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Centene, Humana sue Merck for ‘monopolistic scheme’ to delay generics of blockbuster cholesterol drug

Centene and Humana filed separate lawsuits against Merck alleging the drugmaker’s “monopolistic scheme” delayed generic versions of its blockbuster cholesterol drug Zetia from coming to market, causing the insurers to pay higher prices for years.  The suits by two of the biggest health insurers were filed in similar but separate lawsuits Wednesday in federal court in… Read More »

Humana CEO: Competition and innovation lower drug prices better than just putting a cap on them

Legislation that would put a cap on prices pharmaceutical companies can charge for their prescription drugs can be effective in reducing health costs, Humana CEO Bruce Broussard said Friday. But U.S. lawmakers should also include in their proposals rules that would facilitate greater competition and innovation, Broussard said in an interview with CNBC’s Bertha Coombs.… Read More »