Aetna International

Aetna International is the international division of Aetna, a global health insurance provider headquartered in Hartford, Connecticut, United States, and a subsidiary of CVS Health se its 2018 acquisition for $69 billion. Founded in 1853, Aetna International focuses on expat health insurance, global medical benefits, and wellness programs for multinational corporations, individuals, and travelers. The division's segments lude Group Health Insurance (employer-sponsored plans for expatriates), Individual Health Insurance (personal policies), and Specialty Services (dental, vision, and pharmacy benefits). Aetna International operates in over 170 countries, serving 18 million members worldwide with 24/7 support and a network of 1.8 million providers. Its supply chain involves third-party vendors for claims processing, telehealth, and global data management, with TPRM per CVS Health's 2024 Annual Report emphasizing HIPAA, GDPR, and SOC 2 compliance to mitigate data privacy and cybersecurity risks in international operations. The division invests in AI-driven health analytics and sustainable wellness initiatives. In 2024, Aetna International contributed to CVS Health's insurance segment revenues of $126.3 billion, up 7% from 2023, with Aetna overall reporting $33 billion in Q4 2024 revenues, up 23% year-over-year, driven by Medicare Advantage growth despite operational challenges.