Bil and Shanon Schmidtknecht have been passionately speaking out against PBMs and fighting for reforms since their 22-year-old son, Cole, died last January after he couldn't afford his Advair prescription at a Walgreens pharmacy in Wisconsin because of an insurer/PBM's formulary decision. Accusing OptumRx of negligence and violating several different Wisconsin statutes, the Schmidtknechts this week filed a federal lawsuit seeking punitive damages. "The conduct of both OptumRx and Walgreens was deplorable," says a statement from the family's attorney. "The evidence in this case will show that both OptumRx and Walgreens put profits first, and are directly responsible for Cole's death." Learn more about the lawsuit via WBAY and watch our digital advertisement that helps to amplify their story.
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