Article: Medco Health Solutions (NYSE: MHS) Spins-Off; Creates Largest Independent Pharmacy Benefits Company; Experienced Management, Independent Board Dedicated to Innovation and Leadership.

Medco Health Solutions Inc. , the leading pharmacy benefits manager (PBM) based on 2002 net revenue of $33 billion -- managing more prescriptions than any other company in America -- today separated from Merck & Co., Inc. It is the largest domestic corporate spin-off in more than three years.

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"Today, as a separate company with an independent board of directors, Medco Health is entering an exciting new chapter in its history. Our people are re-energized and our enterprise is rededicated to continuing the innovation and leadership that ensures our collective clients obtain affordable, ...

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