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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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Arizona AG Kris Mayes sues pharmacy benefit managers for contributing to opioid epidemic

Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes 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 office alleges that, for more than two decades, the PBM …

Source: KTAR - Arizona - Neutral
Published on 02:38 GMT

Arizona lawsuit claims drug middlemen helped drive opioid crisis

PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Arizona is going after pharmacy supply chain middlemen, claiming they drove up drug prescriptions, which contributed to the opioid crisis. Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes said Thursday her office has filed a consumer fraud lawsuit …

Source: KOLD News 13 - Arizona - Neutral
Published on 15:26 GMT

In brief: Mobility Act clears Senate, PBMs lock in, Reliable Medical buys, AAH surveys

WASHINGTON – The Choices for Increased Mobility Act, H.R. 1703, passed the U.S. Senate by unanimous consent on Sept. 30, clearing its final legislative hurdle. The bill, which will create separate HCPCS codes for manual wheelchair bases made with titanium …

Source: HME News - Neutral
Published on 01:12 GMT

AMA: PBM Market Concentration Is On the Rise

The top four PBMs controlled 75% of the national PBM market in 2024, up from 70% in 2022, according to a new analysis from the American Medical Association. The analysis is based on prescription drug plan and enrollment data from 2022 and 2024. It looked …

Source: MedCity News - Neutral
Published on 00:20 GMT

NY’s $21B ‘unclaimed funds’ database includes Mamdani, Rihanna, Yoko Ono – are you on it too?

The New York state is sitting on a $21 billion pile of cash belonging to everyday Empire State denizens, but also some of its more recognizable celebs. Money from unused gift cards, uncollected wages, tax refunds and investment sometimes fail to get into …

Source: New York Post - Right-wing
Published on Oct 1, 2026

Arizona lawsuit accuses major PBMs of fueling opioid epidemic

PHOENIX (KVOA) — The state attorney is suing two of the nation's largest pharmacy benefit managers, accusing them of deceptive practices that fueled the state's opioid epidemic. According to a consumer fraud lawsuit filed by the Arizona Attorney …

Source: KVOA - Arizona - Neutral
Published on Oct 1, 2026

Cigna unveils $3B productivity initiative, including use of AI

Cigna is embarking on a $3 billion multi-year initiative to boost productivity and fuel growth — including by using artificial intelligence, as healthcare companies continue to look for ways to harness the technology to cut costs. The initiative, unveiled …

Source: Healthcare Dive - Neutral
Published on Oct 1, 2026

How to access TRICARE benefits during a natural disaster

The end of summer brings a higher risk of hurricanes, wildfires, floods, and severe storms. These events can disrupt your healthcare and displace you from your home. TRICARE has special rules and tools to help you get care and stay on track with your …

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Published on Sep 23, 2026

Second Circuit – Removal to federal court: County of Westchester v. Express Scripts

United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit Removal to federal court — Federal Officer – Pharmacy benefit managers County of Westchester v. Express Scripts 24-1639-cv(L) Judges Leval, Bianco, and Nardini Background: The plaintiffs sued the …

Source: The Daily Record - New York - Neutral
Published on Oct 1, 2026

Longview pharmacist hopes Texas lawmakers will rein in industry’s middlemen to ‘level playing field’

On a hot August afternoon, Jon Cromer waited at the counter at Louis Morgan No. 4 pharmacy for a prescription. Pharmacist Shawn Sams quickly walked behind the counter, picked it up and handed it to him. It was ready to go. “That was quick,” Cromer said. “ …

Source: Longview News-Journal - Texas - Pending
Published on Sep 19, 2026

Arkansas pharmacies sue Express Scripts over alleged prescription underpayments

Twelve independent Arkansas pharmacies are suing Express Scripts over alleged underpayments on tens of thousands of prescription claims. The lawsuit, filed on September 15 in Missouri state court, alleges Express Scripts reimbursed the pharmacies below …

Source: Northeast Arkansas News - Neutral
Published on Oct 1, 2026

The Cigna Group (CI) Analyst/Investor Day Transcript

The Cigna Group (CI) Analyst/Investor Day September 30, 2026 8:30 AM EDT Company Participants Ralph Giacobbe - Senior Vice President of Investor Relations Brian Evanko - President, CEO & Director Matt Perlberg - Executive VP of Customer Innovation …

Source: Seeking Alpha - Indeterminate
Published on Sep 18, 2026

<![CDATA[Pharma Pulse: Independent Pharmacies Sue Express Scripts, Novo Taps Anthropic, Pharma Joins Clean Heat]]>

Welcome to Pharma Pulse, a Pharmaceutical Commerce podcast bringing you the latest insights shaping patient access, regulatory policy, and healthcare innovation. I'm your host, and let's get into today's headlines. First up, a group of …

Source: Pharmaceutical Commerce - Pending
Published on Sep 17, 2026

Express Scripts Seeks To Exit AIDS Group's Drug Rate Suit

By Rachel Riley ( September 16, 2026, 11:25 PM EDT) -- Express Scripts called on a Washington federal judge to toss a lawsuit accusing it of using its market power to bully the AIDS Healthcare Foundation into accepting lower reimbursement rates for life- …

Source: Law360 - Neutral
Published on Sep 16, 2026

Five Arkansas Pharmacies Sue Express Scripts Over Alleged Underpayments

Five pharmacies serving communities in and around the Deltaplex are among 12 Arkansas independent pharmacies suing pharmacy benefit manager Express Scripts, alleging the company repeatedly reimbursed them below minimum amounts required under Arkansas law …

Source: Deltaplex Media - Arkansas - Pending
Published on Sep 16, 2026

Express Scripts targeted by Arkansas pharmacies in first-of-its-kind lawsuit

Dive Brief: A group of independent pharmacies in Arkansas are suing Express Scripts, one of the largest pharmaceutical middlemen in the U.S., for allegedly underpaying for tens of thousands of prescriptions. The lawsuit filed Tuesday, which seeks hundreds …

Source: Healthcare Dive - Neutral
Published on Oct 1, 2026

From ‘No Network’ to Enterprise Product Leader: Renuka Bisht on Making Healthcare Make Sense

MO, UNITED STATES, October 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- At Humana, Renuka Bisht leads enterprise product strategy across complex healthcare platforms. Outside the enterprise, she is using AI to help consumers make sense of the healthcare system …

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Published on Sep 16, 2026

Express Scripts Accused Of Shorting Independent Pharmacies

By Rae Ann Varona ( September 15, 2026, 8:40 PM EDT) -- A dozen independent Arkansas pharmacies on Tuesday hauled Express Scripts into Missouri state court, accusing the pharmacy benefit management giant of continuously shorting them on prescription …

Source: Law360 - Neutral

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Published on October 2, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

PumasAI Brings AI, Scientific Machine Learning and Advanced Pharmacometric Research to ACoP 2026

Pre-conference workshop on the future of AI in pharmacometrics and four scientific poster presentations highlight PumasAI’s presence at ACoP 2026 NATIONAL HARBOR, MD, UNITED STATES, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- PumasAI, an AI-powered clinical …

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Published on October 2, 2026 - 14:57 GMT

DataMeds AI’s Corexa Pharmacy Surpasses $1 Million In Monthly Revenue

September 2026 revenue up more than 66 percent from July 2026 with expansion of retail customer base and Tollo Health pharmaceutical-adjunct product launches DataMeds AI, Inc. (NASDAQ:MEDS) TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire. …

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Published on October 1, 2026 - 21:49 GMT

Brown, LLC Helps Secure $7.5 Million Texas Whistleblower Settlement with Tris Pharma Over ADHD Drug Marketing

TX, UNITED STATES, October 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Brown, LLC, a national whistleblower and complex litigation law firm, announced a $7.5 million settlement resolving claims under the Texas Health Care Program Fraud Prevention Act (" …

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Published on October 2, 2026 - 13:46 GMT

CPPI Applauds Bipartisan Fla. Lawmakers for Pressing Fed Agencies to Protect Safe, Affordable Prescription Drug Access

Seven Florida Members of Congress Warn New Oct. 22 CBP Mail Rule Could Cut Off Patients Who Rely on Licensed Canadian Pharmacies for Critical Daily Medications HILLSBOROUGH, NJ, UNITED STATES, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Campaign for …

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Published on October 2, 2026 - 13:30 GMT

Climb Bio to Present New Data at American Society of Nephrology (ASN) Kidney Week 2026 for CLYM116 and Budoprutug

Preliminary Phase 2 data from the ongoing PrisMN study of budoprutug in primary membranous nephropathy selected for oral presentation Presentations on CLYM116 and budoprutug programs highlight advancements across the portfolio WELLESLEY HILLS, Mass., Oct. …

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Published on October 2, 2026 - 12:00 GMT

SCAN Builds a New Kind of Medicare Advantage Product Portfolio for 2027 Through Strategic Partnerships, Expanded Markets ...

LONG BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Following a historic Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) in 2026, during which SCAN Health Plan (SCAN), one of the nation’s largest not-for-profit Medicare Advantage (MA) plans, …

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Published on October 2, 2026 - 13:46 GMT

American Kidney Fund’s UCKD Summit Helps Drive Early Recognition for Rare and Genetic Kidney Diseases

ROCKVILLE, Md., Oct. 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the American Kidney Fund (AKF) is convening its seventh annual national summit on Unknown Causes of Kidney Disease (UCKD) in Washington, D.C., bringing healthcare professionals, researchers, industry …

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Published on October 2, 2026 - 11:35 GMT

HRSA approves 10 drug companies for participation in the 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program

The Department of Health and Human Services’ Health Resources and Services Administration Oct. 1 announced approval of 10 drug companies to participate in the 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program. The approved companies are AbbVie, Amgen, Astellas Pharma US, …

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Published on October 2, 2026 - 16:30 GMT

The Keg Handling Automation Market is Experiencing Rapid Growth and is Projected to Reach $1.86 Billion by 2030

The Business Research Company’s The Keg Handling Automation Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The keg handling automation market is …

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Published on October 2, 2026 - 16:30 GMT

The Global Isoprene Rubber Latex Market Is Projected to Grow at an 8.3% CAGR Over the Forecast Period

The Business Research Company’s The Global Isoprene Rubber Latex Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The isoprene rubber latex …

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Published on October 2, 2026 - 16:30 GMT

Trends and Forecast Analysis of the Intraoral X-ray Sensors Market Indicate Robust Long-Term Growth Potential

The Business Research Company’s Trends and Forecast Analysis of the Intraoral X-ray Sensors Global Market Report 2026–Market Size, Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The intraoral x- …

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Published on October 2, 2026 - 16:06 GMT

Peak Wellness Brings Elite-Level Sports Medicine and Physical Therapy Experience to Athletes in Greenwich, CT

Peak Wellness brings decades of experience in sports medicine, rehabilitation and human performance to professional athletes and aspiring athletes in CT & NY. GREENWICH, CT, UNITED STATES, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For a young …

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Published on October 2, 2026 - 16:00 GMT

CellNet™ Blood Filtration Technology Wins 2026 Edison Silver and R&D 100 Awards

CellNet™ uses water-free, solvent-free fiber treatment to combine high-performance blood filtration with cleaner manufacturing. TAIPEI, TAIPEI CITY, TAIWAN, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CellNet™, a next-generation blood filtration technology …

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Published on October 2, 2026 - 15:50 GMT

e4health Launches On-Demand Coding Services, Giving Health Systems Qualified Coding Coverage When They Need It

Flat-rate, no-minimum coding coverage meets customer demand as Black Book names e4health 2027 #1 in Clinical Denial, Appeal and Documentation Recovery Services PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- e4health, a …

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Published on October 2, 2026 - 15:45 GMT

What Will 2027 Interoperability Mean for U.S. Clinicians? OmniMD Survey Examines Practice Readiness

Survey of 412 clinicians and practice leaders: 78% of prior authorizations still go by fax, phone or portal, and 41% don't know if their EHR is ready HAWTHORNE, NY, UNITED STATES, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- National survey of 412 …

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Published on October 2, 2026 - 15:17 GMT

AION Biosystems Named Quarterfinalist in the 2026 Digital Health & AI Awards

LOWELL, MA, UNITED STATES, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AION Biosystems, maker of TempShield continuous temperature monitoring (CTM), today announced that it has been named a Quarterfinalist in the 2026 Digital Health & AI Awards in …

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Published on October 2, 2026 - 15:16 GMT

Medical Affairs Leaders Convene in Boston to Chart the Future of Digital Innovation and Ethics in Healthcare Technology

Medical Affairs Professional Society hosts Technology and Innovation Symposium on October 15, featuring Digital Medicine Society CEO Benjamin Vandendriessche. BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As artificial …

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Published on October 2, 2026 - 15:03 GMT

Nasser Medical Hospital: Gaza’s Largest Remaining Hospital Has No Syringes Left

Doctors Against Genocide warns of a total medical shutdown at the Nasser Medical Complex Gaza’s largest remaining hospital due to the Israeli government’s siege BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Doctors Against …

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Published on October 2, 2026 - 14:57 GMT

DataMeds AI’s Corexa Pharmacy Surpasses $1 Million In Monthly Revenue

September 2026 revenue up more than 66 percent from July 2026 with expansion of retail customer base and Tollo Health pharmaceutical-adjunct product launches DataMeds AI, Inc. (NASDAQ:MEDS) TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire. …

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Published on October 2, 2026 - 14:57 GMT

Unicycive Therapeutics Appoints Meredith Manning to Board of Directors

Unicycive Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:UNCY) MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA, UNITED STATES, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Unicycive Therapeutics, Inc. (“Unicycive” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: UNCY), a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing …

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Published on October 2, 2026 - 14:30 GMT

The Medical Plastic Extrusion Market is Projected to Reach $6.82 Billion by 2030 Driven by Robust Industry Expansion

The Business Research Company's The Medical Plastic Extrusion Market is Projected to Reach $6.82 Billion by 2030 Driven by Robust Industry Expansion LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The …

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Published on October 2, 2026 - 14:30 GMT

The Microinjector Market Is Projected to Grow Rapidly at a 12.9% CAGR Through 2030

The Business Research Company's The Microinjector Market Is Projected to Grow Rapidly at a 12.9% CAGR Through 2030 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The microinjector market has witnessed …

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Published on October 2, 2026 - 14:17 GMT

A Stem Cell Pathway Offers a New Route to Periodontal Bone Regeneration

Researchers show that restoring IGFBP5 reduces stem cell senescence and enhances periodontal bone regeneration through WNT5B signaling CHENGDU, SICHUAN, CHINA, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Periodontitis can damage tooth-supporting bone …

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Published on October 2, 2026 - 14:13 GMT

Rocket Doctor AI to Present at the 2026 CANTech Letter Conference in Toronto

Rocket Doctor Inc. Founder & CEO, Dr. William Cherniak to present live at 4:00 PM ET in Track 2 on October 8, 2026. Rocket Doctor AI Inc. (CSE:AIDR) VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rocket Doctor AI …

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Published on October 2, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

QABA Marks a Major Milestone with Its First Conference in Nigeria

More than 250 attendees gathered in Lagos to advance professional development, collaboration, and the continued growth of ABA in Nigeria. LAGOS, NIGERIA, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Qualified Applied Behavior Analysis Credentialing …

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Published on October 2, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

QABA Announces New Supervision and Fieldwork Tracking System

New integrated platform will strengthen documentation, transparency, and support for candidates and supervisors throughout the certification process. CA, UNITED STATES, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Qualified Applied Behavior …

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Published on October 2, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

Utah Medicaid Accepts QABA's ABAT Credential for ABA Behavior Technicians

ABAT credential is now available as a certification pathway for behavior technicians serving Utah Medicaid members. UT, UNITED STATES, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Utah Medicaid now accepts QABA certification for ABA behavior …

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Published on October 2, 2026 - 13:56 GMT

9,154 One- and Two-Star Vet Reviews: A Model Classified 70.6% of 9,149 Labeled as Mainly About How the Practice Is Run

A model classified the main reason in 9,149 one- and two-star Google reviews of 296 high-review-count veterinary practices in eight U.S. metros. TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, October 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new study of 9,154 written one- …

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