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Key Takeaways Streamlining prior authorization and partnerships like Novo Nordisk may enhance customer satisfaction and boost revenue through efficient operations and increased prescription volumes. Exiting underperforming businesses and adopting transparent pricing might stabilize margins and improve profitability through operational improvements and digital engagement.

CVS Health has just faced a stock decline of about 10% after its preliminary Q3 earnings miss, which made the entire market aware. The decline is contributed largely to a $1.1 billion charge connected with its Medicare and Individual Exchange businesses and a whopping $1.2 billion restructuring charge for store closures.

Bulls CVS' diverse operations create the opportunity to view a patient more holistically by managing both medical and pharmacy benefits, which could lead to revenue and cost synergies for the organization. The firm's entry into provider services has the potential to improve returns for all of CVS' segments if it can help patients more easily and cost-effectively manage chronic conditions through early intervention.