New delay in Anthem rate hike

Faced with mega-pressure from state and federal lawmakers, the Woodland Hills-based insurer had postponed the premium increases until May 1. But now the company has extended the delay for an unspecified period. Policyholders must be notified 30 days before rates are altered, so the higher premiums - as much as 39 percent - couldn't be put in place until the end of May at the earliest. No explanations for the delay. (LAT)