Operating Margin - CorVel Corp (NASDAQ:CRVL)

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Price: 68.995 USD -1.77%

Market Cap: 3.5B USD

14.5%

Current

13%

Average

3.9%

Industry

Operating Margin represents how efficiently a company is able to generate profit through its core operations.

Higher ratios are generally better, illustrating the company is efficient in its operations and is good at turning sales into profits.

Operating Margin

14.5%

Operating Profit

135.3m

Revenue

933.8m

Operating Margin Across Competitors

Country		Company	Market Cap	Operating Margin
US		CorVel Corp NASDAQ:CRVL	3.6B USD	14%
US		CVS Health Corp NYSE:CVS	99.6B USD	3%
US	C	Cigna Group XMUN:CGN	62.3B EUR	4%
US		Cigna Corp NYSE:CI	72.9B USD	4%
DE		Fresenius SE & Co KGaA XETRA:FRE	27B EUR	10%
DE		Fresenius Medical Care AG XMUN:FME	23.5B EUR	7%
US		Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings NYSE:LH	20.9B USD	10%
US		Quest Diagnostics Inc NYSE:DGX	19.5B USD	15%
DE	F	Fresenius Medical Care AG & Co KGaA XETRA:FME	11.7B EUR	7%
US		Guardant Health Inc NASDAQ:GH	12.2B USD	-48%
US		DaVita Inc NYSE:DVA	8.2B USD	15%

CorVel Corp
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Economic Moat

None

Market Cap

3.5B USD

Industry

Health Care

In the intricate world of healthcare management, CorVel Corporation stands as a pivotal player, harmonizing technology and service to streamline the complexities of risk management and cost containment. Founded in 1987, CorVel has relentlessly pursued the mission of enhancing workplace injury claims processes, reducing expenses while ensuring quality care for the injured. The company's foundation is built on its ability to provide innovative solutions through advanced technology platforms that automate and optimize the management of workers’ compensation, liability claims, and healthcare services. By integrating data analytics, artificial intelligence, and cutting-edge claims management software, CorVel enables employers, insurers, and third-party administrators to keep a tight rein on costs and improve outcomes through proactive decision-making and efficient service delivery. CorVel’s revenue model is intricately tied to its suite of diversified services. The company generates income through its extensive offerings in network solutions, bill review, case management, and pharmacy benefit management. Network solutions form the backbone, providing clients with access to a broad network of medical providers while negotiating favorable rates. Meanwhile, their robust bill review system ensures that every medical claim is scrutinized for accuracy and compliance, a process that helps clients avoid overpayments and recover funds. Case management services further augment their revenue, as skilled professionals facilitate rehabilitation efforts, coordinate care, and monitor recovery progress to encourage cost savings. Moreover, the pharmacy benefit management branch secures additional profit by optimizing prescription costs and improving medication adherence. Together, these services create a seamless ecosystem where CorVel captures significant value through efficiency gains and cost control, solidifying its position in the competitive healthcare management landscape.

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CorVel Corp
NASDAQ:CRVL