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CVS is paying $36.5 million to settle claims it overbilled Medicaid for insulin over a decade, refilling prescriptions early or exceeding doses to bill for more than medically needed—money meant for patient care instead ended up lining corporate pockets. Twenty-five million goes back to state Medicaid programs across 37 states, showing a united front against misuse of public funds, and raising broader questions about healthcare billing ethics. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/9d2a43005eb0ab14

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