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Acquisition takes CVS into new dispensing channel

Acquisition takes CVS into new dispensing channel

WOONSOCKET, R.I. — Boosting its services for the burgeoning senior market, CVS Health has agreed to acquire Omnicare — the nation’s largest provider of pharmaceutical services to long-term care facilities — for $12.7 billion. With the acquisition, which includes $2.3 billion in debt, CVS Health will significantly expand its ability to dispense prescriptions in assisted

CVS Health to buy Omnicare for $12.7 billion

CVS Health to buy Omnicare for $12.7 billion

  WOONSOCKET, R.I. — CVS Health is entering a new market segment with a $12.7 billion deal to acquire Omnicare, a provider of pharmacy services to long-term care facilities. CVS said Thursday that the addition of Omnicare will significantly expand its ability to dispense prescriptions in assisted living and long-term care facilities, serving the senior patient population. The

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