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Larry Merlo is the chief executive officer of CVS Health. Merlo is based in the United States. Earlier roles include positions at CVS Health. Merlo was born in 1956 in Pittsburgh and educated at University of Pittsburgh and University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy.
Larry J. Merlo is the former president and CEO of CVS Health.
Recent developments
AI summary of recent coverageRecent coverage of Larry Merlo spans his tenure as CVS Health CEO, including a 2025 appearance discussing health care leadership and earlier commentary on purpose-driven leadership. The headlines also reflect his departure from the role, with coverage from 2020 noting his retirement and the appointment of his successor, as well as his earlier statements on CVS's competitive positioning and strategic initiatives in healthcare delivery and the Aetna merger.
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Key Facts
Source: Wikidata ↗- Born
- 1956 · Pittsburgh
- Citizenship
- United States
- Education
- University of Pittsburgh, University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy
Our coverage
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Larry Merlo: FAQ
- Where did Larry Merlo work previously?
- Earlier roles include CVS Health (CEO, until 2021).
- Where was Larry Merlo educated?
- Larry Merlo studied at University of Pittsburgh, University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy.