Anthem Inc. drew the battle lines Monday in defense of itsproposed purchase of Cigna Corp., faulting the U.S. JusticeDepartment for refusing to see any benefit in the $48 billion dealas the blockbuster megamerger trial opened in Washington federaldistrict court.

In his opening statement, Anthem lawyer Christopher Curran ofWhite & Case sought to discredit the government’s claim thatthe combination of the two health insurers would eliminatecompetition that has lowered prices, improved care and driveninnovation.

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C. Ryan Barber

C. Ryan Barber, based in Washington, covers government affairs and regulatory compliance. Contact him at [email protected]. On Twitter: @cryanbarber

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