Calpers is switching to CVS from OptumRx, which is part of UnitedHealth Group. The California pension fund said it chose CVS Caremark because it offered more affordable benefits than other vendors.

CVS Health’s Caremark business signed a new pharmacy benefits contract with the California Public Employees’ Retirement System, known as Calpers.

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