PBMs launch counterattack in defense of drug rebates by Paige Minemyer Wednesday, February 6, 2019 PBMs are hitting back against critics who blame them for rising drug prices, as the system they use to negotiate rebates hangs in the balance.
Moody's: Anthem’s PBM launch credit negative for Cigna—roundup by Paige Minemyer Tuesday, February 5, 2019 Moody's Investors Service warned that Anthem's accelerated PBM launch could hurt Cigna's bottom line, plus more payer headlines.
Cigna reports strong fourth quarter following Express Scripts merger by Tina Reed Friday, February 1, 2019 Revenue, customer and earnings growth were driven by continued innovation across the business, said David Cordani, president and chief executive officer.
Anthem moves up launch of its PBM to Q2 2019 by Paige Minemyer Wednesday, January 30, 2019 Anthem is planning to begin moving members into its new PBM, IngenioRx, in the second quarter of 2019, bumping up the projected launch from 2020.
Cross-industry models expected to drive more healthcare deals in 2019 by Tina Reed Friday, January 25, 2019 Last year was a record-breaking year when it came to healthcare deals and the trend isn't expected to slow down in 2019.
Maine Gov. spikes planned Medicaid work requirements—roundup by Paige Minemyer Thursday, January 24, 2019 Maine's newly instated Gov. Janet Mills has rejected plans for Medicaid work requirements that began under her predecessor, plus more insurance news.
Cigna takes aim at child hunger in new initiative by Paige Minemyer Tuesday, January 22, 2019 Cigna’s new program aimed at addressing childhood hunger may soon look a lot like popular food subscriptions.
Medicare Advantage continues to be bright spot for top insurers by Tina Reed Thursday, January 10, 2019 A common theme among insurers speaking at the J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference this week: the boost from Medicare Advantage.
Report: Specialty drugs driving up insurance premiums by Tina Reed Monday, January 7, 2019 A report from California's insurers shows how much they are paying for prescription drugs, particularly specialty drugs.
Tenet, Cigna sign multiyear deal—roundup by Tina Reed Thursday, January 3, 2019 Tenet Healthcare and Cigna have entered into a multiyear agreement and more healthcare headlines from around the web.
