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CVS' Caremark leans on biosimilars and AI to combat rising drug costs

By Allison Bell

"By tackling branded pharmas and equitable pricing strategies that have left Americans carrying the financial weight of global drug innovation, the government is helping to relieve a long-standing burden on U.S. consumers and businesses," David Joyner, the CVS chief executive officer, said.

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The company sees employers hoping 'co-pay-only' plans and patient advocacy services will cut costs.

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October 28, 2025

ACA sticker shock: Expiring subsidies send health plan costs soaring

With Democratic and Republican lawmakers at an impasse, the federal government shut down on Oct. 1, spurred by the need for an estimated $353 billion over a decade to continue providing enhanced ACA subsidies for roughly 24 million people.

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Better hospital performance could have saved 230,466 lives, report finds

“Navigating the complex health care system can feel daunting, but taking a proactive stance to understand where to access superior care can enhance your health care journey and overall experience," said Dr. Alana Biggers, a medical advisor at Healthgrades.

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