The Senate Judiciary Subcommittee held a hearing this week to investigate the proposed merger between Express Scripts Inc. and Medco Health Solutions, two of the "big three" PBMs that, combined, could manage up to two-thirds of all prescriptions filled.

Health price inflation hit a 13-year low in October, according to a report that tracks the health sector's employment, spending and pricing.

The International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans have narrowed down five summaries based on the final CMS ruling

In the U.S., were so financially stressed that its literally making us sick. MetLife reports 58 percent of employers state that financial illness plays a role in employee absenteeism.So how can we improve our retirement prospects in the coming year, or at least get on the right track?

John Hancock Financial Network announced Wednesday it has become part of the Retirement Income Industry Association, a nonprofit organization focused on providing education, products, processes and advisory services for boosting retirement security.

Walmart announced Thursday it will immediately offer generic versions of Pfizer's top moneymaker drug Lipitor.

By avoiding certain open enrollment blunders, online health insurance provider eHealthInsurance says consumers may prevent themselves from going uninsured or getting stuck with a health insurance plan that is not the best match for their needs.

As we approach the end of the year, I'd like to take time to reflect on a few pieces of legislation introduced in 2011 that have potential to improve or encourage retirement planning, but may not live to see the light of day. Plus, some quirky bills that havent got...