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06/24/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 06/25/2026 06:52

United States Reaches $1 Million Settlement over Waived Pharmacy Copays

United States Reaches $1 Million Settlement over Waived Pharmacy Copays

ST. LOUIS - The United States Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Missouri has finalized a civil settlement to resolve allegations that SSM Health Care, at its Saint Louis University Hospital's pharmacy, improperly waived patient copays, causing Medicare and the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program (FEHBP) to overpay for prescriptions.

Read more on https://www.justice.gov

Action Details

  • Date:June 24, 2026
  • Agency:Eastern District of Missouri
  • Enforcement Types:
    • Criminal and Civil Actions
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