CVS Health Virtual Primary Care has been announced as a new initiative to help expand access to care and deliver on-demand support to those who need it most. The brand is rolling out the program to Aetna commercial members across the US who are enrolled in fully insured and self-insured health plans. The program will enable a member to schedule in a visit with a primary care professional from the provider they select, while also providing access to quick care on a 24/7 basis for a variety of common illnesses and infections.
Senior Vice President of Retail Health at CVS Health Creagh Milford spoke on CVS Health Virtual Primary Care saying, "CVS Health Virtual Primary Care offers a more connected health care experience that supports patients throughout their health care journey. By taking a care team approach and utilizing technology, we can provide more longitudinal and holistic care to create stronger relationships between patients and their providers.”
What's Driving This Trend
- Virtual Primary Care
- Virtual primary care is disrupting traditional healthcare models and providing on-demand support to patients.
- On-demand Healthcare
- On-demand healthcare is increasing accessibility and convenience for patients who require fast access to healthcare professionals.
- Connected Healthcare
- Connected healthcare is creating stronger relationships between patients and their healthcare providers through a team approach and technology.
Who This Affects Most
- Healthcare
- The healthcare industry is being disrupted by virtual primary care and on-demand healthcare services.
- Insurance
- The insurance industry can benefit from virtual primary care by offering more comprehensive and cost-effective plans to customers.
- Technology
- Technology companies can explore opportunities in the healthcare industry by providing connected healthcare solutions to enhance patient care and experience.
