DOJ Sues CVS for Allegedly Filling Unlawful Opioid Prescriptions

The Justice Department accuses CVS of violating federal laws by dispensing controlled substances without legitimate medical purpose, contributing to the opioid crisis.

The DOJ alleges CVS filled unlawful prescriptions for controlled substances, including opioids, from 2013 to the present.
The lawsuit claims CVS ignored warnings from pharmacists and internal data about illegal prescriptions, prioritizing profits over safety.
CVS is accused of filling prescriptions from 'pill mill' providers and dispensing dangerous drug combinations known as 'trinity prescriptions.'
The company could face civil penalties, damages, and injunctive measures to prevent future violations if found liable.
CVS denies the allegations, citing its efforts to combat opioid misuse and claiming the lawsuit imposes unclear standards for pharmacy practices.

U.S. Department of Justice