Express Scripts-Anthem Split Could Signal Positive Trend For Biopharma
Executive Summary
Express Scripts is losing its biggest customer, which could be a sign that plan sponsors are looking for more control over their pharmacy spending -- bad news for the big PBMs but good news for biopharma?
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