Wellcare Health Plans launched a new platform for multi-state growth with the close of its acquisition of Meridian Health Plans and the MeridianRx PBM.
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So Far, Cigna-Express Scripts Deal Approved By Half Of States Needed
Cigna said 14 of 29 states have signed off on its acquisition of Express Scripts.
J.D. Power: Amazon Faces Tall Order Toppling Walgreens And CVS Brick-And-Mortar
J.D. Power says customer satisfaction remains very high for pharmacies and the retail health services they provide.
Antitrust Battle Next For Cigna After Shareholders Approve Express Scripts Deal
Antitrust battle is next for Cigna after its shareholders Friday approved of its merger with Express Scripts.
Carl Icahn Backs Off Cigna-Express Scripts Deal
Billionaire investor Carl Icahn now says he will support Cigna’s proposed purchase of Express Scripts, citing recommendations of two influential proxy advisors who came out in favor of the merger.
Amid Scrutiny, CVS Says Its PBM Retains Just 2% Of Drug Rebates
CVS Health said its retained share of rebates negotiated with drug makers this year comes to 2%, which translates to $300 million or 3% of the company’s annual earnings per share.
Icahn Opposes Cigna-Express Scripts Deal, Citing Amazon And ‘Flawed’ PBM Rebates
Investor Carl Icahn went public Tuesday with his opposition to Cigna’s proposed purchase of Express Scripts, saying the health insurer is overpaying amid a challenging regulatory environment and the entrance of Amazon into the pharmacy business.
Cigna CEO: We’ll Pay For Drugs That Work With Express Scripts Clout
Cigna CEO David Cordani said the combination with Express Scripts will accelerate value-based payment models once integrated with Express Scripts.
Trump Phones, And Pfizer Reverses Price Hikes. But Why?
Pfizer, one of the world’s largest drug companies, reversed price hikes it had taken on dozens of medicines last week after a phone call between the company’s chief executive, President Donald Trump, and the Secretary of Health and Human Services, Alex…
Amid Executive Shuffle, Anthem Looks To Expand Health Services
Anthem CEO Gail Boudreaux is dealing with executive departures while expanding into healthcare services, forming what some are calling a “mini Optum.”
