Express Scripts-Medco Deal Fits Post-Health Reform Realities, But Was Hastened By Contract Losses
Executive Summary
Express Scripts’ merger agreement with Medco to form a mega-pharmacy benefits manager may fit into the new realities of the post-health care reform world, but it was also likely hastened by contract losses at Medco.
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