CVS Health to Administer No-Cost COVID-19 Vaccines at 10 Select CVS Pharmacy Locations in Maine

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CVS Health will begin administering COVID-19 vaccines at 10 selected pharmacy locations in Maine starting April 14, 2021. Appointments can be booked from April 13, with eligibility for K-12 teachers, staff, and childcare workers. CVS aims to provide vaccines at over 6,000 locations nationwide, enhancing accessibility for up to 70% of the U.S. population within a 5-mile radius. The company can administer 25 million doses monthly, free for those with insurance or through the federal program for the uninsured. This initiative supports community reopening efforts post-pandemic.

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• Initiating COVID-19 vaccinations at 10 locations in Maine, increasing public health support.
• Plans to offer vaccines at over 6,000 locations across 49 states, improving vaccination accessibility.
• Capacity to administer up to 25 million vaccine doses monthly, aligning with national vaccination goals.

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WOONSOCKET, R.I., April 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- In an ongoing effort to expand access to COVID-19 vaccines and help the country move forward from the pandemic, CVS Health (NYSE: CVS) today announced that it will begin vaccinating eligible populations on Wednesday, April 14 at 10 select CVS Pharmacy locations in Maine.

For the select retail locations that will begin to offer COVID-19 vaccinations on April 14, appointments will start to become available for booking on Tuesday, April 13, as stores receive shipments of vaccine. Vaccines at participating CVS Pharmacy locations in Maine will be administered to individuals meeting state criteria, as well as K-12 teachers and staff and childcare workers. Patients must register in advance at CVS.com or through the CVS Pharmacy app, and people without online access can contact CVS customer service: (800) 746-7287. Walk-in vaccinations without an appointment will not be provided.

"We're proud to play a part in increasing access to the vaccine to as many people as possible to enable reopening efforts in the communities we serve," said Neela Montgomery, President of CVS Pharmacy and Executive Vice President, CVS Health. "Feedback on every aspect of the vaccination process has been incredibly positive, from the digital experience to interacting with our team of health care professionals whose incredible efforts are helping to move us one step closer towards a healthier post-COVID world."

There is no cost for the vaccine to patients with insurance or through the federal Health Resources and Services Administration program for uninsured patients.

Participating CVS Pharmacy locations are in the following Maine communities: Augusta, Biddeford, Brunswick, Cape Elizabeth, Freeport, Kennebunk, Lewiston, Portland, Sanford, and Westbrook.

As of April 14, subject to supply, CVS Health will be administering vaccines at over 6,000 CVS Pharmacy stores across 49 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., with 70% of the U.S. population within 5 miles of these locations. The pace of vaccinations is expected to accelerate as more supply becomes available through the Federal Retail Pharmacy Program and as the CDC's new vaccine eligibility plan is implemented, which will guarantee all U.S. adults to be eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine beginning on April 19. CVS Pharmacy has the capacity to administer up to 25 million shots per month.

Multimedia assets, including b-roll and still photography from long-term care facility and in-store COVID-19 vaccinations, are available here. More information on steps CVS Health has taken to address the pandemic is available at the company's frequently updated COVID-19 resource center.

About CVS Health
CVS Health is a different kind of health care company. We are a diversified health services company with nearly 300,000 employees united around a common purpose of helping people on their path to better health. In an increasingly connected and digital world, we are meeting people wherever they are and changing health care to meet their needs. Built on a foundation of unmatched community presence, our diversified model engages one in three Americans each year. From our innovative new services at HealthHUB® locations, to transformative programs that help manage chronic conditions, we are making health care more accessible, more affordable, and simply better. Learn more about how we're transforming health at www.cvshealth.com.

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Mary.Gattuso@CVSHealth.com

 

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FAQ

When does CVS start COVID-19 vaccinations in Maine?

CVS will begin COVID-19 vaccinations in Maine on April 14, 2021.

How can I book a COVID-19 vaccine appointment at CVS?

Appointments can be booked starting April 13, 2021, through CVS.com or the CVS Pharmacy app.

What are the eligibility criteria for COVID-19 vaccinations at CVS?

Eligible individuals include K-12 teachers, staff, childcare workers, and those meeting state criteria.

How many COVID-19 vaccine locations does CVS have?

CVS plans to administer vaccines at over 6,000 locations nationwide.

Is there a cost for the COVID-19 vaccine at CVS?

The vaccine is available at no cost for patients with insurance or through the federal program for uninsured individuals.