Philly Says PBMs Can't Exit Suit Over Opioid Crisis

By P.J. D'Annunzio · February 25, 2026, 5:53 PM EST

The city of Philadelphia on Wednesday defended its lawsuit against CVS Health Corp. and other pharmacy benefit managers over allegedly fueling the opioid crisis, urging a Pennsylvania federal judge to reject...

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Documents

Response

Case Information

Case Title

CITY OF PHILADELPHIA v. CVS HEALTH CORPORATION et al

Case Number

Court

Pennsylvania Eastern

Nature of Suit

Other Statutes: Racketeer/Corrupt Organization

Date Filed

October 30, 2025

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