inputs such as the weighted-average cost of capital, long-term revenue growth rates and earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization, or EBITDA, and/or revenue multiples that are not observable in the markets. Other invested assets, current: Other invested assets, current include securities held in rabbi trusts that are classified as trading. These securities are designated Level I securities as fair values are based on quoted market prices. Securities lending collateral: Fair values of securities lending collateral are based on quoted market prices, where available. These fair values are obtained primarily from third party pricing services, which generally use Level I or Level II inputs for the determination of fair value, to facilitate fair value measurements and disclosures. Derivatives: Fair values are based on the quoted market prices by the financial institution that is the counterparty to the derivative transaction. We independently verify prices provided by the counterparties using valuation models that incorporate market observable inputs for similar derivative transactions. Derivatives are designated as Level II securities. In addition, the following methods and assumptions were used to determine the fair value of each class of pension benefit plan assets and other benefit plan assets not defined above (see Note 10, “Retirement Benefits,” for fair values of benefit plan assets): Mutual funds : Fair values are based on quoted market prices, which represent the net asset value, or NAV, of shares held. Common and collective trusts : Fair values of common/collective trusts that replicate traded money market funds are based on cost, which approximates fair value. Fair values of common/collective trusts that invest in securities are valued at the NAV of the shares held, where the trust applies fair value measurements to the underlying investments to determine the NAV. Partnership interests : Fair values are estimated based on the plan’s proportionate share of the undistributed partners’ capital as reported in audited financial statements of the partnership. Contract with insurance company : Fair value of the contract in the insurance company general investment account is determined by the insurance company based on the fair value of the underlying investments of the account. Investment in DOL 103-12 trust: Fair value is based on the plan’s proportionate share of the fair value of investments held by the trust, qualified as a Department of Labor Regulation 2520.103-12 entity, or DOL 103-12 trust, as reported in the audited financial statements of the trust, where the trustee applies fair value measurements to the underlying investments of the trust. Life insurance contracts: Fair value is based on the cash surrender value of the policies as reported by the insurer. A summary of fair value measurements by level for assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis at December 31, 2016 and 2015 is as follows: Level I Level II Level III Total December 31, 2016 Assets: Cash equivalents $ 1,546.0 $ — $ — $ 1,546.0 Investments available-for-sale: Fixed maturity securities: United States Government securities 558.5 — — 558.5 Government sponsored securities — 40.0 — 40.0 States, municipalities and political subdivisions, tax-exempt — 6,105.3 — 6,105.3 Corporate securities 79.9 7,775.9 238.8 8,094.6 Residential mortgage-backed securities — 1,917.3 12.0 1,929.3 Commercial mortgage-backed securities — 214.3 — 214.3 Other debt securities 53.4 649.3 42.8 745.5 Total fixed maturity securities 691.8 16,702.1 293.6 17,687.5 Equity securities 1,200.2 111.9 187.8 1,499.9 Other invested assets, current 15.8 — — 15.8 Securities lending collateral 726.0 353.8 — 1,079.8 Derivatives — 758.7 — 758.7 Total assets $ 4,179.8 $ 17,926.5 $ 481.4 $ 22,587.7 Liabilities: Derivatives $ — $ (241.9 ) $ — $ (241.9 ) Total liabilities $ — $ (241.9 ) $ — $ (241.9 ) December 31, 2015 Assets: Cash equivalents $ 701.0 $ — $ — $ 701.0 Investments available-for-sale: Fixed maturity securities: United States Government securities 349.9 — — 349.9 Government sponsored securities — 75.9 — 75.9 States, municipalities and political subdivisions, tax-exempt — 6,251.6 — 6,251.6 Corporate securities 77.6 7,629.3 186.2 7,893.1 Residential mortgage-backed securities — 1,750.9 — 1,750.9 Commercial mortgage-backed securities — 402.4 1.9 404.3 Other debt securities 55.7 671.2 25.6 752.5 Total fixed maturity securities 483.2 16,781.3 213.7 17,478.2 Equity securities 1,253.8 116.9 102.1 1,472.8 Other invested assets, current 19.1 — — 19.1 Securities lending collateral 708.1 592.3 — 1,300.4 Derivatives — 329.7 — 329.7 Total assets $ 3,165.2 $ 17,820.2 $ 315.8 $ 21,301.2 Liabilities: Derivatives $ — $ (430.0 ) $ — $ (430.0 ) Total liabilities $ — $ (430.0 ) $ — $ (430.0 ) A reconciliation of the beginning and ending balances of assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis using Level III inputs for the years ended December 31, 2016 , 2015 and 2014 is as follows: Corporate Securities Residential Mortgage- backed Securities Commercial Mortgage- backed Securities Other Debt Securities Equity Securities Total Year ended December 31, 2016 Beginning balance at January 1, 2016 $ 186.2 $ — $ 1.9 $ 25.6 $ 102.1 $ 315.8 Total (losses) gains: Recognized in net income (2.9 ) — — — 0.7 (2.2 ) Recognized in accumulated other comprehensive income (2.0 ) — — (0.5 ) (0.5 ) (3.0 ) Purchases 170.2 4.3 — — 222.6 397.1 Sales (5.4 ) — — — (136.7 ) (142.1 ) Settlements (56.8 ) — — (0.9 ) (0.4 ) (58.1 ) Transfers into Level III 6.6 9.3 — 28.8 — 44.7 Transfers out of Level III (57.1 ) (1.6 ) (1.9 ) (10.2 ) — (70.8 ) Ending balance at December 31, 2016 $ 238.8 $ 12.0 $ — $ 42.8 $ 187.8 $ 481.4 Change in unrealized losses included in net income related to assets still held for the year ended December 31, 2016 $ (2.0 ) $ — $ — $ — $ — $ (2.0 ) Year ended December 31, 2015 Beginning balance at January 1, 2015 $ 144.6 $ — $ 3.3 $ 6.6 $ 48.3 $ 202.8 Total gains (losses): Recognized in net income 1.4 — — 0.2 (1.5 ) 0.1 Recognized in accumulated other comprehensive income 0.7 — — (0.2 ) 3.9 4.4 Purchases 132.6 — 1.1 28.3 52.1 214.1 Sales (11.7 ) — (1.1 ) (0.9 ) (13.8 ) (27.5 ) Settlements (51.6 ) — (1.4 ) (0.2 ) — (53.2 ) Transfers into Level III 4.8 — — — 13.1 17.9 Transfers out of Level III (34.6 ) — — (8.2 ) — (42.8 ) Ending balance at December 31, 2015 $ 186.2 $ — $ 1.9 $ 25.6 $ 102.1 $ 315.8 Change in unrealized losses included in net income related to assets still held for the year ended December 31, 2015 $ (0.6 ) $ — $ — $ — $ (1.4 ) $ (2.0 ) Year ended December 31, 2014 Beginning balance at January 1, 2014 $ 115.2 $ — $ 6.5 $ 14.8 $ 41.4 $ 177.9 Total (losses) gains: Recognized in net income (4.4 ) — — — (0.7 ) (5.1 ) Recognized in accumulated other comprehensive income 8.5 — — 0.4 2.8 11.7 Purchases 68.9 — 3.6 6.5 15.9 94.9 Sales (48.0 ) — — (3.6 ) (10.6 ) (62.2 ) Settlements (11.0 ) — (3.7 ) (0.4 ) — (15.1 ) Transfers into Level III 24.8 — — — — 24.8 Transfers out of Level III (9.4 ) — (3.1 ) (11.1 ) (0.5 ) (24.1 ) Ending balance at December 31, 2014 $ 144.6 $ — $ 3.3 $ 6.6 $ 48.3 $ 202.8 Change in unrealized losses included in net income related to assets still held for the year ended December 31, 2014 $ (11.1 ) $ — $ — $ — $ (0.7 ) $ (11.8 ) Transfers between levels, if any, are recorded as of the beginning of the reporting period. There were no material transfers between levels during the years ended December 31, 2016 , 2015 or 2014 . Certain assets and liabilities are measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis; that is, the instruments are not measured at fair value on an ongoing basis but are subject to fair value adjustments only in certain circumstances. As disclosed in Note 3, “Business Acquisitions and Divestiture”, we completed our acquisition of Simply Healthcare on February 17, 2015. The values of net assets acquired in our acquisition of Simply Healthcare and resulting goodwill and other intangible assets were recorded at fair value primarily using Level III inputs. The majority of Simply Healthcare's assets acquired and liabilities assumed were recorded at their carrying values as of the respective date of acquisition, as their carrying values approximated their fair values due to their short-term nature. The fair values of goodwill and other intangible assets acquired in our acquisition of Simply Healthcare were internally estimated based on the income approach. The income approach estimates fair value based on the present value of the cash flows that the assets could be expected to generate in the future. We developed internal estimates for the expected cash flows and discount rate in the present value calculation. Other than the assets acquired and liabilities assumed in our acquisition of Simply Healthcare described above, there were no other assets or liabilities measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis during the years ended December 31, 2016 or 2015 . Our valuation policy is determined by members of our treasury and accounting departments. Whenever possible, our policy is to obtain quoted market prices in active markets to estimate fair values for recognition and disclosure purposes. Where quoted market prices in active markets are not available, fair values are estimated using discounted cash flow analyses, broker quotes or other valuation techniques. These techniques are significantly affected by our assumptions, including discount rates and estimates of future cash flows. Potential taxes and other transaction costs are not considered in estimating fair values. Our valuation policy is generally to obtain only one quoted price for each security from third party pricing services, which are derived through recently reported trades for identical or similar securities making adjustments through the reporting date based upon available market observable information. When broker quotes are used, we generally obtain only one broker quote per security. As we are responsible for the determination of fair value, we perform monthly analysis on the prices received from the pricing services to determine whether the prices are reasonable estimates of fair value. This analysis is performed by our internal treasury personnel who are familiar with our investment portfolios, the pricing services engaged and the valuation techniques and inputs used. Our analysis includes a review of month-to-month price fluctuations. If unusual fluctuations are noted in this review, we may obtain additional information from other pricing services to validate the quoted price. There were no adjustments to quoted market prices obtained from the pricing services during the years ended December 31, 2016 , 2015 or 2014 . In addition to the preceding disclosures on assets recorded at fair value in the consolidated balance sheets, FASB guidance also requires the disclosure of fair values for certain other financial instruments for which it is practicable to estimate fair value, whether or not such values are recognized in the consolidated balance sheets. Non-financial instruments such as real estate, property and equipment, other current assets, deferred income taxes, intangible assets and certain financial instruments, such as policy liabilities, are excluded from the fair value disclosures. Therefore, the fair value amounts cannot be aggregated to determine our underlying economic value. The carrying amounts reported in the consolidated balance sheets for cash, accrued investment income, premium and self-funded receivables, other receivables, income taxes receivable/payable, unearned income, accounts payable and accrued expenses, security trades pending payable, securities lending payable and certain other current liabilities approximate fair value because of the short term nature of these items. These assets and liabilities are not listed in the table below. The following methods and assumptions were used to estimate the fair value of each class of financial instrument that is recorded at its carrying value on the consolidated balance sheets: Other invested assets, long-term : Other invested assets, long-term include primarily our investments in limited partnerships, joint ventures and other non-controlled corporations, as well as the cash surrender value of corporate-owned life insurance policies. Investments in limited partnerships, joint ventures and other non-controlled corporations are carried at our share in the entities’ undistributed earnings, which approximates fair value. The carrying value of corporate-owned life insurance policies represents the cash surrender value as reported by the respective insurer, which approximates fair value. Short-term borrowings : The fair value of our short-term borrowings is based on quoted market prices for the same or similar debt, or, if no quoted market prices were available, on the current market interest rates estimated to be available to us for debt of similar terms and remaining maturities. Long-term debt - commercial paper : The carrying amount for commercial paper approximates fair value as the underlying instruments have variable interest rates at market value. Long-term debt - senior unsecured notes, remarketable subordinated notes and surplus notes : The fair values of our notes are based on quoted market prices in active markets for the same or similar debt, or, if no quoted market prices are available, on the current market observable rates estimated to be available to us for debt of similar terms and remaining maturities. Long-term debt—convertible debentures : The fair value of our convertible debentures is based on the quoted market price in the active private market in which the convertible debentures trade. A summary of the estimated fair values by level of each class of financial instrument that is recorded at its carrying value on our consolidated balance sheets at December 31, 2016 and 2015 are as follows: Carrying Value Estimated Fair Value Level I Level II Level III Total December 31, 2016 Assets: Other invested assets, long-term $ 2,240.5 $ — $ — $ 2,240.5 $ 2,240.5 Liabilities: Debt: Short-term borrowings 440.0 — 440.0 — 440.0 Commercial paper 629.0 — 629.0 — 629.0 Notes 14,323.8 — 14,858.4 — 14,858.4 Convertible debentures 334.1 — 1,020.2 — 1,020.2 December 31, 2015 Assets: Other invested assets, long-term $ 2,041.1 $ — $ — $ 2,041.1 $ 2,041.1 Liabilities: Debt: Short-term borrowings 540.0 — 540.0 — 540.0 Commercial paper 682.2 — 682.2 — 682.2 Notes 14,311.6 — 14,523.2 — 14,523.2 Convertible debentures 330.7 — 980.1 — 980.1

Income Taxes

Income Taxes	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
Income Taxes	Income Taxes The components of deferred income taxes at December 31 are as follows: 2016 2015 Deferred tax assets relating to: Retirement benefits $ 362.9 $ 364.8 Accrued expenses 331.9 344.6 Insurance reserves 229.5 247.1 Net operating loss carryforwards 9.2 18.1 Bad debt reserves 119.6 154.8 State income tax 59.8 43.4 Deferred compensation 38.2 40.1 Investment basis difference 42.4 62.2 Other 110.5 68.4 Total deferred tax assets 1,304.0 1,343.5 Deferred tax liabilities relating to: Unrealized gains on securities 202.9 127.8 Intangible assets: Trademarks and state Medicaid licenses 2,547.6 2,547.6 Customer, provider and hospital relationships 194.1 269.2 Internally developed software and other amortization differences 450.5 436.6 Retirement benefits 267.3 252.7 Debt discount 60.8 61.9 State deferred tax 106.0 36.4 Depreciation and amortization 54.1 44.2 Other 200.6 197.7 Total deferred tax liabilities 4,083.9 3,974.1 Net deferred tax liability $ (2,779.9 ) $ (2,630.6 ) The elimination of the valuation allowance during 2015 was attributable to a reduction in a statutory state income tax rate and continued utilization of state net operating losses. Significant components of the provision for income taxes for the years ended December 31 consist of the following: 2016 2015 2014 Current tax expense: Federal $ 1,862.6 $ 1,996.6 $ 1,629.4 State and local 93.9 133.0 65.8 Total current tax expense 1,956.5 2,129.6 1,695.2 Deferred tax expense (benefit) 129.1 (58.6 ) 112.8 Total income tax expense $ 2,085.6 $ 2,071.0 $ 1,808.0 State and local current tax expense is reported gross of federal benefit, and includes amounts related to true up of prior years’ tax, audit settlements, uncertain tax positions and state tax credits. Such items are included in multiple lines in the following rate reconciliation table on a net of federal tax basis. A reconciliation of income tax expense recorded in the consolidated statements of income and amounts computed at the statutory federal income tax rate for the years ended December 31 is as follows: 2016 2015 2014 Amount Percent Amount Percent Amount Percent Amount at statutory rate $ 1,594.4 35.0 % $ 1,620.9 35.0 % $ 1,528.8 35.0 % State and local income taxes net of federal tax benefit 61.5 1.4 75.3 1.6 49.0 1.1 Tax exempt interest and dividends received deduction (61.7 ) (1.4 ) (63.2 ) (1.3 ) (65.9 ) (1.5 ) HIP Fee 411.7 9.0 422.6 9.1 312.6 7.2 Other, net 79.7 1.8 15.4 0.3 (16.5 ) (0.4 ) Total income tax expense $ 2,085.6 45.8 % $ 2,071.0 44.7 % $ 1,808.0 41.4 % During the year ended December 31, 2016 , we recognized income tax expense of $411.7 , or $1.54 per diluted share, as a result of the non-tax deductibility of the HIP Fee payments. During the year ended December 31, 2015 , we recognized income tax expense of $422.6 , or $1.55 per diluted share, as a result of the non-tax deductibility of the HIP Fee payments. We also recognized income tax expense of $42.3 , or $0.16 per diluted share, as a result of an adverse California franchise tax ruling. This expense is allocated between the "State and local income taxes net of federal tax benefit" and the "Other, net" line items in the table above. During the year ended December 31, 2014 , we recognized income tax expense of $312.6 , or $1.09 per diluted share, as a result of the non-tax deductibility of the HIP Fee payments. The change in the carrying amount of gross unrecognized tax benefits from uncertain tax positions for the years ended December 31 is as follows: 2016 2015 Balance at January 1 $ 212.0 $ 115.8 Additions based on: Tax positions related to current year — 39.8 Tax positions related to prior years 13.9 65.1 Reductions based on: Tax positions related to current year (1.1 ) — Tax positions related to prior years (88.4 ) (7.9 ) Settlements with taxing authorities (5.3 ) (0.8 ) Balance at December 31 $ 131.1 $ 212.0 The table above excludes interest, net of related tax benefits, which is treated as income tax expense (benefit) under our accounting policy. The interest is included in the amounts described in the following paragraph. As of December 31, 2016 , $102.4 of unrecognized tax benefits would impact our effective tax rate in future periods, if recognized. Also included in the table above is $2.4 that would be recognized as an adjustment to additional paid-in capital, which would not affect our effective tax rate. For the years ended December 31, 2016 , 2015 and 2014 , we recognized net interest expense (benefits) of $6.6 , $(1.8) and $(4.2) , respectively. We had accrued approximately $18.9 and $12.3 for the payment of interest at December 31, 2016 and 2015 , respectively. As of December 31, 2016 , as further described below, certain tax years remain open to examination by the Internal Revenue Service, or IRS, and various state and local authorities. In addition, we continue to discuss certain industry issues with the IRS. As a result of these examinations and discussions, we have recorded amounts for uncertain tax positions. It is anticipated that the amount of unrecognized tax benefits will change in the next twelve months due to possible settlements of audits and changes in temporary items. However, the ultimate resolution of these items is dependent on the completion of negotiations with various taxing authorities. While it is difficult to determine when other tax settlements will actually occur, it is reasonably possible that one could occur in the next twelve months and our unrecognized tax benefits could change within a range of approximately $3.1 to $(75.1) . We are a member of the IRS Compliance Assurance Process, or CAP. The objective of CAP is to reduce taxpayer burden and uncertainty while assuring the IRS of the accuracy of tax returns prior to filing, thereby reducing or eliminating the need for post-filing examinations. As of December 31, 2016 , the IRS examination of our 2016 tax year continues to be in process. During 2016, the examination of our 2015 tax year was resolved with the IRS. In certain states, we pay premium taxes in lieu of state income taxes. Premium taxes are reported with general and administrative expense. At December 31, 2016 , we had unused federal tax net operating loss carryforwards of approximately $19.0 to offset future taxable income. The loss carryforwards expire in the years 2017 through 2034 . During 2016 , 2015 and 2014 , federal income taxes paid totaled $1,665.2 , $1,952.1 and $1,659.0 , respectively.

Property And Equipment

Property And Equipment	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]
Property And Equipment	Property and Equipment A summary of property and equipment at December 31 is as follows: 2016 2015 Land and improvements $ 21.2 $ 21.5 Building and improvements 215.1 216.6 Data processing equipment, furniture and other equipment 1,024.5 1,046.1 Computer software, purchased and internally developed 2,416.7 2,344.9 Leasehold improvements 462.4 429.3 Property and equipment, gross 4,139.9 4,058.4 Accumulated depreciation and amortization (2,162.0 ) (2,038.6 ) Property and equipment, net $ 1,977.9 $ 2,019.8 Depreciation expense for 2016 , 2015 and 2014 was $104.0 , $105.8 and $106.5 , respectively. Amortization expense on computer software and leasehold improvements for 2016 , 2015 and 2014 was $472.0 , $409.8 and $367.8 , respectively, which includes amortization expense on computer software, both purchased and internally developed, for 2016 , 2015 and 2014 of $411.8 , $366.7 and $329.2 , respectively. Capitalized costs related to the internal development of software of $2,157.2 and $2,024.7 at December 31, 2016 and 2015 , respectively, are reported with computer software. During the years ended December 31, 2016 , 2015 and 2014 , we recognized $25.3 , $1.8 and $7.9 , respectively, of impairments related to computer software (primarily internally developed). We also recognized $19.5 of impairments related to data processing equipment in 2016. These impairments were due to project cancellation or asset replacement, some of which resulted from a change in strategic focus needed to effectively manage business operations in a post-Health Care Reform environment.

Goodwill And Other Intangible A

Goodwill And Other Intangible Assets	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]
Goodwill And Other Intangible Assets	Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets No goodwill is allocated to our Other segment. A summary of the change in the carrying amount of goodwill for our Commercial and Specialty Business segment and Government Business segment (see Note 19, “Segment Information”) for 2016 and 2015 is as follows: Commercial and Specialty Business Government Business Total Balance as of January 1, 2015 $ 11,818.9 $ 5,263.1 $ 17,082.0 Acquisitions — 480.2 480.2 Balance as of December 31, 2015 11,818.9 5,743.3 17,562.2 Other adjustments (1.0 ) — (1.0 ) Balance as of December 31, 2016 $ 11,817.9 $ 5,743.3 $ 17,561.2 Accumulated impairment as of December 31, 2016 $ (41.0 ) $ — $ (41.0 ) The increase in goodwill in 2015 was primarily due to the acquisition of Simply Healthcare in February 2015. For additional information regarding this acquisition, see Note 3, "Business Acquisitions and Divestiture". As required by FASB guidance, we completed annual impairment tests of existing goodwill and other intangible assets with indefinite lives during 2016 , 2015 and 2014 . We perform these annual impairment tests during the fourth quarter. FASB guidance also requires interim impairment testing to be performed when potential impairment indicators exist. These tests involve the use of estimates related to the fair value of goodwill and intangible assets with indefinite lives and require a significant degree of management judgment and the use of subjective assumptions. The fair values were estimated using the income and market value valuation methods, incorporating Level III internal estimates for inputs, including, but not limited to, revenue projections, income projections, cash flows and discount rates. We did not incur any impairment losses in 2016 , 2015 or 2014 as the estimated fair values of our reporting units were substantially in excess of their carrying values. The components of other intangible assets as of December 31 are as follows: 2016 2015 Gross Carrying Amount Accumulated Amortization Net Carrying Amount Gross Carrying Amount Accumulated Net Carrying Amount Intangible assets with finite lives: Customer relationships $ 3,310.9 $ (2,759.7 ) $ 551.2 $ 3,394.4 $ (2,670.0 ) $ 724.4 Provider and hospital relationships 150.5 (65.9 ) 84.6 150.9 (58.6 ) 92.3 Other 89.4 (50.6 ) 38.8 90.7 (39.7 ) 51.0 Total 3,550.8 (2,876.2 ) 674.6 3,636.0 (2,768.3 ) 867.7 Intangible assets with indefinite lives: Blue Cross and Blue Shield and other trademarks 6,298.7 — 6,298.7 6,298.7 — 6,298.7 State Medicaid licenses 991.6 — 991.6 991.6 — 991.6 Total 7,290.3 — 7,290.3 7,290.3 — 7,290.3 Other intangible assets $ 10,841.1 $ (2,876.2 ) $ 7,964.9 $ 10,926.3 $ (2,768.3 ) $ 8,158.0 As of December 31, 2016 , the estimated amortization expense for each of the five succeeding years is as follows: 2017, $158.8 ; 2018, $127.9 ; 2019, $101.0 ; 2020, $74.9 ; and 2021, $55.9 .

Retirement Benefits

Retirement Benefits	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Defined Benefit Pension Plans and Defined Benefit Postretirement Plans Disclosure [Abstract]
Retirement Benefits	Retirement Benefits We sponsor various non-contributory employee defined benefit plans through certain subsidiaries. The Anthem Cash Balance Plan A and the Anthem Cash Balance Plan B are cash balance pension plans covering certain eligible employees of the affiliated companies that participate in these plans. Effective January 1, 2006, benefits were curtailed, with the result that most participants stopped accruing benefits but continue to earn interest on benefits accrued prior to the curtailment. Certain participants subject to collective bargaining and certain other participants who met grandfathering rules continue to accrue benefits. Participants that do not receive credits and/or benefit accruals are included in the Anthem Cash Balance Plan A, while current employees who are still receiving credits and/or benefits participate in the Anthem Cash Balance Plan B. Several pension plans acquired through various corporate mergers and acquisitions have been merged into these plans in prior years. The UGS Pension Plan is a defined benefit pension plan with a cash balance component. The UGS Pension Plan covers eligible employees of the affiliated companies that participate in the UGS Pension Plan. Effective January 1, 2004, benefits were curtailed, with the result that most participants stopped accruing benefits but continue to earn interest on benefits previously accrued. Certain employees subject to collective bargaining and certain other employees who met grandfathering rules continue to accrue benefits. The Employees’ Retirement Plan of Blue Cross of California, or the BCC Plan, is a defined benefit pension plan that covers eligible employees of Blue Cross of California who are covered by a collective bargaining agreement. Effective January 1, 2007, benefits were curtailed under the BCC Plan with the result that no Blue Cross of California employees hired or rehired after December 31, 2006 are eligible to participate in the BCC Plan. All of the plans’ assets consist primarily of common stocks, fixed maturity securities, investment funds and short-term investments. The funding policies for all plans are to contribute amounts at least sufficient to meet the minimum funding requirements set forth in the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, as amended, or ERISA, including amendment by the Pension Protection Act of 2006, and in accordance with income tax regulations, plus such additional amounts as are necessary to provide assets sufficient to meet the benefits to be paid to plan participants. We use a December 31 measurement date for determining benefit obligations and fair value of plan assets. The following tables disclose consolidated “pension benefits,” which include the defined benefit pension plans described above, and consolidated “other benefits,” which include postretirement health and welfare benefits including medical, vision and dental benefits offered to certain employees. Calculations were computed using assumptions at the December 31 measurement dates. The reconciliation of the benefit obligation is as follows: Pension Benefits Other Benefits 2016 2015 2016 2015 Benefit obligation at beginning of year $ 1,833.3 $ 1,914.4 $ 578.7 $ 646.6 Service cost 11.6 13.1 1.6 2.1 Interest cost 68.5 68.2 22.4 23.4 Plan amendment — 0.8 — — Actuarial loss (gain) 32.2 (41.2 ) (4.2 ) (58.1 ) Benefits paid (120.7 ) (122.0 ) (33.3 ) (35.3 ) Benefit obligation at end of year $ 1,824.9 $ 1,833.3 $ 565.2 $ 578.7 The changes in the fair value of plan assets are as follows: Pension Benefits Other Benefits 2016 2015 2016 2015 Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year $ 1,865.2 $ 1,985.0 $ 328.4 $ 347.9 Actual return on plan assets 132.2 (1.5 ) 21.8 (1.2 ) Employer contributions 11.1 3.7 14.9 17.3 Benefits paid (120.7 ) (122.0 ) (33.3 ) (35.6 ) Fair value of plan assets at end of year $ 1,887.8 $ 1,865.2 $ 331.8 $ 328.4 The net amount included in the consolidated balance sheets is as follows: Pension Benefits Other Benefits 2016 2015 2016 2015 Noncurrent assets $ 126.7 $ 103.4 $ — $ — Current liabilities (3.7 ) (10.5 ) — — Noncurrent liabilities (60.1 ) (61.0 ) (233.4 ) (250.3 ) Net amount at December 31 $ 62.9 $ 31.9 $ (233.4 ) $ (250.3 ) The net amounts included in accumulated other comprehensive loss that have not been recognized as components of net periodic benefit costs are as follows: Pension Benefits Other Benefits 2016 2015 2016 2015 Net actuarial loss $ 655.8 $ 635.0 $ 146.6 $ 162.7 Prior service cost (credit) 0.5 (0.1 ) (59.7 ) (73.5 ) Net amount before tax at December 31 $ 656.3 $ 634.9 $ 86.9 $ 89.2 The estimated net actuarial loss and prior service credit for the defined benefit pension plans that will be reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss into net periodic benefit costs over the next year are $18.0 and $0.6 , respectively. The estimated net actuarial loss and prior service credit for postretirement benefit plans that will be reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss into net periodic benefit costs over the next year are $11.5 and $13.6 , respectively. The accumulated benefit obligation for the defined benefit pension plans was $1,821.1 and $1,829.6 at December 31, 2016 and 2015 , respectively. As of December 31, 2016 , certain pension plans had accumulated benefit obligations in excess of plan assets. For those same plans, the projected benefit obligation was also in excess of plan assets. Such plans had a combined projected benefit obligation, accumulated benefit obligation and fair value of plan assets of $100.6 , $98.5 and $36.8 , respectively. The weighted-average assumptions used in calculating the benefit obligations for all plans are as follows: Pension Benefits Other Benefits 2016 2015 2016 2015 Discount rate 3.77 % 3.92 % 3.82 % 4.01 % Rate of compensation increase 3.00 % 3.00 % 3.00 % 3.00 % Expected rate of return on plan assets 7.95 % 7.84 % 7.00 % 7.00 % The components of net periodic benefit cost (benefit credit) included in the consolidated statements of income are as follows: 2016 2015 2014 Pension Benefits Service cost $ 11.6 $ 13.1 $ 13.0 Interest cost 68.5 68.2 74.1 Expected return on assets (147.1 ) (143.2 ) (137.5 ) Recognized actuarial loss 19.0 25.7 21.0 Amortization of prior service credit (0.6 ) (0.6 ) (0.8 ) Settlement loss 7.3 6.5 5.2 Net periodic benefit credit $ (41.3 ) $ (30.3 ) $ (25.0 ) Other Benefits Service cost $ 1.6 $ 2.1 $ 3.2 Interest cost 22.4 23.4 26.3 Expected return on assets (22.4 ) (23.7 ) (23.4 ) Recognized actuarial loss 12.4 15.3 9.4 Amortization of prior service credit (13.8 ) (14.4 ) (14.4 ) Net periodic benefit cost $ 0.2 $ 2.7 $ 1.1 During the years ended December 31, 2016 , 2015 and 2014 we incurred total settlement losses of $7.3 , $6.5 and $5.2 , respectively, as lump-sum payments exceeded the service cost and interest cost components of net periodic benefit cost for certain of our plans. The weighted-average assumptions used in calculating the net periodic benefit cost for all plans are as follows: 2016 2015 2014 Pension Benefits Discount rate 3.92 % 3.66 % 4.39 % Rate of compensation increase 3.00 % 3.00 % 3.00 % Expected rate of return on plan assets 7.84 % 7.62 % 7.66 % Other Benefits Discount rate 4.01 % 3.74 % 4.48 % Rate of compensation increase 3.00 % 3.00 % 3.00 % Expected rate of return on plan assets 7.00 % 7.00 % 7.00 % The assumed health care cost trend rates used to measure the expected cost of pre-Medicare (those who are not currently eligible for Medicare benefits) other benefits at our December 31, 2016 measurement date was 8.00% for 2017 with a gradual decline to 4.50% by the year 2028 . The assumed health care cost trend rates used to measure the expected cost of post-Medicare (those who are currently eligible for Medicare benefits) other benefits at our December 31, 2016 measurement date was 6.00% for 2017 with a gradual decline to 4.50% by the year 2024 . These estimated trend rates are subject to change in the future. The health care cost trend rate assumption has a significant effect on the amounts reported. For example, an increase in the assumed health care cost trend rate of one percentage point would increase the postretirement benefit obligation as of December 31, 2016 by $42.2 and would increase service and interest costs by $1.8 . Conversely, a decrease in the assumed health care cost trend rate of one percentage point would decrease the postretirement benefit obligation as of December 31, 2016 by $36.2 and would decrease service and interest costs by $1.5 . Plan assets include a diversified mix of investment grade fixed maturity securities, equity securities and alternative investments across a range of sectors and levels of capitalization to maximize the long-term return for a prudent level of risk. The weighted-average target allocation for pension benefit plan assets is 45% equity securities, 46% fixed maturity securities, and 9% to all other types of investments. Equity securities primarily include a mix of domestic securities, foreign securities and mutual funds invested in equities. Fixed maturity securities primarily include treasury securities, corporate bonds, and asset-backed investments issued by corporations and the U.S. government. Other types of investments primarily include partnership interests, collective trusts that replicate money market funds and insurance contracts designed specifically for employee benefit plans. As of December 31, 2016 , there were no significant concentrations of investments in the pension benefit assets or other benefit assets. No plan assets were invested in Anthem common stock. Pension benefit assets and other benefit assets recorded at fair value are categorized based upon the level of judgment associated with the inputs used to measure their fair value. The fair values of our pension benefit assets and other benefit assets by asset category and level inputs at December 31, 2016 , excluding cash, investment income receivable and amounts due to/from brokers, resulting in a net asset of $2.8 , are as follows (see Note 6, “Fair Value,” for additional information regarding the definition of level inputs): Level I Level II Level III Total December 31, 2016 Pension Benefit Assets: Equity securities: U.S. securities $ 561.4 $ 4.4 $ — $ 565.8 Foreign securities 264.5 — — 264.5 Mutual funds 36.6 — — 36.6 Fixed maturity securities: Government securities 183.9 — — 183.9 Corporate securities — 385.9 — 385.9 Asset-backed securities — 134.7 — 134.7 Other types of investments: Common and collective trusts — 27.5 — 27.5 Partnership interests — — 112.5 112.5 Insurance company contracts — — 173.3 173.3 Treasury futures contracts 0.3 — — 0.3 Total pension benefit assets $ 1,046.7 $ 552.5 $ 285.8 $ 1,885.0 Other Benefit Assets: Equity securities: U.S. securities $ 13.0 $ 0.2 $ — $ 13.2 Foreign securities 5.4 — — 5.4 Mutual funds 47.1 — — 47.1 Fixed maturity securities: Government securities 2.7 — — 2.7 Corporate securities — 7.9 — 7.9 Asset-backed securities — 5.8 — 5.8 Other types of investments: Common and collective trusts — 1.0 — 1.0 Partnership interests — — 1.2 1.2 Life insurance contracts — — 237.7 237.7 Investment in DOL 103-12 trust — 9.8 — 9.8 Total other benefit assets $ 68.2 $ 24.7 $ 238.9 $ 331.8 The fair values of our pension benefit assets and other benefit assets by asset category and level inputs at December 31, 2015 , excluding cash, investment income receivable and amounts due to/from brokers, resulting in a net asset of $3.4 , are as follows (see Note 6, “Fair Value,” for additional information regarding the definition of level inputs): Level I Level II Level III Total December 31, 2015 Pension Benefit Assets: Equity securities: U.S. securities $ 542.8 $ 4.4 $ — $ 547.2 Foreign securities 258.8 — — 258.8 Mutual funds 34.7 — — 34.7 Fixed maturity securities: Government securities 176.6 — — 176.6 Corporate securities — 364.0 — 364.0 Asset-backed securities — 141.1 — 141.1 Other types of investments: Common and collective trusts — 48.1 — 48.1 Partnership interests — — 117.1 117.1 Insurance company contracts — — 174.2 174.2 Total pension benefit assets $ 1,012.9 $ 557.6 $ 291.3 $ 1,861.8 Other Benefit Assets: Equity securities: U.S. securities $ 16.8 $ 0.3 $ — $ 17.1 Foreign securities 7.4 — — 7.4 Mutual funds 36.6 — — 36.6 Fixed maturity securities: Government securities 3.8 — — 3.8 Corporate securities — 9.5 — 9.5 Asset-backed securities — 7.7 — 7.7 Other types of investments: Common and collective trusts — 1.5 — 1.5 Partnership interests — — 1.5 1.5 Life insurance contracts — — 229.9 229.9 Investment in DOL 103-12 trust — 13.4 — 13.4 Total other benefit assets $ 64.6 $ 32.4 $ 231.4 $ 328.4 A reconciliation of the beginning and ending balances of plan assets measured at fair value using Level III inputs for the years ended December 31, 2016 , 2015 and 2014 is as follows: Partnership Interests Insurance Company Contracts Life Insurance Contracts Total Year ended December 31, 2016 Beginning balance at January 1, 2016 $ 118.6 $ 174.2 $ 229.9 $ 522.7 Actual return on plan assets: Relating to assets still held at the reporting date (3.5 ) (3.1 ) 10.8 4.2 Purchases 17.8 8.9 — 26.7 Sales (19.2 ) (6.7 ) (3.0 ) (28.9 ) Ending balance at December 31, 2016 $ 113.7 $ 173.3 $ 237.7 $ 524.7 Year ended December 31, 2015 Beginning balance at January 1, 2015 $ 122.2 $ 187.7 $ 238.4 $ 548.3 Actual return on plan assets: Relating to assets still held at the reporting date (5.9 ) (5.7 ) (6.8 ) (18.4 ) Purchases 10.9 7.0 — 17.9 Sales (8.6 ) (14.8 ) (1.7 ) (25.1 ) Ending balance at December 31, 2015 $ 118.6 $ 174.2 $ 229.9 $ 522.7 Year ended December 31, 2014 Beginning balance at January 1, 2014 $ 160.3 $ 197.4 $ 230.0 $ 587.7 Actual return on plan assets: Relating to assets still held at the reporting date (5.4 ) 1.4 8.4 4.4 Purchases 8.4 11.6 — 20.0 Sales (41.1 ) (22.7 ) — (63.8 ) Ending balance at December 31, 2014 $ 122.2 $ 187.7 $ 238.4 $ 548.3 There were no transfers between Levels I, II and III during the years ended December 31, 2016 , 2015 and 2014 . Our current funding strategy is to fund an amount at least equal to the minimum required funding as determined under ERISA with consideration of maximum tax deductible amounts. We may elect to make discretionary contributions up to the maximum amount deductible for income tax purposes. For the years ended December 31, 2016 , 2015 and 2014 , no material contributions were necessary to meet ERISA required funding levels. However, during the years ended December 31, 2016 , 2015 and 2014 , we made tax deductible discretionary contributions to the pension benefit plans of $11.1 , $3.7 and $3.6 , respectively. Employer contributions to other benefit plans represent discretionary contributions and do not include payments to retirees for current benefits. Our estimated future payments for pension benefits and postretirement benefits, which reflect expected future service, as appropriate, are as follows: Pension Benefits Other Benefits 2017 $ 157.9 $ 41.4 2018 154.0 42.2 2019 153.1 42.5 2020 147.8 42.5 2021 143.0 42.2 2022 – 2026 637.6 197.4 In addition to the defined benefit plans, we maintain the Anthem 401(k) Plan which is a qualified defined contribution plan covering substantially all employees. Voluntary employee contributions are matched by us subject to certain limitations. Contributions made by us totaled $131.5 , $125.4 and $111.1 during 2016 , 2015 and 2014 , respectively.

Medical Claims Payable

Medical Claims Payable	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Medical Claims Payable [Abstract]
Medical Claims Payable	Medical Claims Payable A reconciliation of the beginning and ending balances for medical claims payable, by segment (see Note 19, "Segment Information"), for the year ended December 31, 2016 is as follows: Commercial & Specialty Business Government Business Total Gross medical claims payable, beginning of year $ 3,396.1 $ 4,173.7 $ 7,569.8 Ceded medical claims payable, beginning of year (635.7 ) (9.9 ) (645.6 ) Net medical claims payable, beginning of year 2,760.4 4,163.8 6,924.2 Net incurred medical claims: Current year 27,797.3 38,574.1 66,371.4 Prior years redundancies (466.5 ) (383.9 ) (850.4 ) Total net incurred medical claims 27,330.8 38,190.2 65,521.0 Net payments attributable to: Current year medical claims 25,119.3 34,037.3 59,156.6 Prior years medical claims 2,226.2 3,708.9 5,935.1 Total net payments 27,345.5 37,746.2 65,091.7 Net medical claims payable, end of year 2,745.7 4,607.8 7,353.5 Ceded medical claims payable, end of year 521.3 17.8 539.1 Gross medical claims payable, end of year $ 3,267.0 $ 4,625.6 $ 7,892.6 A reconciliation of the beginning and ending balances for medical claims payable, by segment, for the year ended December 31, 2015 is as follows: Commercial & Specialty Business Government Business Total Gross medical claims payable, beginning of year $ 3,541.4 $ 3,319.8 $ 6,861.2 Ceded medical claims payable, beginning of year (762.5 ) (4.9 ) (767.4 ) Net medical claims payable, beginning of year 2,778.9 3,314.9 6,093.8 Business combinations and purchase adjustments — 121.8 121.8 Net incurred medical claims: Current year 26,798.5 33,909.9 60,708.4 Prior years redundancies (480.3 ) (319.9 ) (800.2 ) Total net incurred medical claims 26,318.2 33,590.0 59,908.2 Net payments attributable to: Current year medical claims 24,145.7 29,922.0 54,067.7 Prior years medical claims 2,191.0 2,940.9 5,131.9 Total net payments 26,336.7 32,862.9 59,199.6 Net medical claims payable, end of year 2,760.4 4,163.8 6,924.2 Ceded medical claims payable, end of year 635.7 9.9 645.6 Gross medical claims payable, end of year $ 3,396.1 $ 4,173.7 $ 7,569.8 A reconciliation of the beginning and ending balances for medical claims payable, by segment, for the year ended December 31, 2014 is as follows: Commercial & Specialty Business Government Business Total Gross medical claims payable, beginning of year $ 3,129.9 $ 2,997.3 $ 6,127.2 Ceded medical claims payable, beginning of year (21.7 ) (1.7 ) (23.4 ) Net medical claims payable, beginning of year 3,108.2 2,995.6 6,103.8 Net incurred medical claims: Current year 27,708.1 28,597.7 56,305.8 Prior years redundancies (239.5 ) (302.4 ) (541.9 ) Total net incurred medical claims 27,468.6 28,295.3 55,763.9 Net payments attributable to: Current year medical claims 25,016.9 25,337.0 50,353.9 Prior years medical claims 2,781.0 2,639.0 5,420.0 Total net payments 27,797.9 27,976.0 55,773.9 Net medical claims payable, end of year 2,778.9 3,314.9 6,093.8 Ceded medical claims payable, end of year 762.5 4.9 767.4 Gross medical claims payable, end of year $ 3,541.4 $ 3,319.8 $ 6,861.2 Amounts incurred related to prior years vary from previously estimated liabilities as the claims are ultimately settled. Liabilities at any period end are continually reviewed and re-estimated as information regarding actual claims payments, or runout, becomes known. This information is compared to the originally established year end liability. Negative amounts reported for incurred medical claims related to prior years result from claims being settled for amounts less than originally estimated. The prior year redundancy of $850.4 shown above for the year ended December 31, 2016 represents an estimate based on paid claim activity from January 1, 2016 to December 31, 2016 . Medical claim liabilities are usually described as having a “short tail,” which means that they are generally paid within twelve months of the member receiving service from the provider. Accordingly, the majority of the $850.4 redundancy relates to claims incurred in calendar year 2015 . The following table provides a summary of the two key assumptions having the most significant impact on our incurred but not paid liability estimates for the years ended December 31, 2016 , 2015 and 2014 , which are the completion and trend factors. These two key assumptions can be influenced by utilization levels, unit costs, mix of business, benefit plan designs, provider reimbursement levels, processing system conversions and changes, claim inventory levels, claim processing patterns, claim submission patterns and operational changes resulting from business combinations . Favorable Developments by Changes in Key Assumptions 2016 2015 2014 Assumed trend factors $ (591.3 ) $ (467.9 ) $ (399.5 ) Assumed completion factors (259.1 ) (332.3 ) (142.4 ) Total $ (850.4 ) $ (800.2 ) $ (541.9 ) The favorable development recognized in 2016 and 2015 resulted primarily from trend factors in late 2015 and late 2014 , respectively, developing more favorably than originally expected as well as a smaller but significant contribution from completion factor development. The favorable development recognized in 2014 was driven by trend factors in late 2013 developing more favorably than originally expected. The reconciliation of net incurred medical claims to benefit expense included in the consolidated statements of income is as follows: Years Ended December 31 2016 2015 2014 Net incurred medical claims: Commercial & Specialty Business $ 27,330.8 $ 26,318.2 $ 27,468.6 Government Business 38,190.2 33,590.0 28,295.3 Total net incurred medical claims 65,521.0 59,908.2 55,763.9 Quality improvement and other claims expense 1,313.4 1,208.7 1,091.0 Benefit expense $ 66,834.4 $ 61,116.9 $ 56,854.9 Incurred and paid claims development, net of reinsurance, for the Commercial & Specialty Business for the years ended December 31, 2016 , 2015 and 2014 is as follows: Commercial & Specialty Business Cumulative Incurred Claims and Allocated Claim Adjustment Expenses, Net of Reinsurance Claim Year 2014 2015 2016 2014 & Prior $ 30,576.8 $ 30,096.5 $ 30,121.8 2015 26,798.5 26,306.6 2016 27,797.3 Total $ 84,225.7 Commercial & Specialty Business Cumulative Paid Claims and Allocated Claim Adjustment Expenses, Net of Reinsurance Claim Year 2014 2015 2016 2014 & Prior $ 27,797.9 $ 29,988.9 $ 30,095.6 2015 24,145.7 26,265.1 2016 25,119.3 Total $ 81,480.0 At December 31, 2016, the total of incurred but not reported liabilities plus expected development on reported claims for the Commercial & Specialty Business was $26.2 , $41.5 and $2,678.0 for the claim years 2014 and prior, 2015 and 2016 , respectively. At December 31, 2016, the cumulative number of reported claims for the Commercial & Specialty Business was 131.6 , 118.6 and 111.2 for the claims years 2014 and prior, 2015 and 2016 , respectively. Incurred and paid claims development, net of reinsurance, for the Government Business as of and for the years ended December 31, 2016 , 2015 and 2014 is as follows: Government Business Cumulative Incurred Claims and Allocated Claim Adjustment Expenses, Net of Reinsurance Claim Year 2014 2015 2016 2014 & Prior $ 31,290.9 $ 30,971.0 $ 30,911.5 2015 33,909.9 33,585.6 2016 38,574.1 Total $ 103,071.2 Government Business Cumulative Paid Claims and Allocated Claim Adjustment Expenses, Net of Reinsurance Claim Year 2014 2015 2016 2014 & Prior $ 27,976.0 $ 30,916.9 $ 30,906.0 2015 29,800.3 33,520.2 2016 34,037.2 Total $ 98,463.4 At December 31, 2016, the total of incurred but not reported liabilities plus expected development on reported claims for the Government Business was $5.5 , $65.4 and $4,536.9 for the claim years 2014 and prior, 2015 and 2016 , respectively. At December 31, 2016, the cumulative number of reported claims for the Government Business was 193.0 , 189.0 and 193.6 for the claims years 2014 and prior, 2015 and 2016 , respectively. The information about incurred and paid claims development for the years ended December 31, 2014 and 2015 , for both the Commercial & Specialty Business and Government Business, is presented as supplementary information. The cumulative number of reported claims for each claim year for both the Commercial & Specialty Business and Government Business have been developed using historical data captured by our claim payment systems. The provided claim amounts are not a precise tool for understanding utilization of medical services. They could be impacted by a variety of factors including changes in provider billing practices, provider reimbursement arrangements, mix of services, benefit design or processing systems. The cumulative number of reported claims has been provided to comply with FASB accounting standards and is not used by management in its claims analysis. Our cumulative number of reported claims may not be comparable to similar measures reported by other health benefits companies. The reconciliation of the Commercial & Specialty Business and Government Business incurred and paid claims development information, reflected in the tables above, to the consolidated ending balance for medical claims payable, as of December 31, 2016 , is as follows: Commercial & Specialty Business Government Business Total Cumulative incurred claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance $ 84,225.7 $ 103,071.2 $ 187,296.9 Less: cumulative paid claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance 81,480.0 98,463.4 179,943.4 Net medical claims payable, end of year 2,745.7 4,607.8 7,353.5 Ceded medical claims payable, end of year 521.3 17.8 539.1 Gross medical claims payable, end of year $ 3,267.0 $ 4,625.6 $ 7,892.6

Debt

Debt	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]
Debt	Debt Short-term Borrowings We are a member, through certain subsidiaries, of the Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis, the Federal Home Loan Bank of Cincinnati and the Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta, collectively, the FHLBs, and as a member we have the ability to obtain short-term cash advances subject to certain minimum collateral requirements. At December 31, 2016 and 2015 , $440.0 and $540.0 , respectively, were outstanding under our short-term FHLBs borrowings. These outstanding short-term FHLBs borrowings at December 31, 2016 and 2015 had fixed interest rates of 0.643% and 0.424% , respectively. Long-term Debt The carrying value of long-term debt at December 31 consists of the following: 2016 2015 Senior unsecured notes: 2.375%, due 2017 $ 400.1 $ 399.9 5.875%, due 2017 528.3 527.6 1.875%, due 2018 624.3 621.9 2.300%, due 2018 647.5 645.9 2.250%, due 2019 845.6 843.9 7.000%, due 2019 439.4 438.9 4.350%, due 2020 700.0 702.9 3.700%, due 2021 696.9 696.2 3.125%, due 2022 843.8 842.7 3.300%, due 2023 993.3 992.2 3.500%, due 2024 791.9 790.9 5.950%, due 2034 444.7 444.5 5.850%, due 2036 768.3 768.0 6.375%, due 2037 639.9 639.6 5.800%, due 2040 193.9 193.8 4.625%, due 2042 886.3 885.8 4.650%, due 2043 985.9 985.5 4.650%, due 2044 790.8 790.5 5.100%, due 2044 593.6 593.3 4.850%, due 2054 246.8 246.6 Remarketable subordinated notes: 1.900%, due 2028 1,237.6 1,236.1 Surplus notes: 9.000%, due 2027 24.9 24.9 Senior convertible debentures: 2.750%, due 2042 334.1 330.7 Variable rate debt: Commercial paper program 629.0 682.2 Total long-term debt 15,286.9 15,324.5 Current portion of long-term debt (928.4 ) — Long-term debt, less current portion $ 14,358.5 $ 15,324.5 All debt is a direct obligation of Anthem, Inc., except for the surplus notes and the FHLB borrowings. We generally issue senior unsecured notes for long-term borrowing purposes. Certain of these notes may have a call feature that allows us to redeem the notes at any time at our option and/or a put feature that allows a note holder to redeem the notes upon the occurrence of both a change in control event and a downgrade of the notes below an investment grade rating. On September 10, 2015, we repaid, upon maturity, the $625.0 outstanding principal balance of our 1.25% Notes due 2015. Additionally, during the year ended December 31, 2015, we repurchased $13.0 of outstanding principal balance of certain senior unsecured notes, plus applicable premium and accrued and unpaid interest, for cash totaling $16.2 . We recognized a loss on extinguishment of debt of $3.4 on the repurchase of these notes. On May 12, 2015, we issued 25.0 Equity Units, pursuant to an underwriting agreement dated May 6, 2015, in an aggregate principal amount of $1,250.0 . Each Equity Unit has a stated amount of $50 (whole dollars) and consists of a purchase contract obligating the holder to purchase a certain number of shares of our common stock on May 1, 2018, subject to earlier termination or settlement, for a price in cash of $50 (whole dollars); and a 5% undivided beneficial ownership interest in $1,000 (whole dollars) principal amount of our 1.900% remarketable subordinated notes, or RSNs, due 2028. We received $1,228.8 in cash proceeds from the issuance of the Equity Units, net of underwriting discounts, commissions and offering expenses payable by us, and recorded $1,250.0 in long-term debt. The proceeds are being used for general corporate purposes, including, but not limited to, the repurchase of a portion of our outstanding senior convertible debentures due 2042. On May 1, 2018, if the applicable market value of our common stock is equal to or greater than $207.6487 per share, the settlement rate will be 0.2406 shares of our common stock. If the applicable market value of our common stock is less than $207.6487 per share but greater than $143.7568 per share, the settlement rate will be a number of shares of our common stock equal to $50 (whole dollars) divided by the applicable market value of our common stock. If the applicable market value of common stock is less than or equal to $143.7568 per share, the settlement rate will be 0.3479 shares of our common stock. Holders of the Equity Units may elect early settlement at a minimum settlement rate of 0.2406 shares of our common stock for each purchase contract being settled. The RSNs are pledged as collateral to secure the purchase of common stock under the related stock purchase contracts. Quarterly interest payments on the RSNs commenced on August 1, 2015. The RSNs are scheduled to be remarketed during the five business day period ending on April 26, 2018 and may be remarketed earlier, at our election, during the period from January 30, 2018 through April 12, 2018. Following the remarketing, the interest rate on the RSNs will be set to current market rates and interest will be payable semi-annually. At December 31, 2016 and 2015 , the stock purchase contract liability was $62.0 and $102.3 , respectively, and is included in other current liabilities and other noncurrent liabilities with a corresponding offset to additional paid-in capital in our consolidated balance sheet. Contract adjustment payments commenced on August 1, 2015 at a rate of 3.350% per annum on the stated amount per Equity Unit. Subject to certain specified terms and conditions, we have the right to defer payments on all or part of the contract adjustment payments but not beyond the contract settlement date and we have the right to defer payment of interest on the RSNs but not beyond the purchase contract settlement date or maturity date. Surplus notes are unsecured obligations of Anthem Insurance Companies, Inc., or Anthem Insurance, a wholly owned subsidiary, and are subordinate in right of payment to all of Anthem Insurance’s existing and future indebtedness. Any payment of interest or principal on the surplus notes may be made only with the prior approval of the Indiana Department of Insurance, or IDOI, and only out of capital and surplus funds of Anthem Insurance that the IDOI determines to be available for the payment under Indiana insurance laws. We have a senior revolving credit facility, or the Facility, with a group of lenders for general corporate purposes. The facility provides credit up to $3,500.0 and matures on August 25, 2020 . The interest rate on the Facility is based on either the LIBOR rate or a base rate plus a predetermined rate based on our public debt rating at the date of utilization. Our ability to borrow under the Facility is subject to compliance with certain covenants. There were no amounts outstanding under the senior revolving credit facilities at December 31, 2016 or 2015 . We have an authorized commercial paper program of up to $2,500.0 , the proceeds of which may be used for general corporate purposes. At December 31, 2016 , we had $629.0 outstanding under our commercial paper program with a weighted-average interest rate of 0.9715% . At December 31, 2015 , we had $682.2 outstanding under our commercial paper program with a weighted-average interest rate of 0.7050% . Commercial paper borrowings have been classified as long-term debt at December 31, 2016 and 2015, as our general practice and intent is to replace short-term commercial paper outstanding at expiration with additional short-term commercial paper for an uninterrupted period extending for more than one year and we have the ability to redeem our commercial paper with borrowings under the senior credit facility described above. During the year ended December 31, 2015, we entered into a bridge facility commitment letter and a joinder agreement, and a term loan facility, to finance a portion of the pending acquisition of Cigna. We paid $ 106.6 in fees in connection with the bridge facility which were capitalized in other current assets and amortized as interest expense. We recorded $104.0 and $ 36.8 of interest expense related to the amortization of the bridge loan facility and other related fees during the years ended December 31, 2016 and 2015 , respectively. In January 2017, we reduced the size of the bridge facility from $22,500.0 to $19,500.0 and extended the termination date under the Merger Agreement, as well as the availability of commitments under the bridge facility and term loan facility, to April 30, 2017. In connection with the extension of the bridge facility, we paid $97.5 in fees, which will be amortized through April 30, 2017. The commitment of the lenders to provide the bridge facility and term loan facility is subject to several conditions, including the completion of the Cigna acquisition. For additional information, see the “ Pending Acquisition of Cigna Corporation ” section of Note 3, “Business Acquisitions and Divestiture.” Convertible Debentures On October 9, 2012, we issued $1,500.0 of senior convertible debentures, or the Debentures. The Debentures are governed by an indenture dated as of October 9, 2012 between us and The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, N.A., as trustee, or the Indenture. The Debentures bear interest at a rate of 2.750% per year, payable semi-annually in arrears in cash on April 15 and October 15 of each year, and mature on October 15, 2042, unless earlier redeemed, repurchased or converted into shares of common stock at the applicable conversion rate. The Debentures also have a contingent interest feature that will require us to pay additional interest based on certain thresholds and for certain events, as defined in the Indenture, beginning on October 15, 2022. Holders may convert their Debentures at their option prior to the close of business on the business day immediately preceding April 15, 2042, only under the following circumstances: (1) during any fiscal quarter if the last reported sale price of our common stock for at least 20 trading days during a period of 30 consecutive trading days ending on the last trading day of the preceding fiscal quarter is greater than or equal to 130% of the applicable conversion price on each applicable trading day; (2) during the five business day period after any 10 consecutive trading day period, or the measurement period, in which the trading price per $1,000 (whole dollars) principal amount of Debentures for each trading day of that measurement period was less than 98% of the product of the last reported sale price of our common stock and the applicable conversion rate on each such day; (3) if we call any or all of the Debentures for redemption, at any time prior to the close of business on the third scheduled trading day prior to the redemption date; or (4) upon the occurrence of specified corporate events, as defined in the Indenture. On and after April 15, 2042 and until the close of business on the third scheduled trading day immediately preceding the Debentures’ maturity date of October 15, 2042 , holders may convert their Debentures into common stock at any time irrespective of the preceding circumstances. The Debentures are redeemable at our option at any time on or after October 20, 2022 , upon the occurrence of certain events, as defined in the Indenture. Upon conversion of the Debentures, we will deliver cash up to the aggregate principal amount of the Debentures converted. With respect to any conversion obligation in excess of the aggregate principal amount of the Debentures converted, we have the option to settle the excess with cash, shares of our common stock or a combination thereof based on a daily conversion value, determined in accordance with the Indenture. The initial conversion rate for the Debentures was 13.2319 shares of our common stock per Debenture, which represented a 25% conversion premium based on the closing price of $60.46 per share of our common stock on October 2, 2012 (the date the Debentures’ terms were finalized) and is equivalent to an initial conversion price of $75.575 per share of our common stock. During the year ended December 31, 2015, we repurchased $920.0 in aggregate principal of the Debentures. In addition, $66.6 aggregate principal was surrendered for conversion by certain holders in accordance with the terms and provisions of the Indenture. We elected to settle the excess of the principal amount of the repurchases and conversions with cash for total payments of $2,055.7 . We recognized a gain on the extinguishment of debt related to the Debentures of $12.7 , based on the fair values of the debt on the repurchase and conversion settlement dates. As of December 31, 2016 , our common stock was last traded at a price of $143.77 per share. If the remaining Debentures had been converted or matured at December 31, 2016 , we would be obligated to pay the principal of the Debentures plus an amount in cash or shares equal to $493.2 . The Debentures and underlying shares of our common stock have not been and will not be registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Securities Act, or any state securities laws and may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an applicable exemption from registration requirements. The Debentures were offered and sold to qualified institutional buyers pursuant to Rule 144A under the Securities Act. We have accounted for the Debentures in accordance with the cash conversion guidance in FASB guidance for debt with conversion and other options. As a result, the value of the embedded conversion option, net of deferred taxes and equity issuance costs, has been bifurcated from its debt host and recorded as a component of “additional paid-in capital” in our consolidated balance sheets. The following table summarizes at December 31, 2016 the related balances, conversion rate and conversion price of the Debentures: Outstanding principal amount $ 513.4 Unamortized debt discount $ 173.6 Net debt carrying amount $ 334.1 Equity component carrying amount $ 186.1 Conversion rate (shares of common stock per $1,000 of principal amount) 13.6368 Effective conversion price (per $1,000 of principal amount) $ 73.3306 The remaining amortization period of the unamortized debt discount as of December 31, 2016 is approximately 26 years . The unamortized discount will be amortized into interest expense using the effective interest method based on an effective interest rate of 5.130% , which represents the market interest rate for a comparable debt instrument that does not have a conversion feature. During the years ended December 31, 2016 and 2015 , we recognized $17.3 and $32.5 , respectively, of interest expense related to the Debentures, of which $14.1 and $26.6 , respectively, represented interest expense recognized at the stated interest rate of 2.750% and $3.2 and $5.9 , respectively, represented interest expense resulting from amortization of the debt discount. Total interest paid during 2016 , 2015 and 2014 was $ 594.9 , $604.0 , and $575.9 , respectively. We were in compliance with all applicable covenants under all of our outstanding debt agreements at December 31, 2016 and 2015 . Future maturities of all long-term debt outstanding at December 31, 2016 are as follows: 2017, $1,557.4 ; 2018, $1,271.8 ; 2019, $1,285.0 ; 2020, $700.0 ; 2021, $696.9 and thereafter, $9,775.8 .

Capital Stock

Capital Stock	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Capital [Abstract]
Capital Stock	Capital Stock Stock Incentive Plan s Our Board of Directors has adopted the Anthem Incentive Compensation Plan, or Incentive Compensation Plan, which has been approved by our shareholders. The term of the Incentive Compensation Plan is such that no awards may be granted on or after May 20, 2019. The Incentive Compensation Plan gives authority to the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors to make incentive awards to our non-employee directors, employees and consultants, consisting of stock options, stock, restricted stock, restricted stock units, cash-based awards, stock appreciation rights, performance shares and performance units. The Incentive Compensation Plan, as amended and restated, limits the number of available shares for issuance to 60.1 shares, subject to adjustment as set forth in the Incentive Compensation Plan. Stock options are granted for a fixed number of shares with an exercise price at least equal to the fair value of the shares at the grant date. Stock options vest over three years in equal semi-annual installments and generally have a term of ten years from the grant date. Certain option grants contain provisions whereby the employee continues to vest in the award subsequent to termination due to retirement. Our attribution method for newly granted awards considers all vesting and other provisions, including retirement eligibility, in determining the requisite service period over which the fair value of the awards will be recognized. Awards of restricted stock or restricted stock units are issued at the fair value of the stock on the grant date and may also include one or more performance measures that must be met for the award to vest. The restrictions lapse in three equal annual installments. Performance units issued in 2015 will vest in 2018, based on earnings targets over the three year period of 2015 to 2017. Performance units issued in 2016 will vest in 2019, based on earnings targets over the three year period of 2016 to 2018. For the years ended December 31, 2016 , 2015 and 2014 , we recognized share-based compensation expense of $164.6 , $148.2 and $168.9 , respectively, as well as related tax benefits of $60.5 , $53.7 and $60.7 , respectively. A summary of stock option activity for the year ended December 31, 2016 is as follows: Number of Shares Weighted-Average Option Price per Share Weighted-Average Remaining Contractual Life (Years) Aggregate Intrinsic Value Outstanding at January 1, 2016 6.0 $ 87.23 Granted 1.4 131.84 Exercised (1.5 ) 64.39 Forfeited or expired (0.3 ) 118.58 Outstanding at December 31, 2016 5.6 102.80 5.19 $ 234.0 Exercisable at December 31, 2016 3.7 88.04 3.62 $ 207.8 The intrinsic value of options exercised during the years ended December 31, 2016 , 2015 and 2014 amounted to $103.0 , $188.1 and $156.7 , respectively. We recognized tax benefits of $37.9 , $68.0 and $53.2 in 2016 , 2015 and 2014 , respectively, from option exercises and disqualifying dispositions. During the years ended December 31, 2016 , 2015 and 2014 we received cash of $95.4 , $162.2 and $283.6 , respectively, from exercises of stock options. The total fair value of restricted stock awards that vested during the years ended December 31, 2016 , 2015 and 2014 was $184.9 , $257.2 and $174.0 , respectively. A summary of the status of nonvested restricted stock activity, including restricted stock units, for the year ended December 31, 2016 is as follows: Restricted Stock Shares and Units Weighted-Average Grant Date Fair Value per Share Nonvested at January 1, 2016 2.7 $ 101.66 Granted 1.1 131.81 Vested (1.4 ) 82.26 Forfeited (0.3 ) 119.94 Nonvested at December 31, 2016 2.1 127.68 During the year ended December 31, 2016 , we granted approximately 0.5 restricted stock units that are contingent upon us achieving earning targets over the three year period of 2016 to 2018 . These grants have been included in the activity shown above, but will be subject to adjustment at the end of 2018, based on results in the three year period. As of December 31, 2016 , the total remaining unrecognized compensation expense related to nonvested stock options and restricted stock amounted to $17.7 and $111.7 , respectively, which will be amortized over the weighted-average remaining requisite service periods of 11 months and 15 months , respectively. As of December 31, 2016 , there were approximately 15.0 shares of common stock available for future grants under the Incentive Compensation Plan. Fair Value We use a binomial lattice valuation model to estimate the fair value of all stock options granted. Expected volatility assumptions used in the binomial lattice model are based on an analysis of implied volatilities of publicly traded options on our stock and historical volatility of our stock price. The risk-free interest rate is derived from the U.S. Treasury strip rates at the time of the grant. The expected term of the options was derived from the outputs of the binomial lattice model, which incorporates post-vesting forfeiture assumptions based on an analysis of historical data. The dividend yield was based on our estimate of future dividend yields. Similar groups of employees that have dissimilar exercise behavior are considered separately for valuation purposes. We utilize the “multiple-grant” approach for recognizing compensation expense associated with each separately vesting portion of the share-based award. The following weighted-average assumptions were used to estimate the fair values of options granted during the years ended December 31: 2016 2015 2014 Risk-free interest rate 1.76 % 1.96 % 2.16 % Volatility factor 32.00 % 31.00 % 35.00 % Dividend yield (annual) 2.00 % 1.70 % 2.00 % Weighted-average expected life (years) 4.10 4.00 3.75 The following weighted-average fair values were determined for the years ending December 31: 2016 2015 2014 Options granted during the year $ 30.56 $ 33.97 $ 22.41 Restricted stock awards granted during the year 131.81 147.00 90.53 The binomial lattice option-pricing model requires the input of highly subjective assumptions including the expected stock price volatility. Because our stock option grants have characteristics significantly different from those of traded options, and because changes in the subjective input assumptions can materially affect the fair value estimate, in our opinion, existing models do not necessarily provide a reliable single measure of the fair value of our stock option grants. Employee Stock Purchase Plan We have registered 14.0 shares of common stock for the Employee Stock Purchase Plan, or the Stock Purchase Plan, which is intended to provide a means to encourage and assist employees in acquiring a stock ownership interest in Anthem. Pursuant to terms of the Stock Purchase Plan, an employee is permitted to purchase no more than $25,000 (actual dollars) worth of stock in any calendar year, based on the fair value of the stock at the end of each plan quarter. Employees become participants by electing payroll deductions from 1% to 15% of gross compensation. Once purchased, the stock is accumulated in the employee's investment account. The Stock Purchase Plan allows participants to purchase shares of our common stock at a price per share of 95% of the fair value of a share of common stock on the last trading day of the plan quarter. The employee stock purchase plan discount is not recognized as compensation expense based on GAAP guidance. There were 0.2 shares issued during the year ended December 31, 2016 . As of December 31, 2016 , 5.6 shares were available for issuance under the Stock Purchase Plan. Use of Capital and Stock Repurchase Program We regularly review the appropriate use of capital, including acquisitions, common stock and debt security repurchases and dividends to shareholders. The declaration and payment of any dividends or repurchases of our common stock or debt is at the discretion of our Board of Directors and depends upon our financial condition, results of operations, future liquidity needs, regulatory and capital requirements and other factors deemed relevant by our Board of Directors. A summary of the cash dividend activity for the years ended December 31, 2016 and 2015 is as follows: Declaration Date Record Date Payment Date Cash Dividend per Share Total Year ended December 31, 2016 February 18, 2016 March 10, 2016 March 25, 2016 $ 0.6500 $ 170.7 April 26, 2016 June 10, 2016 June 24, 2016 0.6500 170.9 July 26, 2016 September 9, 2016 September 26, 2016 0.6500 171.1 November 1, 2016 December 5, 2016 December 21, 2016 0.6500 171.3 Year ended December 31, 2015 January 27, 2015 March 10, 2015 March 25, 2015 $ 0.6250 $ 166.6 April 28, 2015 June 10, 2015 June 25, 2015 0.6250 163.9 July 28, 2015 September 10, 2015 September 25, 2015 0.6250 163.0 October 27, 2015 December 4, 2015 December 21, 2015 0.6250 163.1 On February 22, 2017 , our Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend to shareholders of $0.6500 per share on the outstanding shares of our common stock. This quarterly dividend is payable on March 24, 2017 to the shareholders of record as of March 10, 2017 . Under our Board of Directors’ authorization, we maintain a common stock repurchase program. On October 2, 2014, the Board of Directors authorized a $5,000.0 increase to the common stock repurchase program. Repurchases may be made from time to time at prevailing market prices, subject to certain restrictions on volume, pricing and timing. The repurchases are effected from time to time in the open market, through negotiated transactions, including accelerated share repurchase agreements, and through plans designed to comply with Rule 10b5-1 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Our stock repurchase program is discretionary as we are under no obligation to repurchase shares. We repurchase shares under the program when we believe it is a prudent use of capital. The excess cost of the repurchased shares over par value is charged on a pro rata basis to additional paid-in capital and retained earnings. There were no common stock repurchases during 2016. Total authorization remaining at December 31, 2016 was $4,175.9 . A summary of common stock repurchases for the year ended December 31, 2015 is as follows: 2015 Shares repurchased 10.4 Average price per share $ 145.50 Aggregate cost $ 1,515.8 Authorization remaining at end of year $ 4,175.9 During the year ended December 31, 2015, we entered into a series of call and put options with certain counterparties to repurchase shares of our common stock. We exercised call options that enabled us to repurchase 2.1 shares of our common stock at an average strike price of $135.03 . In order to set the call option strike prices below our market price at inception on certain of these options, we sold 5.3 put options, the majority containing an average strike price equal to the call options. During the year ended December 31, 2015, 4.6 put options expired unexercised, while the remaining 0.7 put options were assigned to us, resulting in our repurchase of 0.7 shares of our common stock at an average share price of $143.89 . Based on GAAP guidance, the initial value of the call options was recognized as a reduction of shareholders' equity and the initial value of the put options was recognized as a liability. For additional information regarding the use of capital for debt security repurchases, see Note 12, "Debt." Equity Units On May 12, 2015, we issued 25.0 Equity Units, pursuant to an underwriting agreement dated May 6, 2015, in an aggregate principal amount of $1,250.0 . For additional information relating to the Equity Units, see Note 12, “Debt.”

Commitments And Contingencies

Commitments And Contingencies	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]
Commitments And Contingencies	Commitments and Contingencies Litigation In the ordinary course of business, we are defendants in, or parties to, a number of pending or threatened legal actions or proceedings. To the extent a plaintiff or plaintiffs in the following cases have specified in their complaint or in other court filings the amount of damages being sought, we have noted those alleged damages in the descriptions below. With respect to the cases described below, we contest liability and/or the amount of damages in each matter and believe we have meritorious defenses. We are defending a certified class action filed as a result of the 2001 demutualization of Anthem Insurance. The lawsuit names Anthem Insurance as well as Anthem, Inc. and is captioned Ronald Gold, et al. v. Anthem, Inc. et al. Anthem Insurance’s 2001 Plan of Conversion, or the Plan, provided for the conversion of Anthem Insurance from a mutual insurance company into a stock insurance company pursuant to Indiana law. Under the Plan, Anthem Insurance distributed the fair value of the company at the time of conversion to its Eligible Statutory Members, or ESMs, in the form of cash or Anthem common stock in exchange for their membership interests in the mutual company. Plaintiffs in Gold allege that Anthem Insurance distributed value to the wrong ESMs. A trial on liability was held in October 2014. In June 2015, the court entered judgment for Anthem Insurance on all issues, finding that (i) Anthem Insurance correctly determined the state of Connecticut to be an ESM, not Plaintiffs; (ii) Anthem Insurance acted in good faith in making this determination, while Plaintiffs failed to present sufficient evidence to override a presumption that Anthem Insurance’s ESM determination was correct; and (iii) Plaintiffs failed to prove the breach of any contractual obligation. In July 2015, Plaintiffs filed a notice of appeal from the judgment entered for Anthem Insurance. In December 2015, the Connecticut Supreme Court decided it would hear the appeal directly rather than the appeal going to the intermediate appellate court. Oral arguments were held in October 2016 and the appeal is currently under consideration by the court. We intend to vigorously seek the affirmation of the trial court's judgment; however, the suit's ultimate outcome cannot be presently determined. We are currently a defendant in eleven putative class actions relating to out-of-network, or OON, reimbursement that were consolidated into a single multi-district lawsuit called In re WellPoint, Inc. (n/k/a Anthem, Inc.) Out-of-Network “UCR” Rates Litigation that is pending in the United States District Court for the Central District of California. The lawsuits were filed in 2009. The plaintiffs include current and former members on behalf of a putative class of members who received OON services for which the defendants paid less than billed charges, the American Medical Association, four state medical associations, OON physicians, OON non-physician providers, the American Podiatric Medical Association, California Chiropractic Association and the California Psychological Association on behalf of putative classes of OON physicians and all OON non-physician health care providers. The plaintiffs filed several amended complaints alleging that the defendants violated the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act, or RICO, the Sherman Antitrust Act, ERISA, federal regulations, and state law by using an OON reimbursement database called Ingenix and by using non-Ingenix OON reimbursement methodologies. The most recent pleading filed by the plaintiffs is a Fourth Amended Complaint to which we filed a motion to dismiss most, but not all, of the claims. In July 2013 the court issued an order granting in part and denying in part our motion. The court held that the federal and state anti-trust claims along with the RICO claims should be dismissed in their entirety with prejudice. The court further found that the ERISA claims, to the extent they involved non-Ingenix methodologies, along with those that involved our alleged non-disclosures should be dismissed with prejudice. The court also dismissed most of the plaintiffs’ state law claims with prejudice. The only claims that remain after the court’s decision are an ERISA benefits claim relating to claims priced based on Ingenix, a breach of contract claim on behalf of one subscriber plaintiff, a breach of implied covenant claim on behalf of one subscriber plaintiff, and one subscriber plaintiff’s claim under the California Unfair Competition Law. The plaintiffs filed a motion for reconsideration of the motion to dismiss order, which the court granted in part and denied in part. The court ruled that the plaintiffs adequately allege that one Georgia provider plaintiff is deemed to have exhausted administrative remedies regarding non-Ingenix methodologies based on the facts alleged regarding that plaintiff. Fact discovery is complete. The plaintiffs filed a motion for class certification in November 2013 seeking six different classes. Following oral argument, the court denied the plaintiffs' motion for class certification in late 2014. The California subscriber plaintiffs filed a motion for leave to file a renewed motion for class certification with more narrowly defined proposed classes, which the court denied. All but two of the individually named subscribers and all of the providers and medical associations dismissed their claims with prejudice. We filed a motion for summary judgment in March 2016, and a motion for summary judgment was also filed by one of the remaining individual plaintiffs. In July 2016, the court denied plaintiffs' motion and granted our motion for summary judgment on all remaining claims. One plaintiff filed a motion for reconsideration, which was denied, and then filed an appeal of the court's denial of the motion for reconsideration, which is currently pending. In October 2016, the court entered final judgment in the case in our favor. We intend to vigorously defend these suits; however, their ultimate outcome cannot be presently determined. We are a defendant in multiple lawsuits that were initially filed in 2012 against the BCBSA as well as Blue Cross and/or Blue Shield licensees across the country. The cases were consolidated into a single multi-district lawsuit called In re Blue Cross Blue Shield Antitrust Litigation that is pending in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Alabama. Generally, the suits allege that the BCBSA and the Blue plans have engaged in a conspiracy to horizontally allocate geographic markets through license agreements, best efforts rules (which limit the percentage of non-Blue revenue of each plan), restrictions on acquisitions and other arrangements in violation of the Sherman Antitrust Act and related state laws. The cases were brought by two putative nationwide classes of plaintiffs, health plan subscribers and providers. Subscriber and provider plaintiffs each filed consolidated amended complaints in July 2013. The consolidated amended subscriber complaint was also brought on behalf of putative state classes of health plan subscribers in Alabama, Arkansas, California, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas. Defendants filed motions to dismiss in September 2013. In June 2014, the court denied the majority of the motions, ruling that plaintiffs had alleged sufficient facts at this stage of the litigation to avoid dismissal of their claims. Following the subsequent filing of amended complaints by each of the subscriber and provider plaintiffs, we filed our answer and asserted our affirmative defenses in December 2014. No date has been set for either the pretrial conference or trials in these actions. Since January 2016, subscribers have filed additional actions asserting damage claims in Indiana, Kansas, Kansas City, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Vermont, and Virginia, all of which have been consolidated into the multi-district lawsuit. In November 2016, subscriber plaintiffs and provider plaintiffs filed new consolidated amended complaints adding new named plaintiffs and new factual allegations. We intend to vigorously defend these suits; however, their ultimate outcome cannot be presently determined. In July 2013, our California affiliate Blue Cross of California doing business as Anthem Blue Cross, or BCC, has been named as a defendant, along with an unaffiliated entity, in a California taxpayer action filed in Los Angeles County Superior Court, captioned as Michael D. Myers v. State Board of Equalization, et al. This action is brought under a California statute that permits an individual taxpayer to sue a governmental agency when the taxpayer believes the agency has failed to enforce governing law. Plaintiff contends that BCC, a licensed Health Care Service Plan, or HCSP, is an “insurer” for purposes of taxation despite acknowledging it is not an “insurer” under regulatory law. At the time, under California law, “insurers” were required to pay a gross premiums tax, or GPT, calculated as 2.35% on gross premiums. As a licensed HCSP, BCC has paid the California Corporate Franchise Tax, or CFT, the tax paid by California businesses generally. Plaintiff contends that BCC must pay the GPT rather than the CFT. Plaintiff seeks a writ of mandate directing the taxing agencies to collect the GPT, and seeks an order requiring BCC to pay GPT back taxes, interest, and penalties, for a period dating to eight years prior to the July 2013 filing of the complaint. In February 2014, the Superior Court sustained BCC’s demurrer to the complaint, without leave to amend, ruling that BCC is not an “insurer” for purposes of taxation. Plaintiff appealed. In September 2015, the Court of Appeal reversed the Superior Court’s ruling, and remanded. The Court of Appeal held that a HCSP could be an insurer for purposes of taxation if it wrote predominantly “indemnity” products. In October 2015, BCC filed a petition for rehearing in the Court of Appeal which was denied. In November 2015, BCC filed a petition for review with the California Supreme Court which was denied in December 2015. This lawsuit is being coordinated with similar lawsuits filed against other entities. The parties were recently assigned a new judge, but no court dates have been set. BCC intends to vigorously defend this suit; however, its ultimate outcome cannot be presently determined. In March 2016, we filed a lawsuit against Express Scripts, Inc., or Express Scripts, our vendor for pharmacy benefit management, or PBM, services, captioned Anthem, Inc. v. Express Scripts, Inc. , in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York. The lawsuit seeks to recover damages for pharmacy pricing that is higher than competitive benchmark pricing, damages related to operational breaches and seeks various declarations under the pharmacy benefit management agreement, or PBM Agreement, between the parties. Our suit asserts that Express Scripts' pricing exceeds the competitive benchmark pricing required by the PBM Agreement by approximately $13,000.0 over the remaining term of the PBM Agreement, and by approximately $1,800.0 through the post-termination transition period. Further, we assert that Express Scripts’ excessive pricing has caused us to lose existing customers and prevented us from gaining new business. In addition to the amounts associated with competitive benchmark pricing, we are seeking over $158.0 in damages associated with operational breaches incurred, together with a declaratory judgment that Express Scripts: (i) breached its obligation to negotiate in good faith and to agree in writing to new pricing terms; (ii) is required to provide competitive benchmark pricing to us through the term of the PBM Agreement; (iii) has breached the PBM Agreement, and that we can terminate the PBM Agreement either due to Express Scripts’ breaches or because we have determined that Express Scripts’ performance with respect to the delegated Medicare Part D functions has been unsatisfactory; and (iv) is required under the PBM Agreement to provide post-termination services, at competitive benchmark pricing, for one year following any termination. In April 2016, Express Scripts filed an answer to the lawsuit disputing our contractual claims and alleging various defenses and counterclaims. Express Scripts contends that we breached the PBM Agreement by failing to negotiate proposed new pricing terms in good faith and that we breached the implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing by disregarding the terms of the transaction. In addition, Express Scripts is seeking declaratory judgments: (i) regarding the timing of the periodic pricing review under the PBM Agreement; (ii) that it has no obligation to ensure that we receive any specific level of pricing, that we have no contractual right to any change in pricing under the PBM Agreement and that its sole obligation is to negotiate proposed pricing terms in good faith; and (iii) that we do not have the right to terminate the PBM Agreement. In the alternative, Express Scripts claims that we have been unjustly enriched by its payment of $4,675.0 at the time of the PBM Agreement. We believe that Express Scripts’ defenses and counterclaims are without merit. We filed a motion to dismiss Express Scripts' counterclaims, which is pending. We intend to vigorously pursue our claims and defend against any counterclaims; however, the ultimate outcome cannot be presently determined. Anthem, Inc. and Express Scripts were named as defendants in a purported class action lawsuit filed in June 2016 in the Southern District of New York by three members of ERISA plans alleging ERISA violations captioned Karen Burnett, Brendan Farrell, and Robert Shullich, individually and on behalf of all others similarly situated v. Express Scripts, Inc. and Anthem, Inc. The lawsuit was then consolidated with a similar lawsuit that was previously filed against Express Scripts. A first amended consolidated complaint was filed in the consolidated lawsuit, which is captioned In Re Express Scripts/Anthem ERISA Litigation . The first amended consolidated complaint was filed by six individual plaintiffs against Anthem and Express Scripts on behalf of all persons who are participants in or beneficiaries of any ERISA or non-ERISA health care plan from December 1, 2009 to the present in which Anthem provided prescription drug benefits through a PBM Agreement with Express Scripts and who paid a percentage based co-insurance payment in the course of using that prescription drug benefit. As to the ERISA members, the plaintiffs allege that Anthem breached its duties under ERISA (i) by failing to adequately monitor Express Scripts’ pricing under the PBM Agreement and (ii) by placing its own pecuniary interest above the best interests of Anthem insureds for its own pecuniary interest by allegedly agreeing to higher pricing in the PBM Agreement in exchange for the $4,675.0 purchase price for our NextRx PBM business. As to the non-ERISA members, the plaintiffs assert that Anthem breached the implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing implied in the health plans under which the non-ERISA members are covered by (i) negotiating and entering into the PBM Agreement with Express Scripts that was detrimental to the interests of the such non-ERISA members, (ii) failing to adequately monitor the activities of Express Scripts, including failing to timely monitor and correct the prices charged by Express Scripts for prescription medications, and (iii) acting in Anthem’s self-interests instead of the interests of the non-ERISA members when it accepted the $4,675.0 purchase price for NextRx. Plaintiffs seek to hold Anthem and Express Scripts jointly and severally liable and to recover all losses suffered by the proposed class, equitable relief, disgorgement of alleged ill-gotten gains, injunctive relief, attorney’s fees and costs and interest. We filed a motion to dismiss all of the claims brought against Anthem, which is pending. ESI filed a motion to transfer the case to a federal court in Missouri, and we intend to oppose the transfer. We intend to vigorously defend this suit; however, its ultimate outcome cannot be presently determined. As discussed in Note 3, Business Acquisitions - Pending Acquisition of Cigna Corporation, in July 2016, the DOJ, along with certain state attorneys general, filed a civil antitrust lawsuit in the District Court seeking to block the Acquisition, which is captioned United States of America, et al., v. Anthem, Inc. and Cigna Corp . Trial commenced in November 2016 and concluded in January 2017. On January 18, 2017, we provided notice to Cigna that we had elected to extend the termination date under the Merger Agreement from January 31, 2017 until April 30, 2017. On February 8, 2017, the District Court ruled in favor of the DOJ, and following our motion to expedite the appeal, which was granted on February 17, 2017, we promptly appealed the District Court’s ruling to the Appellate Court. On February 14, 2017, Cigna purported to terminate the Merger Agreement and commenced litigation against us in the Delaware Court, seeking damages and a declaratory judgment that its purported termination of the Merger Agreement was lawful, among other claims, which is captioned Cigna Corp. v. Anthem Inc . We believe Cigna’s allegations are without merit. Also on February 14, 2017, we initiated our own litigation against Cigna in the Delaware Court seeking a temporary restraining order to enjoin Cigna from terminating the Merger Agreement, specific performance compelling Cigna to comply with the Merger Agreement and damages, which is captioned Anthem Inc. v. Cigna Corp . On February 15, 2017, the Delaware Court granted our motion for a temporary restraining order and issued an order enjoining Cigna from terminating the Merger Agreement. The temporary restraining order became effective immediately and will remain in place pending any further order from the Delaware Court. A hearing is expected to be scheduled the week of April 10, 2017. We intend to vigorously defend the Acquisition in this litigation and remain committed to completing the Acquisition as soon as practicable. Where available information indicates that it is probable that a loss has been incurred as of the date of the consolidated financial statements and we can reasonably estimate the amount of that loss, we accrue the estimated loss by a charge to income. In many proceedings, however, it is difficult to determine whether any loss is probable or reasonably possible. In addition, even where loss is possible or an exposure to loss exists in excess of the liability already accrued with respect to a previously identified loss contingency, it is not always possible to reasonably estimate the amount of the possible loss or range of loss. With respect to many of the proceedings to which we are a party, we cannot provide an estimate of the possible losses, or the range of possible losses in excess of the amount, if any, accrued, for various reasons, including but not limited to some or all of the following: (i) there are novel or unsettled legal issues presented, (ii) the proceedings are in early stages, (iii) there is uncertainty as to the likelihood of a class being certified or decertified or the ultimate size and scope of the class, (iv) there is uncertainty as to the outcome of pending appeals or motions, (v) there are significant factual issues to be resolved, and/or (vi) in many cases, the plaintiffs have not specified damages in their complaint or in court filings. For those legal proceedings where a loss is probable, or reasonably possible, and for which it is possible to reasonably estimate the amount of the possible loss or range of losses, we currently believe that the range of possible losses, in excess of established reserves, for all of those proceedings is from $0 to approximately $250.0 at December 31, 2016 . This estimated aggregate range of reasonably possible losses is based upon currently available information taking into account our best estimate of such losses for which such an estimate can be made. Cyber Attack Incident In February 2015, we reported that we were the target of a sophisticated external cyber attack. The attackers gained unauthorized access to certain of our information technology systems and obtained personal information related to many individuals and employees, such as names, birthdays, health care identification/social security numbers, street addresses, email addresses, phone numbers and employment information, including income data. To date, there is no evidence that credit card or medical information, such as claims, test results or diagnostic codes, were targeted, accessed or obtained, although no assurance can be given that we will not identify additional information that was accessed or obtained. Upon discovery of the cyber attack, we took immediate action to remediate the security vulnerability and retained a cybersecurity firm to evaluate our systems and identify solutions based on the evolving landscape. We are providing credit monitoring and identity protection services to those who have been affected by this cyber attack. We have continued to implement security enhancements since this incident. We have incurred expenses subsequent to the cyber attack to investigate and remediate this matter and expect to continue to incur expenses of this nature in the foreseeable future. We recognize these expenses in the periods in which they are incurred. Actions have been filed in various federal and state courts and other claims have been or may be asserted against us on behalf of current or former members, current or former employees, other individuals, shareholders or others seeking damages or other related relief, allegedly arising out of the cyber attack. Federal and state agencies, including state insurance regulators, state attorneys general, the Health and Human Services Office of Civil Rights and the Federal Bureau of Investigation, are investigating events related to the cyber attack, including how it occurred, its consequences and our responses. In December 2016, the National Association of Insurance Commissioners, or NAIC, concluded its multistate targeted market conduct and financial exam. In connection with the resolution of the matter, the NAIC requested we provide, and we agreed, a customized credit protection program, equivalent to a credit freeze, for our members who were under the age of eighteen on January 27, 2015. No fines or penalties were imposed on us. Although we are cooperating in these investigations, we may be subject to fines or other obligations, which may have an adverse effect on how we operate our business and our results of operations. With respect to the civil actions, a motion to transfer was filed with the Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation in February 2015 and was subsequently heard by the Panel in May 2015. In June 2015, the Panel entered its order transferring the consolidated matter to the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The U.S. District Court entered its case management order in September 2015. We filed a motion to dismiss ten of the counts that are before the U.S. District Court. In February 2016, the court issued an order granting in part and denying in part our motion, dismissing three counts with prejudice, four counts without prejudice and allowing three counts to proceed. Plaintiffs filed a second amended complaint in March 2016, and we subsequently filed a second motion to dismiss. In May 2016, the court issued an order granting in part and denying in part our motion, dismissing one count with prejudice, dismissing certain counts asserted by specific named plaintiffs with or without prejudice depending on their individualized facts, and allowing the remaining counts to proceed. In July 2016, plaintiffs filed a third amended complaint which we answered in August 2016. Fact discovery was completed in December 2016. There remain two state court cases that are presently proceeding outside of the Multidistrict Litigation. We have contingency plans and insurance coverage for certain expenses and potential liabilities of this nature. While a loss from these matters is reasonably possible, we cannot reasonably estimate a range of possible losses because our investigation into the matter is ongoing, the proceedings remain in the early stages, alleged damages have not been specified, there is uncertainty as to the likelihood of a class or classes being certified or the ultimate size of any class if certified, and there are significant factual and legal issues to be resolved. We intend to vigorously defend these suits; however, their ultimate outcome cannot be presently determined. Other Contingencies From time to time, we and certain of our subsidiaries are parties to various legal proceedings, many of which involve claims for coverage encountered in the ordinary course of business. We, like HMOs and health insurers generally, exclude certain health care and other services from coverage under our HMO, PPO and other plans. We are, in the ordinary course of business, subject to the claims of our enrollees arising out of decisions to restrict or deny reimbursement for uncovered services. The loss of even one such claim, if it results in a significant punitive damage award, could have a material adverse effect on us. In addition, the risk of potential liability under punitive damage theories may increase significantly the difficulty of obtaining reasonable settlements of coverage claims. In addition to the lawsuits described above, we are also involved in other pending and threatened litigation of the character incidental to our business, and are from time to time involved as a party in various governmental investigations, audits, reviews and administrative proceedings. These investigations, audits, reviews and administrative proceedings include routine and special inquiries by state insurance departments, state attorneys general, the U.S. Attorney General and subcommittees of the U.S. Congress. Such investigations, audits, reviews and administrative proceedings could result in the imposition of civil or criminal fines, penalties, other sanctions and additional rules, regulations or other restrictions on our business operations. Any liability that may result from any one of these actions, or in the aggregate, could have a material adverse effect on our consolidated financial position or results of operations. The National Organization of Life & Health Insurance Guaranty Associations, or NOLHGA, is a voluntary organization consisting of the state life and health insurance guaranty associations located throughout the U.S. Such associations, working together with NOLHGA, provide a safety net for their state’s policyholders, ensuring that they continue to receive coverage, subject to state maximum limits, even if their insurer is declared insolvent. In 2009, the Pennsylvania Insurance Commissioner placed Penn Treaty Network America Insurance Company and its subsidiary American Network Insurance Company, or collectively Penn Treaty, in rehabilitation, an intermediate action before insolvency. After failing to develop a viable rehabilitation plan, the Pennsylvania Insurance Commissioner filed a petition to convert the rehabilitation to a liquidation, with the liquidation expected to commence following the coordination of certain scheduling matters. When Penn Treaty is placed in liquidation, we and other insurers will be obligated to pay a portion of their policyholder claims through state guaranty association assessments in future periods. At December 31, 2016, we estimate our portion of the assessments for the Penn Treaty insolvency will approximate $190.0 to $220.0 . In accordance with FASB guidance, the ultimate amount of the assessments will be recognized as an expense in the period in which a court ordered liquidation is entered. Payment of the assessments will be largely recovered through premium billing surcharges and premium tax credits over future years. Contractual Obligations and Commitments Express Scripts, through our PBM Agreement, is the exclusive provider of certain PBM services to our plans, excluding our CareMore subsidiary and certain self-insured members, who have exclusive agreements with different PBM service providers. The initial term of this PBM Agreement expires on December 31, 2019. Under the PBM Agreement, the Express Scripts PBM services include, but are not limited to, pharmacy network management, mail order and specialty drug fulfillment, claims processing, rebate management and specialty pharmaceutical management services. Accordingly, the PBM Agreement contains certain financial and operational requirements obligating both Express Scripts and us. Express Scripts’ primary obligations relate to the performance of such services in a compliant manner and meeting certain pricing guarantees and performance standards. Our primary responsibilities relate to formulary management, product and benefit design, provision of data, payment for services, certain minimum volume requirements and oversight. The failure by either party to meet the respective requirements could potentially serve as a basis for financial penalties or early termination of the PBM Agreement. In March 2016, we filed a lawsuit against Express Scripts seeking to recover damages for pharmacy pricing that is higher than competitive benchmark pricing, damages related to operational breaches and seeking various declarations under the PBM Agreement between the parties. For additional information regarding this lawsuit, refer to the Litigation section above. We believe we have appropriately recognized all rights and obligations under this PBM Agreement at December 31, 2016 . During November 2015, we entered into an amended and restated agreement with Accenture LLP to provide business process outsourcing services. This new agreement supersedes certain prior agreements, converts certain services to transaction based pricing and also includes provisions for additional services. Our remaining commitment under this agreement at December 31, 2016 was $168.0 through December 31, 2019. We have the ability to terminate this agreement upon the occurrence of certain events, subject to early termination fees. During December 2014 , we entered into an agreement with International Business Machines Corporation to provide information technology infrastructure services. Our remaining commitment under this agreement at December 31, 2016 was $349.0 through March 31, 2020 . We have the ability to terminate this agreement upon the occurrence of certain events, subject to early termination fees. Vulnerability from Concentrations Financial instruments that potentially subject us to concentrations of credit risk consist primarily of cash equivalents, investment securities, premium receivables and instruments held through hedging activities. All investment securities are managed by professional investment managers within policies authorized by our Board of Directors. Such policies limit the amounts that may be invested in any one issuer and prescribe certain investee company criteria. Concentrations of credit risk with respect to premium receivables are limited due to the large number of employer groups that constitute our customer base in the states in which we conduct business. As of December 31, 2016 , there were no significant concentrations of financial instruments in a single investee, industry or geographic location.

Accumulated Other Comprehensive

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Attributable to Parent [Abstract]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)	Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss A reconciliation of the components of accumulated other comprehensive loss at December 31 is as follows: 2016 2015 Investments: Gross unrealized gains $ 748.6 $ 815.0 Gross unrealized losses (180.9 ) (447.5 ) Net pretax unrealized gains 567.7 367.5 Deferred tax liability (206.5 ) (124.2 ) Net unrealized gains on investments 361.2 243.3 Non-credit components of OTTI on investments: Gross unrealized losses (7.2 ) (15.4 ) Deferred tax asset 2.6 5.4 Net unrealized non-credit component of OTTI on investments (4.6 ) (10.0 ) Cash flow hedges: Gross unrealized losses (259.1 ) (124.8 ) Deferred tax asset 90.7 43.7 Net unrealized losses on cash flow hedges (168.4 ) (81.1 ) Defined benefit pension plans: Deferred net actuarial loss (655.8 ) (635.0 ) Deferred prior service credits (0.5 ) 0.1 Deferred tax asset 257.2 250.4 Net unrecognized periodic benefit costs for defined benefit pension plans (399.1 ) (384.5 ) Postretirement benefit plans: Deferred net actuarial loss (146.6 ) (162.7 ) Deferred prior service credits 59.7 73.5 Deferred tax asset 34.0 35.1 Net unrecognized periodic benefit costs for postretirement benefit plans (52.9 ) (54.1 ) Foreign currency translation adjustments: Gross unrealized losses (6.3 ) (9.5 ) Deferred tax asset 2.2 3.3 Net unrealized losses on foreign currency translation adjustments (4.1 ) (6.2 ) Accumulated other comprehensive loss $ (267.9 ) $ (292.6 ) Other comprehensive income (loss) reclassification adjustments for the years ended December 31 are as follows: 2016 2015 2014 Investments: Net holding gain (loss) on investment securities arising during the period, net of tax (expense) benefit of ($118.9), $180.4, and ($107.9), respectively $ 186.0 $ (336.1 ) $ 201.8 Reclassification adjustment for net realized gain on investment securities, net of tax expense of $36.6, $25.9, and $44.8, respectively (68.1 ) (48.2 ) (83.2 ) Total reclassification adjustment on investments 117.9 (384.3 ) 118.6 Non-credit component of OTTI on investments: Non-credit component of OTTI on investments, net of tax (expense) benefit of ($2.8), $3.0, and $2.1, respectively 5.4 (5.6 ) (3.9 ) Cash flow hedges: Holding loss, net of tax benefit of $47.0, $24.4, and $1.9, respectively (87.3 ) (45.2 ) (3.6 ) Other: Net change in unrecognized periodic benefit costs for defined benefit pension and postretirement benefit plans, net of tax benefit of $5.7, $13.4, and $75.2, respectively (13.4 ) (26.0 ) (118.1 ) Foreign currency translation adjustment, net of tax (expense) benefit of ($1.1), $1.8, and $2.2, respectively 2.1 (3.4 ) (4.3 ) Net gain (loss) recognized in other comprehensive loss, net of tax (expense) benefit of ($33.5), $248.9, and $18.3, respectively $ 24.7 $ (464.5 ) $ (11.3 )

Reinsurance

Reinsurance	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Reinsurance Disclosures [Abstract]
Reinsurance	Reinsurance We reinsure certain risks with other companies and assume risk from other companies. We remain primarily liable to policyholders under ceded insurance contracts and are contingently liable for amounts recoverable from reinsurers in the event that such reinsurers do not meet their contractual obligations. We evaluate the financial condition of our reinsurers and monitor concentrations of credit risk arising from similar geographic regions, activities, or economic characteristics of the reinsurers to minimize our exposure to significant losses from reinsurer insolvencies. In conjunction with the Health Care Reform temporary reinsurance premium stabilization program that was effective for 2014 through 2016, we recognized assessments upon our fully-insured non-grandfathered individual market plans that were eligible for reinsurance recoveries as ceded premiums and estimated reinsurance recoveries as a reduction to benefit expense. Assessments upon all other lines of business that were not eligible for reinsurance recoveries were recognized in general and administrative expense. A summary of direct, assumed and ceded premiums written and earned for the years ended December 31 is as follows: 2016 2015 2014 Written Earned Written Earned Written Earned Direct $ 78,200.4 $ 78,726.2 $ 72,925.5 $ 73,259.2 $ 68,628.6 $ 68,304.3 Assumed 217.4 217.3 221.8 221.9 192.3 194.0 Ceded (79.8 ) (83.4 ) (95.8 ) (96.0 ) (108.5 ) (108.5 ) Net premiums $ 78,338.0 $ 78,860.1 $ 73,051.5 $ 73,385.1 $ 68,712.4 $ 68,389.8 Percentage—assumed to net premiums 0.3 % 0.3 % 0.3 % 0.3 % 0.3 % 0.3 % A summary of net premiums written and earned by segment (see Note 19, “Segment Information”) for the years ended December 31 is as follows: 2016 2015 2014 Written Earned Written Earned Written Earned Reportable segments: Commercial and Specialty Business $ 33,355.6 $ 33,831.5 $ 33,016.9 $ 33,078.0 $ 35,084.7 $ 35,045.2 Government Business 44,982.4 45,028.6 40,034.6 40,307.1 33,627.7 33,344.6 Net premiums $ 78,338.0 $ 78,860.1 $ 73,051.5 $ 73,385.1 $ 68,712.4 $ 68,389.8 The effect of reinsurance on benefit expense for the years ended December 31 is as follows: 2016 2015 2014 Direct $ 67,221.7 $ 61,674.0 $ 57,496.6 Assumed 184.9 192.2 182.4 Ceded (572.2 ) (749.3 ) (824.1 ) Net benefit expense $ 66,834.4 $ 61,116.9 $ 56,854.9 The effect of reinsurance on certain assets and liabilities at December 31 is as follows: 2016 2015 Policy liabilities, assumed $ 47.2 $ 56.7 Unearned income, assumed 0.6 0.5 Premiums payable, ceded 5.2 9.3 Premiums receivable, assumed 25.9 23.2

Leases

Leases	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Leases, Operating [Abstract]
Leases	Leases We lease office space and certain computer and related equipment using noncancelable operating leases. At December 31, 2016 , future lease payments for operating leases with initial or remaining noncancelable terms of one year or more consist of the following: 2017 $ 149.7 2018 137.1 2019 121.4 2020 91.3 2021 69.9 Thereafter 201.1 Total minimum payments required $ 770.5 We have certain lease agreements that contain contingent payment provisions. Under these provisions, we pay contingent amounts in addition to base rent, primarily based upon annual changes in the consumer price index. The schedule above contains estimated amounts for potential future increases in lease payments based on the contingent payment provisions. Lease expense for 2016 , 2015 and 2014 was $207.5 , $212.9 and $192.5 , respectively.

Earnings Per Share

Earnings Per Share	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]
Earnings Per Share	Earnings per Share The denominator for basic and diluted earnings per share at December 31 is as follows: 2016 2015 2014 Denominator for basic earnings per share—weighted-average shares 262.9 263.0 275.9 Effect of dilutive securities—employee stock options, non-vested restricted stock awards and convertible debentures 5.2 9.9 10.0 Denominator for diluted earnings per share 268.1 272.9 285.9 During the years ended December 31, 2016 , 2015 and 2014 , weighted-average shares related to certain stock options of 2.2 , 1.0 and 0.5 , respectively, were excluded from the denominator for diluted earnings per share because the stock options were anti-dilutive. During the years ended December 31, 2016 , 2015 and 2014 , we issued approximately 0.5 , 0.4 and 0.7 restricted stock units, respectively, of which vesting was contingent upon meeting certain earnings targets. Contingent restricted stock units are excluded from the denominator for diluted earnings per share and are included only if and when the contingency is met. The 2016 contingent restricted stock units are being measured over the three year period of 2016 through 2018 and the 2015 contingent restricted stock units are being measured over the three year period of 2015 through 2017. The 2016 and 2015 contingent restricted stock units remain contingent as of December 31, 2016 . The 2014 contingent restricted stock units were based on annual targets and were subsequently included in the denominator for diluted earnings per share for the year ended December 31, 2015. The Equity Units are potentially dilutive securities but were excluded from the denominator for diluted earnings per share for each of the years presented as the dilutive stock price threshold was not met. For additional information relating to the Equity Units, see Note 12, “Debt.”

Segment Information

Segment Information	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Segment Reporting [Abstract]
Segment Information	Segment Information Our organizational structure is comprised of three reportable segments: Commercial and Specialty Business; Government Business; and Other. Our Commercial and Specialty Business segment includes our Local Group, National Accounts, Individual and Specialty businesses. Business units in the Commercial and Specialty Business segment offer fully-insured health products; provide a broad array of managed care services to self-funded customers including claims processing, underwriting, stop loss insurance, actuarial services, provider network access, medical cost management, disease management, wellness programs and other administrative services; and provide an array of specialty and other insurance products and services such as dental, vision, life and disability insurance benefits, radiology benefit management and analytics-driven personal health care guidance. Our Government Business segment includes Medicare and Medicaid businesses, National Government Services, or NGS, and services provided to the federal government in connection with FEP. Medicare business includes services such as Medicare Advantage, Medicare Part D, and Medicare Supplement. Medicaid business includes our managed care alternatives through publicly funded health care programs, including Medicaid , Temporary Assistance for Needy Family programs, programs for seniors and people with disabilities , programs for long-term services and support , Children’s Health Insurance Programs and ACA-related Medicaid expansion programs. NGS acts as a Medicare contractor for the federal government in several regions across the nation. Our Other segment includes other businesses that do not individually meet the quantitative thresholds for an operating segment as defined by FASB guidance, as well as corporate expenses not allocated to the other reportable segments. We define operating revenues, a non-GAAP measure, to include premium income, administrative fees and other revenues. Operating revenues are derived from premiums and fees received primarily from the sale and administration of health benefit products. Operating gain, a non-GAAP measure, is calculated as total operating revenue less benefit expense and selling, general and administrative expense. Through our participation in various federal government programs, we generated approximately 18.2% , 18.8% and 21.0% of our total consolidated revenues from agencies of the U.S. government for the years ended December 31, 2016 , 2015 , and 2014 , respectively. These revenues are contained in the Government Business segment. The accounting policies of the segments are consistent with those described in the summary of significant accounting policies in Note 2, “Basis of Presentation and Significant Accounting Policies,” except that certain shared administrative expenses for each segment are recognized on a pro rata allocated basis, which in aggregate approximates the consolidated expense. Any difference between the allocated expenses and actual consolidated expense is included in other expenses not allocated to reportable segments. Intersegment sales and expenses are recorded at cost and eliminated in the consolidated financial statements. We evaluate performance of the reportable segments based on operating gain or loss as defined above. We evaluate net investment income, net realized gains on financial instruments, OTTI losses recognized in income, interest expense, amortization expense, gain or loss on extinguishment of debt, income taxes, assets and liabilities on a consolidated basis as these items are managed in a corporate shared service environment and are not the responsibility of segment operating management. Financial data by reportable segment for the years ended December 31 is as follows: Commercial and Specialty Business Government Business Other Total Year ended December 31, 2016 Operating revenue $ 38,692.1 $ 45,477.7 $ 24.2 $ 84,194.0 Operating gain (loss) 3,195.2 1,784.3 (177.8 ) 4,801.7 Depreciation and amortization of property and equipment — — 576.0 576.0 Year ended December 31, 2015 Operating revenue $ 37,570.8 $ 40,813.0 $ 21.0 $ 78,404.8 Operating gain (loss) 2,854.0 1,978.5 (79.4 ) 4,753.1 Depreciation and amortization of property and equipment — — 515.6 515.6 Year ended December 31, 2014 Operating revenue $ 39,199.6 $ 33,796.4 $ 25.7 $ 73,021.7 Operating gain (loss) 3,260.9 1,191.9 (34.4 ) 4,418.4 Depreciation and amortization of property and equipment — — 474.3 474.3 The major product revenues for each of the reportable segments for the years ended December 31 are as follows: 2016 2015 2014 Commercial and Specialty Business Managed care products $ 32,369.8 $ 31,676.9 $ 33,755.6 Managed care services 4,710.1 4,344.8 3,997.8 Dental/Vision products and services 1,182.3 1,111.7 1,037.3 Other 429.9 437.4 408.9 Total Commercial and Specialty Business 38,692.1 37,570.8 39,199.6 Government Business Managed care products 45,028.5 40,307.0 33,344.6 Managed care services 449.2 506.0 451.8 Total Government Business 45,477.7 40,813.0 33,796.4 Other Other 24.2 21.0 25.7 Total product revenues $ 84,194.0 $ 78,404.8 $ 73,021.7 The classification between managed care products and managed care services in the above table primarily distinguishes between the level of risk assumed. Managed care products represent insurance products where we bear the insurance risk, whereas managed care services represent product offerings where we provide claims adjudication and other administrative services to the customer, but the customer principally bears the insurance risk. Asset, liability and equity details by reportable segment have not been disclosed, as we do not internally report such information. A reconciliation of reportable segment operating revenues to the amounts of total revenues included in the consolidated statements of income for the years ended December 31 is as follows: 2016 2015 2014 Reportable segments operating revenues $ 84,194.0 $ 78,404.8 $ 73,021.7 Net investment income 779.5 677.6 724.4 Net realized gains on financial instruments 4.9 157.5 177.0 Other-than-temporary impairment losses recognized in income (115.4 ) (83.4 ) (49.0 ) Total revenues $ 84,863.0 $ 79,156.5 $ 73,874.1 A reconciliation of reportable segment operating gain to income from continuing operations before income taxes included in the consolidated statements of income for the years ended December 31 is as follows: 2016 2015 2014 Reportable segments operating gain $ 4,801.7 $ 4,753.1 $ 4,418.4 Net investment income 779.5 677.6 724.4 Net realized gains on financial instruments 4.9 157.5 177.0 Other-than-temporary impairment losses recognized in income (115.4 ) (83.4 ) (49.0 ) Interest expense (723.0 ) (653.0 ) (600.7 ) Amortization of other intangible assets (192.3 ) (230.1 ) (220.9 ) Gain (loss) on extinguishment of debt — 9.3 (81.1 ) Income from continuing operations before income tax expense $ 4,555.4 $ 4,631.0 $ 4,368.1

Related Party Transactions

Related Party Transactions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Related Party Transactions [Abstract]
Related Party Transactions	Related Party Transactions We have a 19.50% equity investment in National Accounts Service Company, LLC, or NASCO, which processes National Accounts claims and provides other administrative services for us and certain other Blue Cross Blue Shield plans. Administrative expenses incurred related to NASCO services totaled $79.7 , $83.6 and $85.3 , for the years ended December 31, 2016 , 2015 and 2014 , respectively. Amounts due to NASCO were $6.2 and $5.4 at December 31, 2016 and 2015 , respectively.

Statutory Information

Statutory Information	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Statutory Information [Abstract]
Statutory Information	Statutory Information The majority of our insurance and HMO subsidiaries report their accounts in conformity with accounting practices prescribed or permitted by state insurance regulatory authorities, or statutory, which vary in certain respects from GAAP. However, certain of our insurance and HMO subsidiaries, including BCC, Blue Cross of California Partnership Plan, Inc., Golden West Health Plan, Inc. and CareMore Health Plan are regulated by the California Department of Managed Health Care, or DMHC, and report their accounts in conformity with GAAP (these entities are collectively referred to as the “DMHC regulated entities”). Typical differences of GAAP reporting as compared to statutory reporting are the inclusion of unrealized gains or losses relating to fixed maturity securities in shareholders’ equity, recognition of all assets including those that are non-admitted for statutory purposes and recognition of all deferred tax assets without regard to statutory limits. The National Association of Insurance Commissioners, or NAIC, developed a codified version of the statutory accounting principles, designed to foster more consistency among the states for accounting guidelines and reporting. Prescribed statutory accounting practices are set forth in a variety of publications of the NAIC as well as state laws, regulations and general administrative rules. Our ability to pay dividends and credit obligations is significantly dependent on receipt of dividends from our subsidiaries. The payment of dividends to us by our insurance and HMO subsidiaries without prior approval of the insurance departments of each subsidiary’s domiciliary jurisdiction is limited by formula. Dividends in excess of these amounts are subject to prior approval by the respective state insurance departments or the DMHC. Our statutory basis insurance and HMO subsidiaries are subject to risk-based capital requirements. Risk-based capital is a method developed by the NAIC to determine the minimum amount of statutory capital appropriate for an insurance company or HMO to support its overall business operations in consideration of its size and risk profile. The formula for determining the amount of risk-based capital specifies various factors, weighted based on the perceived degree of risk, which are applied to certain financial balances and financial activity. Below minimum risk-based capital requirements are classified within certain levels, each of which requires specified corrective action. Additionally, the DMHC regulated entities are subject to capital and solvency requirements as prescribed by the DMHC. As of December 31, 2016 and 2015 , all of our regulated subsidiaries exceeded the minimum risk-based capital requirements and/or capital and solvency requirements of their applicable governmental regulator. The statutory risk-based capital necessary to satisfy regulatory requirements of our statutory basis insurance and HMO subsidiaries was approximately $4,300.0 and $3,900.0 as of December 31, 2016 and 2015 , respectively. The tangible net equity required for the DMHC regulated entities was approximately $650.0 and $560.0 as of December 31, 2016 and 2015 , respectively. Statutory-basis capital and surplus of our insurance and HMO subsidiaries and capital and surplus of our other regulated subsidiaries, excluding the DMHC regulated entities, was $10,580.2 and $9,676.7 at December 31, 2016 and 2015 , respectively. Statutory-basis net income of our insurance and HMO subsidiaries and net income of our other regulated subsidiaries, excluding the DMHC regulated entities, was $2,613.2 , $2,359.9 and $2,403.8 for 2016 , 2015 and 2014 , respectively. GAAP equity of the DMHC regulated entities was $2,225.7 and $1,838.1 at December 31, 2016 and 2015 , respectively. GAAP net income of the DMHC regulated entities was $774.5 , $477.5 and $453.6 for the years ended December 31, 2016 , 2015 and 2014 , respectively.

Selected Quarterly Financial Da

Selected Quarterly Financial Data	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Selected Quarterly Financial Information [Abstract]
Selected Quarterly Financial Data	Selected Quarterly Financial Data (Unaudited) Selected quarterly financial data is as follows: For the Quarter Ended March 31 June 30 September 30 December 31 2016 Total revenues $ 20,288.5 $ 21,456.2 $ 21,403.9 $ 21,714.4 Income before income taxes 1,312.0 1,448.3 1,136.5 658.6 Net income 703.0 780.6 617.8 368.4 Basic net income per share $ 2.69 $ 2.97 $ 2.35 $ 1.40 Diluted net income per share 2.63 2.91 2.30 1.37 2015 Total revenues $ 19,051.5 $ 20,015.5 $ 19,901.6 $ 20,187.9 Income before income taxes 1,569.1 1,558.0 1,129.6 374.3 Net income 865.2 859.1 654.8 180.9 Basic net income per share $ 3.25 $ 3.27 $ 2.51 $ 0.69 Diluted net income per share 3.09 3.13 2.43 0.68

Schedule II-Condensed Financial

Schedule II-Condensed Financial Information Of Registrant	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Condensed Financial Information of Parent Company Only Disclosure [Abstract]
Schedule II-Condensed Financial Information Of Registrant	Anthem, Inc. (Parent Company Only) Balance Sheets (In millions, except share data) December 31, December 31, Assets Current assets: Cash and cash equivalents $ 882.7 $ 492.3 Investments available-for-sale, at fair value: Fixed maturity securities (amortized cost of $463.4 and $889.6) 477.6 794.0 Equity securities (cost of $35.7 and $53.0) 85.5 82.0 Other invested assets, current 4.6 5.9 Other receivables 47.8 77.0 Income taxes receivable 69.0 236.5 Net due from subsidiaries 1,394.6 — Securities lending collateral 39.7 130.6 Other current assets 277.0 394.0 Total current assets 3,278.5 2,212.3 Long-term investments available-for-sale, at fair value: Equity securities (cost of $6.4 and $6.5) 6.4 6.5 Other invested assets, long-term 632.4 630.1 Property and equipment, net 142.8 116.8 Deferred tax assets, net 107.5 146.6 Investments in subsidiaries 37,378.8 36,524.4 Other noncurrent assets 87.6 129.8 Total assets $ 41,634.0 $ 39,766.5 Liabilities and shareholders’ equity Liabilities Current liabilities: Accounts payable and accrued expenses $ 690.2 $ 615.5 Security trades pending payable 18.2 13.4 Securities lending payable 39.7 130.6 Net due to subsidiaries — 93.2 Current portion of long-term debt 928.4 — Other current liabilities 301.4 278.1 Total current liabilities 1,977.9 1,130.8 Long-term debt, less current portion 14,333.6 15,299.6 Other noncurrent liabilities 222.1 292.0 Total liabilities 16,533.6 16,722.4 Commitments and contingencies—Note 5 Shareholders’ equity Preferred stock, without par value, shares authorized - 100,000,000; shares issued and outstanding - none — — Common stock, par value $0.01, shares authorized - 900,000,000; shares issued and outstanding - 263,747,395 and 261,238,188 2.6 2.6 Additional paid-in capital 8,805.1 8,555.6 Retained earnings 16,560.6 14,778.5 Accumulated other comprehensive loss (267.9 ) (292.6 ) Total shareholders’ equity 25,100.4 23,044.1 Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity $ 41,634.0 $ 39,766.5 Anthem, Inc. (Parent Company Only) Statements of Income Years ended December 31 (In millions) 2016 2015 2014 Revenues Net investment income $ 74.7 $ 99.7 $ 87.4 Net realized losses on financial instruments (195.0 ) (3.8 ) (27.1 ) Other-than-temporary impairment losses on investments: Total other-than-temporary impairment losses on investments (65.0 ) (49.2 ) (35.5 ) Portion of other-than-temporary impairment losses recognized in other comprehensive income 17.2 10.0 7.0 Other-than-temporary impairment losses recognized in income (47.8 ) (39.2 ) (28.5 ) Other revenue — 3.5 4.8 Total (losses) revenues (168.1 ) 60.2 36.6 Expenses General and administrative expense 270.0 77.9 20.3 Interest expense 719.3 649.7 597.8 (Gain) loss on extinguishment of debt — (9.3 ) 81.1 Total expenses 989.3 718.3 699.2 Loss before income tax credits and equity in net income of subsidiaries (1,157.4 ) (658.1 ) (662.6 ) Income tax credits (438.5 ) (270.1 ) (255.4 ) Equity in net income of subsidiaries 3,188.7 2,948.0 2,976.9 Net income $ 2,469.8 $ 2,560.0 $ 2,569.7 Anthem, Inc. (Parent Company Only) Statements of Comprehensive Income Years ended December 31 (in millions) 2016 2015 2014 Net income $ 2,469.8 $ 2,560.0 $ 2,569.7 Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax: Change in net unrealized gains/losses on investments 117.9 (384.3 ) 118.6 Change in non-credit component of other-than-temporary impairment losses on investments 5.4 (5.6 ) (3.9 ) Change in net unrealized gains/losses on cash flow hedges (87.3 ) (45.2 ) (3.6 ) Change in net periodic pension and postretirement costs (13.4 ) (26.0 ) (118.1 ) Foreign currency translation adjustments 2.1 (3.4 ) (4.3 ) Other comprehensive income (loss) 24.7 (464.5 ) (11.3 ) Total comprehensive income $ 2,494.5 $ 2,095.5 $ 2,558.4 Anthem, Inc. (Parent Company Only) Statements of Cash Flows Years ended December 31 (In millions) 2016 2015 2014 Operating activities Net income $ 2,469.8 $ 2,560.0 $ 2,569.7 Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities: (Undistributed) distributed earnings of subsidiaries (502.4 ) (287.8 ) 244.3 Net realized losses on financial instruments 195.0 3.8 27.1 Other-than-temporary impairment losses recognized in income 47.8 39.2 28.5 (Gain) loss on extinguishment of debt — (9.3 ) 81.1 Loss on disposal of assets 2.3 0.2 3.9 Deferred income taxes (7.0 ) 55.0 52.7 Amortization, net of accretion 33.5 40.8 17.5 Depreciation expense 70.4 68.1 67.4 Share-based compensation 164.6 148.2 168.9 Excess tax benefits from share-based compensation (53.5 ) (95.8 ) (46.4 ) Changes in operating assets and liabilities: Receivables, net 17.5 (17.9 ) (16.6 ) Other invested assets, current 1.3 (0.2 ) (3.8 ) Other assets 213.2 (106.9 ) 55.6 Amounts due from/to subsidiaries (1,487.8 ) 420.5 566.1 Accounts payable and accrued expenses (21.8 ) 7.5 (111.4 ) Other liabilities (30.7 ) (231.4 ) (113.8 ) Income taxes 198.4 47.2 (36.0 ) Other, net 5.1 (10.2 ) — Net cash provided by operating activities 1,315.7 2,631.0 3,554.8 Investing activities Purchases of investments (2,874.9 ) (2,130.7 ) (1,819.3 ) Proceeds from sales, maturities, calls and redemptions of investments 3,309.8 3,076.6 820.7 Changes in collateral and settlement of non-hedging derivatives (34.5 ) (36.5 ) (67.4 ) Capitalization of subsidiaries (295.0 ) (939.7 ) (321.8 ) Changes in securities lending collateral 91.8 94.0 (178.8 ) Purchases of property and equipment, net of sales (98.7 ) (51.1 ) (57.0 ) Other, net (7.9 ) 1.5 (38.0 ) Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities 90.6 14.1 (1,661.6 ) Financing activities Net (repayments of) proceeds from commercial paper borrowings (53.2 ) 682.2 (379.2 ) Proceeds from long-term borrowings — 1,226.5 2,700.0 Repayments of long-term borrowings — (2,697.2 ) (1,730.1 ) Changes in securities lending payable (90.9 ) (94.2 ) 178.6 Changes in bank overdrafts 30.8 (89.3 ) 55.5 Premiums paid on equity call options — (16.7 ) — Proceeds from sale of put options — 16.6 — Repurchase and retirement of common stock — (1,515.8 ) (2,998.8 ) Change in collateral and settlements of debt-related derivatives (360.4 ) — — Cash dividends (715.1 ) (686.5 ) (501.6 ) Proceeds from issuance of common stock under employee stock plans 119.4 186.0 301.3 Excess tax benefits from share-based compensation 53.5 95.8 46.4 Net cash used in financing activities (1,015.9 ) (2,892.6 ) (2,327.9 ) Change in cash and cash equivalents 390.4 (247.5 ) (434.7 ) Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year 492.3 739.8 1,174.5 Cash and cash equivalents at end of year $ 882.7 $ 492.3 $ 739.8 1. Basis of Presentation and Significant Accounting Policies In the parent company only financial statements of Anthem, Inc., or Anthem, Anthem’s investment in subsidiaries is stated at cost plus equity in undistributed earnings of the subsidiaries. Anthem’s share of net income of its unconsolidated subsidiaries is included in income using the equity method of accounting. Certain amounts presented in the parent company only financial statements are eliminated in the consolidated financial statements of Anthem. Anthem’s parent company only financial statements should be read in conjunction with Anthem’s audited consolidated financial statements and the accompanying notes included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. 2. Subsidiary Transactions Dividends from Subsidiaries Anthem received cash dividends from subsidiaries of $2,688.8 , $2,672.3 and $3,234.5 during 2016 , 2015 and 2014 , respectively. Dividends to Subsidiaries Certain subsidiaries of Anthem own shares of Anthem common stock. Anthem paid cash dividends to subsidiaries related to these shares of common stock in the amount of $31.1 , $29.9 and $20.9 during 2016 , 2015 and 2014 , respectively. Investments in Subsidiaries Capital contributions to subsidiaries were $295.0 , $939.7 and $321.8 during 2016 , 2015 and 2014 , respectively. Amounts Due to and From Subsidiaries At December 31, 2016 and 2015 , Anthem reported $1,394.6 due from subsidiaries and $93.2 due to subsidiaries, respectively. The amounts due to or from subsidiaries primarily include amounts for allocated administrative expenses or cash held overnight at the parent level resulting from daily cash management activities. These items are routinely settled, and as such, are classified as current assets or liabilities. 3. Derivative Financial Instruments The information regarding derivative financial instruments contained in Note 5, “Derivative Financial Instruments,” of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements of Anthem and its subsidiaries is incorporated herein by reference. 4. Long-Term Debt The information regarding long-term debt contained in Note 12, “Debt,” of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements of Anthem and its subsidiaries is incorporated herein by reference. 5. Commitments and Contingencies The information regarding commitments and contingencies contained in Note 13, “Commitments and Contingencies,” of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements of Anthem and its subsidiaries is incorporated herein by reference. 6. Capital Stock The information regarding capital stock contained in Note 14, “Capital Stock,” of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements of Anthem and its subsidiaries is incorporated herein by reference.

Basis Of Presentation And Sig31

Basis Of Presentation And Significant Accounting Policies (Policy)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Accounting Policies [Abstract]
Basis Of Presentation	Basis of Presentation: The accompanying consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Anthem and its subsidiaries and have been prepared in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles, or GAAP. All significant intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation.
Foreign Currency	Certain of our subsidiaries operate outside of the United States and have functional currencies other than the U.S. dollar, or USD. We translate the assets and liabilities of those subsidiaries to USD using the exchange rate in effect at the end of the period. We translate the revenues and expenses of those subsidiaries to USD using the average exchange rates in effect during the period. The net effect of these translation adjustments is included in “Foreign currency translation adjustments” in our consolidated statements of comprehensive income.
Reclassifications	. Reclassifications: Certain prior year amounts have been reclassified to conform to the current year presentation.
Use Of Estimates	Use of Estimates: The preparation of consolidated financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires us to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in our consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
Cash and Cash Equivalents	Cash and Cash Equivalents: Cash and cash equivalents includes available cash and all highly liquid investments with maturities of three months or less when purchased. We control a number of bank accounts that are used exclusively to hold customer funds for the administration of customer benefits. At December 31, 2016 and 2015, we held $157.0 and $ 122.6 , respectively, of customer funds with an offsetting liability in other current liabilities.
Investments	Investments: Certain Financial Accounting Standards Board, or FASB, other-than-temporary impairment, or OTTI, guidance applies to fixed maturity securities and provides guidance on the recognition, presentation of, and disclosures for OTTIs. If a fixed maturity security is in an unrealized loss position and we have the intent to sell the fixed maturity security, or it is more likely than not that we will have to sell the fixed maturity security before recovery of its amortized cost basis, the decline in value is deemed to be other-than-temporary and is presented within the Other-than-temporary impairment losses recognized in income line item on our consolidated statements of income. For impaired fixed maturity securities that we do not intend to sell or it is more likely than not that we will not have to sell such securities, but we expect that we will not fully recover the amortized cost basis, the credit component of the OTTI is presented within the Other-than-temporary impairment losses recognized in income line item on our consolidated statements of income and the non-credit component of the OTTI is recognized in other comprehensive income. Furthermore, unrealized losses entirely caused by non-credit related factors related to fixed maturity securities for which we expect to fully recover the amortized cost basis continue to be recognized in accumulated other comprehensive income , or AOCI. The credit component of an OTTI is determined primarily by comparing the net present value of projected future cash flows with the amortized cost basis of the fixed maturity security. The net present value is calculated by discounting our best estimate of projected future cash flows at the effective interest rate implicit in the fixed maturity security at the date of acquisition. For mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities, cash flow estimates are based on assumptions regarding the underlying collateral including prepayment speeds, vintage, type of underlying asset, geographic concentrations, default rates, recoveries and changes in value. For all other debt securities, cash flow estimates are driven by assumptions regarding probability of default, including changes in credit ratings, and estimates regarding timing and amount of recoveries associated with a default. The unrealized gains or losses on our current and long-term equity securities classified as available-for-sale are included in accumulated other comprehensive income as a separate component of shareholders’ equity, unless the decline in value is deemed to be other-than-temporary and we do not have the intent and ability to hold such equity securities until their full cost can be recovered, in which case such equity securities are written down to fair value and the loss is charged to other-than-temporary impairment losses recognized in income. We maintain various rabbi trusts to account for the assets and liabilities under certain deferred compensation plans. Under these plans, the participants can defer certain types of compensation and elect to receive a return on the deferred amounts based on the changes in fair value of various investment options, primarily a variety of mutual funds. We have corporate-owned life insurance policies on certain participants in the deferred compensation plans. The cash surrender value of the corporate-owned life insurance policies is reported in other invested assets, long-term, in the consolidated balance sheets. The remaining rabbi trust assets are generally invested according to the participant's investment election, and are classified as trading, which are reported in other invested assets, current, in the consolidated balance sheets. We use the equity method of accounting for investments in companies in which our ownership interest enables us to influence the operating or financial decisions of the investee company. Our proportionate share of equity in net income of these unconsolidated affiliates is reported with net investment income. For asset-backed securities included in fixed maturity securities, we recognize income using an effective yield based on anticipated prepayments and the estimated economic life of the securities. When estimates of prepayments change, the effective yield is recalculated to reflect actual payments to date and anticipated future payments. The net investment in the securities is adjusted to the amount that would have existed had the new effective yield been applied since the acquisition of the securities. Such adjustments are reported with net investment income. Investment income is recorded when earned. All securities sold resulting in investment gains and losses are recorded on the trade date. Realized gains and losses are determined on the basis of the cost or amortized cost of the specific securities sold. We participate in securities lending programs whereby marketable securities in our investment portfolio are transferred to independent brokers or dealers in exchange for cash and securities collateral. Under FASB guidance related to accounting for transfers and servicing of financial assets and extinguishments of liabilities, we recognize the collateral as an asset, which is reported as “Securities lending collateral” on our consolidated balance sheets and we record a corresponding liability for the obligation to return the collateral to the borrower, which is reported as “Securities lending payable.” The securities on loan are reported in the applicable investment category on our consolidated balance sheets. Unrealized gains or losses on securities lending collateral are included in accumulated other comprehensive income as a separate component of shareholders’ equity. The market value of loaned securities and that of the collateral pledged can fluctuate in non-synchronized fashions. To the extent the loaned securities' value appreciates faster or depreciates slower than the value of the collateral pledged, we are exposed to the risk of the shortfall. As a primary mitigating mechanism, the loaned securities and collateral pledged are marked to market on a daily basis and the shortfall, if any, is collected accordingly. Secondarily, the collateral level is set at 102% of the value of the loaned securities, which provides a cushion before any shortfall arises. The investment of the cash collateral is subject to market risk, which is managed by limiting the investments to higher quality and shorter duration instruments.
Premium And Self-Funded Receivables	Premium and Self-Funded Receivables: Premium and self-funded receivables include the uncollected amounts from fully-insured and self-funded groups, individuals and government programs, and are reported net of an allowance for doubtful accounts of $333.5 and $318.3 at December 31, 2016 and 2015 , respectively. The allowance for doubtful accounts is based on historical collection trends and our judgment regarding the ability to collect specific accounts.
Other Receivables	Other Receivables: Other receivables include pharmacy rebates, provider advances, claims recoveries, reinsurance, proceeds due from brokers on investment trades, other government receivables and other miscellaneous amounts due to us. These receivables are reported net of an allowance for doubtful accounts of $197.6 and $301.2 at December 31, 2016 and 2015 , respectively, which is based on historical collection trends and our judgment regarding the ability to collect specific accounts.
Income Taxes	Income Taxes: We file a consolidated income tax return. Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are recognized for temporary differences between the financial statement and tax return bases of assets and liabilities based on enacted tax rates and laws. The deferred tax benefits of the deferred tax assets are recognized to the extent realization of such benefits is more likely than not. Deferred income tax expense or benefit generally represents the net change in deferred income tax assets and liabilities during the year, excluding the impact from amounts initially recorded for business combinations, if any, and amounts recorded to accumulated other comprehensive income. Current income tax expense represents the tax consequences of revenues and expenses currently taxable or deductible on various income tax returns for the year reported. We account for income tax contingencies in accordance with FASB guidance that contains a model to address uncertainty in tax positions and clarifies the accounting for income taxes by prescribing a minimum recognition threshold, which all income tax positions must achieve before being recognized in the financial statements.
Property And Equipment	Property and Equipment: Property and equipment is recorded at cost, net of accumulated depreciation. Depreciation is computed principally by the straight-line method over estimated useful lives ranging from fifteen to thirty-nine years for buildings and improvements, three to five years for data processing equipment and computer software, and the lesser of the remaining life of the building lease , if any, or seven years for furniture and other equipment. Leasehold improvements are depreciated over the term of the related lease. Certain costs related to the development or purchase of internal-use software are capitalized and amortized over five years .
Goodwill And Other Intangible Assets	Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets: FASB guidance requires business combinations to be accounted for using the acquisition method of accounting and it also specifies the types of acquired intangible assets that are required to be recognized and reported separately from goodwill. Goodwill represents the excess of cost of acquisition over the fair value of net assets acquired. Other intangible assets represent the values assigned to customer relationships, provider and hospital networks, Blue Cross and Blue Shield and other trademarks, licenses, non-compete and other agreements. Goodwill and other intangible assets are allocated to reportable segments based on the relative fair value of the components of the businesses acquired. Goodwill and other intangible assets with indefinite lives are not amortized but are tested for impairment at least annually. We complete our annual impairment tests of existing goodwill and other intangible assets with indefinite lives during the fourth quarter of each year. Certain interim impairment tests are also performed when potential impairment indicators exist or changes in our business or other triggering events occur. Goodwill and other intangible assets are allocated to reporting units for purposes of the annual goodwill impairment test. In addition, certain other intangible assets with indefinite lives, such as trademarks, are also tested separately. FASB guidance allows for qualitative assessments of whether it is more likely than not that the fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying amount for purposes of a goodwill impairment analysis and whether it is more likely than not that an indefinite-lived intangible asset is impaired for purposes of an indefinite-lived intangible asset impairment analysis. Quantitative analysis must be performed if qualitative analyses are not conclusive. Entities also have the option to bypass the assessment of qualitative factors and proceed directly to performing quantitative analyses. We begin our annual tests with quantitative analyses. Our impairment tests require us to make assumptions and judgments regarding the estimated fair value of our reporting units, including goodwill and other intangible assets with indefinite lives. Estimated fair values developed based on our assumptions and judgments might be significantly different if other reasonable assumptions and estimates were to be used. Fair value for purposes of the goodwill impairment test is calculated using a blend of a projected income and market valuation approach. The projected income approach is developed using assumptions about future revenue, expenses and net income derived from our internal planning process. Our assumed discount rate is based on our industry’s weighted-average cost of capital and reflects volatility associated with the cost of equity capital. Market valuations include market comparisons to publicly traded companies in our industry and are based on observed multiples of certain measures including revenue, EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization) and book value of invested capital. A goodwill impairment loss is recognized to the extent that the carrying amount exceeds the asset’s fair value. This determination is made at the reporting unit level and consists of two steps. First, the fair value of a reporting unit is determined and compared to its carrying amount. Second, if the carrying amount of a reporting unit exceeds its fair value, an impairment loss is recognized for any excess of the carrying amount of the reporting unit’s goodwill over the implied fair value of that goodwill. The implied fair value of goodwill is determined by allocating the fair value of the reporting unit in a manner similar to a purchase price allocation on a business acquisition, at the impairment test date. The fair value of indefinite-lived intangible assets is estimated and compared to the carrying value. We estimate the fair value of indefinite-lived intangible assets using a projected income approach. We recognize an impairment loss when the estimated fair value of indefinite-lived intangible assets is less than the carrying value. If significant impairment indicators are noted relative to other intangible assets subject to amortization, we may be required to record impairment losses against future income.
Derivative Financial Instruments	Derivative Financial Instruments: We primarily invest in the following types of derivative financial instruments: interest rate swaps, forward contracts, put and call options, credit default swaps, embedded derivatives, warrants and swaptions. Derivatives embedded within non-derivative instruments, such as options embedded in convertible fixed maturity securities, are bifurcated from the host instrument when the embedded derivative is not clearly and closely related to the host instrument. Our use of derivatives is limited by statutes and regulations promulgated by the various regulatory bodies to which we are subject, and by our own derivative policy. Our derivative use is generally limited to hedging purposes, on an economic basis, and we generally do not use derivative instruments for speculative purposes. We have exposure to economic losses due to interest rate risk arising from changes in the level or volatility of interest rates. We attempt to mitigate our exposure to interest rate risk through active portfolio management, including rebalancing our existing portfolios of assets and liabilities, as well as changing the characteristics of investments to be purchased or sold in the future. In addition, derivative financial instruments are used to modify the interest rate exposure of certain liabilities or forecasted transactions. These strategies include the use of interest rate swaps and forward contracts, which are used to lock-in interest rates or to hedge, on an economic basis, interest rate risks associated with variable rate debt. We have used these types of instruments as designated hedges against specific liabilities. All investments in derivatives are recorded as assets or liabilities at fair value. If certain correlation, hedge effectiveness and risk reduction criteria are met, a derivative may be specifically designated as a hedge of exposure to changes in fair value or cash flow. The accounting for changes in the fair value of a derivative depends on the intended use of the derivative and the nature of any hedge designation thereon. Amounts excluded from the assessment of hedge effectiveness, if any, as well as the ineffective portion of the gain or loss, are reported in results of operations immediately. If the derivative is not designated as a hedge, the gain or loss resulting from the change in the fair value of the derivative is recognized in results of operations in the period of change. Cash flows associated with the settlement of non-designated derivatives are shown on a net basis in investing activity in our consolidated statements of cash flow. From time to time, we may also purchase derivatives to hedge, on an economic basis, our exposure to foreign currency exchange fluctuations associated with the operations of certain of our subsidiaries. We generally use futures or forward contracts for these transactions. We generally do not designate these contracts as hedges and, accordingly, the changes in fair value of these derivatives are recognized in income immediately. Credit exposure associated with non-performance by the counterparties to derivative instruments is generally limited to the uncollateralized fair value of the asset related to instruments recognized in the consolidated balance sheets. We attempt to mitigate the risk of non-performance by selecting counterparties with high credit ratings and monitoring their creditworthiness and by diversifying derivatives among multiple counterparties. At December 31, 2016 , we believe there were no material concentrations of credit risk with any individual counterparty. We generally enter into master netting agreements, which reduce credit risk by permitting net settlement of transactions with the same counterparty. Certain of our derivative agreements also contain credit support provisions that require us or the counterparty to post collateral if there are declines in the derivative fair value or our credit rating. The derivative assets and derivative liabilities are reported at their fair values net of collateral and netting by the counterparty.
Retirement Benefits	Retirement Benefits: We recognize the funded status of pension and other postretirement benefit plans on the consolidated balance sheets based on fiscal-year-end measurements of plan assets and benefit obligations. Prepaid pension benefits represent prepaid costs related to defined benefit pension plans and are reported with other noncurrent assets. Postretirement benefits represent outstanding obligations for retiree medical, life, vision and dental benefits. Liabilities for pension and other postretirement benefits are reported with current and noncurrent liabilities based on the amount by which the actuarial present value of benefits payable in the next twelve months included in the benefit obligation exceeds the fair value of plan assets. We determine the expected return on plan assets using the calculated value of plan assets, which recognizes changes in the fair value of plan assets in a systematic manner over three years. We apply a corridor approach to amortize unrecognized actuarial gains or losses. Under this approach, only accumulated net actuarial gains or losses in excess of 10% of the greater of the projected benefit obligation or the fair value of plan assets are amortized over the average remaining service or lifetime of the workforce as a component of net periodic benefit cost.
Medical Claims Payable	Medical Claims Payable: Liabilities for medical claims payable include estimated provisions for incurred but not paid claims on an undiscounted basis, as well as estimated provisions for expenses related to the processing of claims. Incurred but not paid claims include (1) an estimate for claims that are incurred but not reported, as well as claims reported to us but not yet processed through our systems; and (2) claims reported to us and processed through our systems but not yet paid. Liabilities for both claims incurred but not reported and reported but not yet processed through our systems are determined in aggregate, employing actuarial methods that are commonly used by health insurance actuaries and meet Actuarial Standards of Practice. Actuarial Standards of Practice require that the claim liabilities be appropriate under moderately adverse circumstances. We determine the amount of the liability for incurred but not paid claims by following a detailed actuarial process that entails using both historical claim payment patterns as well as emerging medical cost trends to project our best estimate of claim liabilities. Under this process, historical paid claims data is formatted into “claim triangles,” which compare claim incurred dates to the dates of claim payments. This information is analyzed to create “completion factors” that represent the average percentage of total incurred claims that have been paid through a given date after being incurred. Completion factors are applied to claims paid through the period end date to estimate the ultimate claim expense incurred for the period. Actuarial estimates of incurred but not paid claim liabilities are then determined by subtracting the actual paid claims from the estimate of the ultimate incurred claims. For the most recent incurred months (typically the most recent two months), the percentage of claims paid for claims incurred in those months is generally low. This makes the completion factor methodology less reliable for such months. Therefore, incurred claims for recent months are not projected from historical completion and payment patterns; rather they are projected by estimating the claims expense for those months based on recent claims expense levels and health care trend levels, or “trend factors.” We regularly review and set assumptions regarding cost trends and utilization when initially establishing claim liabilities. We continually monitor and adjust the claims liability and benefit expense based on subsequent paid claims activity. If it is determined that our assumptions regarding cost trends and utilization are significantly different than actual results, our income statement and financial position could be impacted in future periods. Premium deficiencies are recognized when it is probable that expected claims and administrative expenses will exceed future premiums on existing medical insurance contracts without consideration of investment income. Determination of premium deficiencies for longer duration life and disability contracts includes consideration of investment income. For purposes of premium deficiencies, contracts are deemed to be either short or long duration and are grouped in a manner consistent with our method of acquiring, servicing and measuring the profitability of such contracts. Once established, premium deficiencies are released commensurate with actual claims experience over the remaining life of the contract. No premium deficiencies were established at December 31, 2016 or 2015 . Benefit expense includes incurred medical claims as well as quality improvement expenses for our fully-insured members. Quality improvement activities are those designed to improve member health outcomes, prevent hospital readmissions and improve patient safety. They also include expenses for wellness and health promotion provided to our members.
Reserves For Future Policy Benefits	Reserves for Future Policy Benefits: Reserves for future policy benefits include liabilities for life and long-term disability insurance policy benefits based upon interest, mortality and morbidity assumptions from published actuarial tables, modified based upon our experience. Future policy benefits also include liabilities for insurance policies for which some of the premiums received in earlier years are intended to pay anticipated benefits to be incurred in future years. Future policy benefits are continually monitored and reviewed, and when reserves are adjusted, differences are reflected in benefit expense. The current portion of reserves for future policy benefits relates to the portion of such reserves that we expect to pay within one year . We believe that our liabilities for future policy benefits, along with future premiums received are adequate to satisfy our ultimate benefit liability; however, these estimates are inherently subject to a number of variable circumstances. Consequently, the actual results could differ materially from the amounts recorded in our consolidated financial statements.
Other Policyholder Liabilities	Other Policyholder Liabilities: Other policyholder liabilities include rate stabilization reserves associated with retrospectively rated insurance contracts and certain case-specific reserves. Other policyholder liabilities also includes liabilities for premium refunds based upon the minimum medical loss ratio, or MLR, the relative health risk of members, or other contractual or regulatory requirements. Rate stabilization reserves represent accumulated premiums that exceed what customers owe us based on actual claim experience. The timing of payment of these retrospectively rated refunds is based on the contractual terms with the customers and can vary from period to period based on the specific contractual requirements. We are required to meet certain minimum MLR thresholds prescribed by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, or ACA, and related Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010, or collectively, Health Care Reform. If we do not meet or exceed the minimum MLR thresholds specified by Health Care Reform, we are required to pay rebates to certain customers. Minimum MLR rebates are calculated by applicable line of business (Large Group, Small Group, Individual and Medicare) and legal entity in accordance with regulations issued by the Department of Health and Human Services, or HHS. Such calculations are made using estimated calendar year medical loss expense and premiums, as defined by HHS. We follow HHS guidelines for determining the types of expenses that may be included in our minimum MLR rebate calculations, which differ from benefit expense and premiums as reported in our consolidated financial statements prepared in conformity with GAAP. Certain amounts reported as expense in our GAAP basis consolidated financial statements may be reported as a reduction of premiums in accordance with HHS regulations. In addition, profit amounts included in our payments to third party administrative service providers are recorded as benefit expense in our consolidated GAAP financial statements while HHS does not allow for the inclusion of these expenses within the medical loss expense for purposes of calculating minimum MLR.
Revenue Recognition	Revenue Recognition: Premiums for fully-insured contracts are recognized as revenue over the period insurance coverage is provided, and, if applicable, net of amounts recognized for the Health Care Reform minimum MLR rebates, risk adjustment, reinsurance and risk corridor or contractual premium stabilization programs. Premium payments from contracted government agencies are based on eligibility lists produced by the government agencies. Premiums related to the unexpired contractual coverage periods are reflected in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets as unearned income. Premiums include revenue from retrospectively rated contracts where revenue is based on the estimated loss experience of the contract. Premium revenue includes an adjustment for retrospectively rated refunds based on an estimate of incurred claims. Premium rates for certain lines of business are subject to approval by the Department of Insurance of each respective state. Additionally, delays in annual premium rate changes from contracted government agencies require that we defer the recognition of any increases to the period in which the premium rates become final. The value of the impact can be significant in the period in which it is recognized dependent on the magnitude of the premium rate increase, the membership to which it applies and the length of the delay between the effective date of the rate increase and the final contract date. Premium rate decreases are recognized in the period the change in premium rate becomes effective and the change in the rate is known, which may be prior to the period when the contract amendment affecting the rate is finalized. Administrative fees include revenue from certain group contracts that provide for the group to be at risk for all, or with supplemental insurance arrangements, a portion of their claims experience. We charge these self-funded groups an administrative fee, which is based on the number of members in a group or the group’s claim experience. In addition, administrative fees include amounts received for the administration of Medicare or certain other government programs. Under our self-funded arrangements, revenue is recognized as administrative services are performed. All benefit payments under these programs are excluded from benefit expense.
Share-Based Compensation	Share-Based Compensation: Our current compensation philosophy provides for share-based compensation, including stock options, restricted stock awards and an employee stock purchase plan. Stock options are granted for a fixed number of shares with an exercise price at least equal to the fair value of the shares at the date of the grant. Restricted stock awards are issued at the fair value of the stock on the grant date. The employee stock purchase plan allows for a purchase price per share which is 95% of the fair value of a share of common stock on the last trading day of the plan quarter. The employee stock purchase plan discount is not recognized as compensation expense based on GAAP guidance. All other share-based payments to employees are recognized as compensation expense in the income statement based on their fair values. Additionally, excess tax benefits, which result from actual tax benefits exceeding deferred tax benefits previously recognized based on grant date fair value, are recognized as additional paid-in-capital and are reclassified from operating cash flows to financing cash flows in the consolidated statements of cash flows. Our share-based employee compensation plans and assumptions are described in Note 14, “Capital Stock.” Also see " Recent Accounting Guidance Not Yet Adopted" within this Note 2 for reference to pending accounting changes related to share-based compensation.
Advertising and Marketing Costs	Advertising and Marketing Costs : We use print, broadcast and other advertising to promote our products and to develop our corporate image. We market our products through direct marketing activities and an extensive network of independent agents, brokers and retail partnerships for Individual and Medicare customers, and for certain Local Group customers with a smaller employee base. Products for National Accounts and Local Group customers with a larger employee base are generally sold through independent brokers or consultants retained by the customer and working with industry specialists from our in-house sales force. In the Individual and Small Group markets we offer products through state or federally facilitated marketplaces, or public exchanges, and off-exchange products. The cost of advertising and marketing for product promotion is expensed as incurred while advertising and marketing costs associated with corporate image is expensed when first aired. Total advertising and marketing expense was $246.2 , $313.5 and $337.0 for the years ended December 31, 2016 , 2015 and 2014 , respectively.
Health Insurance Provider Fee	Health Insurance Provider Fee : Beginning in 2014, Health Care Reform imposed an annual Health Insurance Provider Fee, or HIP Fee, on health insurers that write certain types of health insurance on U.S. risks. The annual HIP Fee is allocated to health insurers based on the ratio of the amount of an insurer's net premium revenues written during the preceding calendar year to an adjusted amount of health insurance for all U.S. health risk for those certain lines of business written during the preceding calendar year. The HIP Fee is non-deductible for federal income tax purposes. The total amount collected from allocations to health insurers was $11,300.0 for each of 2016 and 2015 and $8,000.0 for 2014. We record our estimated liability for the HIP Fee in full at the beginning of the year with a corresponding deferred asset that is amortized on a straight-line basis to general and administrative expense. The final calculation and payment of the annual HIP Fee occurs in the third quarter each year and our portion of the HIP Fee for 2016 , 2015 and 2014 was $1,176.3 , $1,207.5 and $893.3 , respectively. The annual HIP Fee to be allocated to all health insurers has been suspended for 2017 and is scheduled to resume and be increased to $14,300.0 for 2018, without subsequent legislative or regulatory action. For 2019 and beyond, the annual HIP Fee will equal the amount for the preceding year increased by the rate of premium growth for the preceding year less the rate of growth in the consumer price index for the preceding calendar year.
Earnings Per Share	Earnings per Share: Earnings per share amounts, on a basic and diluted basis, have been calculated based upon the weighted-average common shares outstanding for the period. Basic earnings per share excludes dilution and is computed by dividing income available to common shareholders by the weighted-average number of common shares outstanding for the period. Diluted earnings per share includes the dilutive effect of stock options, restricted stock and convertible debentures, using the treasury stock method. The treasury stock method assumes exercise of stock options and vesting of restricted stock, with the assumed proceeds used to purchase common stock at the average market price for the period. The difference between the number of shares assumed issued and number of shares assumed purchased represents the dilutive shares.
Recently Adopted Accounting Guidance	Recently Adopted Accounting Guidance: In May 2015, the Financial Accounting Standards Board, or FASB, issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2015-09, Financial Services—Insurance (Topic 944): Disclosures about Short-Duration Contracts, or ASU 2015-09. This amendment requires new and expanded disclosures in interim and annual reporting periods related to the liability for unpaid claims and claim adjustment expenses for short-duration insurance contracts. ASU 2015-09 became effective for our annual reporting period ended December 31, 2016, and interim reporting periods beginning January 1, 2017. The adoption of ASU 2015-09 did not have an impact on our consolidated financial position, results of operations or cash flows. In April 2015, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2015-05, Intangibles - Goodwill and Other - Internal-Use Software (Subtopic 350-40): Customer’s Accounting for Fees Paid in a Cloud Computing Arrangement , or ASU 2015-05. This update provides guidance to help entities determine whether a cloud computing arrangement contains a software license that should be accounted for as internal-use software or as a service contract. ASU 2015-05 became effective January 1, 2016 and we elected to adopt the provisions of the new guidance prospectively to all arrangements entered into or materially modified on or after January 1, 2016. The adoption of ASU 2015-05 did not have an impact on our consolidated financial position, results of operations or cash flows. In February 2015, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2015-02, Consolidation (Topic 810): Amendments to the Consolidation Analysis , or ASU 2015-02. This update amended the consolidation guidance by modifying the evaluation criteria for whether limited partnerships and similar legal entities are variable interest entities or voting interest entities, eliminating the presumption that a general partner should consolidate a limited partnership, and affecting the consolidation analysis of reporting entities that are involved with variable interest entities. We adopted the provisions of ASU 2015-02 effective January 1, 2016 and re-evaluated all legal entity investments under the revised consolidation model. The adoption of ASU 2015-02 did not have a material impact on our consolidated financial position, results of operations or cash flows.
Recent Accounting Guidance Not Yet Adopted	Recent Accounting Guidance Not Yet Adopted: In December 2016, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2016-20, Technical Corrections and Improvements to Topic 606, Revenue from Contracts with Customers , or ASU 2016-20 . In May 2016, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2016-12, Revenue from Contracts With Customers (Topic 606): Narrow-Scope Improvements and Practical Expedients , or ASU 2016-12. In April 2016, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2016-10, Revenue from Contracts with Customers (Topic 606): Identifying Performance Obligations and Licensing , or ASU 2016-10. In March 2016, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2016-08, Revenue from Contracts with Customers (Topic 606): Principal versus Agent Considerations (Reporting Revenue Gross verses Net) , or ASU 2016-08. These updates provide additional clarification and implementation guidance on the previously issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2014-09, Revenue from Contracts with Customers (Topic 606) , or ASU 2014-09. The amendments in ASU 2016-20 provide technical corrections to various implementation examples and clarifying guidance on the treatment of capitalized advertising costs, impairment testing of capitalized contract costs, performance obligation disclosures and scope exceptions. The amendments in ASU 2016-12 provide clarifying guidance on assessing collectability; noncash consideration; presentation of sales taxes; and transition. The amendments in ASU 2016-10 provide clarifying guidance on the materiality and evaluation of performance obligations; treatment of shipping and handling costs; and determining whether an entity's promise to grant a license provides a customer with either a right to use or a right to access an entity's intellectual property. The amendments in ASU 2016-08 clarify how an entity should identify the specified good or service for the principal versus agent evaluation and how it should apply the control principle to certain types of arrangements. Collectively, these updates will require a company to recognize revenue when it transfers promised goods or services to customers in an amount that reflects the consideration to which the company expects to be entitled in exchange for those goods or services. The adoption of ASU 2016-20, ASU 2016-12, ASU 2016-10 and ASU 2016-08 is to coincide with an entity's adoption of ASU 2014-09, which we intend to adopt for interim and annual reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2017. Upon the effective date, these updates will supersede almost all existing revenue recognition guidance under GAAP, with certain exceptions, including an exception for our premium revenues, recorded on the Premiums line item on our consolidated statements of income, which will continue to be accounted for in accordance with the provisions of Accounting Standards Codification, or ASC, Topic 944, Financial Services - Insurance . Our administrative service and other contracts that will be subject to these Accounting Standards Updates are recorded in the Administrative fees and Other revenue line items on our consolidated statements of income and represent approximately 6.0% of our consolidated total operating revenue on our consolidated statements of income at December 31, 2016. The new guidance permits adoption through either a full retrospective approach or a modified retrospective approach with a cumulative effect adjustment to retained earnings. We are still in the process of evaluating the impact that these updates will have on our results of operations, cash flows, consolidated financial position and related disclosures and the method of adoption we will ultimately choose. In November 2016, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2016-18, Statement of Cash Flows (Topic 230): Restricted Cash, or ASU 2016-18. This update amends ASC Topic 230 to add or clarify guidance on the classification and presentation of restricted cash in the statement of cash flows. The guidance requires entities to show the changes in the total of cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and restricted cash equivalent in the statement of cash flows. The guidance will be applied retrospectively and is effective for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2017, and interim periods within those years, with early adoption permitted. We are currently evaluating the effects the adoption of ASU 2016-18 will have on our consolidated statements of cash flows, if any. ASU 2016-18 will not impact our results of operations. In August 2016, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2016-15, Statement of Cash Flows (Topic 230): Classification of Certain Cash Receipts and Cash Payments, or ASU 2016-15. This update addresses the presentation and classification on the statement of cash flows for eight specific items, with the objective of reducing existing diversity in practice in how certain cash receipts and cash payments are presented and classified. ASU 2016-15 is effective for interim and annual reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2017, with early adoption permitted. We are currently evaluating the effects the adoption of ASU 2016-15 will have on our consolidated statements of cash flows, if any. ASU 2016-15 will not impact our results of operations. In June 2016, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2016-13, Financial Instruments - Credit Losses (Topic 326): Measurement of Credit Losses on Financial Instruments, or ASU 2016-13. This update introduces a current expected credit loss model for measuring expected credit losses for certain types of financial instruments held at the reporting date based on historical experience, current conditions and reasonable supportable forecasts. ASU 2016-13 replaces the current incurred loss model for measuring expected credit losses, requires expected losses on available-for-sale debt securities to be recognized through an allowance for credit losses rather than as reductions in the amortized cost of the securities, and provides for additional disclosure requirements. ASU 2016-13 is effective for interim and annual reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2019, with early adoption permitted for interim and annual reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2018. We are currently evaluating the effects the adoption of ASU 2016-13 will have on our consolidated financial statements, results of operations and cash flows. In March 2016, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2016-09, Compensation - Stock Compensation (Topic 718): Improvements to Employee Share-Based Payment Accounting , or ASU 2016-09. The amendments in this update simplify several aspects of accounting for and reporting on share-based payment transactions, including the income tax consequences, classification of awards as either equity or liabilities, and classification on the statement of cash flows. The amendments in ASU 2016-09 are effective for interim and annual reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2016, with early adoption permitted. The various amendments are to be applied differently upon adoption with certain amendments being applied prospectively, retrospectively and under a modified retrospective transition method. The primary impact of adoption will be the prospective recognition of all excess tax benefits and tax deficiencies related to stock compensation in our provision for income tax expense recognized in the statement of income rather than as additional paid-in capital in shareholders' equity, for all periods following adoption. We adopted ASU 2016-09 effective January 1, 2017. In February 2016, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2016-02, Leases (Topic 842) , or ASU 2016-02. Upon the effective date, ASU 2016-02 will supersede the current lease guidance in Topic 840, Leases . Under the new guidance, lessees will be required to recognize for all leases, with the exception of short-term leases, a lease liability, which is a lessee’s obligation to make lease payments arising from a lease, measured on a discounted basis. Concurrently, lessees will be required to recognize a right-of-use asset, which is an asset that represents the lessee’s right to use, or control the use of, a specified asset for the lease term. ASU 2016-02 is effective for interim and annual reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2018, with early adoption permitted. The guidance is required to be applied using a modified retrospective transition approach for leases existing at, or entered into after, the beginning of the earliest comparative periods presented in the financial statements. We are currently evaluating the effects the adoption of ASU 2016-02 will have on our consolidated financial statements, results of operations and cash flows. In January 2016, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2016-01, Financial Instruments - Overall (Subtopic 825-10): Recognition and Measurement of Financial Assets and Financial Liabilities , or ASU 2016-01. The amendments in ASU 2016-01 change the accounting for non-consolidated equity investments that are not accounted for under the equity method of accounting by requiring changes in fair value to be recognized in income. Under current guidance, changes in fair value for investments of this nature are recognized in accumulated other comprehensive income as a component of shareholders’ equity. Additionally, ASU 2016-01 simplifies the impairment assessment of equity investments without readily determinable fair values; requires entities to use the exit price when estimating the fair value of financial instruments; and modifies various presentation disclosure requirements for financial instruments. ASU 2016-01 is effective for interim and annual reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2017. We are currently evaluating the effects the adoption of ASU 2016-01 will have on our results of operations and related disclosures. There were no other new accounting pronouncements that were issued or became effective during the year ended December 31, 2016 that had, or are expected to have, a material impact on our financial position, results of operations, cash flows or financial statement disclosures.

Investments (Tables)

Investments (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Investments [Abstract]
Current And Long-Term Investments, Available-For-Sale	A summary of current and long-term investments, available-for-sale, at December 31, 2016 and 2015 is as follows: Non-Credit Cost or Gross Gross Unrealized Losses Estimated Less than 12 Months December 31, 2016 Fixed maturity securities: United States Government securities $ 561.7 $ 2.5 $ (5.7 ) $ — $ 558.5 $ — Government sponsored securities 40.1 0.3 (0.3 ) (0.1 ) 40.0 — States, municipalities and political subdivisions, tax-exempt 6,024.6 139.1 (55.2 ) (3.2 ) 6,105.3 (3.8 ) Corporate securities 8,011.7 159.5 (49.5 ) (27.1 ) 8,094.6 (3.4 ) Residential mortgage-backed securities 1,916.9 32.3 (15.3 ) (4.6 ) 1,929.3 — Commercial mortgage-backed securities 216.8 1.2 (0.3 ) (3.4 ) 214.3 — Other debt securities 744.6 6.4 (1.5 ) (4.0 ) 745.5 — Total fixed maturity securities 17,516.4 341.3 (127.8 ) (42.4 ) 17,687.5 $ (7.2 ) Equity securities 1,103.3 407.3 (10.7 ) — 1,499.9 Total investments, available-for-sale $ 18,619.7 $ 748.6 $ (138.5 ) $ (42.4 ) $ 19,187.4 December 31, 2015 Fixed maturity securities: United States Government securities $ 349.5 $ 2.0 $ (1.6 ) $ — $ 349.9 $ — Government sponsored securities 75.6 0.5 (0.1 ) (0.1 ) 75.9 — States, municipalities and political subdivisions, tax-exempt 5,976.7 284.1 (4.0 ) (5.2 ) 6,251.6 — Corporate securities 8,209.7 61.1 (267.2 ) (110.5 ) 7,893.1 (15.4 ) Residential mortgage-backed securities 1,724.5 41.2 (7.6 ) (7.2 ) 1,750.9 — Commercial mortgage-backed securities 407.6 1.4 (4.3 ) (0.4 ) 404.3 — Other debt securities 756.8 4.1 (5.8 ) (2.6 ) 752.5 — Total fixed maturity securities 17,500.4 394.4 (290.6 ) (126.0 ) 17,478.2 $ (15.4 ) Equity securities 1,083.1 420.6 (30.9 ) — 1,472.8 Total investments, available-for-sale $ 18,583.5 $ 815.0 $ (321.5 ) $ (126.0 ) $ 18,951.0
Aggregate Fair Value And Gross Unrealized Loss Of Fixed Maturity Securities And Equity Securities In An Unrealized Loss Position	For available-for-sale securities in an unrealized loss position at December 31, 2016 and 2015 , the following table summarizes the aggregate fair values and gross unrealized losses by length of time those securities have continuously been in an unrealized loss position. Less than 12 Months 12 Months or Greater Number of Securities Estimated Fair Value Gross Unrealized Loss Number of Securities Estimated Fair Value Gross Unrealized Loss (Securities are whole amounts) December 31, 2016 Fixed maturity securities: United States Government securities 51 $ 359.9 $ (5.7 ) — $ — $ — Government sponsored securities 18 26.4 (0.3 ) 1 1.0 (0.1 ) States, municipalities and political subdivisions, tax-exempt 1,022 1,849.0 (55.2 ) 28 60.7 (3.2 ) Corporate securities 1,272 2,640.6 (49.5 ) 203 422.8 (27.1 ) Residential mortgage-backed securities 430 905.8 (15.3 ) 114 136.9 (4.6 ) Commercial mortgage-backed securities 19 61.2 (0.3 ) 24 60.8 (3.4 ) Other debt securities 66 144.3 (1.5 ) 55 133.8 (4.0 ) Total fixed maturity securities 2,878 5,987.2 (127.8 ) 425 816.0 (42.4 ) Equity securities 452 233.1 (10.7 ) — — — Total fixed maturity and equity securities 3,330 $ 6,220.3 $ (138.5 ) 425 $ 816.0 $ (42.4 ) December 31, 2015 Fixed maturity securities: United States Government securities 48 $ 248.4 $ (1.6 ) 2 $ 0.9 $ — Government sponsored securities 13 18.3 (0.1 ) 6 8.2 (0.1 ) States, municipalities and political subdivisions, tax-exempt 198 467.8 (4.0 ) 43 83.0 (5.2 ) Corporate securities 2,492 4,912.3 (267.2 ) 372 447.0 (110.5 ) Residential mortgage-backed securities 298 668.3 (7.6 ) 119 186.3 (7.2 ) Commercial mortgage-backed securities 66 263.0 (4.3 ) 17 38.5 (0.4 ) Other debt securities 153 488.2 (5.8 ) 28 77.0 (2.6 ) Total fixed maturity securities 3,268 7,066.3 (290.6 ) 587 840.9 (126.0 ) Equity securities 792 261.1 (30.9 ) — — — Total fixed maturity and equity securities 4,060 $ 7,327.4 $ (321.5 ) 587 $ 840.9 $ (126.0 )
Amortized Cost and Fair Value of Fixed Maturity Securities, By Contractual Maturity	The amortized cost and fair value of available-for-sale fixed maturity securities at December 31, 2016 , by contractual maturity, are shown below. Expected maturities may differ from contractual maturities because the issuers of the securities may have the right to prepay obligations. Amortized Cost Estimated Fair Value Due in one year or less $ 381.4 $ 381.1 Due after one year through five years 4,821.7 4,883.9 Due after five years through ten years 5,629.8 5,718.1 Due after ten years 4,549.8 4,560.8 Mortgage-backed securities 2,133.7 2,143.6 Total available-for-sale fixed maturity securities $ 17,516.4 $ 17,687.5
Major Categories of Net Investment Income	The major categories of net investment income for the years ended December 31 are as follows: 2016 2015 2014 Fixed maturity securities $ 673.1 $ 679.0 $ 644.1 Equity securities 61.7 61.7 57.7 Cash equivalents 3.6 0.7 0.8 Other 84.9 (22.6 ) 66.3 Investment income 823.3 718.8 768.9 Investment expense (43.8 ) (41.2 ) (44.5 ) Net investment income $ 779.5 $ 677.6 $ 724.4
Net Realized Investment Gains/Losses and Net Change In Unrealized Appreciation/Depreciation In Investments	Net realized investment gains/losses and net change in unrealized appreciation/depreciation on investments for the years ended December 31 are as follows: 2016 2015 2014 Net realized gains (losses): Fixed maturity securities: Gross realized gains from sales $ 209.9 $ 135.9 $ 198.2 Gross realized losses from sales (152.1 ) (182.1 ) (50.6 ) Net realized gains (losses) from sales of fixed maturity securities 57.8 (46.2 ) 147.6 Equity securities: Gross realized gains from sales 205.5 233.4 93.5 Gross realized losses from sales (50.0 ) (45.1 ) (13.9 ) Net realized gains from sales of equity securities 155.5 188.3 79.6 Other investments: Gross realized gains from sales 7.2 5.0 13.1 Gross realized losses from sales (0.4 ) — — Net realized gains from sales of other investments 6.8 5.0 13.1 Net realized gains 220.1 147.1 240.3 Other-than-temporary impairment losses recognized in income: Fixed maturity securities (74.7 ) (31.2 ) (22.3 ) Equity securities (22.3 ) (35.6 ) (13.5 ) Other investments (18.4 ) (16.6 ) (13.2 ) Other-than-temporary impairment losses recognized in income (115.4 ) (83.4 ) (49.0 ) Change in net unrealized gains (losses) on investments: Fixed maturity securities 193.3 (372.9 ) 145.2 Equity securities 6.9 (217.7 ) 36.5 Other investments (2.5 ) (4.1 ) — Total change in net unrealized gains (losses) on investments 197.7 (594.7 ) 181.7 Deferred income tax (expense) benefit (79.8 ) 210.4 (63.1 ) Net change in net unrealized gains (losses) on investments 117.9 (384.3 ) 118.6 Net realized gains on investments, other-than-temporary impairment losses recognized in income and net change in net unrealized gains (losses) on investments $ 222.6 $ (320.6 ) $ 309.9
Proceeds and Realized Gains and Losses from Investments	Proceeds from fixed maturity securities, equity securities and other invested assets and the related gross realized gains and gross realized losses for the years ended December 31 are as follows: 2016 2015 2014 Proceeds $ 11,952.3 $ 11,779.8 $ 10,255.9 Gross realized gains 422.6 374.3 304.8 Gross realized losses (202.5 ) (227.2 ) (64.5 )
Securities Lending Programs	The remaining contractual maturity of our securities lending agreements at December 31, 2016 is as follows: Overnight and Continuous Less than 30 days 30-90 days Greater Than 90 days Total Securities lending transactions United States Government securities $ 79.5 $ 25.2 $ 48.2 $ 8.7 $ 161.6 Corporate securities 658.8 — — — 658.8 Equity securities 255.5 1.3 — — 256.8 Other debt securities 1.7 — — — 1.7 Total $ 995.5 $ 26.5 $ 48.2 $ 8.7 $ 1,078.9

Derivative Financial Instrume33

Derivative Financial Instruments (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract]
Summary Of Aggregate Contractual Or Notional Amounts And Estimated Fair Values	A summary of the aggregate contractual or notional amounts and estimated fair values related to derivative financial instruments at December 31, 2016 and 2015 is as follows: Contractual/ Notional Amount Balance Sheet Location Estimated Fair Value Asset (Liability) December 31, 2016 Hedging instruments Interest rate swaps - fixed to floating $ 1,385.0 Other assets/other liabilities $ 4.0 $ (0.7 ) Interest rate swaps - forward starting pay fixed 4,775.0 Other assets/other liabilities 528.8 (6.0 ) Subtotal hedging 6,160.0 Subtotal hedging 532.8 (6.7 ) Non-hedging instruments Interest rate swaps 209.4 Equity securities 4.7 (0.2 ) Options 10,280.2 Other assets/other liabilities 220.7 (233.9 ) Futures 185.3 Equity securities 0.5 (1.1 ) Subtotal non-hedging 10,674.9 Subtotal non-hedging 225.9 (235.2 ) Total derivatives $ 16,834.9 Total derivatives 758.7 (241.9 ) Amounts netted (92.8 ) 92.8 Net derivatives $ 665.9 $ (149.1 ) December 31, 2015 Hedging instruments Interest rate swaps - fixed to floating $ 1,385.0 Other assets/other liabilities $ 7.0 $ (0.8 ) Interest rate swaps - forward starting pay fixed 4,650.0 Other assets/other liabilities 15.7 (90.9 ) Subtotal hedging 6,035.0 Subtotal hedging 22.7 (91.7 ) Non-hedging instruments Interest rate swaps 271.7 Equity securities 1.2 (6.0 ) Options 16,917.4 Other assets/other liabilities 305.7 (332.1 ) Futures 152.0 Equity securities 0.1 (0.2 ) Subtotal non-hedging 17,341.1 Subtotal non-hedging 307.0 (338.3 ) Total derivatives $ 23,376.1 Total derivatives 329.7 (430.0 ) Amounts netted (170.6 ) 170.6 Net derivatives $ 159.1 $ (259.4 )
Summary Of Outstanding Fair Value Hedges	A summary of our outstanding fair value hedges at December 31, 2016 and 2015 is as follows: Type of Fair Value Hedges Year Entered Into Outstanding Notional Amount Interest Rate Received Expiration Date 2016 2015 Interest rate swap 2015 $ 200.0 $ 200.0 4.350 % August 15, 2020 Interest rate swap 2014 150.0 150.0 4.350 August 15, 2020 Interest rate swap 2013 10.0 10.0 4.350 August 15, 2020 Interest rate swap 2012 200.0 200.0 4.350 August 15, 2020 Interest rate swap 2012 625.0 625.0 1.875 January 15, 2018 Interest rate swap 2012 200.0 200.0 2.375 February 15, 2017 Total notional amount outstanding $ 1,385.0 $ 1,385.0
Effect Of Fair Value Hedges On Income Statement	A summary of the effect of fair value hedges on our income statement for the years ended December 31, 2016 , 2015 and 2014 is as follows: Type of Fair Value Hedges Income Statement Location of Hedge Gain Hedge Gain Recognized Hedged Item Income Statement Location of Hedged Item Loss Hedged Item Loss Recognized Year ended December 31, 2016 Interest rate swaps Interest expense $ 8.1 Fixed rate debt Interest expense $ (8.1 ) Year ended December 31, 2015 Interest rate swaps Interest expense $ 12.1 Fixed rate debt Interest expense $ (12.1 ) Year ended December 31, 2014 Interest rate swaps Interest expense $ 25.5 Fixed rate debt Interest expense $ (25.5 )
Effect Of Cash Flow Hedges On Financial Statements	A summary of the effect of cash flow hedges on our financial statements for the years ended December 31, 2016 , 2015 and 2014 is as follows: Effective Portion Pretax Hedge Income Statement Hedge Loss Ineffective Portion Type of Cash Flow Hedge Income Statement Location of Loss Recognized Hedge Loss Recognized Year ended December 31, 2016 Forward starting pay fixed swaps $ (140.1 ) Interest expense $ (5.8 ) Net realized gains on financial instruments $ (7.7 ) Year ended December 31, 2015 Forward starting pay fixed swaps $ (75.2 ) Interest expense $ (5.5 ) None $ — Year ended December 31, 2014 Forward starting pay fixed swaps $ — Interest expense $ (5.0 ) None $ —
Effect Of Non-Hedging Derivatives On Income Statement And Included In Net Realized Gains (Losses) On Investments	Non-Hedging Derivatives A summary of the effect of non-hedging derivatives on our income statement for the years ended December 31, 2016 , 2015 and 2014 is as follows: Type of Non-hedging Derivatives Income Statement Location of Gain (Loss) Recognized Derivative Gain (Loss) Recognized Year ended December 31, 2016 Interest rate swaps Net realized gains on financial instruments $ 0.2 Options Net realized gains on financial instruments (209.1 ) Futures Net realized gains on financial instruments 1.4 Total $ (207.5 ) Year ended December 31, 2015 Derivatives embedded in convertible fixed maturity securities Net realized gains on financial instruments $ (22.2 ) Interest rate swaps Net realized gains on financial instruments (1.9 ) Options Net realized gains on financial instruments 34.6 Futures Net realized gains on financial instruments (0.1 ) Total $ 10.4 Year ended December 31, 2014 Derivatives embedded in convertible fixed maturity securities Net realized gains on financial instruments $ 11.6 Interest rate swaps Net realized gains on financial instruments (11.6 ) Options Net realized gains on financial instruments (53.3 ) Futures Net realized gains on financial instruments (10.0 ) Total $ (63.3 )

Fair Value (Tables)

Fair Value (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]
Fair Value Measurements By Level For Assets Measured At Fair Value On A Recurring Basis	A summary of fair value measurements by level for assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis at December 31, 2016 and 2015 is as follows: Level I Level II Level III Total December 31, 2016 Assets: Cash equivalents $ 1,546.0 $ — $ — $ 1,546.0 Investments available-for-sale: Fixed maturity securities: United States Government securities 558.5 — — 558.5 Government sponsored securities — 40.0 — 40.0 States, municipalities and political subdivisions, tax-exempt — 6,105.3 — 6,105.3 Corporate securities 79.9 7,775.9 238.8 8,094.6 Residential mortgage-backed securities — 1,917.3 12.0 1,929.3 Commercial mortgage-backed securities — 214.3 — 214.3 Other debt securities 53.4 649.3 42.8 745.5 Total fixed maturity securities 691.8 16,702.1 293.6 17,687.5 Equity securities 1,200.2 111.9 187.8 1,499.9 Other invested assets, current 15.8 — — 15.8 Securities lending collateral 726.0 353.8 — 1,079.8 Derivatives — 758.7 — 758.7 Total assets $ 4,179.8 $ 17,926.5 $ 481.4 $ 22,587.7 Liabilities: Derivatives $ — $ (241.9 ) $ — $ (241.9 ) Total liabilities $ — $ (241.9 ) $ — $ (241.9 ) December 31, 2015 Assets: Cash equivalents $ 701.0 $ — $ — $ 701.0 Investments available-for-sale: Fixed maturity securities: United States Government securities 349.9 — — 349.9 Government sponsored securities — 75.9 — 75.9 States, municipalities and political subdivisions, tax-exempt — 6,251.6 — 6,251.6 Corporate securities 77.6 7,629.3 186.2 7,893.1 Residential mortgage-backed securities — 1,750.9 — 1,750.9 Commercial mortgage-backed securities — 402.4 1.9 404.3 Other debt securities 55.7 671.2 25.6 752.5 Total fixed maturity securities 483.2 16,781.3 213.7 17,478.2 Equity securities 1,253.8 116.9 102.1 1,472.8 Other invested assets, current 19.1 — — 19.1 Securities lending collateral 708.1 592.3 — 1,300.4 Derivatives — 329.7 — 329.7 Total assets $ 3,165.2 $ 17,820.2 $ 315.8 $ 21,301.2 Liabilities: Derivatives $ — $ (430.0 ) $ — $ (430.0 ) Total liabilities $ — $ (430.0 ) $ — $ (430.0 )
Reconciliation Of The Beginning And Ending Balances Of Assets Measured At Fair Value On A Recurring Basis Using Level III Inputs	A reconciliation of the beginning and ending balances of assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis using Level III inputs for the years ended December 31, 2016 , 2015 and 2014 is as follows: Corporate Securities Residential Mortgage- backed Securities Commercial Mortgage- backed Securities Other Debt Securities Equity Securities Total Year ended December 31, 2016 Beginning balance at January 1, 2016 $ 186.2 $ — $ 1.9 $ 25.6 $ 102.1 $ 315.8 Total (losses) gains: Recognized in net income (2.9 ) — — — 0.7 (2.2 ) Recognized in accumulated other comprehensive income (2.0 ) — — (0.5 ) (0.5 ) (3.0 ) Purchases 170.2 4.3 — — 222.6 397.1 Sales (5.4 ) — — — (136.7 ) (142.1 ) Settlements (56.8 ) — — (0.9 ) (0.4 ) (58.1 ) Transfers into Level III 6.6 9.3 — 28.8 — 44.7 Transfers out of Level III (57.1 ) (1.6 ) (1.9 ) (10.2 ) — (70.8 ) Ending balance at December 31, 2016 $ 238.8 $ 12.0 $ — $ 42.8 $ 187.8 $ 481.4 Change in unrealized losses included in net income related to assets still held for the year ended December 31, 2016 $ (2.0 ) $ — $ — $ — $ — $ (2.0 ) Year ended December 31, 2015 Beginning balance at January 1, 2015 $ 144.6 $ — $ 3.3 $ 6.6 $ 48.3 $ 202.8 Total gains (losses): Recognized in net income 1.4 — — 0.2 (1.5 ) 0.1 Recognized in accumulated other comprehensive income 0.7 — — (0.2 ) 3.9 4.4 Purchases 132.6 — 1.1 28.3 52.1 214.1 Sales (11.7 ) — (1.1 ) (0.9 ) (13.8 ) (27.5 ) Settlements (51.6 ) — (1.4 ) (0.2 ) — (53.2 ) Transfers into Level III 4.8 — — — 13.1 17.9 Transfers out of Level III (34.6 ) — — (8.2 ) — (42.8 ) Ending balance at December 31, 2015 $ 186.2 $ — $ 1.9 $ 25.6 $ 102.1 $ 315.8 Change in unrealized losses included in net income related to assets still held for the year ended December 31, 2015 $ (0.6 ) $ — $ — $ — $ (1.4 ) $ (2.0 ) Year ended December 31, 2014 Beginning balance at January 1, 2014 $ 115.2 $ — $ 6.5 $ 14.8 $ 41.4 $ 177.9 Total (losses) gains: Recognized in net income (4.4 ) — — — (0.7 ) (5.1 ) Recognized in accumulated other comprehensive income 8.5 — — 0.4 2.8 11.7 Purchases 68.9 — 3.6 6.5 15.9 94.9 Sales (48.0 ) — — (3.6 ) (10.6 ) (62.2 ) Settlements (11.0 ) — (3.7 ) (0.4 ) — (15.1 ) Transfers into Level III 24.8 — — — — 24.8 Transfers out of Level III (9.4 ) — (3.1 ) (11.1 ) (0.5 ) (24.1 ) Ending balance at December 31, 2014 $ 144.6 $ — $ 3.3 $ 6.6 $ 48.3 $ 202.8 Change in unrealized losses included in net income related to assets still held for the year ended December 31, 2014 $ (11.1 ) $ — $ — $ — $ (0.7 ) $ (11.8 )
Carrying And Fair Values By Level Of Financial Instruments Not Recorded At Fair Value On Consolidated Balance Sheet	A summary of the estimated fair values by level of each class of financial instrument that is recorded at its carrying value on our consolidated balance sheets at December 31, 2016 and 2015 are as follows: Carrying Value Estimated Fair Value Level I Level II Level III Total December 31, 2016 Assets: Other invested assets, long-term $ 2,240.5 $ — $ — $ 2,240.5 $ 2,240.5 Liabilities: Debt: Short-term borrowings 440.0 — 440.0 — 440.0 Commercial paper 629.0 — 629.0 — 629.0 Notes 14,323.8 — 14,858.4 — 14,858.4 Convertible debentures 334.1 — 1,020.2 — 1,020.2 December 31, 2015 Assets: Other invested assets, long-term $ 2,041.1 $ — $ — $ 2,041.1 $ 2,041.1 Liabilities: Debt: Short-term borrowings 540.0 — 540.0 — 540.0 Commercial paper 682.2 — 682.2 — 682.2 Notes 14,311.6 — 14,523.2 — 14,523.2 Convertible debentures 330.7 — 980.1 — 980.1

Income Taxes (Tables)

Income Taxes (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
Components Of Deferred Income Taxes	The components of deferred income taxes at December 31 are as follows: 2016 2015 Deferred tax assets relating to: Retirement benefits $ 362.9 $ 364.8 Accrued expenses 331.9 344.6 Insurance reserves 229.5 247.1 Net operating loss carryforwards 9.2 18.1 Bad debt reserves 119.6 154.8 State income tax 59.8 43.4 Deferred compensation 38.2 40.1 Investment basis difference 42.4 62.2 Other 110.5 68.4 Total deferred tax assets 1,304.0 1,343.5 Deferred tax liabilities relating to: Unrealized gains on securities 202.9 127.8 Intangible assets: Trademarks and state Medicaid licenses 2,547.6 2,547.6 Customer, provider and hospital relationships 194.1 269.2 Internally developed software and other amortization differences 450.5 436.6 Retirement benefits 267.3 252.7 Debt discount 60.8 61.9 State deferred tax 106.0 36.4 Depreciation and amortization 54.1 44.2 Other 200.6 197.7 Total deferred tax liabilities 4,083.9 3,974.1 Net deferred tax liability $ (2,779.9 ) $ (2,630.6 )
Components Of Provision For Income Taxes	Significant components of the provision for income taxes for the years ended December 31 consist of the following: 2016 2015 2014 Current tax expense: Federal $ 1,862.6 $ 1,996.6 $ 1,629.4 State and local 93.9 133.0 65.8 Total current tax expense 1,956.5 2,129.6 1,695.2 Deferred tax expense (benefit) 129.1 (58.6 ) 112.8 Total income tax expense $ 2,085.6 $ 2,071.0 $ 1,808.0
Reconciliation Of Income Tax Expense Computed At The Statutory Federal Income Tax Rate	A reconciliation of income tax expense recorded in the consolidated statements of income and amounts computed at the statutory federal income tax rate for the years ended December 31 is as follows: 2016 2015 2014 Amount Percent Amount Percent Amount Percent Amount at statutory rate $ 1,594.4 35.0 % $ 1,620.9 35.0 % $ 1,528.8 35.0 % State and local income taxes net of federal tax benefit 61.5 1.4 75.3 1.6 49.0 1.1 Tax exempt interest and dividends received deduction (61.7 ) (1.4 ) (63.2 ) (1.3 ) (65.9 ) (1.5 ) HIP Fee 411.7 9.0 422.6 9.1 312.6 7.2 Other, net 79.7 1.8 15.4 0.3 (16.5 ) (0.4 ) Total income tax expense $ 2,085.6 45.8 % $ 2,071.0 44.7 % $ 1,808.0 41.4 %
Change In The Carrying Amount Of Gross Unrecognized Tax Benefits From Uncertain Tax Positions	The change in the carrying amount of gross unrecognized tax benefits from uncertain tax positions for the years ended December 31 is as follows: 2016 2015 Balance at January 1 $ 212.0 $ 115.8 Additions based on: Tax positions related to current year — 39.8 Tax positions related to prior years 13.9 65.1 Reductions based on: Tax positions related to current year (1.1 ) — Tax positions related to prior years (88.4 ) (7.9 ) Settlements with taxing authorities (5.3 ) (0.8 ) Balance at December 31 $ 131.1 $ 212.0

Property And Equipment (Tables)

Property And Equipment (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]
Summary of Property and Equipment	A summary of property and equipment at December 31 is as follows: 2016 2015 Land and improvements $ 21.2 $ 21.5 Building and improvements 215.1 216.6 Data processing equipment, furniture and other equipment 1,024.5 1,046.1 Computer software, purchased and internally developed 2,416.7 2,344.9 Leasehold improvements 462.4 429.3 Property and equipment, gross 4,139.9 4,058.4 Accumulated depreciation and amortization (2,162.0 ) (2,038.6 ) Property and equipment, net $ 1,977.9 $ 2,019.8

Goodwill And Other Intangible37

Goodwill And Other Intangible Assets (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]
Summary Of The Change In The Carrying Amount Of Goodwill By Reportable Segment	No goodwill is allocated to our Other segment. A summary of the change in the carrying amount of goodwill for our Commercial and Specialty Business segment and Government Business segment (see Note 19, “Segment Information”) for 2016 and 2015 is as follows: Commercial and Specialty Business Government Business Total Balance as of January 1, 2015 $ 11,818.9 $ 5,263.1 $ 17,082.0 Acquisitions — 480.2 480.2 Balance as of December 31, 2015 11,818.9 5,743.3 17,562.2 Other adjustments (1.0 ) — (1.0 ) Balance as of December 31, 2016 $ 11,817.9 $ 5,743.3 $ 17,561.2 Accumulated impairment as of December 31, 2016 $ (41.0 ) $ — $ (41.0 )
Components Of Other Intangible Assets	The components of other intangible assets as of December 31 are as follows: 2016 2015 Gross Carrying Amount Accumulated Amortization Net Carrying Amount Gross Carrying Amount Accumulated Net Carrying Amount Intangible assets with finite lives: Customer relationships $ 3,310.9 $ (2,759.7 ) $ 551.2 $ 3,394.4 $ (2,670.0 ) $ 724.4 Provider and hospital relationships 150.5 (65.9 ) 84.6 150.9 (58.6 ) 92.3 Other 89.4 (50.6 ) 38.8 90.7 (39.7 ) 51.0 Total 3,550.8 (2,876.2 ) 674.6 3,636.0 (2,768.3 ) 867.7 Intangible assets with indefinite lives: Blue Cross and Blue Shield and other trademarks 6,298.7 — 6,298.7 6,298.7 — 6,298.7 State Medicaid licenses 991.6 — 991.6 991.6 — 991.6 Total 7,290.3 — 7,290.3 7,290.3 — 7,290.3 Other intangible assets $ 10,841.1 $ (2,876.2 ) $ 7,964.9 $ 10,926.3 $ (2,768.3 ) $ 8,158.0

Retirement Benefits (Tables)

Retirement Benefits (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Defined Benefit Pension Plans and Defined Benefit Postretirement Plans Disclosure [Abstract]
Reconciliation Of The Benefit Obligation	The reconciliation of the benefit obligation is as follows: Pension Benefits Other Benefits 2016 2015 2016 2015 Benefit obligation at beginning of year $ 1,833.3 $ 1,914.4 $ 578.7 $ 646.6 Service cost 11.6 13.1 1.6 2.1 Interest cost 68.5 68.2 22.4 23.4 Plan amendment — 0.8 — — Actuarial loss (gain) 32.2 (41.2 ) (4.2 ) (58.1 ) Benefits paid (120.7 ) (122.0 ) (33.3 ) (35.3 ) Benefit obligation at end of year $ 1,824.9 $ 1,833.3 $ 565.2 $ 578.7
Changes In The Fair Value Of Plan Assets	The changes in the fair value of plan assets are as follows: Pension Benefits Other Benefits 2016 2015 2016 2015 Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year $ 1,865.2 $ 1,985.0 $ 328.4 $ 347.9 Actual return on plan assets 132.2 (1.5 ) 21.8 (1.2 ) Employer contributions 11.1 3.7 14.9 17.3 Benefits paid (120.7 ) (122.0 ) (33.3 ) (35.6 ) Fair value of plan assets at end of year $ 1,887.8 $ 1,865.2 $ 331.8 $ 328.4
Net Amount Included In Consolidated Balance Sheets	The net amount included in the consolidated balance sheets is as follows: Pension Benefits Other Benefits 2016 2015 2016 2015 Noncurrent assets $ 126.7 $ 103.4 $ — $ — Current liabilities (3.7 ) (10.5 ) — — Noncurrent liabilities (60.1 ) (61.0 ) (233.4 ) (250.3 ) Net amount at December 31 $ 62.9 $ 31.9 $ (233.4 ) $ (250.3 )
Net Amounts Included In Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss (Income) That Have Not Been Recognized As Components Of Net Periodic Benefit Costs	The net amounts included in accumulated other comprehensive loss that have not been recognized as components of net periodic benefit costs are as follows: Pension Benefits Other Benefits 2016 2015 2016 2015 Net actuarial loss $ 655.8 $ 635.0 $ 146.6 $ 162.7 Prior service cost (credit) 0.5 (0.1 ) (59.7 ) (73.5 ) Net amount before tax at December 31 $ 656.3 $ 634.9 $ 86.9 $ 89.2
Schedule Of Assumptions Used In Calculating The Benefit Obligations	The weighted-average assumptions used in calculating the benefit obligations for all plans are as follows: Pension Benefits Other Benefits 2016 2015 2016 2015 Discount rate 3.77 % 3.92 % 3.82 % 4.01 % Rate of compensation increase 3.00 % 3.00 % 3.00 % 3.00 % Expected rate of return on plan assets 7.95 % 7.84 % 7.00 % 7.00 %
Components Of Net Periodic Benefit Cost (Credit)	The components of net periodic benefit cost (benefit credit) included in the consolidated statements of income are as follows: 2016 2015 2014 Pension Benefits Service cost $ 11.6 $ 13.1 $ 13.0 Interest cost 68.5 68.2 74.1 Expected return on assets (147.1 ) (143.2 ) (137.5 ) Recognized actuarial loss 19.0 25.7 21.0 Amortization of prior service credit (0.6 ) (0.6 ) (0.8 ) Settlement loss 7.3 6.5 5.2 Net periodic benefit credit $ (41.3 ) $ (30.3 ) $ (25.0 ) Other Benefits Service cost $ 1.6 $ 2.1 $ 3.2 Interest cost 22.4 23.4 26.3 Expected return on assets (22.4 ) (23.7 ) (23.4 ) Recognized actuarial loss 12.4 15.3 9.4 Amortization of prior service credit (13.8 ) (14.4 ) (14.4 ) Net periodic benefit cost $ 0.2 $ 2.7 $ 1.1
Weighted-Average Assumptions Used In Calculating The Benefit Obligations For All Plans	The weighted-average assumptions used in calculating the net periodic benefit cost for all plans are as follows: 2016 2015 2014 Pension Benefits Discount rate 3.92 % 3.66 % 4.39 % Rate of compensation increase 3.00 % 3.00 % 3.00 % Expected rate of return on plan assets 7.84 % 7.62 % 7.66 % Other Benefits Discount rate 4.01 % 3.74 % 4.48 % Rate of compensation increase 3.00 % 3.00 % 3.00 % Expected rate of return on plan assets 7.00 % 7.00 % 7.00 %
Fair Values of Pension Benefit Assets and Other Benefit Assets by Asset Category and Level Inputs	The fair values of our pension benefit assets and other benefit assets by asset category and level inputs at December 31, 2016 , excluding cash, investment income receivable and amounts due to/from brokers, resulting in a net asset of $2.8 , are as follows (see Note 6, “Fair Value,” for additional information regarding the definition of level inputs): Level I Level II Level III Total December 31, 2016 Pension Benefit Assets: Equity securities: U.S. securities $ 561.4 $ 4.4 $ — $ 565.8 Foreign securities 264.5 — — 264.5 Mutual funds 36.6 — — 36.6 Fixed maturity securities: Government securities 183.9 — — 183.9 Corporate securities — 385.9 — 385.9 Asset-backed securities — 134.7 — 134.7 Other types of investments: Common and collective trusts — 27.5 — 27.5 Partnership interests — — 112.5 112.5 Insurance company contracts — — 173.3 173.3 Treasury futures contracts 0.3 — — 0.3 Total pension benefit assets $ 1,046.7 $ 552.5 $ 285.8 $ 1,885.0 Other Benefit Assets: Equity securities: U.S. securities $ 13.0 $ 0.2 $ — $ 13.2 Foreign securities 5.4 — — 5.4 Mutual funds 47.1 — — 47.1 Fixed maturity securities: Government securities 2.7 — — 2.7 Corporate securities — 7.9 — 7.9 Asset-backed securities — 5.8 — 5.8 Other types of investments: Common and collective trusts — 1.0 — 1.0 Partnership interests — — 1.2 1.2 Life insurance contracts — — 237.7 237.7 Investment in DOL 103-12 trust — 9.8 — 9.8 Total other benefit assets $ 68.2 $ 24.7 $ 238.9 $ 331.8 The fair values of our pension benefit assets and other benefit assets by asset category and level inputs at December 31, 2015 , excluding cash, investment income receivable and amounts due to/from brokers, resulting in a net asset of $3.4 , are as follows (see Note 6, “Fair Value,” for additional information regarding the definition of level inputs): Level I Level II Level III Total December 31, 2015 Pension Benefit Assets: Equity securities: U.S. securities $ 542.8 $ 4.4 $ — $ 547.2 Foreign securities 258.8 — — 258.8 Mutual funds 34.7 — — 34.7 Fixed maturity securities: Government securities 176.6 — — 176.6 Corporate securities — 364.0 — 364.0 Asset-backed securities — 141.1 — 141.1 Other types of investments: Common and collective trusts — 48.1 — 48.1 Partnership interests — — 117.1 117.1 Insurance company contracts — — 174.2 174.2 Total pension benefit assets $ 1,012.9 $ 557.6 $ 291.3 $ 1,861.8 Other Benefit Assets: Equity securities: U.S. securities $ 16.8 $ 0.3 $ — $ 17.1 Foreign securities 7.4 — — 7.4 Mutual funds 36.6 — — 36.6 Fixed maturity securities: Government securities 3.8 — — 3.8 Corporate securities — 9.5 — 9.5 Asset-backed securities — 7.7 — 7.7 Other types of investments: Common and collective trusts — 1.5 — 1.5 Partnership interests — — 1.5 1.5 Life insurance contracts — — 229.9 229.9 Investment in DOL 103-12 trust — 13.4 — 13.4 Total other benefit assets $ 64.6 $ 32.4 $ 231.4 $ 328.4
Reconciliation Of The Beginning And Ending Balances Of Plan Assets Measured At Fair Value Using Level III Inputs	A reconciliation of the beginning and ending balances of plan assets measured at fair value using Level III inputs for the years ended December 31, 2016 , 2015 and 2014 is as follows: Partnership Interests Insurance Company Contracts Life Insurance Contracts Total Year ended December 31, 2016 Beginning balance at January 1, 2016 $ 118.6 $ 174.2 $ 229.9 $ 522.7 Actual return on plan assets: Relating to assets still held at the reporting date (3.5 ) (3.1 ) 10.8 4.2 Purchases 17.8 8.9 — 26.7 Sales (19.2 ) (6.7 ) (3.0 ) (28.9 ) Ending balance at December 31, 2016 $ 113.7 $ 173.3 $ 237.7 $ 524.7 Year ended December 31, 2015 Beginning balance at January 1, 2015 $ 122.2 $ 187.7 $ 238.4 $ 548.3 Actual return on plan assets: Relating to assets still held at the reporting date (5.9 ) (5.7 ) (6.8 ) (18.4 ) Purchases 10.9 7.0 — 17.9 Sales (8.6 ) (14.8 ) (1.7 ) (25.1 ) Ending balance at December 31, 2015 $ 118.6 $ 174.2 $ 229.9 $ 522.7 Year ended December 31, 2014 Beginning balance at January 1, 2014 $ 160.3 $ 197.4 $ 230.0 $ 587.7 Actual return on plan assets: Relating to assets still held at the reporting date (5.4 ) 1.4 8.4 4.4 Purchases 8.4 11.6 — 20.0 Sales (41.1 ) (22.7 ) — (63.8 ) Ending balance at December 31, 2014 $ 122.2 $ 187.7 $ 238.4 $ 548.3
Estimated Future Payments For Pension Benefits And Postretirement Benefits	Our estimated future payments for pension benefits and postretirement benefits, which reflect expected future service, as appropriate, are as follows: Pension Benefits Other Benefits 2017 $ 157.9 $ 41.4 2018 154.0 42.2 2019 153.1 42.5 2020 147.8 42.5 2021 143.0 42.2 2022 – 2026 637.6 197.4

Medical Claims Payable (Tables)

Medical Claims Payable (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Medical Claims Payable [Abstract]
Reconciliation Of The Beginning And Ending Balances For Medical Claims Payable	A reconciliation of the beginning and ending balances for medical claims payable, by segment (see Note 19, "Segment Information"), for the year ended December 31, 2016 is as follows: Commercial & Specialty Business Government Business Total Gross medical claims payable, beginning of year $ 3,396.1 $ 4,173.7 $ 7,569.8 Ceded medical claims payable, beginning of year (635.7 ) (9.9 ) (645.6 ) Net medical claims payable, beginning of year 2,760.4 4,163.8 6,924.2 Net incurred medical claims: Current year 27,797.3 38,574.1 66,371.4 Prior years redundancies (466.5 ) (383.9 ) (850.4 ) Total net incurred medical claims 27,330.8 38,190.2 65,521.0 Net payments attributable to: Current year medical claims 25,119.3 34,037.3 59,156.6 Prior years medical claims 2,226.2 3,708.9 5,935.1 Total net payments 27,345.5 37,746.2 65,091.7 Net medical claims payable, end of year 2,745.7 4,607.8 7,353.5 Ceded medical claims payable, end of year 521.3 17.8 539.1 Gross medical claims payable, end of year $ 3,267.0 $ 4,625.6 $ 7,892.6 A reconciliation of the beginning and ending balances for medical claims payable, by segment, for the year ended December 31, 2015 is as follows: Commercial & Specialty Business Government Business Total Gross medical claims payable, beginning of year $ 3,541.4 $ 3,319.8 $ 6,861.2 Ceded medical claims payable, beginning of year (762.5 ) (4.9 ) (767.4 ) Net medical claims payable, beginning of year 2,778.9 3,314.9 6,093.8 Business combinations and purchase adjustments — 121.8 121.8 Net incurred medical claims: Current year 26,798.5 33,909.9 60,708.4 Prior years redundancies (480.3 ) (319.9 ) (800.2 ) Total net incurred medical claims 26,318.2 33,590.0 59,908.2 Net payments attributable to: Current year medical claims 24,145.7 29,922.0 54,067.7 Prior years medical claims 2,191.0 2,940.9 5,131.9 Total net payments 26,336.7 32,862.9 59,199.6 Net medical claims payable, end of year 2,760.4 4,163.8 6,924.2 Ceded medical claims payable, end of year 635.7 9.9 645.6 Gross medical claims payable, end of year $ 3,396.1 $ 4,173.7 $ 7,569.8 A reconciliation of the beginning and ending balances for medical claims payable, by segment, for the year ended December 31, 2014 is as follows: Commercial & Specialty Business Government Business Total Gross medical claims payable, beginning of year $ 3,129.9 $ 2,997.3 $ 6,127.2 Ceded medical claims payable, beginning of year (21.7 ) (1.7 ) (23.4 ) Net medical claims payable, beginning of year 3,108.2 2,995.6 6,103.8 Net incurred medical claims: Current year 27,708.1 28,597.7 56,305.8 Prior years redundancies (239.5 ) (302.4 ) (541.9 ) Total net incurred medical claims 27,468.6 28,295.3 55,763.9 Net payments attributable to: Current year medical claims 25,016.9 25,337.0 50,353.9 Prior years medical claims 2,781.0 2,639.0 5,420.0 Total net payments 27,797.9 27,976.0 55,773.9 Net medical claims payable, end of year 2,778.9 3,314.9 6,093.8 Ceded medical claims payable, end of year 762.5 4.9 767.4 Gross medical claims payable, end of year $ 3,541.4 $ 3,319.8 $ 6,861.2
(Favorable) Unfavorable Developments By Changes In Key Assumptions	The following table provides a summary of the two key assumptions having the most significant impact on our incurred but not paid liability estimates for the years ended December 31, 2016 , 2015 and 2014 , which are the completion and trend factors. These two key assumptions can be influenced by utilization levels, unit costs, mix of business, benefit plan designs, provider reimbursement levels, processing system conversions and changes, claim inventory levels, claim processing patterns, claim submission patterns and operational changes resulting from business combinations . Favorable Developments by Changes in Key Assumptions 2016 2015 2014 Assumed trend factors $ (591.3 ) $ (467.9 ) $ (399.5 ) Assumed completion factors (259.1 ) (332.3 ) (142.4 ) Total $ (850.4 ) $ (800.2 ) $ (541.9 )
Reconciliation of Net Incurred Medical Claims to Benefit Expense	The reconciliation of net incurred medical claims to benefit expense included in the consolidated statements of income is as follows: Years Ended December 31 2016 2015 2014 Net incurred medical claims: Commercial & Specialty Business $ 27,330.8 $ 26,318.2 $ 27,468.6 Government Business 38,190.2 33,590.0 28,295.3 Total net incurred medical claims 65,521.0 59,908.2 55,763.9 Quality improvement and other claims expense 1,313.4 1,208.7 1,091.0 Benefit expense $ 66,834.4 $ 61,116.9 $ 56,854.9
Incurred and Paid Claims Development, Net of Reinsurance	Incurred and paid claims development, net of reinsurance, for the Commercial & Specialty Business for the years ended December 31, 2016 , 2015 and 2014 is as follows: Commercial & Specialty Business Cumulative Incurred Claims and Allocated Claim Adjustment Expenses, Net of Reinsurance Claim Year 2014 2015 2016 2014 & Prior $ 30,576.8 $ 30,096.5 $ 30,121.8 2015 26,798.5 26,306.6 2016 27,797.3 Total $ 84,225.7 Commercial & Specialty Business Cumulative Paid Claims and Allocated Claim Adjustment Expenses, Net of Reinsurance Claim Year 2014 2015 2016 2014 & Prior $ 27,797.9 $ 29,988.9 $ 30,095.6 2015 24,145.7 26,265.1 2016 25,119.3 Total $ 81,480.0 At December 31, 2016, the total of incurred but not reported liabilities plus expected development on reported claims for the Commercial & Specialty Business was $26.2 , $41.5 and $2,678.0 for the claim years 2014 and prior, 2015 and 2016 , respectively. At December 31, 2016, the cumulative number of reported claims for the Commercial & Specialty Business was 131.6 , 118.6 and 111.2 for the claims years 2014 and prior, 2015 and 2016 , respectively. Incurred and paid claims development, net of reinsurance, for the Government Business as of and for the years ended December 31, 2016 , 2015 and 2014 is as follows: Government Business Cumulative Incurred Claims and Allocated Claim Adjustment Expenses, Net of Reinsurance Claim Year 2014 2015 2016 2014 & Prior $ 31,290.9 $ 30,971.0 $ 30,911.5 2015 33,909.9 33,585.6 2016 38,574.1 Total $ 103,071.2 Government Business Cumulative Paid Claims and Allocated Claim Adjustment Expenses, Net of Reinsurance Claim Year 2014 2015 2016 2014 & Prior $ 27,976.0 $ 30,916.9 $ 30,906.0 2015 29,800.3 33,520.2 2016 34,037.2 Total $ 98,463.4 At December 31, 2016, the total of incurred but not reported liabilities plus expected development on reported claims for the Government Business was $5.5 , $65.4 and $4,536.9 for the claim years 2014 and prior, 2015 and 2016 , respectively. At December 31, 2016, the cumulative number of reported claims for the Government Business was 193.0 , 189.0 and 193.6 for the claims years 2014 and prior, 2015 and 2016 , respectively.
Reconciliation Of Claims Development To The Claims Liability	The reconciliation of the Commercial & Specialty Business and Government Business incurred and paid claims development information, reflected in the tables above, to the consolidated ending balance for medical claims payable, as of December 31, 2016 , is as follows: Commercial & Specialty Business Government Business Total Cumulative incurred claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance $ 84,225.7 $ 103,071.2 $ 187,296.9 Less: cumulative paid claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance 81,480.0 98,463.4 179,943.4 Net medical claims payable, end of year 2,745.7 4,607.8 7,353.5 Ceded medical claims payable, end of year 521.3 17.8 539.1 Gross medical claims payable, end of year $ 3,267.0 $ 4,625.6 $ 7,892.6

Debt (Tables)

Debt (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]
The Carrying Value Of Long-Term Debt	The carrying value of long-term debt at December 31 consists of the following: 2016 2015 Senior unsecured notes: 2.375%, due 2017 $ 400.1 $ 399.9 5.875%, due 2017 528.3 527.6 1.875%, due 2018 624.3 621.9 2.300%, due 2018 647.5 645.9 2.250%, due 2019 845.6 843.9 7.000%, due 2019 439.4 438.9 4.350%, due 2020 700.0 702.9 3.700%, due 2021 696.9 696.2 3.125%, due 2022 843.8 842.7 3.300%, due 2023 993.3 992.2 3.500%, due 2024 791.9 790.9 5.950%, due 2034 444.7 444.5 5.850%, due 2036 768.3 768.0 6.375%, due 2037 639.9 639.6 5.800%, due 2040 193.9 193.8 4.625%, due 2042 886.3 885.8 4.650%, due 2043 985.9 985.5 4.650%, due 2044 790.8 790.5 5.100%, due 2044 593.6 593.3 4.850%, due 2054 246.8 246.6 Remarketable subordinated notes: 1.900%, due 2028 1,237.6 1,236.1 Surplus notes: 9.000%, due 2027 24.9 24.9 Senior convertible debentures: 2.750%, due 2042 334.1 330.7 Variable rate debt: Commercial paper program 629.0 682.2 Total long-term debt 15,286.9 15,324.5 Current portion of long-term debt (928.4 ) — Long-term debt, less current portion $ 14,358.5 $ 15,324.5
Convertible Debenture Terms	The following table summarizes at December 31, 2016 the related balances, conversion rate and conversion price of the Debentures: Outstanding principal amount $ 513.4 Unamortized debt discount $ 173.6 Net debt carrying amount $ 334.1 Equity component carrying amount $ 186.1 Conversion rate (shares of common stock per $1,000 of principal amount) 13.6368 Effective conversion price (per $1,000 of principal amount) $ 73.3306

Capital Stock (Tables)

Capital Stock (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Capital [Abstract]
Summary of Stock Option Activity	A summary of stock option activity for the year ended December 31, 2016 is as follows: Number of Shares Weighted-Average Option Price per Share Weighted-Average Remaining Contractual Life (Years) Aggregate Intrinsic Value Outstanding at January 1, 2016 6.0 $ 87.23 Granted 1.4 131.84 Exercised (1.5 ) 64.39 Forfeited or expired (0.3 ) 118.58 Outstanding at December 31, 2016 5.6 102.80 5.19 $ 234.0 Exercisable at December 31, 2016 3.7 88.04 3.62 $ 207.8
Summary of Nonvested Restricted Stock Activity Including Restricted Stock Units	A summary of the status of nonvested restricted stock activity, including restricted stock units, for the year ended December 31, 2016 is as follows: Restricted Stock Shares and Units Weighted-Average Grant Date Fair Value per Share Nonvested at January 1, 2016 2.7 $ 101.66 Granted 1.1 131.81 Vested (1.4 ) 82.26 Forfeited (0.3 ) 119.94 Nonvested at December 31, 2016 2.1 127.68
Summary of Weighted-Average Assumptions Used to Estimate the Fair Values of Options Granted During the Periods	The following weighted-average assumptions were used to estimate the fair values of options granted during the years ended December 31: 2016 2015 2014 Risk-free interest rate 1.76 % 1.96 % 2.16 % Volatility factor 32.00 % 31.00 % 35.00 % Dividend yield (annual) 2.00 % 1.70 % 2.00 % Weighted-average expected life (years) 4.10 4.00 3.75
Schedule of Weighted-Average Fair Values Determined For the Periods	The following weighted-average fair values were determined for the years ending December 31: 2016 2015 2014 Options granted during the year $ 30.56 $ 33.97 $ 22.41 Restricted stock awards granted during the year 131.81 147.00 90.53
Summary of Cash Dividend Activity	A summary of the cash dividend activity for the years ended December 31, 2016 and 2015 is as follows: Declaration Date Record Date Payment Date Cash Dividend per Share Total Year ended December 31, 2016 February 18, 2016 March 10, 2016 March 25, 2016 $ 0.6500 $ 170.7 April 26, 2016 June 10, 2016 June 24, 2016 0.6500 170.9 July 26, 2016 September 9, 2016 September 26, 2016 0.6500 171.1 November 1, 2016 December 5, 2016 December 21, 2016 0.6500 171.3 Year ended December 31, 2015 January 27, 2015 March 10, 2015 March 25, 2015 $ 0.6250 $ 166.6 April 28, 2015 June 10, 2015 June 25, 2015 0.6250 163.9 July 28, 2015 September 10, 2015 September 25, 2015 0.6250 163.0 October 27, 2015 December 4, 2015 December 21, 2015 0.6250 163.1
Summary of Share Repurchases	A summary of common stock repurchases for the year ended December 31, 2015 is as follows: 2015 Shares repurchased 10.4 Average price per share $ 145.50 Aggregate cost $ 1,515.8 Authorization remaining at end of year $ 4,175.9

Accumulated Other Comprehensi42

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Attributable to Parent [Abstract]
Components of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)	A reconciliation of the components of accumulated other comprehensive loss at December 31 is as follows: 2016 2015 Investments: Gross unrealized gains $ 748.6 $ 815.0 Gross unrealized losses (180.9 ) (447.5 ) Net pretax unrealized gains 567.7 367.5 Deferred tax liability (206.5 ) (124.2 ) Net unrealized gains on investments 361.2 243.3 Non-credit components of OTTI on investments: Gross unrealized losses (7.2 ) (15.4 ) Deferred tax asset 2.6 5.4 Net unrealized non-credit component of OTTI on investments (4.6 ) (10.0 ) Cash flow hedges: Gross unrealized losses (259.1 ) (124.8 ) Deferred tax asset 90.7 43.7 Net unrealized losses on cash flow hedges (168.4 ) (81.1 ) Defined benefit pension plans: Deferred net actuarial loss (655.8 ) (635.0 ) Deferred prior service credits (0.5 ) 0.1 Deferred tax asset 257.2 250.4 Net unrecognized periodic benefit costs for defined benefit pension plans (399.1 ) (384.5 ) Postretirement benefit plans: Deferred net actuarial loss (146.6 ) (162.7 ) Deferred prior service credits 59.7 73.5 Deferred tax asset 34.0 35.1 Net unrecognized periodic benefit costs for postretirement benefit plans (52.9 ) (54.1 ) Foreign currency translation adjustments: Gross unrealized losses (6.3 ) (9.5 ) Deferred tax asset 2.2 3.3 Net unrealized losses on foreign currency translation adjustments (4.1 ) (6.2 ) Accumulated other comprehensive loss $ (267.9 ) $ (292.6 )
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) Reclassification Adjustments	Other comprehensive income (loss) reclassification adjustments for the years ended December 31 are as follows: 2016 2015 2014 Investments: Net holding gain (loss) on investment securities arising during the period, net of tax (expense) benefit of ($118.9), $180.4, and ($107.9), respectively $ 186.0 $ (336.1 ) $ 201.8 Reclassification adjustment for net realized gain on investment securities, net of tax expense of $36.6, $25.9, and $44.8, respectively (68.1 ) (48.2 ) (83.2 ) Total reclassification adjustment on investments 117.9 (384.3 ) 118.6 Non-credit component of OTTI on investments: Non-credit component of OTTI on investments, net of tax (expense) benefit of ($2.8), $3.0, and $2.1, respectively 5.4 (5.6 ) (3.9 ) Cash flow hedges: Holding loss, net of tax benefit of $47.0, $24.4, and $1.9, respectively (87.3 ) (45.2 ) (3.6 ) Other: Net change in unrecognized periodic benefit costs for defined benefit pension and postretirement benefit plans, net of tax benefit of $5.7, $13.4, and $75.2, respectively (13.4 ) (26.0 ) (118.1 ) Foreign currency translation adjustment, net of tax (expense) benefit of ($1.1), $1.8, and $2.2, respectively 2.1 (3.4 ) (4.3 ) Net gain (loss) recognized in other comprehensive loss, net of tax (expense) benefit of ($33.5), $248.9, and $18.3, respectively $ 24.7 $ (464.5 ) $ (11.3 )

Reinsurance (Tables)

Reinsurance (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Reinsurance Disclosures [Abstract]
Summary Of Direct, Assumed And Ceded Premiums Written And Earned	A summary of direct, assumed and ceded premiums written and earned for the years ended December 31 is as follows: 2016 2015 2014 Written Earned Written Earned Written Earned Direct $ 78,200.4 $ 78,726.2 $ 72,925.5 $ 73,259.2 $ 68,628.6 $ 68,304.3 Assumed 217.4 217.3 221.8 221.9 192.3 194.0 Ceded (79.8 ) (83.4 ) (95.8 ) (96.0 ) (108.5 ) (108.5 ) Net premiums $ 78,338.0 $ 78,860.1 $ 73,051.5 $ 73,385.1 $ 68,712.4 $ 68,389.8 Percentage—assumed to net premiums 0.3 % 0.3 % 0.3 % 0.3 % 0.3 % 0.3 %
Summary Of Net Premiums Written And Earned By Segment	A summary of net premiums written and earned by segment (see Note 19, “Segment Information”) for the years ended December 31 is as follows: 2016 2015 2014 Written Earned Written Earned Written Earned Reportable segments: Commercial and Specialty Business $ 33,355.6 $ 33,831.5 $ 33,016.9 $ 33,078.0 $ 35,084.7 $ 35,045.2 Government Business 44,982.4 45,028.6 40,034.6 40,307.1 33,627.7 33,344.6 Net premiums $ 78,338.0 $ 78,860.1 $ 73,051.5 $ 73,385.1 $ 68,712.4 $ 68,389.8
Effect Of Reinsurance On Benefit Expense	The effect of reinsurance on benefit expense for the years ended December 31 is as follows: 2016 2015 2014 Direct $ 67,221.7 $ 61,674.0 $ 57,496.6 Assumed 184.9 192.2 182.4 Ceded (572.2 ) (749.3 ) (824.1 ) Net benefit expense $ 66,834.4 $ 61,116.9 $ 56,854.9
Effect Of Reinsurance On Certain Assets And Liabilities	The effect of reinsurance on certain assets and liabilities at December 31 is as follows: 2016 2015 Policy liabilities, assumed $ 47.2 $ 56.7 Unearned income, assumed 0.6 0.5 Premiums payable, ceded 5.2 9.3 Premiums receivable, assumed 25.9 23.2

Leases (Tables)

Leases (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Leases, Operating [Abstract]
Operating Leases, Future Minimum Payments Due	At December 31, 2016 , future lease payments for operating leases with initial or remaining noncancelable terms of one year or more consist of the following: 2017 $ 149.7 2018 137.1 2019 121.4 2020 91.3 2021 69.9 Thereafter 201.1 Total minimum payments required $ 770.5

Earnings Per Share (Tables)

Earnings Per Share (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]
Denominator For Basic And Diluted Earnings Per Share	The denominator for basic and diluted earnings per share at December 31 is as follows: 2016 2015 2014 Denominator for basic earnings per share—weighted-average shares 262.9 263.0 275.9 Effect of dilutive securities—employee stock options, non-vested restricted stock awards and convertible debentures 5.2 9.9 10.0 Denominator for diluted earnings per share 268.1 272.9 285.9

Segment Information (Tables)

Segment Information (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Segment Reporting [Abstract]
Financial Data By Reportable Segment	Financial data by reportable segment for the years ended December 31 is as follows: Commercial and Specialty Business Government Business Other Total Year ended December 31, 2016 Operating revenue $ 38,692.1 $ 45,477.7 $ 24.2 $ 84,194.0 Operating gain (loss) 3,195.2 1,784.3 (177.8 ) 4,801.7 Depreciation and amortization of property and equipment — — 576.0 576.0 Year ended December 31, 2015 Operating revenue $ 37,570.8 $ 40,813.0 $ 21.0 $ 78,404.8 Operating gain (loss) 2,854.0 1,978.5 (79.4 ) 4,753.1 Depreciation and amortization of property and equipment — — 515.6 515.6 Year ended December 31, 2014 Operating revenue $ 39,199.6 $ 33,796.4 $ 25.7 $ 73,021.7 Operating gain (loss) 3,260.9 1,191.9 (34.4 ) 4,418.4 Depreciation and amortization of property and equipment — — 474.3 474.3
Major Product Revenues	The major product revenues for each of the reportable segments for the years ended December 31 are as follows: 2016 2015 2014 Commercial and Specialty Business Managed care products $ 32,369.8 $ 31,676.9 $ 33,755.6 Managed care services 4,710.1 4,344.8 3,997.8 Dental/Vision products and services 1,182.3 1,111.7 1,037.3 Other 429.9 437.4 408.9 Total Commercial and Specialty Business 38,692.1 37,570.8 39,199.6 Government Business Managed care products 45,028.5 40,307.0 33,344.6 Managed care services 449.2 506.0 451.8 Total Government Business 45,477.7 40,813.0 33,796.4 Other Other 24.2 21.0 25.7 Total product revenues $ 84,194.0 $ 78,404.8 $ 73,021.7
Reconciliation Of Reportable Segment Operating Revenues To The Consolidated Statements Of Income	A reconciliation of reportable segment operating revenues to the amounts of total revenues included in the consolidated statements of income for the years ended December 31 is as follows: 2016 2015 2014 Reportable segments operating revenues $ 84,194.0 $ 78,404.8 $ 73,021.7 Net investment income 779.5 677.6 724.4 Net realized gains on financial instruments 4.9 157.5 177.0 Other-than-temporary impairment losses recognized in income (115.4 ) (83.4 ) (49.0 ) Total revenues $ 84,863.0 $ 79,156.5 $ 73,874.1
Reconciliation Of Reportable Segment Operating Gain To Income From Continuing Operations Before Income Taxes In The Consolidated Statements Of Income	A reconciliation of reportable segment operating gain to income from continuing operations before income taxes included in the consolidated statements of income for the years ended December 31 is as follows: 2016 2015 2014 Reportable segments operating gain $ 4,801.7 $ 4,753.1 $ 4,418.4 Net investment income 779.5 677.6 724.4 Net realized gains on financial instruments 4.9 157.5 177.0 Other-than-temporary impairment losses recognized in income (115.4 ) (83.4 ) (49.0 ) Interest expense (723.0 ) (653.0 ) (600.7 ) Amortization of other intangible assets (192.3 ) (230.1 ) (220.9 ) Gain (loss) on extinguishment of debt — 9.3 (81.1 ) Income from continuing operations before income tax expense $ 4,555.4 $ 4,631.0 $ 4,368.1

Selected Quarterly Financial 47

Selected Quarterly Financial Data (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Selected Quarterly Financial Information [Abstract]
Schedule of Quarterly Financial Data	Selected quarterly financial data is as follows: For the Quarter Ended March 31 June 30 September 30 December 31 2016 Total revenues $ 20,288.5 $ 21,456.2 $ 21,403.9 $ 21,714.4 Income before income taxes 1,312.0 1,448.3 1,136.5 658.6 Net income 703.0 780.6 617.8 368.4 Basic net income per share $ 2.69 $ 2.97 $ 2.35 $ 1.40 Diluted net income per share 2.63 2.91 2.30 1.37 2015 Total revenues $ 19,051.5 $ 20,015.5 $ 19,901.6 $ 20,187.9 Income before income taxes 1,569.1 1,558.0 1,129.6 374.3 Net income 865.2 859.1 654.8 180.9 Basic net income per share $ 3.25 $ 3.27 $ 2.51 $ 0.69 Diluted net income per share 3.09 3.13 2.43 0.68

Organization (Details)

Organization (Details) medical_member in Millions	Dec. 31, 2016medical_membercountiescountystates
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]
Number of medical membership members | medical_member	39.9
Number of counties in the Kansas City area the Company does not serve | counties	30
Number of counties in the New York City metropolitan area the Company serves as an independent licensee | county	10
Number of states in which the Company is licensed to conduct insurance operations | states	50

Basis Of Presentation And Sig49

Basis Of Presentation And Significant Accounting Policies (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Basis Of Presentation And Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Customer cash	$ 157	$ 122.6
Securities Lending Transactions Initial Collateral Percentage Value	102.00%
Allowance for doubtful accounts, premium and self-funded receivables	$ 333.5	318.3
Allowance for doubtful accounts, other receivables	$ 197.6	301.2
Defined Benefit Plan, Alternative Method Used to Amortize Net Gains and Losses	We determine the expected return on plan assets using the calculated value of plan assets, which recognizes changes in the fair value of plan assets in a systematic manner over three years. We apply a corridor approach to amortize unrecognized actuarial gains or losses. Under this approach, only accumulated net actuarial gains or losses in excess of 10% of the greater of the projected benefit obligation or the fair value of plan assets are amortized over the average remaining service or lifetime of the workforce as a component of net periodic benefit cost.
Reserves for future policy benefits, maximum payable period	1 year
Employee stock purchase plan, purchase price per share as a percent of closing price	95.00%
Advertising and marketing expense	$ 246.2	313.5	$ 337
Patient Protection Affordable Care Act Health Insurance Provider Fee, annual amount to be collected by the Government through assessments to all health insurers subject to the fee	11,300	11,300	8,000
Patient Protection Affordable Care Act Health Insurance Provider Fee, amount paid	1,176.3	$ 1,207.5	$ 893.3
Patient Protection Affordable Care Act Health Insurance Provider Fee, two years from current fiscal year end	$ 14,300
Approximate percentage of revenues subject to new revenue guidance under ASC 606	6.00%
Buildings and Improvements [Member] | Minimum [Member]
Basis Of Presentation And Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Property and equipment, useful life	15 years
Buildings and Improvements [Member] | Maximum [Member]
Basis Of Presentation And Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Property and equipment, useful life	39 years
Data Processing Equipment and Computer Software [Member] | Minimum [Member]
Basis Of Presentation And Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Property and equipment, useful life	3 years
Data Processing Equipment and Computer Software [Member] | Maximum [Member]
Basis Of Presentation And Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Property and equipment, useful life	5 years
Furniture And Other Equipment [Member] | Maximum [Member]
Basis Of Presentation And Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Property and equipment, useful life	7 years

Business Acquisitions and Div50

Business Acquisitions and Divestitures (Narrative) (Details) $ / shares in Units, $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2015USD ($)	Jul. 23, 2015USD ($)$ / shares	Dec. 31, 2014USD ($)
Business Acquisition and Divestitures [Line Items]
Goodwill	$ 17,561.2	$ 17,562.2		$ 17,082
Government Business Segment [Member]
Business Acquisition and Divestitures [Line Items]
Goodwill	5,743.3	5,743.3		$ 5,263.1
Pending Acquisition of Cigna Corporation [Domain]
Business Acquisition and Divestitures [Line Items]
Number of countries and jurisdictions in which acquiree operates			30
Cash consideration per share amount | $ / shares			$ 103.40
Merger agreement per share consideration of acquirer stock to be exchanged for acquiree stock | $ / shares			0.5152
Merger Agreement Approximate Purchase Price Gross			$ 53,000
Merger Agreement Approximate Pro Forma Equity Ownership of Acquirer Shareholders			67.00%
Merger Agreement Approximate Pro Forma Equity Ownership Of Acquiree Shareholders			33.00%
Bridge facility commitment letter and joinder agreement, maximum borrowing capacity	$ 19,500
Bridge facility commitment letter and joinder agreement, maximum borrowing term	364 days
Term loan facility, maximum borrowing capacity	$ 4,000
Merger Agreement, Termination Fee	$ 1,850
Simply Healthcare [Domain] | Government Business Segment [Member]
Business Acquisition and Divestitures [Line Items]
Goodwill		474.7
Other intangible assets		$ 430
Minimum [Member] | Simply Healthcare [Domain] | Customer Relationships [Member] | Government Business Segment [Member]
Business Acquisition and Divestitures [Line Items]
Intangible assets amortization period, years		2 years
Maximum [Member] | Simply Healthcare [Domain] | Customer Relationships [Member] | Government Business Segment [Member]
Business Acquisition and Divestitures [Line Items]
Intangible assets amortization period, years		4 years

Investments (Current And Long-T

Investments (Current And Long-Term Investments, Available-For-Sale) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Investment [Line Items]
Cost or Amortized Cost	$ 18,619.7	$ 18,583.5
Gross Unrealized Gains	748.6	815
Available-for-sale Securities, Continuous Unrealized Loss Position, Less than 12 Months, Accumulated Loss	(138.5)	(321.5)
Available-for-sale Securities, Continuous Unrealized Loss Position, 12 Months or Longer, Accumulated Loss	(42.4)	(126)
Estimated Fair Value	19,187.4	18,951
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member]
Investment [Line Items]
Cost or Amortized Cost	17,516.4	17,500.4
Gross Unrealized Gains	341.3	394.4
Available-for-sale Securities, Continuous Unrealized Loss Position, Less than 12 Months, Accumulated Loss	(127.8)	(290.6)
Available-for-sale Securities, Continuous Unrealized Loss Position, 12 Months or Longer, Accumulated Loss	(42.4)	(126)
Estimated Fair Value	17,687.5	17,478.2
Non-Credit Component of Other-Than-Temporary Impairments Recognized in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income	(7.2)	(15.4)
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | United States Government Securities [Member]
Investment [Line Items]
Cost or Amortized Cost	561.7	349.5
Available-for-sale Securities, Accumulated Gross Unrealized Gain, before Tax	2.5	2
Available-for-sale Securities, Continuous Unrealized Loss Position, Less than 12 Months, Accumulated Loss	(5.7)	(1.6)
Available-for-sale Securities, Continuous Unrealized Loss Position, 12 Months or Longer, Accumulated Loss	0	0
Estimated Fair Value	558.5	349.9
Non-Credit Component of Other-Than-Temporary Impairments Recognized in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income	0	0
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Government Sponsored Securities [Member]
Investment [Line Items]
Cost or Amortized Cost	40.1	75.6
Available-for-sale Securities, Accumulated Gross Unrealized Gain, before Tax	0.3	0.5
Available-for-sale Securities, Continuous Unrealized Loss Position, Less than 12 Months, Accumulated Loss	(0.3)	(0.1)
Available-for-sale Securities, Continuous Unrealized Loss Position, 12 Months or Longer, Accumulated Loss	(0.1)	(0.1)
Estimated Fair Value	40	75.9
Non-Credit Component of Other-Than-Temporary Impairments Recognized in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income	0	0
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | States, Municipalities And Political Subdivisions, Tax-Exempt [Member]
Investment [Line Items]
Cost or Amortized Cost	6,024.6	5,976.7
Available-for-sale Securities, Accumulated Gross Unrealized Gain, before Tax	139.1	284.1
Available-for-sale Securities, Continuous Unrealized Loss Position, Less than 12 Months, Accumulated Loss	(55.2)	(4)
Available-for-sale Securities, Continuous Unrealized Loss Position, 12 Months or Longer, Accumulated Loss	(3.2)	(5.2)
Estimated Fair Value	6,105.3	6,251.6
Non-Credit Component of Other-Than-Temporary Impairments Recognized in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income	(3.8)	0
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Corporate Securities [Member]
Investment [Line Items]
Cost or Amortized Cost	8,011.7	8,209.7
Available-for-sale Securities, Accumulated Gross Unrealized Gain, before Tax	159.5	61.1
Available-for-sale Securities, Continuous Unrealized Loss Position, Less than 12 Months, Accumulated Loss	(49.5)	(267.2)
Available-for-sale Securities, Continuous Unrealized Loss Position, 12 Months or Longer, Accumulated Loss	(27.1)	(110.5)
Estimated Fair Value	8,094.6	7,893.1
Non-Credit Component of Other-Than-Temporary Impairments Recognized in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income	(3.4)	(15.4)
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities [Member]
Investment [Line Items]
Cost or Amortized Cost	1,916.9	1,724.5
Available-for-sale Securities, Accumulated Gross Unrealized Gain, before Tax	32.3	41.2
Available-for-sale Securities, Continuous Unrealized Loss Position, Less than 12 Months, Accumulated Loss	(15.3)	(7.6)
Available-for-sale Securities, Continuous Unrealized Loss Position, 12 Months or Longer, Accumulated Loss	(4.6)	(7.2)
Estimated Fair Value	1,929.3	1,750.9
Non-Credit Component of Other-Than-Temporary Impairments Recognized in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income	0	0
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities [Member]
Investment [Line Items]
Cost or Amortized Cost	216.8	407.6
Available-for-sale Securities, Accumulated Gross Unrealized Gain, before Tax	1.2	1.4
Available-for-sale Securities, Continuous Unrealized Loss Position, Less than 12 Months, Accumulated Loss	(0.3)	(4.3)
Available-for-sale Securities, Continuous Unrealized Loss Position, 12 Months or Longer, Accumulated Loss	(3.4)	(0.4)
Estimated Fair Value	214.3	404.3
Non-Credit Component of Other-Than-Temporary Impairments Recognized in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income	0	0
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Other Debt Securities [Member]
Investment [Line Items]
Cost or Amortized Cost	744.6	756.8
Available-for-sale Securities, Accumulated Gross Unrealized Gain, before Tax	6.4	4.1
Available-for-sale Securities, Continuous Unrealized Loss Position, Less than 12 Months, Accumulated Loss	(1.5)	(5.8)
Available-for-sale Securities, Continuous Unrealized Loss Position, 12 Months or Longer, Accumulated Loss	(4)	(2.6)
Estimated Fair Value	745.5	752.5
Non-Credit Component of Other-Than-Temporary Impairments Recognized in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income	0	0
Equity Securities [Member]
Investment [Line Items]
Cost or Amortized Cost	1,103.3	1,083.1
Available-for-sale Securities, Accumulated Gross Unrealized Gain, before Tax	407.3	420.6
Available-for-sale Securities, Continuous Unrealized Loss Position, Less than 12 Months, Accumulated Loss	(10.7)	(30.9)
Available-for-sale Securities, Continuous Unrealized Loss Position, 12 Months or Longer, Accumulated Loss	0	0
Estimated Fair Value	$ 1,499.9	$ 1,472.8

Investments (Aggregate Fair Val

Investments (Aggregate Fair Value And Gross Unrealized Loss Of Fixed Maturity Securities And Equity Securities In An Unrealized Loss Position) (Details) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2016USD ($)securities	Dec. 31, 2015USD ($)securities
Investment [Line Items]
Number of Securities, Less than 12 Months | securities	3,330	4,060
Estimated Fair Value, Less than 12 Months	$ 6,220.3	$ 7,327.4
Gross unrealized loss, less than 12 months	$ (138.5)	$ (321.5)
Number of Securities, 12 Months or Greater | securities	425	587
Estimated Fair Value, 12 Months or Greater	$ 816	$ 840.9
Gross unrealized loss, 12 Months or greater	(42.4)	(126)
Carrying value of fixed maturity investments that did not produce income	$ 0.5	$ 0.2
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member]
Investment [Line Items]
Number of Securities, Less than 12 Months | securities	2,878	3,268
Estimated Fair Value, Less than 12 Months	$ 5,987.2	$ 7,066.3
Gross unrealized loss, less than 12 months	$ (127.8)	$ (290.6)
Number of Securities, 12 Months or Greater | securities	425	587
Estimated Fair Value, 12 Months or Greater	$ 816	$ 840.9
Gross unrealized loss, 12 Months or greater	$ (42.4)	$ (126)
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | United States Government Securities [Member]
Investment [Line Items]
Number of Securities, Less than 12 Months | securities	51	48
Estimated Fair Value, Less than 12 Months	$ 359.9	$ 248.4
Gross unrealized loss, less than 12 months	$ (5.7)	$ (1.6)
Number of Securities, 12 Months or Greater | securities	0	2
Estimated Fair Value, 12 Months or Greater	$ 0	$ 0.9
Gross unrealized loss, 12 Months or greater	$ 0	$ 0
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Government Sponsored Securities [Member]
Investment [Line Items]
Number of Securities, Less than 12 Months | securities	18	13
Estimated Fair Value, Less than 12 Months	$ 26.4	$ 18.3
Gross unrealized loss, less than 12 months	$ (0.3)	$ (0.1)
Number of Securities, 12 Months or Greater | securities	1	6
Estimated Fair Value, 12 Months or Greater	$ 1	$ 8.2
Gross unrealized loss, 12 Months or greater	$ (0.1)	$ (0.1)
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | States, Municipalities And Political Subdivisions, Tax-Exempt [Member]
Investment [Line Items]
Number of Securities, Less than 12 Months | securities	1,022	198
Estimated Fair Value, Less than 12 Months	$ 1,849	$ 467.8
Gross unrealized loss, less than 12 months	$ (55.2)	$ (4)
Number of Securities, 12 Months or Greater | securities	28	43
Estimated Fair Value, 12 Months or Greater	$ 60.7	$ 83
Gross unrealized loss, 12 Months or greater	$ (3.2)	$ (5.2)
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Corporate Securities [Member]
Investment [Line Items]
Number of Securities, Less than 12 Months | securities	1,272	2,492
Estimated Fair Value, Less than 12 Months	$ 2,640.6	$ 4,912.3
Gross unrealized loss, less than 12 months	$ (49.5)	$ (267.2)
Number of Securities, 12 Months or Greater | securities	203	372
Estimated Fair Value, 12 Months or Greater	$ 422.8	$ 447
Gross unrealized loss, 12 Months or greater	$ (27.1)	$ (110.5)
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities [Member]
Investment [Line Items]
Number of Securities, Less than 12 Months | securities	430	298
Estimated Fair Value, Less than 12 Months	$ 905.8	$ 668.3
Gross unrealized loss, less than 12 months	$ (15.3)	$ (7.6)
Number of Securities, 12 Months or Greater | securities	114	119
Estimated Fair Value, 12 Months or Greater	$ 136.9	$ 186.3
Gross unrealized loss, 12 Months or greater	$ (4.6)	$ (7.2)
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities [Member]
Investment [Line Items]
Number of Securities, Less than 12 Months | securities	19	66
Estimated Fair Value, Less than 12 Months	$ 61.2	$ 263
Gross unrealized loss, less than 12 months	$ (0.3)	$ (4.3)
Number of Securities, 12 Months or Greater | securities	24	17
Estimated Fair Value, 12 Months or Greater	$ 60.8	$ 38.5
Gross unrealized loss, 12 Months or greater	$ (3.4)	$ (0.4)
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Other Debt Securities [Member]
Investment [Line Items]
Number of Securities, Less than 12 Months | securities	66	153
Estimated Fair Value, Less than 12 Months	$ 144.3	$ 488.2
Gross unrealized loss, less than 12 months	$ (1.5)	$ (5.8)
Number of Securities, 12 Months or Greater | securities	55	28
Estimated Fair Value, 12 Months or Greater	$ 133.8	$ 77
Gross unrealized loss, 12 Months or greater	$ (4)	$ (2.6)
Equity Securities [Member]
Investment [Line Items]
Number of Securities, Less than 12 Months | securities	452	792
Estimated Fair Value, Less than 12 Months	$ 233.1	$ 261.1
Gross unrealized loss, less than 12 months	$ (10.7)	$ (30.9)
Number of Securities, 12 Months or Greater | securities	0	0
Estimated Fair Value, 12 Months or Greater	$ 0	$ 0
Gross unrealized loss, 12 Months or greater	$ 0	$ 0

Investments (Amortized Cost And

Investments (Amortized Cost And Fair Value Of Fixed Maturity Securities, By Contractual Maturity) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Amortized Cost
Available For Sale Securities, Amortized Cost	$ 18,619.7	$ 18,583.5
Fair Value
Available for sale securities Fair Value	19,187.4	18,951
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member]
Amortized Cost
Due in one year or less, Amortized Cost	381.4
Due after one year through five years, Amortized Cost	4,821.7
Due after five years through ten years, Amortized Cost	5,629.8
Due after ten years, Amortized Cost	4,549.8
Mortgage-backed securities, Amortized Cost	2,133.7
Available For Sale Securities, Amortized Cost	17,516.4	17,500.4
Fair Value
Due in one year or less, Estimated Fair Value	381.1
Due after one year through five years, Estimated Fair Value	4,883.9
Due after five years through ten years, Estimated Fair Value	5,718.1
Due after ten years, Estimated Fair Value	4,560.8
Mortgage-backed securities, Estimated Fair Value	2,143.6
Available for sale securities Fair Value	$ 17,687.5	$ 17,478.2

Investments (Major Categories O

Investments (Major Categories Of Net Investment Income) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Investment Income [Line Items]
Investment income (loss)	$ 823.3	$ 718.8	$ 768.9
Investment expense	(43.8)	(41.2)	(44.5)
Net investment income	779.5	677.6	724.4
Fixed Maturities [Member]
Investment Income [Line Items]
Investment income (loss)	673.1	679	644.1
Equity Securities [Member]
Investment Income [Line Items]
Investment income (loss)	61.7	61.7	57.7
Cash Equivalents [Member]
Investment Income [Line Items]
Investment income (loss)	3.6	0.7	0.8
Other Investments [Member]
Investment Income [Line Items]
Investment income (loss)	$ 84.9	$ (22.6)	$ 66.3

Investments (Net Realized Inves

Investments (Net Realized Investment Gains/Losses And Net Change In Unrealized Appreciation/Depreciation In Investments) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Investment [Line Items]
Gross realized gains from sales	$ 422.6	$ 374.3	$ 304.8
Gross realized losses from sales	(202.5)	(227.2)	(64.5)
Net realized gains on investments	220.1	147.1	240.3
Other-than-temporary impairment losses recognized in income	(115.4)	(83.4)	(49)
Total change in net unrealized gains (losses) on investments	197.7	(594.7)	181.7
Deferred income tax (expense) benefit	(79.8)	210.4	(63.1)
Net change in net unrealized gains (losses) on investments	117.9	(384.3)	118.6
Net realized gains (losses) on investments, other-than-temporary impairment losses recognized in income and net change in net unrealized gains (losses) on investments	222.6	(320.6)	309.9
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member]
Investment [Line Items]
Gross realized gains from sales	209.9	135.9	198.2
Gross realized losses from sales	(152.1)	(182.1)	(50.6)
Net realized gains (losses) from sales	57.8	(46.2)	147.6
Other-than-temporary impairment losses recognized in income	(74.7)	(31.2)	(22.3)
Total change in net unrealized gains (losses) on investments	193.3	(372.9)	145.2
Equity Securities [Member]
Investment [Line Items]
Gross realized gains from sales	205.5	233.4	93.5
Gross realized losses from sales	(50)	(45.1)	(13.9)
Net realized gains (losses) from sales	155.5	188.3	79.6
Other-than-temporary impairment losses recognized in income	(22.3)	(35.6)	(13.5)
Total change in net unrealized gains (losses) on investments	6.9	(217.7)	36.5
Other Investments [Member]
Investment [Line Items]
Gross realized gains from sales	7.2	5	13.1
Gross realized losses from sales	(0.4)	0	0
Net realized gains from sales of other investments	6.8	5	13.1
Other-than-temporary impairment losses recognized in income	(18.4)	(16.6)	(13.2)
Total change in net unrealized gains (losses) on investments	$ (2.5)	$ (4.1)	$ 0

Investments (Proceeds and Reali

Investments (Proceeds and Realized Gains and Losses From Investments) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Investments [Abstract]
Proceeds	$ 11,952.3	$ 11,779.8	$ 10,255.9
Gross realized gains	422.6	374.3	304.8
Gross realized losses	$ (202.5)	$ (227.2)	$ (64.5)

Investments (Securities Lending

Investments (Securities Lending Programs) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Transfer of Certain Financial Assets Accounted for as Secured Borrowings [Line Items]
Fair value of collateral received at time of securities lending transactions	$ 1,078.9	$ 1,300.9
United States Government Securities [Member]
Transfer of Certain Financial Assets Accounted for as Secured Borrowings [Line Items]
Fair value of collateral received at time of securities lending transactions	161.6
Corporate Securities [Member]
Transfer of Certain Financial Assets Accounted for as Secured Borrowings [Line Items]
Fair value of collateral received at time of securities lending transactions	658.8
Equity Securities [Member]
Transfer of Certain Financial Assets Accounted for as Secured Borrowings [Line Items]
Fair value of collateral received at time of securities lending transactions	256.8
Other Debt Securities [Member]
Transfer of Certain Financial Assets Accounted for as Secured Borrowings [Line Items]
Fair value of collateral received at time of securities lending transactions	1.7
Maturity Overnight and Continuous [Member]
Transfer of Certain Financial Assets Accounted for as Secured Borrowings [Line Items]
Fair value of collateral received at time of securities lending transactions	995.5
Maturity Overnight and Continuous [Member] | United States Government Securities [Member]
Transfer of Certain Financial Assets Accounted for as Secured Borrowings [Line Items]
Fair value of collateral received at time of securities lending transactions	79.5
Maturity Overnight and Continuous [Member] | Corporate Securities [Member]
Transfer of Certain Financial Assets Accounted for as Secured Borrowings [Line Items]
Fair value of collateral received at time of securities lending transactions	658.8
Maturity Overnight and Continuous [Member] | Equity Securities [Member]
Transfer of Certain Financial Assets Accounted for as Secured Borrowings [Line Items]
Fair value of collateral received at time of securities lending transactions	255.5
Maturity Overnight and Continuous [Member] | Other Debt Securities [Member]
Transfer of Certain Financial Assets Accounted for as Secured Borrowings [Line Items]
Fair value of collateral received at time of securities lending transactions	1.7
Maturity Less than 30 Days [Member]
Transfer of Certain Financial Assets Accounted for as Secured Borrowings [Line Items]
Fair value of collateral received at time of securities lending transactions	26.5
Maturity Less than 30 Days [Member] | United States Government Securities [Member]
Transfer of Certain Financial Assets Accounted for as Secured Borrowings [Line Items]
Fair value of collateral received at time of securities lending transactions	25.2
Maturity Less than 30 Days [Member] | Corporate Securities [Member]
Transfer of Certain Financial Assets Accounted for as Secured Borrowings [Line Items]
Fair value of collateral received at time of securities lending transactions	0
Maturity Less than 30 Days [Member] | Equity Securities [Member]
Transfer of Certain Financial Assets Accounted for as Secured Borrowings [Line Items]
Fair value of collateral received at time of securities lending transactions	1.3
Maturity Less than 30 Days [Member] | Other Debt Securities [Member]
Transfer of Certain Financial Assets Accounted for as Secured Borrowings [Line Items]
Fair value of collateral received at time of securities lending transactions	0
Maturity 30 to 90 Days [Member]
Transfer of Certain Financial Assets Accounted for as Secured Borrowings [Line Items]
Fair value of collateral received at time of securities lending transactions	48.2
Maturity 30 to 90 Days [Member] | United States Government Securities [Member]
Transfer of Certain Financial Assets Accounted for as Secured Borrowings [Line Items]
Fair value of collateral received at time of securities lending transactions	48.2
Maturity 30 to 90 Days [Member] | Corporate Securities [Member]
Transfer of Certain Financial Assets Accounted for as Secured Borrowings [Line Items]
Fair value of collateral received at time of securities lending transactions	0
Maturity 30 to 90 Days [Member] | Equity Securities [Member]
Transfer of Certain Financial Assets Accounted for as Secured Borrowings [Line Items]
Fair value of collateral received at time of securities lending transactions	0
Maturity 30 to 90 Days [Member] | Other Debt Securities [Member]
Transfer of Certain Financial Assets Accounted for as Secured Borrowings [Line Items]
Fair value of collateral received at time of securities lending transactions	0
Maturity Greater than 90 Days [Member]
Transfer of Certain Financial Assets Accounted for as Secured Borrowings [Line Items]
Fair value of collateral received at time of securities lending transactions	8.7
Maturity Greater than 90 Days [Member] | United States Government Securities [Member]
Transfer of Certain Financial Assets Accounted for as Secured Borrowings [Line Items]
Fair value of collateral received at time of securities lending transactions	8.7
Maturity Greater than 90 Days [Member] | Corporate Securities [Member]
Transfer of Certain Financial Assets Accounted for as Secured Borrowings [Line Items]
Fair value of collateral received at time of securities lending transactions	0
Maturity Greater than 90 Days [Member] | Equity Securities [Member]
Transfer of Certain Financial Assets Accounted for as Secured Borrowings [Line Items]
Fair value of collateral received at time of securities lending transactions	0
Maturity Greater than 90 Days [Member] | Other Debt Securities [Member]
Transfer of Certain Financial Assets Accounted for as Secured Borrowings [Line Items]
Fair value of collateral received at time of securities lending transactions	$ 0

Investments (Narrative) (Detail

Investments (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Investment [Line Items]
Available-for-sale securities	$ 19,187.4	$ 18,951
Future capital calls from various third-party investments	789.1	662.3
Securities on deposit under regulatory requirements	$ 524.4	$ 558.2
Securities lending transactions, ratio of fair value of collateral on hold to fair value of securities on loan	103.00%	103.00%

Derivative Financial Instrume59

Derivative Financial Instruments (Notional Amounts, Balance Sheet Location And Estimated Fair Values Of Derivative Financial Instruments) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Derivative [Line Items]
Contractual notional amount	$ 16,834.9	$ 23,376.1
Total derivative assets	758.7	329.7
Amounts netted	(92.8)	(170.6)
Net derivative assets	665.9	159.1
Total derivative liabilities	(241.9)	(430)
Amounts netted	92.8	170.6
Net derivative liabilities	(149.1)	(259.4)
Hedging Instruments [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Contractual notional amount	1,385	1,385
Hedging Instruments [Member] | Other Assets/Other Liabilities
Derivative [Line Items]
Contractual notional amount	6,160	6,035
Total derivative assets	532.8	22.7
Total derivative liabilities	(6.7)	(91.7)
Hedging Instruments [Member] | Other Assets/Other Liabilities | Interest Rate Swaps [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Contractual notional amount	1,385	1,385
Total derivative assets	4	7
Total derivative liabilities	(0.7)	(0.8)
Hedging Instruments [Member] | Other Assets/Other Liabilities | Forward Contracts [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Contractual notional amount	4,775	4,650
Total derivative assets	528.8	15.7
Total derivative liabilities	(6)	(90.9)
Non-Hedging Instruments [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Contractual notional amount	10,674.9	17,341.1
Total derivative assets	225.9	307
Total derivative liabilities	(235.2)	(338.3)
Non-Hedging Instruments [Member] | Other Assets/Other Liabilities | Options [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Contractual notional amount	10,280.2	16,917.4
Total derivative assets	220.7	305.7
Total derivative liabilities	(233.9)	(332.1)
Non-Hedging Instruments [Member] | Equity Securities [Member] | Interest Rate Swaps [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Contractual notional amount	209.4	271.7
Total derivative assets	4.7	1.2
Total derivative liabilities	(0.2)	(6)
Non-Hedging Instruments [Member] | Equity Securities [Member] | Futures [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Contractual notional amount	185.3	152
Total derivative assets	0.5	0.1
Total derivative liabilities	$ (1.1)	$ (0.2)

Derivative Financial Instrume60

Derivative Financial Instruments (Summary Of Outstanding Fair Value Hedges) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Derivative [Line Items]
Derivative, notional amount	$ 16,834.9	$ 23,376.1
Interest Rate Swaps [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Derivative, notional amount	1,385	1,385
Interest Rate Swaps [Member] | Expiration Date August 15, 2020 [Member] | Interest Rate Received 4.350% [Member] | 2015 [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Derivative, notional amount	$ 200	200
Interest Rate Received	4.35%
Expiration Date	Aug. 15, 2020
Interest Rate Swaps [Member] | Expiration Date August 15, 2020 [Member] | Interest Rate Received 4.350% [Member] | 2014 [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Derivative, notional amount	$ 150	150
Interest Rate Received	4.35%
Expiration Date	Aug. 15, 2020
Interest Rate Swaps [Member] | Expiration Date August 15, 2020 [Member] | Interest Rate Received 4.350% [Member] | 2013 [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Derivative, notional amount	$ 10	10
Interest Rate Received	4.35%
Expiration Date	Aug. 15, 2020
Interest Rate Swaps [Member] | Expiration Date August 15, 2020 [Member] | Interest Rate Received 4.350% [Member] | 2012 [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Derivative, notional amount	$ 200	200
Interest Rate Received	4.35%
Expiration Date	Aug. 15, 2020
Interest Rate Swaps [Member] | Expiration Date January 15, 2018 [Member] | Interest Rate Received 1.875% [Member] | 2012 [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Derivative, notional amount	$ 625	625
Interest Rate Received	1.875%
Expiration Date	Jan. 15, 2018
Interest Rate Swaps [Member] | Expiration Date February 15, 2017 [Member] | Interest Rate Received 2.375% [Member] | 2012 [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Derivative, notional amount	$ 200	$ 200
Interest Rate Received	2.375%
Expiration Date	Feb. 15, 2017

Derivative Financial Instrume61

Derivative Financial Instruments (Effect Of Fair Value Hedges On Income Statement) (Details) - Interest Expense [Member] - Fixed Rate Debt [Member] - Interest Rate Swaps [Member] - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Hedge Gain Recognized	$ 8.1	$ 12.1	$ 25.5
Hedged Item Loss Recognized	$ (8.1)	$ (12.1)	$ (25.5)

Derivative Financial Instrume62

Derivative Financial Instruments (Effect Of Cash Flow Hedges On Financial Statements) (Details) - Forward Starting Pay Fixed Swaps [Member] - Cash Flow Hedging [Member] - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Interest Expense [Member]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Effective Portion Pretax Hedge Loss Recognized in Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)	$ (140.1)	$ (75.2)	$ 0
Effective Portion Hedge Loss Reclassified from Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss	(5.8)	(5.5)	(5)
Net realized gains on financial instruments [Member]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Ineffective Portion Hedge Loss Recognized	$ (7.7)	$ 0	$ 0

Derivative Financial Instrume63

Derivative Financial Instruments (Effect Of Non-Hedging Derivatives On Income Statement And Included In Net Realized Gains (Losses) On Investments) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Derivative Gain (Loss) Recognized	$ (207.5)	$ 10.4	$ (63.3)
Derivatives Embedded In Convertible Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Net realized gains on financial instruments [Member]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Derivative Gain (Loss) Recognized		(22.2)	11.6
Interest Rate Swaps [Member] | Net realized gains on financial instruments [Member]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Derivative Gain (Loss) Recognized	0.2	(1.9)	(11.6)
Options [Member] | Net realized gains on financial instruments [Member]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Derivative Gain (Loss) Recognized	(209.1)	34.6	(53.3)
Futures [Member] | Net realized gains on financial instruments [Member]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Derivative Gain (Loss) Recognized	$ 1.4	$ (0.1)	$ (10)

Derivative Financial Instrume64

Derivative Financial Instruments (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items]
Collateral posted	$ 92.4	$ 182.7
Collateral received	591.1	32.2
Cash deposits	405.3	79.9
Derivative, notional amount	16,834.9	23,376.1
Unrecognized losses for all terminated cash flow hedges included in accumulated other comprehensive loss	168.4	81.1
Cash Flow Hedging [Member]
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items]
Derivative, notional amount	4,775	4,650
Unrecognized losses for all terminated cash flow hedges included in accumulated other comprehensive loss	168.4	81.1
Total amount of amortization over the next twelve months for all cash flow hedges	9.9
Cash Flow Hedging [Member] | Expired hedge [Domain]
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items]
Derivative Notional Amount Expired	5,900
Settlement amount	745.7
Loss on Cash Flow Hedge Ineffectiveness	7.7
Derivative Instruments, Loss Recognized in Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Effective Portion	738
Cash Flow Hedging [Member] | New hedge [Domain]
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items]
Derivative Instruments, Gain Recognized in Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Effective Portion	522.8
Non-hedging Instrument [Member]
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items]
Derivative, notional amount	10,674.9	$ 17,341.1
Non-hedging Instrument [Member] | Expired hedge [Domain]
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items]
Settlement amount	$ 164.4

Fair Value (Fair Value Measurem

Fair Value (Fair Value Measurements By Level For Assets Measured At Fair Value On A Recurring Basis) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Cash equivalents	$ 1,546	$ 701
Available-for-sale securities	19,187.4	18,951
Other invested assets, current	15.8	19.1
Securities lending collateral	1,079.8	1,300.4
Total assets	22,587.7	21,301.2
Total liabilities	(241.9)	(430)
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Available-for-sale securities	17,687.5	17,478.2
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | United States Government Securities [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Available-for-sale securities	558.5	349.9
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Government Sponsored Securities [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Available-for-sale securities	40	75.9
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | States, Municipalities And Political Subdivisions, Tax-Exempt [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Available-for-sale securities	6,105.3	6,251.6
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Corporate Securities [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Available-for-sale securities	8,094.6	7,893.1
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Available-for-sale securities	1,929.3	1,750.9
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Available-for-sale securities	214.3	404.3
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Other Debt Securities [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Available-for-sale securities	745.5	752.5
Equity Securities [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Available-for-sale securities	1,499.9	1,472.8
Other Invested Assets, Current [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Other invested assets, current	15.8	19.1
Derivatives [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Derivative assets	758.7	329.7
Derivative liabilities	(241.9)	(430)
Level I [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Cash equivalents	1,546	701
Securities lending collateral	726	708.1
Total assets	4,179.8	3,165.2
Total liabilities	0	0
Level I [Member] | Fixed Maturity Securities [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Available-for-sale securities	691.8	483.2
Level I [Member] | Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | United States Government Securities [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Available-for-sale securities	558.5	349.9
Level I [Member] | Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Government Sponsored Securities [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Available-for-sale securities	0	0
Level I [Member] | Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | States, Municipalities And Political Subdivisions, Tax-Exempt [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Available-for-sale securities	0	0
Level I [Member] | Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Corporate Securities [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Available-for-sale securities	79.9	77.6
Level I [Member] | Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Available-for-sale securities	0	0
Level I [Member] | Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Available-for-sale securities	0	0
Level I [Member] | Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Other Debt Securities [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Available-for-sale securities	53.4	55.7
Level I [Member] | Equity Securities [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Available-for-sale securities	1,200.2	1,253.8
Level I [Member] | Other Invested Assets, Current [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Other invested assets, current	15.8	19.1
Level I [Member] | Derivatives [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Derivative assets	0	0
Derivative liabilities	0	0
Level II [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Cash equivalents	0	0
Securities lending collateral	353.8	592.3
Total assets	17,926.5	17,820.2
Total liabilities	(241.9)	(430)
Level II [Member] | Fixed Maturity Securities [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Available-for-sale securities	16,702.1	16,781.3
Level II [Member] | Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | United States Government Securities [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Available-for-sale securities	0	0
Level II [Member] | Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Government Sponsored Securities [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Available-for-sale securities	40	75.9
Level II [Member] | Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | States, Municipalities And Political Subdivisions, Tax-Exempt [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Available-for-sale securities	6,105.3	6,251.6
Level II [Member] | Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Corporate Securities [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Available-for-sale securities	7,775.9	7,629.3
Level II [Member] | Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Available-for-sale securities	1,917.3	1,750.9
Level II [Member] | Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Available-for-sale securities	214.3	402.4
Level II [Member] | Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Other Debt Securities [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Available-for-sale securities	649.3	671.2
Level II [Member] | Equity Securities [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Available-for-sale securities	111.9	116.9
Level II [Member] | Other Invested Assets, Current [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Other invested assets, current	0	0
Level II [Member] | Derivatives [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Derivative assets	758.7	329.7
Derivative liabilities	(241.9)	(430)
Level III [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Cash equivalents	0	0
Securities lending collateral	0	0
Total assets	481.4	315.8
Total liabilities	0	0
Level III [Member] | Fixed Maturity Securities [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Available-for-sale securities	293.6	213.7
Level III [Member] | Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | United States Government Securities [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Available-for-sale securities	0	0
Level III [Member] | Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Government Sponsored Securities [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Available-for-sale securities	0	0
Level III [Member] | Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | States, Municipalities And Political Subdivisions, Tax-Exempt [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Available-for-sale securities	0	0
Level III [Member] | Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Corporate Securities [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Available-for-sale securities	238.8	186.2
Level III [Member] | Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Available-for-sale securities	12	0
Level III [Member] | Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Available-for-sale securities	0	1.9
Level III [Member] | Fixed Maturity Securities [Member] | Other Debt Securities [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Available-for-sale securities	42.8	25.6
Level III [Member] | Equity Securities [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Available-for-sale securities	187.8	102.1
Level III [Member] | Other Invested Assets, Current [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Other invested assets, current	0	0
Level III [Member] | Derivatives [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Derivative assets	0	0
Derivative liabilities	$ 0	$ 0

Fair Value (Reconciliation Of T

Fair Value (Reconciliation Of The Beginning And Ending Balances Of Assets Measured At Fair Value On A Recurring Basis Using Level III Inputs) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation, Calculation [Roll Forward]
Beginning balance	$ 315.8	$ 202.8	$ 177.9
Gains (losses) recognized in net income	(2.2)	0.1	(5.1)
Gains (losses) recognized in accumulated other comprehensive loss/income	(3)	4.4	11.7
Purchases	397.1	214.1	94.9
Sales	(142.1)	(27.5)	(62.2)
Settlements	(58.1)	(53.2)	(15.1)
Transfers into Level III	44.7	17.9	24.8
Transfers out of Level III	(70.8)	(42.8)	(24.1)
Ending balance	481.4	315.8	202.8
Change in unrealized losses included in net income related to assets still held	(2)	(2)	(11.8)
Corporate Securities [Member]
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation, Calculation [Roll Forward]
Beginning balance	186.2	144.6	115.2
Gains (losses) recognized in net income	(2.9)	1.4	(4.4)
Gains (losses) recognized in accumulated other comprehensive loss/income	(2)	0.7	8.5
Purchases	170.2	132.6	68.9
Sales	(5.4)	(11.7)	(48)
Settlements	(56.8)	(51.6)	(11)
Transfers into Level III	6.6	4.8	24.8
Transfers out of Level III	(57.1)	(34.6)	(9.4)
Ending balance	238.8	186.2	144.6
Change in unrealized losses included in net income related to assets still held	(2)	(0.6)	(11.1)
Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities [Member]
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation, Calculation [Roll Forward]
Beginning balance	0	0	0
Gains (losses) recognized in net income	0	0	0
Gains (losses) recognized in accumulated other comprehensive loss/income	0	0	0
Purchases	4.3	0	0
Sales	0	0	0
Settlements	0	0	0
Transfers into Level III	9.3	0	0
Transfers out of Level III	(1.6)	0	0
Ending balance	12	0	0
Change in unrealized losses included in net income related to assets still held	0	0	0
Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities [Member]
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation, Calculation [Roll Forward]
Beginning balance	1.9	3.3	6.5
Gains (losses) recognized in net income	0	0	0
Gains (losses) recognized in accumulated other comprehensive loss/income	0	0	0
Purchases	0	1.1	3.6
Sales	0	(1.1)	0
Settlements	0	(1.4)	(3.7)
Transfers into Level III	0	0	0
Transfers out of Level III	(1.9)	0	(3.1)
Ending balance	0	1.9	3.3
Change in unrealized losses included in net income related to assets still held	0	0	0
Other Debt Securities [Member]
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation, Calculation [Roll Forward]
Beginning balance	25.6	6.6	14.8
Gains (losses) recognized in net income	0	0.2	0
Gains (losses) recognized in accumulated other comprehensive loss/income	(0.5)	(0.2)	0.4
Purchases	0	28.3	6.5
Sales	0	(0.9)	(3.6)
Settlements	(0.9)	(0.2)	(0.4)
Transfers into Level III	28.8	0	0
Transfers out of Level III	(10.2)	(8.2)	(11.1)
Ending balance	42.8	25.6	6.6
Change in unrealized losses included in net income related to assets still held	0	0	0
Equity Securities [Member]
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation, Calculation [Roll Forward]
Beginning balance	102.1	48.3	41.4
Gains (losses) recognized in net income	0.7	(1.5)	(0.7)
Gains (losses) recognized in accumulated other comprehensive loss/income	(0.5)	3.9	2.8
Purchases	222.6	52.1	15.9
Sales	(136.7)	(13.8)	(10.6)
Settlements	(0.4)	0	0
Transfers into Level III	0	13.1	0
Transfers out of Level III	0	0	(0.5)
Ending balance	187.8	102.1	48.3
Change in unrealized losses included in net income related to assets still held	$ 0	$ (1.4)	$ (0.7)

Fair Value (Carrying and Fair V

Fair Value (Carrying and Fair Value By Level of Financial Instruments Not Recorded At Fair Value On Consolidated Balance Sheet) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Other invested assets, long-term	$ 2,240.5	$ 2,041.1
Convertible debentures	334.1
Carrying Value [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Other invested assets, long-term	2,240.5	2,041.1
Short-term borrowings	440	540
Commercial paper	629	682.2
Notes	14,323.8	14,311.6
Convertible debentures	334.1	330.7
Estimated Fair Value [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Other invested assets, long-term	2,240.5	2,041.1
Short-term borrowings	440	540
Commercial paper	629	682.2
Notes	14,858.4	14,523.2
Convertible debentures	1,020.2	980.1
Estimated Fair Value [Member] | Level I [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Other invested assets, long-term	0	0
Short-term borrowings	0	0
Commercial paper	0	0
Notes	0	0
Convertible debentures	0	0
Estimated Fair Value [Member] | Level II [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Other invested assets, long-term	0	0
Short-term borrowings	440	540
Commercial paper	629	682.2
Notes	14,858.4	14,523.2
Convertible debentures	1,020.2	980.1
Estimated Fair Value [Member] | Level III [Member]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Other invested assets, long-term	2,240.5	2,041.1
Short-term borrowings	0	0
Commercial paper	0	0
Notes	0	0
Convertible debentures	$ 0	$ 0

Income Taxes(Components Of Defe

Income Taxes(Components Of Deferred Income Taxes) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Deferred tax assets relating to:
Retirement benefits	$ 362.9	$ 364.8
Accrued expenses	331.9	344.6
Insurance reserves	229.5	247.1
Net operating loss carryforwards	9.2	18.1
Bad debt reserves	119.6	154.8
State income tax	59.8	43.4
Deferred compensation	38.2	40.1
Investment basis difference	42.4	62.2
Other	110.5	68.4
Deferred Tax Assets, Gross	1,304	1,343.5
Deferred tax liabilities relating to:
Unrealized gains on securities	202.9	127.8
Trademarks and state Medicaid licenses	2,547.6	2,547.6
Customer, provider and hospital relationships	194.1	269.2
Internally developed software and other amortization differences	450.5	436.6
Retirement benefits	267.3	252.7
Debt discount	60.8	61.9
State deferred tax	106	36.4
Depreciation and amortization	54.1	44.2
Other	200.6	197.7
Total deferred tax liabilities	4,083.9	3,974.1
Net deferred tax liability	$ (2,779.9)	$ (2,630.6)

Income Taxes (Components Of Pro

Income Taxes (Components Of Provision For Income Taxes) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Current tax expense:
Federal	$ 1,862.6	$ 1,996.6	$ 1,629.4
State and local	93.9	133	65.8
Total current tax expense	1,956.5	2,129.6	1,695.2
Deferred tax expense (benefit)	129.1	(58.6)	112.8
Total income tax expense	$ 2,085.6	$ 2,071	$ 1,808

Income Taxes (Reconciliation Of

Income Taxes (Reconciliation Of Income Tax Expense Computed At The Statutory Federal Income Tax Rate) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
Amount at statutory rate, amount	$ 1,594.4	$ 1,620.9	$ 1,528.8
Amount at statutory rate, percent	35.00%	35.00%	35.00%
State and local income taxes net of federal tax benefit, amount	$ 61.5	$ 75.3	$ 49
State and local income taxes net of federal tax benefit, percent	1.40%	1.60%	1.10%
Tax exempt interest and dividends received deduction, amount	$ (61.7)	$ (63.2)	$ (65.9)
Tax exempt interest and dividends received deduction, percent	(1.40%)	(1.30%)	(1.50%)
Health Insurance Provider fee, amount	$ 411.7	$ 422.6	$ 312.6
Health Insurance Provider fee, percent	9.00%	9.10%	7.20%
Other, net amount	$ 79.7	$ 15.4	$ (16.5)
Other, net percent	1.80%	0.30%	(0.40%)
Total income tax expense	$ 2,085.6	$ 2,071	$ 1,808
Total income tax expense, percent	45.80%	44.70%	41.40%

Income Taxes (Change In The Car

Income Taxes (Change In The Carrying Amount Of Gross Unrecognized Tax Benefits From Uncertain Tax Positions) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Change in carrying amount of gross unrecognized tax benefits from uncertain tax positions
Balance at January 1	$ 212	$ 115.8
Additions for tax positions related to current year	0	39.8
Additions for tax positions related to prior years	13.9	65.1
Reductions related to tax positions of current year	(1.1)	0
Reductions related to tax positions of prior years	(88.4)	(7.9)
Reductions related to settlements with taxing authorities	(5.3)	(0.8)
Balance at December 31	$ 131.1	$ 212

Income Taxes (Narrative) (Detai

Income Taxes (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) $ / shares in Units, $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Income Tax Contingency [Line Items]
Income tax expense due to non-tax deductibility of the Health Insurance Provider fee payments	$ 411.7	$ 422.6	$ 312.6
Total deferred tax assets	1,304	1,343.5
Unrecognized tax benefits that would impact effective tax rate in future periods, if recognized	102.4
Unrecognized tax benefits that would impact additional paid-in capital in future periods, if recognized	2.4
Interest accrued	18.9	12.3
Net interest expense (benefit)	6.6	(1.8)	(4.2)
Unrecognized tax benefit change reasonably possible due to tax settlements - upper amount	3.1
Unrecognized tax benefit change reasonably possible due to tax settlements - lower amount	(75.1)
Federal tax net operating loss carry forwards	19
Income Taxes Paid	1,665.2	1,952.1	1,659
Health Insurance Provider fee [Member]
Income Tax Contingency [Line Items]
Income tax expense due to non-tax deductibility of the Health Insurance Provider fee payments	$ 411.7	$ 422.6	$ 312.6
Income tax expense per diluted share	$ 1.54	$ 1.55	$ 1.09
Adverse California Franchise Tax Ruling [Member]
Income Tax Contingency [Line Items]
Income tax expense as a result of an adverse franchise tax ruling		$ 42.3
Income tax expense per diluted share		$ 0.16
Latest Tax Year [Member]
Income Tax Contingency [Line Items]
Operating Loss Carryforwards, Expiration Date	Dec. 31, 2034
Earliest Tax Year [Member]
Income Tax Contingency [Line Items]
Operating Loss Carryforwards, Expiration Date	Jan. 1, 2017

Property And Equipment (Summary

Property And Equipment (Summary Of Property And Equipment) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property and equipment, gross	$ 4,139.9	$ 4,058.4
Accumulated depreciation and amortization	(2,162)	(2,038.6)
Property and equipment, net	1,977.9	2,019.8
Land and Improvements [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property and equipment, gross	21.2	21.5
Buildings and Improvements [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property and equipment, gross	215.1	216.6
Data Processing Equipment, Furniture and Other Equipment [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property and equipment, gross	1,024.5	1,046.1
Computer Software, Purchased and Internally Developed [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property and equipment, gross	2,416.7	2,344.9
Leasehold Improvements [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property and equipment, gross	$ 462.4	$ 429.3

Property And Equipment (Narrati

Property And Equipment (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Depreciation expense	$ 104	$ 105.8	$ 106.5
Amortization expense on computer software and leasehold improvements	472	409.8	367.8
Computer software amortization	411.8	366.7	329.2
Capitalized costs related to the internal development of software	2,157.2	2,024.7
Computer software impairment	25.3	$ 1.8	$ 7.9
Impairment of data processing equipment	$ 19.5

Goodwill And Other Intangible75

Goodwill And Other Intangible Assets (Summary Of The Change In The Carrying Amount Of Goodwill By Reportable Segment) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Change in the carrying amount of goodwill by reportable segment
Goodwill, Beginning Balance	$ 17,562.2	$ 17,082
Other adjustments	(1)
Acquisitions		480.2
Goodwill, Ending Balance	17,561.2	17,562.2
Accumulated impairment as of December 31	(41)
Commercial and Specialty Business [Member]
Change in the carrying amount of goodwill by reportable segment
Goodwill, Beginning Balance	11,818.9	11,818.9
Other adjustments	(1)
Acquisitions		0
Goodwill, Ending Balance	11,817.9	11,818.9
Accumulated impairment as of December 31	(41)
Government Business [Member]
Change in the carrying amount of goodwill by reportable segment
Goodwill, Beginning Balance	5,743.3	5,263.1
Other adjustments	0
Acquisitions		480.2
Goodwill, Ending Balance	5,743.3	$ 5,743.3
Accumulated impairment as of December 31	$ 0

Goodwill And Other Intangible76

Goodwill And Other Intangible Assets (Components Of Other Intangible Assets) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Gross Carrying Amount, Finite Lived Intangibles	$ 3,550.8	$ 3,636
Accumulated Amortization, Finite Lived Intangibles	(2,876.2)	(2,768.3)
Net Carrying Amount, Finite Lived Intangibles	674.6	867.7
Gross Carrying Amount, Indefinite Lived Intangibles	7,290.3	7,290.3
Net Carrying Amount, Indefinite Lived Intangibles	7,290.3	7,290.3
Gross Carrying Amount, Total Intangible Assets	10,841.1	10,926.3
Accumulated Amortization, Total Intangible Assets	(2,876.2)	(2,768.3)
Net Carrying Amount, Total Intangible Assets	7,964.9	8,158
Blue Cross And Blue Shield And Other Trademarks [Member]
Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Gross Carrying Amount, Indefinite Lived Intangibles	6,298.7	6,298.7
Net Carrying Amount, Indefinite Lived Intangibles	6,298.7	6,298.7
State Medicaid Licenses [Member]
Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Gross Carrying Amount, Indefinite Lived Intangibles	991.6	991.6
Net Carrying Amount, Indefinite Lived Intangibles	991.6	991.6
Customer Relationships [Member]
Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Gross Carrying Amount, Finite Lived Intangibles	3,310.9	3,394.4
Accumulated Amortization, Finite Lived Intangibles	(2,759.7)	(2,670)
Net Carrying Amount, Finite Lived Intangibles	551.2	724.4
Provider And Hospital Relationships [Member]
Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Gross Carrying Amount, Finite Lived Intangibles	150.5	150.9
Accumulated Amortization, Finite Lived Intangibles	(65.9)	(58.6)
Net Carrying Amount, Finite Lived Intangibles	84.6	92.3
Other [Member]
Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Gross Carrying Amount, Finite Lived Intangibles	89.4	90.7
Accumulated Amortization, Finite Lived Intangibles	(50.6)	(39.7)
Net Carrying Amount, Finite Lived Intangibles	$ 38.8	$ 51

Goodwill And Other Intangible77

Goodwill And Other Intangible Assets (Narrative) (Details) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2016USD ($)
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]
Estimated amortization expense 2017	$ 158.8
Estimated amortization expense 2018	127.9
Estimated amortization expense 2019	101
Estimated amortization expense 2020	74.9
Estimated amortization expense 2021	$ 55.9

Retirement Benefits (Reconcilia

Retirement Benefits (Reconciliation Of The Benefit Obligation) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Pension Benefits [Member]
Reconciliation of benefit obligation
Benefit obligation at beginning of year	$ 1,833.3	$ 1,914.4
Service cost	11.6	13.1	$ 13
Interest cost	68.5	68.2	74.1
Plan amendments	0	0.8
Actuarial loss (gain)	32.2	(41.2)
Benefits paid	(120.7)	(122)
Benefit obligation at end of year	1,824.9	1,833.3	1,914.4
Other Benefits [Member]
Reconciliation of benefit obligation
Benefit obligation at beginning of year	578.7	646.6
Service cost	1.6	2.1	3.2
Interest cost	22.4	23.4	26.3
Plan amendments	0	0
Actuarial loss (gain)	(4.2)	(58.1)
Benefits paid	(33.3)	(35.3)
Benefit obligation at end of year	$ 565.2	$ 578.7	$ 646.6

Retirement Benefits (Changes In

Retirement Benefits (Changes In Fair Value Of Plan Assets) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Change in fair value of plan assets
Beginning balance	$ 522.7	$ 548.3
Ending balance	524.7	522.7
Pension Benefits [Member]
Change in fair value of plan assets
Beginning balance	1,865.2	1,985
Actual return on plan assets	132.2	(1.5)
Employer contributions	11.1	3.7
Benefits paid	(120.7)	(122)
Ending balance	1,887.8	1,865.2
Other Benefits [Member]
Change in fair value of plan assets
Beginning balance	328.4	347.9
Actual return on plan assets	21.8	(1.2)
Employer contributions	14.9	17.3
Benefits paid	(33.3)	(35.6)
Ending balance	$ 331.8	$ 328.4

Retirement Benefits (Net Amount

Retirement Benefits (Net Amount Included In Consolidated Balance Sheets) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Pension Benefits [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Noncurrent assets	$ 126.7	$ 103.4
Current liabilities	(3.7)	(10.5)
Noncurrent liabilities	(60.1)	(61)
Net amount at December 31	62.9	31.9
Other Benefits [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Noncurrent assets	0	0
Current liabilities	0	0
Noncurrent liabilities	(233.4)	(250.3)
Net amount at December 31	$ (233.4)	$ (250.3)

Retirement Benefits (Net Amou81

Retirement Benefits (Net Amounts Included In Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss That Have Not Been Recognized As Components Of Net Periodic Benefit Costs) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Net actuarial loss	$ 655.8	$ 635
Prior service cost (credit)	0.5	(0.1)
Pension Benefits [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Net actuarial loss	655.8	635
Prior service cost (credit)	0.5	(0.1)
Net amount before tax at December 31	656.3	634.9
Other Benefits [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Net actuarial loss	146.6	162.7
Prior service cost (credit)	(59.7)	(73.5)
Net amount before tax at December 31	$ 86.9	$ 89.2

Retirement Benefits (Weighted-A

Retirement Benefits (Weighted-Average Assumptions Used In Calculating The Benefit Obligations For All Plans) (Details)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Pension Benefits [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Discount rate	3.77%	3.92%
Rate of compensation increase	3.00%	3.00%
Expected rate of return on plan assets	7.95%	7.84%
Other Benefits [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Discount rate	3.82%	4.01%
Rate of compensation increase	3.00%	3.00%
Expected rate of return on plan assets	7.00%	7.00%

Retirement Benefits (Components

Retirement Benefits (Components Of Net Periodic Benefit Cost (Benefit Credit) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Pension Benefits [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Service cost	$ 11.6	$ 13.1	$ 13
Interest cost	68.5	68.2	74.1
Expected return on assets	(147.1)	(143.2)	(137.5)
Recognized actuarial loss	19	25.7	21
Amortization of prior service credit	(0.6)	(0.6)	(0.8)
Settlement loss	7.3	6.5	5.2
Net periodic benefit cost (credit)	(41.3)	(30.3)	(25)
Other Benefits [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Service cost	1.6	2.1	3.2
Interest cost	22.4	23.4	26.3
Expected return on assets	(22.4)	(23.7)	(23.4)
Recognized actuarial loss	12.4	15.3	9.4
Amortization of prior service credit	(13.8)	(14.4)	(14.4)
Net periodic benefit cost (credit)	$ 0.2	$ 2.7	$ 1.1

Retirement Benefits (Weighted84

Retirement Benefits (Weighted-Average Assumptions Used In Calculating Net Periodic Benefit Cost For All Plans) (Details)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Pension Benefits [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Discount rate	3.92%	3.66%	4.39%
Rate of compensation increase	3.00%	3.00%	3.00%
Expected rate of return on plan assets	7.84%	7.62%	7.66%
Other Benefits [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Discount rate	4.01%	3.74%	4.48%
Rate of compensation increase	3.00%	3.00%	3.00%
Expected rate of return on plan assets	7.00%	7.00%	7.00%

Retirement Benefits (Fair Value

Retirement Benefits (Fair Values Of Pension Benefit Assets And Other Benefit Assets By Asset Category And Level Inputs) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	$ 524.7	$ 522.7	$ 548.3	$ 587.7
Pension Benefits [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	1,887.8	1,865.2	1,985
Pension Benefits [Member] | Level I [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	1,046.7	1,012.9
Pension Benefits [Member] | Level II [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	552.5	557.6
Pension Benefits [Member] | Level III [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	285.8	291.3
Pension Benefits [Member] | U.S. Securities [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	565.8	547.2
Pension Benefits [Member] | U.S. Securities [Member] | Level I [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	561.4	542.8
Pension Benefits [Member] | U.S. Securities [Member] | Level II [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	4.4	4.4
Pension Benefits [Member] | U.S. Securities [Member] | Level III [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	0	0
Pension Benefits [Member] | Foreign Securities [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	264.5	258.8
Pension Benefits [Member] | Foreign Securities [Member] | Level I [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	264.5	258.8
Pension Benefits [Member] | Foreign Securities [Member] | Level II [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	0	0
Pension Benefits [Member] | Foreign Securities [Member] | Level III [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	0	0
Pension Benefits [Member] | Mutual Funds [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	36.6	34.7
Pension Benefits [Member] | Mutual Funds [Member] | Level I [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	36.6	34.7
Pension Benefits [Member] | Mutual Funds [Member] | Level II [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	0	0
Pension Benefits [Member] | Mutual Funds [Member] | Level III [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	0	0
Pension Benefits [Member] | Government Securities [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	183.9	176.6
Pension Benefits [Member] | Government Securities [Member] | Level I [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	183.9	176.6
Pension Benefits [Member] | Government Securities [Member] | Level II [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	0	0
Pension Benefits [Member] | Government Securities [Member] | Level III [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	0	0
Pension Benefits [Member] | Corporate Securities [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	385.9	364
Pension Benefits [Member] | Corporate Securities [Member] | Level I [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	0	0
Pension Benefits [Member] | Corporate Securities [Member] | Level II [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	385.9	364
Pension Benefits [Member] | Corporate Securities [Member] | Level III [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	0	0
Pension Benefits [Member] | Asset-Backed Securities [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	134.7	141.1
Pension Benefits [Member] | Asset-Backed Securities [Member] | Level I [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	0	0
Pension Benefits [Member] | Asset-Backed Securities [Member] | Level II [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	134.7	141.1
Pension Benefits [Member] | Asset-Backed Securities [Member] | Level III [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	0	0
Pension Benefits [Member] | Common And Collective Trusts [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	27.5	48.1
Pension Benefits [Member] | Common And Collective Trusts [Member] | Level I [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	0	0
Pension Benefits [Member] | Common And Collective Trusts [Member] | Level II [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	27.5	48.1
Pension Benefits [Member] | Common And Collective Trusts [Member] | Level III [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	0	0
Pension Benefits [Member] | Partnership Interests [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	112.5	117.1
Pension Benefits [Member] | Partnership Interests [Member] | Level I [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	0	0
Pension Benefits [Member] | Partnership Interests [Member] | Level II [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	0	0
Pension Benefits [Member] | Partnership Interests [Member] | Level III [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	112.5	117.1
Pension Benefits [Member] | Insurance Company Contracts [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	173.3	174.2
Pension Benefits [Member] | Insurance Company Contracts [Member] | Level I [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	0	0
Pension Benefits [Member] | Insurance Company Contracts [Member] | Level II [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	0	0
Pension Benefits [Member] | Insurance Company Contracts [Member] | Level III [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	173.3	174.2
Pension Benefits [Member] | Treasury Futures Contracts [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	0.3
Pension Benefits [Member] | Treasury Futures Contracts [Member] | Level I [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	0.3
Pension Benefits [Member] | Treasury Futures Contracts [Member] | Level II [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	0
Pension Benefits [Member] | Treasury Futures Contracts [Member] | Level III [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	0
Pension Benefits [Member] | Total Plan Assets Excluding Cash, Investment Income Receivable And Amounts Due (To) From Brokers [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	1,885	1,861.8
Other Benefits [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	331.8	328.4	$ 347.9
Other Benefits [Member] | Level I [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	68.2	64.6
Other Benefits [Member] | Level II [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	24.7	32.4
Other Benefits [Member] | Level III [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	238.9	231.4
Other Benefits [Member] | U.S. Securities [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	13.2	17.1
Other Benefits [Member] | U.S. Securities [Member] | Level I [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	13	16.8
Other Benefits [Member] | U.S. Securities [Member] | Level II [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	0.2	0.3
Other Benefits [Member] | U.S. Securities [Member] | Level III [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	0	0
Other Benefits [Member] | Foreign Securities [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	5.4	7.4
Other Benefits [Member] | Foreign Securities [Member] | Level I [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	5.4	7.4
Other Benefits [Member] | Foreign Securities [Member] | Level II [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	0	0
Other Benefits [Member] | Foreign Securities [Member] | Level III [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	0	0
Other Benefits [Member] | Mutual Funds [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	47.1	36.6
Other Benefits [Member] | Mutual Funds [Member] | Level I [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	47.1	36.6
Other Benefits [Member] | Mutual Funds [Member] | Level II [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	0	0
Other Benefits [Member] | Mutual Funds [Member] | Level III [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	0	0
Other Benefits [Member] | Government Securities [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	2.7	3.8
Other Benefits [Member] | Government Securities [Member] | Level I [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	2.7	3.8
Other Benefits [Member] | Government Securities [Member] | Level II [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	0	0
Other Benefits [Member] | Government Securities [Member] | Level III [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	0	0
Other Benefits [Member] | Corporate Securities [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	7.9	9.5
Other Benefits [Member] | Corporate Securities [Member] | Level I [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	0	0
Other Benefits [Member] | Corporate Securities [Member] | Level II [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	7.9	9.5
Other Benefits [Member] | Corporate Securities [Member] | Level III [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	0	0
Other Benefits [Member] | Asset-Backed Securities [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	5.8	7.7
Other Benefits [Member] | Asset-Backed Securities [Member] | Level I [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	0	0
Other Benefits [Member] | Asset-Backed Securities [Member] | Level II [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	5.8	7.7
Other Benefits [Member] | Asset-Backed Securities [Member] | Level III [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	0	0
Other Benefits [Member] | Common And Collective Trusts [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	1	1.5
Other Benefits [Member] | Common And Collective Trusts [Member] | Level I [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	0	0
Other Benefits [Member] | Common And Collective Trusts [Member] | Level II [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	1	1.5
Other Benefits [Member] | Common And Collective Trusts [Member] | Level III [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	0	0
Other Benefits [Member] | Partnership Interests [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	1.2	1.5
Other Benefits [Member] | Partnership Interests [Member] | Level I [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	0	0
Other Benefits [Member] | Partnership Interests [Member] | Level II [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	0	0
Other Benefits [Member] | Partnership Interests [Member] | Level III [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	1.2	1.5
Other Benefits [Member] | Life Insurance Contracts [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	237.7	229.9
Other Benefits [Member] | Life Insurance Contracts [Member] | Level I [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	0	0
Other Benefits [Member] | Life Insurance Contracts [Member] | Level II [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	0	0
Other Benefits [Member] | Life Insurance Contracts [Member] | Level III [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	237.7	229.9
Other Benefits [Member] | Investment In DOL 103-12 Trust [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	9.8	13.4
Other Benefits [Member] | Investment In DOL 103-12 Trust [Member] | Level I [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	0	0
Other Benefits [Member] | Investment In DOL 103-12 Trust [Member] | Level II [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	9.8	13.4
Other Benefits [Member] | Investment In DOL 103-12 Trust [Member] | Level III [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Total pension benefit assets	$ 0	$ 0

Retirement Benefits (Reconcil86

Retirement Benefits (Reconciliation Of The Beginning And Ending Balances Of Plan Assets Measured At Fair Value Using Level III Inputs) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Change in Fair Value of Plan Assets, Level 3 Reconciliation
Beginning balance	$ 522.7	$ 548.3	$ 587.7
Actual return on plan assets, relating to assets still held at the reporting date	4.2	(18.4)	4.4
Purchases	26.7	17.9	20
Sales	(28.9)	(25.1)	(63.8)
Ending balance	524.7	522.7	548.3
Partnership Interests [Member]
Change in Fair Value of Plan Assets, Level 3 Reconciliation
Beginning balance	118.6	122.2	160.3
Actual return on plan assets, relating to assets still held at the reporting date	(3.5)	(5.9)	(5.4)
Purchases	17.8	10.9	8.4
Sales	(19.2)	(8.6)	(41.1)
Ending balance	113.7	118.6	122.2
Insurance Company Contracts [Member]
Change in Fair Value of Plan Assets, Level 3 Reconciliation
Beginning balance	174.2	187.7	197.4
Actual return on plan assets, relating to assets still held at the reporting date	(3.1)	(5.7)	1.4
Purchases	8.9	7	11.6
Sales	(6.7)	(14.8)	(22.7)
Ending balance	173.3	174.2	187.7
Life Insurance Contracts [Member]
Change in Fair Value of Plan Assets, Level 3 Reconciliation
Beginning balance	229.9	238.4	230
Actual return on plan assets, relating to assets still held at the reporting date	10.8	(6.8)	8.4
Purchases	0	0	0
Sales	(3)	(1.7)	0
Ending balance	$ 237.7	$ 229.9	$ 238.4

Retirement Benefits (Estimated

Retirement Benefits (Estimated Future Payments For Pension Benefits And Postretirement Benefits) (Details) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2016USD ($)
Pension Benefits [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
2,017	$ 157.9
2,018	154
2,019	153.1
2,020	147.8
2,021	143
2022 - 2026	637.6
Other Benefits [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
2,017	41.4
2,018	42.2
2,019	42.5
2,020	42.5
2,021	42.2
2022 - 2026	$ 197.4

Retirement Benefits (Narrative)

Retirement Benefits (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Net amount of assets (liabilities) of cash, investment income receivable and amounts due to/from brokers, excluded from fair values of pension benefit assets and other benefit assets	$ 2.8	$ 3.4
Contributions made to 401k retirement benefit plans	$ 131.5	125.4	$ 111.1
Equity Securities [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Weighted-average target allocation for plan assets	45.00%
Fixed Maturity Securities [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Weighted-average target allocation for plan assets	46.00%
All Other Investments [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Weighted-average target allocation for plan assets	9.00%
Pension Benefits [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Estimated net actuarial loss that will be reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income into net periodic benefit costs over next year	$ 18
Estimated prior service credit that will be reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income into net periodic benefit costs over next year	0.6
Accumulated benefit obligation for the defined benefit pension plans	1,821.1	1,829.6
Settlement loss	7.3	6.5	5.2
Tax deductible discretionary contributions	11.1	$ 3.7	$ 3.6
Defined Benefit Plan, Pension Plans with Accumulated Benefit Obligations in Excess of Plan Assets [Abstract]
Projected benefit obligation	100.6
Accumulated benefit obligation	98.5
Fair value of plan assets	36.8
Other Benefits [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Estimated net actuarial loss that will be reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income into net periodic benefit costs over next year	11.5
Estimated prior service credit that will be reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income into net periodic benefit costs over next year	13.6
Impact on postretirement benefit obligation of one percentage point increase in cost trend	42.2
Impact on service and interest costs of one percentage point increase in cost trend	1.8
Impact on postretirement benefit obligation of one percentage point decrease in cost trend	36.2
Impact on service and interest costs of one percentage point decrease in cost trend	$ 1.5
Other Benefits [Member] | Pre-Medicare [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Assumed health care cost trend rate to be used for next year to measure expected cost of other benefits	8.00%
Ultimate health care cost trend rate	4.50%
Year in which ultimate trend rate reached	2,028
Other Benefits [Member] | Post-Medicare [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Assumed health care cost trend rate to be used for next year to measure expected cost of other benefits	6.00%
Ultimate health care cost trend rate	4.50%
Year in which ultimate trend rate reached	2,024

Medical Claims Payable (Reconci

Medical Claims Payable (Reconciliation Of The Beginning And Ending Balances For Medical Claims Payable) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Medical Claims Payable [Line Items]
Gross medical claims payable, beginning of year	$ 7,569.8	$ 6,861.2	$ 6,127.2
Ceded medical claims payable, beginning of year	(645.6)	(767.4)	(23.4)
Net medical claims payable, beginning of year	6,924.2	6,093.8	6,103.8
Business combinations and purchase adjustments		121.8
Net incurred medical claims in current year	66,371.4	60,708.4	56,305.8
Net incurred medical claims in prior years redundancies	(850.4)	(800.2)	(541.9)
Total net incurred medical claims	65,521	59,908.2	55,763.9
Net payments attributable to current year medical claims	59,156.6	54,067.7	50,353.9
Net payments attributable to prior years medical claims	5,935.1	5,131.9	5,420
Total net payments	65,091.7	59,199.6	55,773.9
Net medical claims payable, end of year	7,353.5	6,924.2	6,093.8
Ceded medical claims payable, end of year	539.1	645.6	767.4
Gross medical claims payable, end of year	7,892.6	7,569.8	6,861.2
Commercial and Specialty Business Segment [Member]
Medical Claims Payable [Line Items]
Gross medical claims payable, beginning of year	3,396.1	3,541.4	3,129.9
Ceded medical claims payable, beginning of year	(635.7)	(762.5)	(21.7)
Net medical claims payable, beginning of year	2,760.4	2,778.9	3,108.2
Business combinations and purchase adjustments		0
Net incurred medical claims in current year	27,797.3	26,798.5	27,708.1
Net incurred medical claims in prior years redundancies	(466.5)	(480.3)	(239.5)
Total net incurred medical claims	27,330.8	26,318.2	27,468.6
Net payments attributable to current year medical claims	25,119.3	24,145.7	25,016.9
Net payments attributable to prior years medical claims	2,226.2	2,191	2,781
Total net payments	27,345.5	26,336.7	27,797.9
Net medical claims payable, end of year	2,745.7	2,760.4	2,778.9
Ceded medical claims payable, end of year	521.3	635.7	762.5
Gross medical claims payable, end of year	3,267	3,396.1	3,541.4
Government Business Segment [Member]
Medical Claims Payable [Line Items]
Gross medical claims payable, beginning of year	4,173.7	3,319.8	2,997.3
Ceded medical claims payable, beginning of year	(9.9)	(4.9)	(1.7)
Net medical claims payable, beginning of year	4,163.8	3,314.9	2,995.6
Business combinations and purchase adjustments		121.8
Net incurred medical claims in current year	38,574.1	33,909.9	28,597.7
Net incurred medical claims in prior years redundancies	(383.9)	(319.9)	(302.4)
Total net incurred medical claims	38,190.2	33,590	28,295.3
Net payments attributable to current year medical claims	34,037.3	29,922	25,337
Net payments attributable to prior years medical claims	3,708.9	2,940.9	2,639
Total net payments	37,746.2	32,862.9	27,976
Net medical claims payable, end of year	4,607.8	4,163.8	3,314.9
Ceded medical claims payable, end of year	17.8	9.9	4.9
Gross medical claims payable, end of year	$ 4,625.6	$ 4,173.7	$ 3,319.8

Medical Claims Payable ((Favora

Medical Claims Payable ((Favorable) Unfavorable Developments By Changes In Key Assumptions) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Medical Claims Payable [Abstract]
Assumed trend factors	$ (591.3)	$ (467.9)	$ (399.5)
Assumed completion factors	(259.1)	(332.3)	(142.4)
Total	$ (850.4)	$ (800.2)	$ (541.9)

Medical Claims Payable (Recon91

Medical Claims Payable (Reconciliation of Net Incurred Medical Claims to Benefit Expense) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Reconciliation of Net Incurred Medical Claims to Benefit Expense [Line Items]
Net incurred medical claims	$ 65,521	$ 59,908.2	$ 55,763.9
Quality Improvement And Other Claims Expense	1,313.4	1,208.7	1,091
Benefit expense	66,834.4	61,116.9	56,854.9
Commercial and Specialty Business Segment [Member]
Reconciliation of Net Incurred Medical Claims to Benefit Expense [Line Items]
Net incurred medical claims	27,330.8	26,318.2	27,468.6
Government Business Segment [Member]
Reconciliation of Net Incurred Medical Claims to Benefit Expense [Line Items]
Net incurred medical claims	$ 38,190.2	$ 33,590	$ 28,295.3

Medical Claims Payable (Incurre

Medical Claims Payable (Incurred and Paid Claims Development, Net of Reinsurance) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Incurred And Paid Claims Development, Net Of Reinsurance [Line Items]
Cumulative incurred claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance	$ 187,296.9
Cumulative paid claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance	179,943.4
Commercial and Specialty Business Segment [Member]
Incurred And Paid Claims Development, Net Of Reinsurance [Line Items]
Cumulative incurred claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance	84,225.7
Cumulative paid claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance	81,480
Commercial and Specialty Business Segment [Member] | Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Claim Year 2014 and Prior [Member]
Incurred And Paid Claims Development, Net Of Reinsurance [Line Items]
Cumulative incurred claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance	30,121.8	$ 30,096.5	$ 30,576.8
Cumulative paid claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance	30,095.6	29,988.9	27,797.9
Commercial and Specialty Business Segment [Member] | Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Claim Year 2015 [Member]
Incurred And Paid Claims Development, Net Of Reinsurance [Line Items]
Cumulative incurred claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance	26,306.6	26,798.5
Cumulative paid claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance	26,265.1	24,145.7
Commercial and Specialty Business Segment [Member] | Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Claim Year 2016 [Member]
Incurred And Paid Claims Development, Net Of Reinsurance [Line Items]
Cumulative incurred claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance	27,797.3
Cumulative paid claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance	25,119.3
Government Business Segment [Member]
Incurred And Paid Claims Development, Net Of Reinsurance [Line Items]
Cumulative incurred claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance	103,071.2
Cumulative paid claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance	98,463.4
Government Business Segment [Member] | Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Claim Year 2014 and Prior [Member]
Incurred And Paid Claims Development, Net Of Reinsurance [Line Items]
Cumulative incurred claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance	30,911.5	30,971	31,290.9
Cumulative paid claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance	30,906	30,916.9	$ 27,976
Government Business Segment [Member] | Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Claim Year 2015 [Member]
Incurred And Paid Claims Development, Net Of Reinsurance [Line Items]
Cumulative incurred claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance	33,585.6	33,909.9
Cumulative paid claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance	33,520.2	$ 29,800.3
Government Business Segment [Member] | Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Claim Year 2016 [Member]
Incurred And Paid Claims Development, Net Of Reinsurance [Line Items]
Cumulative incurred claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance	38,574.1
Cumulative paid claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance	$ 34,037.2

Medical Claims Payable (Recon93

Medical Claims Payable (Reconciliation Of The Claims Development To The Claims Liability) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
Reconciliation Of The Claims Development To The Claims Liability [Line Items]
Cumulative incurred claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance	$ 187,296.9
Cumulative paid claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance	179,943.4
Net medical claims payable, end of year	7,353.5	$ 6,924.2	$ 6,093.8	$ 6,103.8
Ceded medical claims payable, end of year	539.1
Total gross medical claims payable, end of year	7,892.6	7,569.8	6,861.2	6,127.2
Commercial and Specialty Business Segment [Member]
Reconciliation Of The Claims Development To The Claims Liability [Line Items]
Cumulative incurred claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance	84,225.7
Cumulative paid claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance	81,480
Net medical claims payable, end of year	2,745.7	2,760.4	2,778.9	3,108.2
Ceded medical claims payable, end of year	521.3
Total gross medical claims payable, end of year	3,267	3,396.1	3,541.4	3,129.9
Government Business Segment [Member]
Reconciliation Of The Claims Development To The Claims Liability [Line Items]
Cumulative incurred claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance	103,071.2
Cumulative paid claims and allocated claim adjustment expenses, net of reinsurance	98,463.4
Net medical claims payable, end of year	4,607.8	4,163.8	3,314.9	2,995.6
Ceded medical claims payable, end of year	17.8
Total gross medical claims payable, end of year	$ 4,625.6	$ 4,173.7	$ 3,319.8	$ 2,997.3

Medical Claims Payable (Narrati

Medical Claims Payable (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Accident Year [Line Items]
Net incurred medical claims in prior years redundancies	$ (850.4)	$ (800.2)	$ (541.9)
Commercial and Specialty Business Segment [Member]
Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Accident Year [Line Items]
Net incurred medical claims in prior years redundancies	(466.5)	(480.3)	(239.5)
Commercial and Specialty Business Segment [Member] | Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Claim Year 2014 and Prior [Member]
Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Accident Year [Line Items]
Short-duration Insurance Contracts Incurred But Not Reported IBNR Claims Liability, Net	$ 26.2
Short-duration Insurance Contracts number of reported claims	131.6
Commercial and Specialty Business Segment [Member] | Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Claim Year 2015 [Member]
Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Accident Year [Line Items]
Short-duration Insurance Contracts Incurred But Not Reported IBNR Claims Liability, Net	$ 41.5
Short-duration Insurance Contracts number of reported claims	118.6
Commercial and Specialty Business Segment [Member] | Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Claim Year 2016 [Member]
Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Accident Year [Line Items]
Short-duration Insurance Contracts Incurred But Not Reported IBNR Claims Liability, Net	$ 2,678
Short-duration Insurance Contracts number of reported claims	111.2
Government Business Segment [Member]
Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Accident Year [Line Items]
Net incurred medical claims in prior years redundancies	$ (383.9)	$ (319.9)	$ (302.4)
Government Business Segment [Member] | Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Claim Year 2014 and Prior [Member]
Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Accident Year [Line Items]
Short-duration Insurance Contracts Incurred But Not Reported IBNR Claims Liability, Net	$ 5.5
Short-duration Insurance Contracts number of reported claims	193
Government Business Segment [Member] | Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Claim Year 2015 [Member]
Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Accident Year [Line Items]
Short-duration Insurance Contracts Incurred But Not Reported IBNR Claims Liability, Net	$ 65.4
Short-duration Insurance Contracts number of reported claims	189
Government Business Segment [Member] | Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Claim Year 2016 [Member]
Short-duration Insurance Contracts, Accident Year [Line Items]
Short-duration Insurance Contracts Incurred But Not Reported IBNR Claims Liability, Net	$ 4,536.9
Short-duration Insurance Contracts number of reported claims	193.6

Debt (Carrying Value Of Long-Te

Debt (Carrying Value Of Long-Term Debt) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Oct. 09, 2012
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Long-term debt	$ 15,286.9	$ 15,324.5
Current portion of long-term debt	(928.4)	0
Long-term debt, less current portion	14,358.5	15,324.5
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 2.375%, due 2017 [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Long-term debt	$ 400.1	$ 399.9
Interest rate on long-term debt	2.375%	2.375%
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 5.875%, due 2017 [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Long-term debt	$ 528.3	$ 527.6
Interest rate on long-term debt	5.875%	5.875%
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 1.875%, due 2018 [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Long-term debt	$ 624.3	$ 621.9
Interest rate on long-term debt	1.875%	1.875%
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 2.300%, due 2018 [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Long-term debt	$ 647.5	$ 645.9
Interest rate on long-term debt	2.30%	2.30%
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 2.250%, due 2019 [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Long-term debt	$ 845.6	$ 843.9
Interest rate on long-term debt	2.25%	2.25%
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 7.000%, due 2019 [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Long-term debt	$ 439.4	$ 438.9
Interest rate on long-term debt	7.00%	7.00%
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 4.350%, due 2020 [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Long-term debt	$ 700	$ 702.9
Interest rate on long-term debt	4.35%	4.35%
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 3.700%, due 2021 [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Long-term debt	$ 696.9	$ 696.2
Interest rate on long-term debt	3.70%	3.70%
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 3.125%, due 2022 [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Long-term debt	$ 843.8	$ 842.7
Interest rate on long-term debt	3.125%	3.125%
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 3.300%, due 2023 [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Long-term debt	$ 993.3	$ 992.2
Interest rate on long-term debt	3.30%	3.30%
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 3.500%, due 2024 [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Long-term debt	$ 791.9	$ 790.9
Interest rate on long-term debt	3.50%	3.50%
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 5.950%, due 2034 [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Long-term debt	$ 444.7	$ 444.5
Interest rate on long-term debt	5.95%	5.95%
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 5.850%, due 2036 [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Long-term debt	$ 768.3	$ 768
Interest rate on long-term debt	5.85%	5.85%
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 6.375%, due 2037 [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Long-term debt	$ 639.9	$ 639.6
Interest rate on long-term debt	6.375%	6.375%
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 5.800%, due 2040 [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Long-term debt	$ 193.9	$ 193.8
Interest rate on long-term debt	5.80%	5.80%
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 4.625%, due 2042 [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Long-term debt	$ 886.3	$ 885.8
Interest rate on long-term debt	4.625%	4.625%
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 4.650%, due 2043 [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Long-term debt	$ 985.9	$ 985.5
Interest rate on long-term debt	4.65%	4.65%
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 4.650%, due 2044 [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Long-term debt	$ 790.8	$ 790.5
Interest rate on long-term debt	4.65%	4.65%
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 5.100%, due 2044 [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Long-term debt	$ 593.6	$ 593.3
Interest rate on long-term debt	5.10%	5.10%
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 4.850%, due 2054 [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Long-term debt	$ 246.8	$ 246.6
Interest rate on long-term debt	4.85%	4.85%
Remarketable Subordinated Notes [Member] | 1.900%, Due 2028 [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Long-term debt	$ 1,237.6	$ 1,236.1
Interest rate on long-term debt	1.90%	1.90%
Senior Convertible Debentures [Member] | 2.750%, due 2042 [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Long-term debt	$ 334.1	$ 330.7
Interest rate on long-term debt	2.75%	2.75%	2.75%
Surplus Notes [Member] | 9.000%, due 2027 [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Long-term debt	$ 24.9	$ 24.9
Interest rate on long-term debt	9.00%	9.00%
Commercial Paper [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Commercial paper	$ 629	$ 682.2

Debt (Convertible Debenture Ter

Debt (Convertible Debenture Terms) (Details) $ / shares in Units, $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016USD ($)$ / shares
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]
Outstanding principal amount	$ 513.4
Unamortized debt discount	173.6
Net debt carrying amount	334.1
Equity Component carrying amount	$ 186.1
Conversion rate (shares of common stock per $1,000 of principal amount)	13.6368
Effective conversion price (per $1,000 of principal amount) per share | $ / shares	$ 73.3306

Debt (Narrative) (Details)

Debt (Narrative) (Details) $ / shares in Units, shares in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016USD ($)$ / sharesshares	Dec. 31, 2015USD ($)shares	Dec. 31, 2014USD ($)	Jan. 23, 2017USD ($)	Sep. 10, 2015USD ($)	Oct. 09, 2012USD ($)	Oct. 02, 2012$ / shares
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
(Gain) loss on extinguishment of debt	$ 0	$ (9,300,000)	$ 81,100,000
Long-term debt face amount	513,400,000
Senior revolving credit facility, maximum borrowing capacity	$ 3,500,000,000
Senior revolving credit facility, maturity date	Aug. 25, 2020
Long-term debt	$ 15,286,900,000	15,324,500,000
Interest paid	594,900,000	604,000,000	575,900,000
Future maturities of debt in 2017	1,557,400,000
Future maturities of debt in 2018	1,271,800,000
Future maturities of debt in 2019	1,285,000,000
Future maturities of debt in 2020	700,000,000
Future maturities of debt in 2021	696,900,000
Future maturities of debt Thereafter	$ 9,775,800,000
Convertible Debt [Abstract]
Debt Instrument, Convertible, Conversion Ratio, Shares	13.6368
Debt Instrument, Convertible, Conversion Price | $ / shares	$ 73.3306
Repayments of Long-term Debt	$ 0	2,697,200,000	$ 1,730,100,000
Bridge Loan [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Bridge facility obtainment fees incurred		106,600,000
Interest expense	104,000,000	36,800,000
Bridge Loan	$ 22,500,000,000
Bridge Loan [Member] | Subsequent Event [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Bridge Loan				$ 19,500,000,000
Unamortized bridge facility extension fee				$ 97,500,000
Senior Convertible Debentures [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
(Gain) loss on extinguishment of debt		(12,700,000)
Convertible Debt [Abstract]
Repurchased Face Amount		920,000,000
Aggregate principal amount of convertible debentures surrendered for conversion		66,600,000
Repayments of Long-term Debt		2,055,700,000
Other senior unsecured notes [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Early repayment of senior debt		16,200,000
(Gain) loss on extinguishment of debt		3,400,000
Convertible Debt [Abstract]
Repurchased Face Amount		$ 13,000,000
Equity Unit Purchase Agreements [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Equity Units Issued | shares	25	25
Long-term debt face amount	$ 1,250,000,000	$ 1,250,000,000
Equity Unit Stated Value Per Unit		50
Proceeds from Issuance of Subordinated Long-term Debt		1,228,800,000
Forward Contract Indexed to Issuer's Equity, Settlement Alternatives	On May 1, 2018, if the applicable market value of our common stock is equal to or greater than $207.6487 per share, the settlement rate will be 0.2406 shares of our common stock. If the applicable market value of our common stock is less than $207.6487 per share but greater than $143.7568 per share, the settlement rate will be a number of shares of our common stock equal to $50 (whole dollars) divided by the applicable market value of our common stock. If the applicable market value of common stock is less than or equal to $143.7568 per share, the settlement rate will be 0.3479 shares of our common stock. Holders of the Equity Units may elect early settlement at a minimum settlement rate of 0.2406 shares of our common stock for each purchase contract being settled.
Stock purchase contract liability, present value	$ 62,000,000	$ 102,300,000
Equity units contract adjustment payment rate	3.35%	3.35%
Remarketable Subordinated Notes [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Equity Units Ownership Interest Percentage In Remarketable Subordinated Notes	5.00%	5.00%
Long-term Debt, Percentage Bearing Fixed Interest, Percentage Rate	1.90%	1.90%
Commercial Paper [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Commercial paper authorized	$ 2,500,000,000
Commercial paper	$ 629,000,000	$ 682,200,000
Weighted average interest rate on commercial paper borrowings	0.9715%	0.705%
Senior Convertible Debentures [Member] | 2.750%, due 2042 [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Debt instrument interest rate	2.75%
Long-term debt face amount						$ 1,500,000,000
Long-term Debt, Percentage Bearing Fixed Interest, Percentage Rate	2.75%	2.75%				2.75%
Maturity date on long-term debt	Oct. 15, 2042
Long-term debt	$ 334,100,000	$ 330,700,000
Interest expense	$ 17,300,000	32,500,000
Remaining amortization period debt discount	26 years
Effective interest rate for unamortized debt discount	5.13%
Interest expense resulting from the stated interest rate	$ 14,100,000	26,600,000
Interest expense resulting from amortization of the debt discount	$ 3,200,000	5,900,000
Convertible Debt [Abstract]
Number of trading days in 30 day period greater than 130%	20 days
Number of trading days exceeding 130%	30 days
Product of Conversion to Stock Price	130.00%
Required days trading price less than 98%	5 days
Measurement Period for testing	10 days
Percent of Conversion Price to Closing Price	98.00%
Earliest Date for Conversion	Apr. 15, 2042
Date debentures redeemable at our option	Oct. 20, 2022
Conversion premium (%)							25.00%
Closing Price Company Stock | $ / shares	$ 143.77						$ 60.46
If-converted value per dollar above the conversion price	$ 493,200,000
Debt Instrument, Convertible, Conversion Ratio, Shares	13.2319
Debt Instrument, Convertible, Conversion Price | $ / shares							$ 75.575
Senior Unsecured Notes [Member] | 1.250%, due 2015 [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Repurchased face amount					$ 625,000,000
Long-term Debt, Percentage Bearing Fixed Interest, Percentage Rate					1.25%
Federal Home Loan Bank Advances [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Short-term FHLB borrowings outstanding	$ 440,000,000	$ 540,000,000
Debt instrument interest rate	0.643%	0.424%

Commitments And Contingencies (

Commitments And Contingencies (Details) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016USD ($)class_actions	Dec. 31, 2015USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2014USD ($)
Commitments And Contingencies [Line Items]
California gross premium tax rate	2.35%
Proceeds from Divestiture of Businesses	$ 0	$ 0	$ 740
Accenture LLP [Member]
Commitments And Contingencies [Line Items]
Long-term purchase commitment, amount	168
International Business Machines Corporation [Member]
Commitments And Contingencies [Line Items]
Long-term purchase commitment, amount	$ 349
In re WellPoint, Inc. (n/k/a Anthem, Inc.) Out-of-Network UCR Rates Litigation [Member]
Commitments And Contingencies [Line Items]
Number of putative class actions consolidated into a single lawsuit | class_actions	11
Anthem, Inc. v. Express Scripts, Inc. [Member]
Commitments And Contingencies [Line Items]
Excess pricing assertion, remaining term of the agreement	$ 13,000
Excess pricing assertion, post-termination transition period	1,800
Loss Contingency, Damages Sought, Value	158
Proceeds from Divestiture of Businesses	4,675
General proceedings [Member]
Commitments And Contingencies [Line Items]
Possible losses, in excess of established reserves, minimum	0
Possible losses, in excess of established reserves, maximum	250
Penn Treaty [Member]
Commitments And Contingencies [Line Items]
Possible losses, in excess of established reserves, minimum	190
Possible losses, in excess of established reserves, maximum	$ 220

Capital Stock (Summary Of Stock

Capital Stock (Summary Of Stock Option Activity) (Details) $ / shares in Units, shares in Millions, $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016USD ($)$ / sharesshares
Number of Shares
Outstanding at beginning of period, Number of Shares | shares	6
Granted, Number of Shares | shares	1.4
Exercised, Number of Shares | shares	(1.5)
Forfeited or expired, Number of Shares | shares	(0.3)
Outstanding at end of period, Number of Shares | shares	5.6
Exercisable at end of period, Number of Shares | shares	3.7
Weighted-Average Option Price per Share
Outstanding at beginning of period, Weighted-Average Option Price per Share | $ / shares	$ 87.23
Granted, Weighted-Average Option Price per Share | $ / shares	131.84
Exercised, Weighted-Average Option Price per Share | $ / shares	64.39
Forfeited or expired, Weighted-Average Option Price per Share | $ / shares	118.58
Outstanding at end of period, Weighted-Average Option Price per Share | $ / shares	102.80
Exercisable at end of period, Weighted-Average Option Price per Share | $ / shares	$ 88.04
Outstanding at end of period, Weighted-Average Remaining Contractual Life	5 years 2 months 7 days
Exercisable at end of period, Weighted-Average Remaining Contractual Life	3 years 7 months 12 days
Outstanding at end of period, Aggregate Intrinsic Value | $	$ 234
Exercisable at end of period, Aggregate Intrinsic Value | $	$ 207.8

Capital Stock (Nonvested Restri

Capital Stock (Nonvested Restricted Stock Activity Including Restricted Stock Units) (Details) - $ / shares shares in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Restricted Stock Shares and Units
Nonvested at beginning of period, Restricted Stock Shares and Units	2.7
Granted, Restricted Stock Shares and Units	1.1
Vested, Restricted Stock Shares and Units	(1.4)
Forfeited, Restricted Stock Shares and Units	(0.3)
Nonvested at end of period, Restricted Stock Shares and Units	2.1	2.7
Weighted-Average Grant Date Fair Value per Share
Nonvested at beginning of period, Weighted-Average Grant Date Fair Value per Share	$ 101.66
Granted, Weighted-Average Grant Date Fair Value per Share	131.81	$ 147	$ 90.53
Vested, Weighted-Average Grant Date Fair Value per Share	82.26
Forfeited, Weighted-Average Grant Date Fair Value Per Share	119.94
Nonvested at end of period, Weighted-Average Grant Date Fair Value per Share	$ 127.68	$ 101.66

Capital Stock (Weighted-Average

Capital Stock (Weighted-Average Assumptions Used to Estimate the Fair Value of Options Granted) (Details)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Capital [Abstract]
Risk-free interest rate	1.76%	1.96%	2.16%
Volatility factor	32.00%	31.00%	35.00%
Dividend yield (annual)	2.00%	1.70%	2.00%
Weighted-average expected life (years)	4 years 1 month 6 days	4 years	3 years 9 months

Capital Stock (Weighted-Aver102

Capital Stock (Weighted-Average Fair Values) (Details) - $ / shares	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Capital [Abstract]
Options granted during the year	$ 30.56	$ 33.97	$ 22.41
Restricted stock and stock awards granted during the year	$ 131.81	$ 147	$ 90.53

Capital Stock (Cash Dividend Ac

Capital Stock (Cash Dividend Activity) (Details) - USD ($) $ / shares in Units, $ in Millions	3 Months Ended								12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Sep. 30, 2016	Jun. 30, 2016	Mar. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Sep. 30, 2015	Jun. 30, 2015	Mar. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Dividends, Cash [Abstract]
Declaration Date	Nov. 1, 2016	Jul. 26, 2016	Apr. 26, 2016	Feb. 18, 2016	Oct. 27, 2015	Jul. 28, 2015	Apr. 28, 2015	Jan. 27, 2015
Record Date	Dec. 5, 2016	Sep. 9, 2016	Jun. 10, 2016	Mar. 10, 2016	Dec. 4, 2015	Sep. 10, 2015	Jun. 10, 2015	Mar. 10, 2015
Payment Date	Dec. 21, 2016	Sep. 26, 2016	Jun. 24, 2016	Mar. 25, 2016	Dec. 21, 2015	Sep. 25, 2015	Jun. 25, 2015	Mar. 25, 2015
Cash Dividend per Share	$ 0.6500	$ 0.6500	$ 0.6500	$ 0.6500	$ 0.6250	$ 0.6250	$ 0.6250	$ 0.6250
Total	$ 171.3	$ 171.1	$ 170.9	$ 170.7	$ 163.1	$ 163	$ 163.9	$ 166.6	$ 684	$ 656.6	$ 480.7

Capital Stock (Share Repurchase

Capital Stock (Share Repurchases) (Details) - USD ($) $ / shares in Units, shares in Millions, $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2016
Equity, Class of Treasury Stock [Line Items]
Shares repurchased	10.4
Average price per share	$ 145.50
Aggregate cost	$ 1,515.8	$ 2,998.8
Authorization remaining at the end of each period	$ 4,175.9		$ 4,175.9

Capital Stock (Narrative) (Deta

Capital Stock (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) $ / shares in Units, shares in Millions

1 Months Ended

3 Months Ended

12 Months Ended

Mar. 24, 2017

Dec. 31, 2016

Sep. 30, 2016

Jun. 30, 2016

Mar. 31, 2016

Dec. 31, 2015

Sep. 30, 2015

Jun. 30, 2015

Mar. 31, 2015

Dec. 31, 2016

Dec. 31, 2015

Dec. 31, 2014

Feb. 22, 2017

Oct. 02, 2014

Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Allocation of Recognized Period Costs [Line Items]

Share-based compensation cost

$ 164,600,000

$ 148,200,000

$ 168,900,000

Tax benefit from share-based compensation expense

$ 60,500,000

$ 53,700,000

60,700,000

Employee stock purchase plan, purchase price per share as a percent of closing price

95.00%

Increase in stock repurchase program authorization

$ 5,000,000,000

Accelerated share repurchase program, shares repurchased

10.4

Outstanding principal amount

$ 513,400,000

$ 513,400,000

Dividends Payable, Date to be Paid

Dec. 21, 2016

Sep. 26, 2016

Jun. 24, 2016

Mar. 25, 2016

Dec. 21, 2015

Sep. 25, 2015

Jun. 25, 2015

Mar. 25, 2015

Dividends Payable, Date of Record

Dec. 5, 2016

Sep. 9, 2016

Jun. 10, 2016

Mar. 10, 2016

Dec. 4, 2015

Sep. 10, 2015

Jun. 10, 2015

Mar. 10, 2015

Stock Repurchase Program, Remaining Authorized Repurchase Amount

$ 4,175,900,000

$ 4,175,900,000

$ 4,175,900,000

$ 4,175,900,000

Incentive Compensation Plan [Member]

Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Allocation of Recognized Period Costs [Line Items]

Number of registered shares for issuance

60.1

60.1

Number of shares available for future issuance

15

15

Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) [Member]

Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Allocation of Recognized Period Costs [Line Items]

Fair value of shares vested

$ 184,900,000

257,200,000

174,000,000

Approximate number of performance restricted stock units granted

0.5

Unrecognized compensation cost

$ 111,700,000

$ 111,700,000

Weighted-average remaining requisite service period

15 months

Stock Option [Member]

Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Allocation of Recognized Period Costs [Line Items]

Stock incentive plan vesting period, years

3 years

Stock option term, years

10 years

Intrinsic value of options exercised

$ 103,000,000

188,100,000

156,700,000

Tax benefit from stock option exercises and disqualifying dispositions

37,900,000

68,000,000

53,200,000

Cash received from exercise of stock options

95,400,000

$ 162,200,000

$ 283,600,000

Unrecognized compensation cost

$ 17,700,000

$ 17,700,000

Weighted-average remaining requisite service period

11 months

Subsequent Event [Member]

Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Allocation of Recognized Period Costs [Line Items]

Dividends Payable, Amount Per Share

$ 0.6500

Dividends Payable, Date to be Paid

Mar. 24, 2017

Dividends Payable, Date of Record

Mar. 10, 2017

Employee Stock Purchase Plan [Member]

Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Allocation of Recognized Period Costs [Line Items]

Number of registered shares for issuance

14

14

Number of shares available for future issuance

5.6

5.6

Maximum amount of stock employees are permitted to purchase per calender year (whole dollars)

$ 25,000

Payroll deductions, percent of gross compensation, minimum

1.00%

1.00%

Payroll deductions, percent of gross compensation, maximum

15.00%

15.00%

Employee stock purchase plan, purchase price per share as a percent of closing price

95.00%

Stock Issued During Period, Shares

0.2

Equity Unit Purchase Agreements [Member]

Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Allocation of Recognized Period Costs [Line Items]

Equity Units Issued

25

25

Outstanding principal amount

$ 1,250,000,000

$ 1,250,000,000

$ 1,250,000,000

$ 1,250,000,000

Put Option [Member]

Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Allocation of Recognized Period Costs [Line Items]

Accelerated share repurchase program, shares repurchased

0.7

Average price per share

$ 143.89

$ 143.89

Option Indexed to Issuer's Equity, Shares

5.3

Options Expired Unexercised

4.6

Call Option [Member]

Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Allocation of Recognized Period Costs [Line Items]

Accelerated share repurchase program, shares repurchased

2.1

Average price per share

$ 135.03

$ 135.03

Accumulated Other Comprehens106

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) (Reconciliation Of The Components Of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Attributable to Parent [Abstract]
Investments, gross unrealized gains, excluding non-credit component of other-than-temporary impairments	$ 748.6	$ 815
Investments, gross unrealized losses, excluding non-credit component of other-than-temporary impairments	(180.9)	(447.5)
Investments, net pretax unrealized gains, excluding non-credit component of other-than-temporary impairments	567.7	367.5
Investments, deferred tax liability	(206.5)	(124.2)
Net unrealized gains on investments excluding non-credit component of other-than-temporary impairments	361.2	243.3
Non-credit components of other-than-temporary impairments on investments, Gross unrealized losses	(7.2)	(15.4)
Non-credit components of other-than-temporary impairments on investments, Deferred tax asset	2.6	5.4
Net unrealized non-credit component of other-than-temporary impairments on investments	(4.6)	(10)
Cash flow hedges, Gross unrealized losses	(259.1)	(124.8)
Cash flow hedges, Deferred tax asset	90.7	43.7
Net unrealized losses on cash flow hedges	(168.4)	(81.1)
Defined benefit pension plans, Deferred net actuarial loss	(655.8)	(635)
Defined benefit pension plans, Deferred prior service credits	(0.5)	0.1
Defined benefit pension plans, Deferred tax asset	257.2	250.4
Net unrecognized periodic benefit costs for defined benefit pension plans	(399.1)	(384.5)
Deferred Net Actuarial Loss Postretirement Benefit Plans	(146.6)	(162.7)
Deferred Prior Service Credit Postretirement Benefit Plans	59.7	73.5
Postretirement benefit plans, Deferred tax asset	34	35.1
Net unrecognized periodic benefit costs for postretirement benefit plans	(52.9)	(54.1)
Foreign currency translation adjustments, Gross unrealized losses	(6.3)	(9.5)
Foreign currency translation adjustments, Deferred tax asset	2.2	3.3
Net unrealized losses on foreign currency translation adjustment	(4.1)	(6.2)
Accumulated other comprehensive (loss) income	$ (267.9)	$ (292.6)

Accumulated Other Comprehens107

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) Reclassification Adjustments (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Attributable to Parent [Abstract]
Net holding gain (loss) on investment securities arising during the period, net of tax	$ 186	$ (336.1)	$ 201.8
Reclassification adjustment for net realized gain on investment securities, net of tax	(68.1)	(48.2)	(83.2)
Total reclassification adjustments on investments	117.9	(384.3)	118.6
Non-credit component of other-than-temporary impairments on investments, net of tax	5.4	(5.6)	(3.9)
Cash flow hedges, holding (loss) gain, net of tax	(87.3)	(45.2)	(3.6)
Change in net periodic pension and postretirement costs	(13.4)	(26)	(118.1)
Foreign currency translation adjustment, net of tax	2.1	(3.4)	(4.3)
Net gain (loss) recognized in other comprehensive income/loss, net of tax	$ 24.7	$ (464.5)	$ (11.3)

Accumulated Other Comprehens108

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) Reclassification Adjustments) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) Reclassification Adjustments (Parantheticals) [Abstract]
Net holding gain (loss) on investment securities arising during the period, tax (expense) benefit	$ (118.9)	$ 180.4	$ (107.9)
Reclassification adjustment for net realized gain on investment securities, tax expense	36.6	25.9	44.8
Non-credit component of other-than-temporary impairments on investments, tax (expense) benefit	(2.8)	3	2.1
Cash flow hedges, holding loss, tax benefit	47	24.4	1.9
Net change in unrecognized periodic benefit costs for defined benefit pension and postretirement benefit plans, tax benefit	5.7	13.4	75.2
Foreign currency translation adjustment, tax benefit (expense)	(1.1)	1.8	2.2
Net gain (loss) realized in other comprehensive income, tax benefit (expense)	$ (33.5)	$ 248.9	$ 18.3

Reinsurance (Summary Of Direct,

Reinsurance (Summary Of Direct, Assumed And Ceded Premiums Written And Earned) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Reinsurance Disclosures [Abstract]
Direct - Premium written	$ 78,200.4	$ 72,925.5	$ 68,628.6
Assumed - Premium written	217.4	221.8	192.3
Ceded - Premium written	(79.8)	(95.8)	(108.5)
Net premiums - written	$ 78,338	$ 73,051.5	$ 68,712.4
Percentage - assumed to net premiums - written	0.30%	0.30%	0.30%
Direct - Premiums earned	$ 78,726.2	$ 73,259.2	$ 68,304.3
Assumed - Premium earned	217.3	221.9	194
Ceded - Premium earned	(83.4)	(96)	(108.5)
Premiums	$ 78,860.1	$ 73,385.1	$ 68,389.8
Percentage - assumed to net premiums - earned	0.30%	0.30%	0.30%

Reinsurance (Summary Of Net Pre

Reinsurance (Summary Of Net Premiums Written And Earned By Segment) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Net Premiums Written And Earned By Segment [Line Items]
Premiums Written Net	$ 78,338	$ 73,051.5	$ 68,712.4
Premiums Earned Net	78,860.1	73,385.1	68,389.8
Commercial and Specialty Business Segment [Member]
Net Premiums Written And Earned By Segment [Line Items]
Premiums Written Net	33,355.6	33,016.9	35,084.7
Premiums Earned Net	33,831.5	33,078	35,045.2
Government Business [Member]
Net Premiums Written And Earned By Segment [Line Items]
Premiums Written Net	44,982.4	40,034.6	33,627.7
Premiums Earned Net	$ 45,028.6	$ 40,307.1	$ 33,344.6

Reinsurance (Effect Of Reinsura

Reinsurance (Effect Of Reinsurance On Benefit Expense) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Reinsurance Disclosures [Abstract]
Direct	$ 67,221.7	$ 61,674	$ 57,496.6
Assumed	184.9	192.2	182.4
Ceded	(572.2)	(749.3)	(824.1)
Net benefit expense	$ 66,834.4	$ 61,116.9	$ 56,854.9

Reinsurance (Effect Of Reins112

Reinsurance (Effect Of Reinsurance On Certain Assets And Liabilities) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Reinsurance Disclosures [Abstract]
Policy liabilities, assumed	$ 47.2	$ 56.7
Unearned income, assumed	0.6	0.5
Premiums payable, ceded	5.2	9.3
Premiums receivable, assumed	$ 25.9	$ 23.2

Leases (Details)

Leases (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Leases, Operating [Abstract]
2,017	$ 149.7
2,018	137.1
2,019	121.4
2,020	91.3
2,021	69.9
Thereafter	201.1
Total minimum payments required	770.5
Lease expense	$ 207.5	$ 212.9	$ 192.5

Earnings Per Share (Denominator

Earnings Per Share (Denominator For Basic And Diluted Earnings Per Share) (Details) - shares shares in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]
Denominator for basic earnings per share—weighted-average shares	262.9	263	275.9
Effect of dilutive securities—employee stock options, non-vested restricted stock awards and convertible debentures	5.2	9.9	10
Denominator for diluted earnings per share	268.1	272.9	285.9

Earnings Per Share (Narrative)

Earnings Per Share (Narrative) (Details) - shares shares in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]
Weighted average shares excluded from denominator for diluted earnings per share because the stock options were anti-dilutive	2.2	1	0.5
Restricted stock units excluded from the denominator for diluted earnings per share	0.5	0.4	0.7

Segment Information (Financial

Segment Information (Financial Data By Reportable Segment) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Operating revenue	$ 84,194	$ 78,404.8	$ 73,021.7
Operating gain (loss)	4,801.7	4,753.1	4,418.4
Depreciation and amortization of property and equipment	576	515.6	474.3
Commercial and Specialty Business Segment [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Operating revenue	38,692.1	37,570.8	39,199.6
Operating gain (loss)	3,195.2	2,854	3,260.9
Depreciation and amortization of property and equipment	0	0	0
Government Business Segment [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Operating revenue	45,477.7	40,813	33,796.4
Operating gain (loss)	1,784.3	1,978.5	1,191.9
Depreciation and amortization of property and equipment	0	0	0
Other [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Operating revenue	24.2	21	25.7
Operating gain (loss)	(177.8)	(79.4)	(34.4)
Depreciation and amortization of property and equipment	$ 576	$ 515.6	$ 474.3

Segment Information (Major Prod

Segment Information (Major Product Revenues) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Revenue from External Customer [Line Items]
Reportable segments operating revenues	$ 84,194	$ 78,404.8	$ 73,021.7
Commercial and Specialty Business Segment [Member]
Revenue from External Customer [Line Items]
Reportable segments operating revenues	38,692.1	37,570.8	39,199.6
Commercial and Specialty Business Segment [Member] | Managed Care Products [Member]
Revenue from External Customer [Line Items]
Reportable segments operating revenues	32,369.8	31,676.9	33,755.6
Commercial and Specialty Business Segment [Member] | Managed Care Services [Member]
Revenue from External Customer [Line Items]
Reportable segments operating revenues	4,710.1	4,344.8	3,997.8
Commercial and Specialty Business Segment [Member] | Dental/Vision Products And Services [Member]
Revenue from External Customer [Line Items]
Reportable segments operating revenues	1,182.3	1,111.7	1,037.3
Commercial and Specialty Business Segment [Member] | Other Products and Services [Member]
Revenue from External Customer [Line Items]
Reportable segments operating revenues	429.9	437.4	408.9
Government Business Segment [Member]
Revenue from External Customer [Line Items]
Reportable segments operating revenues	45,477.7	40,813	33,796.4
Government Business Segment [Member] | Managed Care Products [Member]
Revenue from External Customer [Line Items]
Reportable segments operating revenues	45,028.5	40,307	33,344.6
Government Business Segment [Member] | Managed Care Services [Member]
Revenue from External Customer [Line Items]
Reportable segments operating revenues	449.2	506	451.8
Other [Member]
Revenue from External Customer [Line Items]
Reportable segments operating revenues	$ 24.2	$ 21	$ 25.7

Segment Information (Reconcilia

Segment Information (Reconciliation Of Revenue From Reportable Segments To The Consolidated Statements Of Income) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended								12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Sep. 30, 2016	Jun. 30, 2016	Mar. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Sep. 30, 2015	Jun. 30, 2015	Mar. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Segment Reporting [Abstract]
Reportable segments operating revenues									$ 84,194	$ 78,404.8	$ 73,021.7
Net investment income									779.5	677.6	724.4
Net realized gains on financial instruments									4.9	157.5	177
Other-than-temporary impairment losses recognized in income									(115.4)	(83.4)	(49)
Total revenues	$ 21,714.4	$ 21,403.9	$ 21,456.2	$ 20,288.5	$ 20,187.9	$ 19,901.6	$ 20,015.5	$ 19,051.5	$ 84,863	$ 79,156.5	$ 73,874.1

Segment Information (Reconci119

Segment Information (Reconciliation Of Reportable Segment Operating Gain To Income From Continuing Operations Before Income Taxes In The Consolidated Statements Of Income) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Segment Reporting [Abstract]
Reportable segments operating gain	$ 4,801.7	$ 4,753.1	$ 4,418.4
Net investment income	779.5	677.6	724.4
Net realized gains on financial instruments	4.9	157.5	177
Other-than-temporary impairment losses recognized in income	(115.4)	(83.4)	(49)
Interest expense	(723)	(653)	(600.7)
Amortization of other intangible assets	(192.3)	(230.1)	(220.9)
Gain (loss) on extinguishment of debt	0	9.3	(81.1)
Income from continuing operations before income tax expense	$ 4,555.4	$ 4,631	$ 4,368.1

Segment Information (Narrative)

Segment Information (Narrative) (Details) - segment	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Number of Reportable Segments	3	3	3
Percentage of revenue generated from participation in various federal government programs	18.20%	18.80%	21.00%

Related Party Transactions (Det

Related Party Transactions (Details) - NASCO [Member] - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Equity investment, ownership percentage	19.50%
Purchases from related party	$ 79.7	$ 83.6	$ 85.3
Amounts due to related party	$ 6.2	$ 5.4

Statutory Information (Details)

Statutory Information (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended								12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Sep. 30, 2016	Jun. 30, 2016	Mar. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Sep. 30, 2015	Jun. 30, 2015	Mar. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
Statutory Accounting Practices [Line Items]
Statutory risk-based capital necessary to satisfy regulatory requirements	$ 4,300				$ 3,900				$ 4,300	$ 3,900
GAAP equity	25,100.4				23,044.1				25,100.4	23,044.1	$ 24,251.3	$ 24,765.2
Net income	368.4	$ 617.8	$ 780.6	$ 703	180.9	$ 654.8	$ 859.1	$ 865.2	2,469.8	2,560	2,569.7
California Department of Managed Health Care [Member]
Statutory Accounting Practices [Line Items]
Statutory risk-based capital necessary to satisfy regulatory requirements	650				560				650	560
Insurance, HMO Subsidiaries and Other Regulated Entities, Excluding the California Department of Managed Health Care [Member]
Statutory Accounting Practices [Line Items]
Statutory-basis capital and surplus	10,580.2				9,676.7				10,580.2	9,676.7
Statutory-basis net income									2,613.2	2,359.9	2,403.8
California Department of Managed Health Care Regulated Entities [Member]
Statutory Accounting Practices [Line Items]
GAAP equity	$ 2,225.7				$ 1,838.1				2,225.7	1,838.1
Net income									$ 774.5	$ 477.5	$ 453.6

Selected Quarterly Financial123

Selected Quarterly Financial Data (Details) - USD ($) $ / shares in Units, $ in Millions	3 Months Ended								12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Sep. 30, 2016	Jun. 30, 2016	Mar. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Sep. 30, 2015	Jun. 30, 2015	Mar. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Selected Quarterly Financial Information [Abstract]
Total revenues	$ 21,714.4	$ 21,403.9	$ 21,456.2	$ 20,288.5	$ 20,187.9	$ 19,901.6	$ 20,015.5	$ 19,051.5	$ 84,863	$ 79,156.5	$ 73,874.1
Income before income taxes	658.6	1,136.5	1,448.3	1,312	374.3	1,129.6	1,558	1,569.1	4,555.4	4,631	4,368.1
Net income	$ 368.4	$ 617.8	$ 780.6	$ 703	$ 180.9	$ 654.8	$ 859.1	$ 865.2	$ 2,469.8	$ 2,560	$ 2,569.7
Basic net income per share	$ 1.40	$ 2.35	$ 2.97	$ 2.69	$ 0.69	$ 2.51	$ 3.27	$ 3.25	$ 9.39	$ 9.73	$ 9.31
Diluted net income per share	$ 1.37	$ 2.30	$ 2.91	$ 2.63	$ 0.68	$ 2.43	$ 3.13	$ 3.09	$ 9.21	$ 9.38	$ 8.99

Schedule II-Condensed Financ124

Schedule II-Condensed Financial Information Of Registrant (Balance Sheets) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents	$ 4,075.3	$ 2,113.5	$ 2,151.7
Fixed maturity securities (Parent Company - amortized cost of $463.4 and $889.6)	17,163.1	16,920
Equity securities (Parent Company - cost of $35.7 and $53.0)	1,468.5	1,441.8
Other invested assets, current	15.8	19.1
Other receivables	2,536.6	2,421.4
Income taxes receivable	168.7	316.6
Securities lending collateral	1,079.8	1,300.4
Other current assets	1,781.8	1,555.7
Total current assets	34,314.9	30,862.1
Equity securities (Parently Company - cost of $6.4 and $6.5)	31.4	31
Other invested assets, long-term	2,240.5	2,041.1
Property and equipment, net	1,977.9	2,019.8
Other noncurrent assets	467.9	485.4
Total assets	65,083.1	61,717.8
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable and accrued expenses	4,014.9	3,318.8
Security trades pending payable	93.5	73.1
Securities lending payable	1,078.9	1,300.9
Current portion of long-term debt	928.4	0
Other current liabilities	3,581.3	2,816.1
Total current liabilities	21,294.4	19,092.6
Long-term debt, less current portion	14,358.5	15,324.5
Other noncurrent liabilities	883.8	994.3
Total liabilities	39,982.7	38,673.7
Commitments and contingencies-Note 5
Shareholders' equity
Preferred stock, without par value, shares authorized - 100,000,000; shares issued and outstanding - none	0	0
Common stock, par value $0.01, shares authorized - 900,000,000; shares issued and outstanding - 263,747,395 and 261,238,188	2.6	2.6
Additional paid-in capital	8,805.1	8,555.6
Retained earnings	16,560.6	14,778.5
Accumulated other comprehensive loss	(267.9)	(292.6)
Total shareholders' equity	25,100.4	23,044.1	24,251.3	$ 24,765.2
Total liabilities and shareholders' equity	65,083.1	61,717.8
Anthem, Inc. [Member]
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents	882.7	492.3	$ 739.8	$ 1,174.5
Fixed maturity securities (Parent Company - amortized cost of $463.4 and $889.6)	477.6	794
Equity securities (Parent Company - cost of $35.7 and $53.0)	85.5	82
Other invested assets, current	4.6	5.9
Other receivables	47.8	77
Income taxes receivable	69	236.5
Net due from subsidiaries	1,394.6	0
Securities lending collateral	39.7	130.6
Other current assets	277	394
Total current assets	3,278.5	2,212.3
Equity securities (Parently Company - cost of $6.4 and $6.5)	6.4	6.5
Other invested assets, long-term	632.4	630.1
Property and equipment, net	142.8	116.8
Deferred tax assets, net	107.5	146.6
Investment in subsidiaries	37,378.8	36,524.4
Other noncurrent assets	87.6	129.8
Total assets	41,634	39,766.5
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable and accrued expenses	690.2	615.5
Security trades pending payable	18.2	13.4
Securities lending payable	39.7	130.6
Net due to subsidiaries	0	93.2
Current portion of long-term debt	928.4	0
Other current liabilities	301.4	278.1
Total current liabilities	1,977.9	1,130.8
Long-term debt, less current portion	14,333.6	15,299.6
Other noncurrent liabilities	222.1	292
Total liabilities	16,533.6	16,722.4
Commitments and contingencies-Note 5
Shareholders' equity
Preferred stock, without par value, shares authorized - 100,000,000; shares issued and outstanding - none	0	0
Common stock, par value $0.01, shares authorized - 900,000,000; shares issued and outstanding - 263,747,395 and 261,238,188	2.6	2.6
Additional paid-in capital	8,805.1	8,555.6
Retained earnings	16,560.6	14,778.5
Accumulated other comprehensive loss	(267.9)	(292.6)
Total shareholders' equity	25,100.4	23,044.1
Total liabilities and shareholders' equity	$ 41,634	$ 39,766.5

Schedule II-Condensed Financ125

Schedule II-Condensed Financial Information Of Registrant (Balance Sheets (Parenthetical)) (Details) - USD ($) $ / shares in Units, $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Available-for-sale fixed maturity securities investments, current, amortized cost	$ 16,991.8	$ 16,950
Available-for-sale equity securities investments, current, cost	1,076.1	1,055.8
Available-for-sale fixed maturity securities investments, long-term, amortized cost	524.6	550.4
Available-for-sale equity securities investments, long-term, cost	$ 27.2	$ 27.3
Preferred stock, par value	$ 0	$ 0
Preferred stock, shares authorized	100,000,000	100,000,000
Preferred stock, shares issued	0	0
Preferred stock, shares outstanding	0	0
Common stock, par value	$ 0.01	$ 0.01
Common stock, shares authorized	900,000,000	900,000,000
Common stock, shares issued	263,747,395	261,238,188
Common stock, shares outstanding	263,747,395	261,238,188
Anthem, Inc. [Member]
Available-for-sale fixed maturity securities investments, current, amortized cost	$ 463.4	$ 889.6
Available-for-sale equity securities investments, current, cost	35.7	53
Available-for-sale equity securities investments, long-term, cost	$ 6.4	$ 6.5
Preferred stock, par value	$ 0	$ 0
Preferred stock, shares authorized	100,000,000	100,000,000
Preferred stock, shares issued	0	0
Preferred stock, shares outstanding	0	0
Common stock, par value	$ 0.01	$ 0.01
Common stock, shares authorized	900,000,000	900,000,000
Common stock, shares issued	263,747,395	261,238,188
Common stock, shares outstanding	263,747,395	261,238,188

Schedule II-Condensed Financ126

Schedule II-Condensed Financial Information Of Registrant (Statements Of Income) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended								12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Sep. 30, 2016	Jun. 30, 2016	Mar. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Sep. 30, 2015	Jun. 30, 2015	Mar. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Net investment income									$ 779.5	$ 677.6	$ 724.4
Net realized losses on financial instruments									220.1	147.1	240.3
Total other-than-temporary impairment losses on investments									(147.1)	(99.9)	(56.2)
Portion of other-than-temporary impairment losses recognized in other comprehensive income									31.7	16.5	7.2
Other-than-temporary impairment losses recognized in income									(115.4)	(83.4)	(49)
Other revenue									35.1	43.1	41.3
Total revenues (losses)	$ 21,714.4	$ 21,403.9	$ 21,456.2	$ 20,288.5	$ 20,187.9	$ 19,901.6	$ 20,015.5	$ 19,051.5	84,863	79,156.5	73,874.1
General and administrative expense									11,166.4	11,093.7	10,258.3
Interest expense									723	653	600.7
(Gain) loss on extinguishment of debt									0	(9.3)	81.1
Loss before income tax credits and equity in net income of subsidiaries									4,555.4	4,631	4,368.1
Net income	$ 368.4	$ 617.8	$ 780.6	$ 703	$ 180.9	$ 654.8	$ 859.1	$ 865.2	2,469.8	2,560	2,569.7
Anthem, Inc. [Member]
Net investment income									74.7	99.7	87.4
Net realized losses on financial instruments									(195)	(3.8)	(27.1)
Total other-than-temporary impairment losses on investments									(65)	(49.2)	(35.5)
Portion of other-than-temporary impairment losses recognized in other comprehensive income									17.2	10	7
Other-than-temporary impairment losses recognized in income									(47.8)	(39.2)	(28.5)
Other revenue									0	3.5	4.8
Total revenues (losses)									(168.1)	60.2	36.6
General and administrative expense									270	77.9	20.3
Interest expense									719.3	649.7	597.8
(Gain) loss on extinguishment of debt									0	(9.3)	81.1
Total expenses									989.3	718.3	699.2
Loss before income tax credits and equity in net income of subsidiaries									(1,157.4)	(658.1)	(662.6)
Income tax credits									(438.5)	(270.1)	(255.4)
Equity in net income of subsidiaries									3,188.7	2,948	2,976.9
Net income									$ 2,469.8	$ 2,560	$ 2,569.7

Schedule II-Condensed Financ127

Schedule II-Condensed Financial Information of Registrant (Statement of Comprehensive Income) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended								12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Sep. 30, 2016	Jun. 30, 2016	Mar. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Sep. 30, 2015	Jun. 30, 2015	Mar. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Net income	$ 368.4	$ 617.8	$ 780.6	$ 703	$ 180.9	$ 654.8	$ 859.1	$ 865.2	$ 2,469.8	$ 2,560	$ 2,569.7
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax:
Change in net unrealized gains/losses on investments									117.9	(384.3)	118.6
Change in non-credit component of other-than-ternporary impairment losses on investments									5.4	(5.6)	(3.9)
Change in net unrealized gains/losses on cash flow hedges									(87.3)	(45.2)	(3.6)
Change in net periodic pension and postretirement costs									(13.4)	(26)	(118.1)
Foreign currency translation adjustments									2.1	(3.4)	(4.3)
Other comprehensive income (loss)									24.7	(464.5)	(11.3)
Total comprehensive income									2,494.5	2,095.5	2,558.4
Anthem, Inc. [Member]
Net income									2,469.8	2,560	2,569.7
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax:
Change in net unrealized gains/losses on investments									117.9	(384.3)	118.6
Change in non-credit component of other-than-ternporary impairment losses on investments									5.4	(5.6)	(3.9)
Change in net unrealized gains/losses on cash flow hedges									(87.3)	(45.2)	(3.6)
Change in net periodic pension and postretirement costs									(13.4)	(26)	(118.1)
Foreign currency translation adjustments									2.1	(3.4)	(4.3)
Other comprehensive income (loss)									24.7	(464.5)	(11.3)
Total comprehensive income									$ 2,494.5	$ 2,095.5	$ 2,558.4

Schedule II-Condensed Financ128

Schedule II-Condensed Financial Information Of Registrant (Statement Of Cash Flows) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended								12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Sep. 30, 2016	Jun. 30, 2016	Mar. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Sep. 30, 2015	Jun. 30, 2015	Mar. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Operating activities
Net income	$ 368.4	$ 617.8	$ 780.6	$ 703	$ 180.9	$ 654.8	$ 859.1	$ 865.2	$ 2,469.8	$ 2,560	$ 2,569.7
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:
Net realized losses on financial instruments									(220.1)	(147.1)	(240.3)
Other-than-temporary impairment losses recognized in income									115.4	83.4	49
(Gain) loss on extinguishment of debt									0	(9.3)	81.1
Loss on disposal of assets									4.5	16	(1.7)
Deferred income taxes									126.9	(65.9)	30.7
Amortization, net of accretion									807.8	802.1	744.5
Depreciation expense									104	105.8	106.5
Share-based compensation									164.6	148.2	168.9
Excess tax benefits from share-based compensation									(53.5)	(95.8)	(46.4)
Changes in operating assets and liabilities:
Receivables, net									(1,380.5)	(42.9)	(1,899.7)
Other invested assets, current									(19.4)	5.9	(21.7)
Other assets									(127.7)	33.8	405.5
Accounts payable and accrued expenses									116.6	(219.3)	(14.4)
Other liabilities									605.7	686.4	(7.9)
Other, net									(96.5)	(5.1)	(84.2)
Net cash provided by operating activities									3,204.5	4,116	3,369.3
Investing activities
Changes in collateral and settlement of non-hedging derivatives									(34.5)	(36.5)	(67.4)
Changes in securities lending collateral									222	214.4	(545.6)
Other, net									(3)	(8.2)	(0.1)
Net cash used in investing activities									(513.9)	(1,151.5)	(974.9)
Financing activities
Net (repayments of) proceeds from commercial paper borrowings									(53.2)	682.2	(379.2)
Proceeds from long-term borrowings									0	1,226.5	2,700
Repayments of long-term borrowings									0	(2,697.2)	(1,730.1)
Changes in securities lending payable									(222)	(214.4)	545.6
Changes in bank overdrafts									513.8	(243.8)	173
Premiums paid on equity call options									0	(16.7)	0
Proceeds from sale of put options									0	16.6	0
Repurchase and retirement of common stock									0	(1,515.8)	(2,998.8)
Change in collateral and settlements of debt-related derivatives									(360.4)	0	0
Cash dividends	(171.3)	$ (171.1)	$ (170.9)	(170.7)	(163.1)	$ (163)	$ (163.9)	(166.6)	(684)	(656.6)	(480.7)
Proceeds from issuance of common stock under employee stock plans									119.4	186	301.3
Excess tax benefits from share-based compensation									53.5	95.8	46.4
Net cash used in financing activities									(732.9)	(2,997.4)	(1,822.5)
Change in cash and cash equivalents									1,961.8	(38.2)	564.8
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year				2,113.5				2,151.7	2,113.5	2,151.7
Cash and cash equivalents at end of year	4,075.3				2,113.5				4,075.3	2,113.5	2,151.7
Anthem, Inc. [Member]
Operating activities
Net income									2,469.8	2,560	2,569.7
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:
(Undistributed) distributed earnings of subsidiaries									(502.4)	(287.8)	244.3
Net realized losses on financial instruments									195	3.8	27.1
Other-than-temporary impairment losses recognized in income									47.8	39.2	28.5
(Gain) loss on extinguishment of debt									0	(9.3)	81.1
Loss on disposal of assets									2.3	0.2	3.9
Deferred income taxes									(7)	55	52.7
Amortization, net of accretion									33.5	40.8	17.5
Depreciation expense									70.4	68.1	67.4
Share-based compensation									164.6	148.2	168.9
Excess tax benefits from share-based compensation									(53.5)	(95.8)	(46.4)
Changes in operating assets and liabilities:
Receivables, net									17.5	(17.9)	(16.6)
Other invested assets, current									1.3	(0.2)	(3.8)
Other assets									213.2	(106.9)	55.6
Amounts due from/to subsidiaries									(1,487.8)	420.5	566.1
Accounts payable and accrued expenses									(21.8)	7.5	(111.4)
Other liabilities									(30.7)	(231.4)	(113.8)
Income taxes									198.4	47.2	(36)
Other, net									5.1	(10.2)	0
Net cash provided by operating activities									1,315.7	2,631	3,554.8
Investing activities
Purchases of investments									(2,874.9)	(2,130.7)	(1,819.3)
Proceeds from sales, maturities, calls and redemptions of investments									3,309.8	3,076.6	820.7
Changes in collateral and settlement of non-hedging derivatives									(34.5)	(36.5)	(67.4)
Capitalization of subsidiaries									(295)	(939.7)	(321.8)
Changes in securities lending collateral									91.8	94	(178.8)
Purchases of property and equipment, net of sales									(98.7)	(51.1)	(57)
Other, net									(7.9)	1.5	(38)
Net cash used in investing activities									90.6	14.1	(1,661.6)
Financing activities
Net (repayments of) proceeds from commercial paper borrowings									(53.2)	682.2	(379.2)
Proceeds from long-term borrowings									0	1,226.5	2,700
Repayments of long-term borrowings									0	(2,697.2)	(1,730.1)
Changes in securities lending payable									(90.9)	(94.2)	178.6
Changes in bank overdrafts									30.8	(89.3)	55.5
Premiums paid on equity call options									0	(16.7)	0
Proceeds from sale of put options									0	16.6	0
Repurchase and retirement of common stock									0	(1,515.8)	(2,998.8)
Change in collateral and settlements of debt-related derivatives									(360.4)	0	0
Cash dividends									(715.1)	(686.5)	(501.6)
Proceeds from issuance of common stock under employee stock plans									119.4	186	301.3
Excess tax benefits from share-based compensation									53.5	95.8	46.4
Net cash used in financing activities									(1,015.9)	(2,892.6)	(2,327.9)
Change in cash and cash equivalents									390.4	(247.5)	(434.7)
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year				$ 492.3				$ 739.8	492.3	739.8	1,174.5
Cash and cash equivalents at end of year	$ 882.7				$ 492.3				$ 882.7	$ 492.3	$ 739.8

Schedule II-Condensed Financ129

Schedule II-Condensed Financial Information Of Registrant (Narrative) (Details) - Anthem, Inc. [Member] - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Cash dividends received from subsidiaries	$ 2,688.8	$ 2,672.3	$ 3,234.5
Cash dividends paid to subsidiaries	31.1	29.9	20.9
Capital contribution to subsidiaries	295	939.7	$ 321.8
Amounts due from subsidiaries	1,394.6	0
Due to Affiliate	$ 0	$ 93.2