Question.3552 - Instructions: Antitrust Case (February 2022) The Department of Justice has filed a civil lawsuit to stop the $13 billion merger between UnitedHealth Group and Change Healthcare. Why would the Justice Department be concerned about this merger? What are the considerations in considering whether a merger is anticompetitive, and perhaps contrary to the public interest. What are other examples of mergers in healthcare where antitrust issues have been considered or should be considered? Resources Antitrust Laws United Group Acquisition Healthcare Healthcare Finance QuestionsBe sure to support your arguments. What type of mergers should be prevented in healthcare? What are the benefits of mergers and consolidation, for the companies? for patients? Are there sectors of healthcare that are closer to perfect competition than others, i.e., is there a spectrum of competitiveness?
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