McKesson acquires CoverMyMeds

McKesson on April 3 completed its acquisition of CoverMyMeds, a Columbus, Ohio-based provider of electronic prior authorization solutions.

Advertisement

McKesson and CoverMyMeds entered the acquisition agreement on Jan. 24. At the time, McKesson said it planned to acquire CoverMyMeds for roughly $1.1 billion, or $0.9 billion net of incremental cash tax benefits.

In January, CoverMyMeds said it would continue to operate as an independent business unit under its existing leadership team after the transaction closed.

More articles on health IT:
McAfee reestablishes as standalone company
AMIA presents 17 health IT policy recommendations on Capitol Hill
3 things C-suite leaders should know before adopting blockchain

Becker’s 3rd Annual Fall Chief Pharmacy Officer Summit is the top tier event that the people leading the future of pharmacy convene. This 3-day event is built specifically for Chief Pharmacy Officers and senior pharmacy leaders. The sessions examine the workforce, financial and clinical priorities shaping pharmacy today. Becker’s is where candid discussions flourish and new ideas thrive. Becker's 3rd Annual Fall Chief Pharmacy Officer Summit

Advertisement

Next Up in Health IT

Advertisement

Comments are closed.