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Published on Oct 26, 2026

STAT+: House lawmaker probes PBMs for ‘punitive’ audits of independent pharmacies

A House lawmaker is investigating whether the three largest pharmacy benefit managers targeted independent pharmacies with audits in retaliation for supporting a bill that would require the companies to adjust payments to the retailers. James Comer (R-Ky …

Source: STAT - Massachusetts - Neutral
Published on Oct 23, 2026

Comer Investigates PBMs for Retaliatory Audits of Independent Pharmacies

Seeks documents, communications, and briefings from CVS Caremark, Express Scripts, and Optum Rx WASHINGTON—House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) is investigating whether pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) targeted …

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Published on Oct 23, 2026

Comer Investigates PBMs for Retaliatory Audits of Independent Pharmacies

Seeks documents, communications, and briefings from CVS Caremark, Express Scripts, and Optum Rx WASHINGTON—House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) is investigating whether pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) targeted …

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Published on Oct 3, 2026

Arizona Sues Express Scripts and Optum, Alleging Drug Middlemen Steered Opioid Coverage Toward Profit for Two Decades

Arizona is taking two of the nation's largest prescription drug middlemen to court over the opioid epidemic. On Oct. 1, Attorney General Kris Mayes filed a consumer fraud lawsuit alleging that Express Scripts and Optum spent more than 20 years shaping …

Source: Medical Daily - Indeterminate
Published on Oct 1, 2026

Attorney General Mayes Sues Pharmacy Benefit Managers Express Scripts and Optum for Contributing to Arizona’s Opioid ...

PHOENIX – Attorney General Kris Mayes today announced that the Attorney General’s Office has filed a consumer fraud lawsuit against Express Scripts and Optum, two of the largest pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) in the nation. The Attorney General’s …

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Published on Oct 23, 2026

The Economic and Legal Problems with PBM Pharmacy Ownership Bans

State lawmakers have found a convenient villain for high prescription drug prices: pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs). Arkansas enacted a pharmacy ownership ban; Tennessee followed with restrictions on common ownership of pharmacies, insurers, and PBMs, …

Source: National Law Review - Neutral
Published on Oct 23, 2026

MFN Cuts Manufacturer Prices, But Savings Still Face A Longer Journey

By Paul Pruitt The federal government is putting more pressure on pharmaceutical manufacturers to lower U.S. drug prices. In August, nine additional pharmaceutical companies agreed to offer selected drugs to state Medicaid programs at Most-Favored-Nation ( …

Source: Life Science Leader - Neutral
Published on Oct 23, 2026

PBM influence is only growing, American Medical Association report finds

The American Medical Association (AMA) released an analysis on competition and vertical integration in the pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) market in late September. To no one’s surprise, it found that concentration is on the rise and competition is …

Source: Healthcare Brew - New York - Pending
Published on Oct 20, 2026

In brief: Resmed’s discontinuation, Samsung’s accuracy, RPM’s impact

SAN DIEGO – Resmed discontinued new sales of its Astral ventilator portfolio effective Sept. 14, 2026, according to a letter to customers. The company says the decision allows it to prioritize available components and resources toward existing patients and …

Source: HME News - Neutral
Published on Oct 20, 2026

Washington Commissioner Fines Insurers, Producers $495,200

Washington Insurance Commissioner Patty Kuderer’s office reported fines totaling $495,200 against insurance companies, agencies and producers for insurance law violations between April and August. The two largest fines were against USAA Casualty Insurance …

Source: Insurance Journal - Neutral
Published on Oct 19, 2026

AG Sunday takes action against pharmaceutical 'collusion' after 1,000% insulin price spike

PENNSYLVANIA (WHP) — Attorney General Dave Sunday announced a lawsuit against several pharmaceutical companies and benefit managers (PBMs) for reportedly colluding to manipulate insulin price markets and causing Pennsylvania out-of-pocket costs to spike. …

Source: CBS 21 - Pennsylvania - Center-right
Published on Oct 19, 2026

A $500M Lawsuit Escalates Arkansas Pharmacies’ Fight With PBMs

A dozen independent pharmacies in Arkansas are suing one of the nation’s largest pharmacy benefit managers, alleging that it underpaid for prescription drugs. The group is seeking about $500 million in damages. Achor Family Pharmacy LLC of Maumelle and 11 …

Source: Arkansas Business - Neutral
Published on Oct 18, 2026

<![CDATA[PBM Underpayment Persists as Cost-Plus Brings New Strain | NCPA 2026]]>

Although pharmacies can theoretically appeal underpaid claims, PBMs routinely deny these requests. Furthermore, filing an individual appeal requires substantial labor resources that often exceed the monetary value of the disputed claim itself, creating a …

Source: Drug Topics - Neutral
Published on Oct 19, 2026

The USA, the Largest Country in the Payer Services Market, is Expected to Reach $44 Billion by 2030

The Business Research Company’s Payer Services Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The payer services market is rapidly evolving, driven …

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Published on Oct 18, 2026

Pennsylvania sues Eli Lilly, CVS Caremark, and others, alleging insulin prices were inflated 1,000%

A new Pennsylvania lawsuit targets major insulin manufacturers and pharmacy benefit managers, accusing them of working in concert to significantly increase the price of a drug that many people need to stay alive. Here's what to know According to …

Source: The Cool Down - Oregon - Center-left
Published on Oct 16, 2026

TRICARE expands temporary prescription refill waivers to Pottawattamie County, Iowa, due to storm damage

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 15, 2026 TRICARE expands temporary prescription refill waivers to Pottawattamie County, Iowa, due to storm damage FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in Pottawattamie County …

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Published on Oct 9, 2026

Americans face steep increase in Canadian drug costs if U.S. customs rule takes effect

Open this photo in gallery:Bottles of medicine ride on a belt at the Express Scripts mail-in pharmacy warehouse in Florence, N.J. Roughly 2.3 million Americans buy drugs abroad.The Associated Press Millions of Americans who buy cheap drugs from Canada …

Source: The Globe and Mail - Neutral
Published on Oct 15, 2026

Pennsylvania’s attorney general accuses insulin makers, PBMs of insulin ‘pricing scheme’

State Attorney General Dave Sunday’s office claims that more than a dozen pharmaceutical companies and pharmacy middlemen worked together to “artificially” inflate insulin prices by more than 1,000%. “Millions of Pennsylvanians have diabetes or …

Source: Pennsylvania Capital-Star - Center-left
Published on Oct 13, 2026

UCSF Researchers Call for Limits on Drug Rebates After Tracing Undisclosed Ties Between PBMs and Opioid Makers

Pharmacy benefit managers, the companies that manage prescription drug benefits for insurers and employers, had undisclosed financial relationships with opioid manufacturers that may have worsened the opioid crisis, according to a study published in JAMA …

Source: Medical Daily - Indeterminate

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Published on October 27, 2026 - 06:32 GMT

The Biologics Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) Market is Projected to Reach $106.19 Billion by 2030

The Business Research Company’s The Biologics Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The biologics …

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Published on October 27, 2026 - 07:40 GMT

Fangzhou’s AI-Powered Supply Chain Platform Recognized in 2026 for Pharmaceutical Distribution Best Practices

GUANGZHOU, China, Oct. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fangzhou Inc. (“Fangzhou” or the “Company”) (HKEX: 06086), a leading provider of AI‑driven Internet healthcare solutions, was recently recognized for its AI-powered pharmaceutical procurement and …

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Published on October 27, 2026 - 00:30 GMT

Recent Biologics Manufacturing Market Analysis - Emphasizing Upcoming Industry Trends and Projections

The Business Research Company’s Recent Biologics Manufacturing Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The biologics manufacturing …

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Published on October 27, 2026 - 06:32 GMT

Nanocarriers Market Analysis Report Examining Demand Patterns and Competitive Landscape

The Business Research Company’s Nanocarriers Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The nanocarriers market is emerging as a crucial segment …

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Published on October 27, 2026 - 06:32 GMT

The Respiratory Biologics Market Is Projected to Grow at a 15.9% CAGR Through 2030

The Business Research Company’s The Respiratory Biologics Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The respiratory biologics market is rapidly …

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Published on October 27, 2026 - 00:30 GMT

The Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products Market is to grow to $122.99 billion by 2030, expanding at a CAGR of 19.1%

The Business Research Company’s The Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The landscape of …

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Published on October 27, 2026 - 06:32 GMT

Comprehensive Report on Inactivated Vaccines Market Including Forecasts, Innovations, and Industry Insights

The Business Research Company’s Comprehensive Report on Inactivated Vaccines Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The inactivated vaccines …

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Published on October 27, 2026 - 06:32 GMT

Precision Medicine Market Outlook Report with Segment Analysis and Strategic Industry Insights

The Business Research Company’s Precision Medicine Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The precision medicine field is rapidly …

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Published on October 27, 2026 - 11:00 GMT

Physician’s New Book Challenges the 'Pill for Every Problem' Approach to Chronic Health Conditions

“Drop Your Meds: A Physician’s Guide to Breaking Free from Medications and Other Dependencies” by Banji Awosika, MD is released with Forbes Books. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, October 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “Drop Your Meds: A Physician’s …

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Published on October 27, 2026 - 11:00 GMT

KFSH Uses Digital Twins to Let Surgeons Rehearse Patient-Specific Procedures Before Operating

RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA, October 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSH) is using digital-twin technology to let surgical teams rehearse patient-specific procedures before entering the operating room …

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Published on October 27, 2026 - 11:00 GMT

New Book 'From Lab to Launch' Gives Scientists a Road Map for Turning Research Into Real-World Innovation

Davis Farmer’s “From Lab to Launch” guides scientists through the complex journey of turning academic discoveries into market-ready innovations. CHARLESTON, SC, UNITED STATES, October 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Biotechnology executive, …

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Published on October 27, 2026 - 10:44 GMT

The Cannabis Co. Ranked No. 1 in 2026 Las Vegas Cannabis Consumer Survey

Cannabis Insider Hub research places the Arts District retailer first among qualifying Las Vegas dispensaries in its 2026 consumer study LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, October 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Cannabis Co., a recreational …

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Published on October 27, 2026 - 10:15 GMT

DTS Solution Upgrades Penetration Testing, VAPT and Red Teaming Services in Kuwait

CORF-aligned red teaming, threat-informed vulnerability assessment and penetration testing, and board-ready reporting from DTS Solution's Kuwait City team. KUWAIT CITY, KUWAIT, October 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- DTS Solution, a Beyon Cyber …

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Published on October 27, 2026 - 10:00 GMT

RMA of New York Presents 22 Research Abstracts and Receives Two Awards at 2026 ASRM Scientific Congress

Research explores reproductive aging, ovarian reserve, embryo development, and evolving approaches to family building NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, October 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- RMA of New York (RMANY), a global leader in reproductive …

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Published on October 27, 2026 - 10:00 GMT

New research reveals reproductive history is associated with day 7 blastocyst pregnancy and live birth outcomes

The findings point to personalized day 7 transfer counseling: encouraging news for first-time patients & clearer expectations for those with a failed transfer. BALTIMORE, MD, UNITED STATES, October 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new study …

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Published on October 27, 2026 - 10:00 GMT

Ovation Fertility ‘Embryo Glue’ Research Abstract Selected for Presentation at ASRM 2026

SAN ANTONIO, TX, UNITED STATES, October 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ovation® Fertility’s latest research analyzing the effectiveness of “embryo glue” as transfer media for frozen embryo transfer (FET) was presented at the 2026 American Society …

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Published on October 27, 2026 - 10:00 GMT

The Center Origin Reports Measurable Changes in Anxiety, Depression and Well-Being Following Journey Work

What happens after a psychedelic journey? New data from The Center Origin, Colorado's first licensed Natural Medicine Healing Center in Denver provides answers. DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, October 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- An analysis of …

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Published on October 27, 2026 - 09:45 GMT

US Navy Veterans Lung Cancer & Mesothelioma Advocate Encourages Navy Veterans Diagnosed with Lung Cancer or Mesothelioma ...

WASHINGTON , DC, UNITED STATES, October 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The US Navy Veterans Lung Cancer & Mesothelioma Advocate is fully committed to helping Navy Veterans nationwide who have confirmed asbestos exposure and have been …

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Published on October 27, 2026 - 09:32 GMT

Magnetic Bead DNA Extraction Advances Laboratory Workflows and Method Selection

CHANGSHA, HUNAN, CHINA, October 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- # Magnetic Bead DNA Extraction: Workflow, Benefits, and Troubleshooting Magnetic bead DNA extraction is a method that uses paramagnetic particles to capture DNA from a lysed sample …

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Published on October 27, 2026 - 09:32 GMT

RNA Purification Protocol: A Step-by-Step Guide for Reliable Results

CHANGSHA, HUNAN, CHINA, October 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- RNA purification is an essential step in many molecular biology workflows, including RT-qPCR, RNA sequencing, gene expression analysis, and other RNA-based applications. Because RNA …

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Published on October 27, 2026 - 09:30 GMT

Lilly Endowment Awards $7.5 Million to the Elizabeth Dole Foundation for Military and Veteran Caregivers

Three-year grant will help more caregivers find support WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, October 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Elizabeth Dole Foundation has received a $7.5 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to strengthen its capacity to …

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Published on October 27, 2026 - 09:20 GMT

ViaNautis Bio to present 'polyNaut: nanovesicles for systemic delivery to the CNS' at the ESGCT Annual Meeting

CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM, October 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ViaNautis Bio to present “polyNaut: non-viral, polymer-based targeted nanovesicles for systemic delivery to the central nervous system” at the ESGCT Annual Meeting …

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Published on October 27, 2026 - 09:06 GMT

Hyasen Biotech Wraps Up a Successful Genética 2026 in Florianópolis

CHANGSHA, HUNAN, CHINA, October 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Genética 2026 — the 71st Brazilian Congress of Genetics — concluded on October 2 in Florianópolis, Santa Catarina, and Hyasen Biotech is pleased to report a successful and productive showing …

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Published on October 27, 2026 - 09:06 GMT

RNA Purification Methods and Best Practices Shape Laboratory Workflow Decisions

CHANGSHA, HUNAN, CHINA, October 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- RNA purification is the foundation of virtually every downstream molecular biology application — from RT-qPCR and NGS library prep to in vitro transcription (IVT) for mRNA therapeutics. Yet …

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Published on October 27, 2026 - 09:06 GMT

Techno-Dent Clinic adds custom snoring and sleep apnoea appliances in Sandton

The two-piece oral appliance is made from a digital scan, adjusted in half-millimetre steps and needs no power, so some CPAP users keep one for power cuts SANDTON, SOUTH AFRICA, October 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Techno-Dent Clinic, the Sandton …

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Published on October 27, 2026 - 09:00 GMT

Leading U.S. Cannabis Brand Airo Launches AiroPro Inhalation System in the United Kingdom

LISBON, PORTUGAL, October 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AIRO BRANDS, Inc. (“Airo”), a U.S. company specializing in proprietary cannabis vaporization technology, together with SOMAÍ, a leading EU-GMP-certified vertically integrated Multi-Country Operator …

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Published on October 27, 2026 - 08:39 GMT

WeLaunch Expands Its AI Teams Beyond Field Services Into Healthcare Billing, Legal Billing, Payroll and Managed Services

The applied AI company, a Google Cloud Select partner, deploys specialist agents and engineers inside operating businesses to run the work. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, October 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- WeLaunch, an applied AI company that …

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Published on October 27, 2026 - 08:13 GMT

Top Endoscope Manufacturer Zhejiang Jiacheng Advances Medical Instrument Solutions

HANGZHOU, ZHEJIANG, CHINA, October 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Zhejiang Jiacheng Medical Instrument Co., Ltd. is developing its presence in the international medical endoscopy market through a product portfolio that combines rigid endoscopes, …

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