The actuarial team at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that was assigned to come up with the premium amounts and design of a government-run, long-term care program called CLASS has been dismissed.

At least one long-term care insurance executive said that despite recent concerns about the product, the industry is thriving.

Citing its efforts to protect and strengthen Medicare, provide affordable coverage options and provide long-term care support and services, the AARP announced its support for the House’s efforts to reform the nation’s health care system.