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Industry reactions to the Cigna-Express Scripts deal

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Cigna logo on building Cigna announced last week that it would pay $54 billion for Express Scripts, the latest major move in the health care sector. (Photo: AP)

Industry reaction is mixed on whether Cigna Corp.’s $54 billion deal for Express Scripts would bring greater cost efficiencies or further limit competition and choice — and ultimately raise medical expenses for everyone.

Below, an array of industry experts share their thoughts on what the deal means for the companies’ and consumers’ bottom lines.

Katie Kuehner-Hebert

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