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Cruz Verde will not renew contract with EPS Sanitas for medication delivery

Through a statement issued this April 11 and known by Noticias RCN, Cruz Verde announced that it will not renew the medication dispensing agreement it currently has with EPS Sanitas.

Cruz Verde will not renew contract with EPS Sanitas for medication delivery

TL;DR

  • Cruz Verde will not renew its medication dispensing contract with EPS Sanitas.
  • The contract for dispensing PBS medications for Sanitas affiliates will end on September 30th.
  • Sanitas users will not be able to collect their medications at Cruz Verde branches starting October 1st.
  • Cruz Verde has informed relevant authorities and EPS Sanitas to ensure an orderly transition.
  • Until the contract ends, Cruz Verde will continue dispensing medications as agreed and will support the EPS and its new designated pharmaceutical manager.
  • This announcement occurs during a severe healthcare crisis in Colombia, marked by patient complaints of delays and shortages.