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CVS Health Corporation (NYSE: CVS) is an American healthcare conglomerate that encompasses CVS Pharmacy, a widespread retail pharmacy chain, CVS Caremark, a premier pharmacy benefits manager (PBM), and Aetna, a leading health insurance provider. With over 9,000 retail locations across the U.S., CVS Health offers a diverse range of healthcare services aimed at enhancing accessibility and affordability.
Operations and Services
CVS Health's core activities revolve around its retail pharmacy operations, which include prescription services and an array of health and wellness products. It processes approximately 2 billion adjusted claims annually through CVS Caremark, ensuring efficient PBM services. Aetna, serving about 26 million medical members, complements CVS with comprehensive health insurance plans.
Recent Developments
In recent news, CVS Health has achieved significant milestones:
- Financial Results: The company reported strong fourth-quarter and full-year financial results for 2023, reflecting its robust position in the healthcare market.
- Affordable Housing Initiatives: CVS Health has invested nearly $35 million in equity investments to develop affordable housing in Hawaii, addressing urgent community needs post-natural disasters.
- Medicaid Services: Aetna Better Health of Michigan, part of CVS Health, has been recommended to continue serving Medicaid and CHIP beneficiaries under Michigan’s new Comprehensive Health Care Program (CHCP).
Strategic Acquisitions
CVS Health's acquisition of Oak Street Health adds primary care services to its offering, fostering synergies across its business lines. This strategic move aligns with its mission to provide seamless healthcare solutions, emphasizing convenience and comprehensive care.
Community Impact
CVS Health is committed to enhancing community health through local presence and digital channels. Its investments in affordable housing and educational programs in Hawaii exemplify its dedication to addressing social determinants of health.
Upcoming Events
The company will hold a conference call on May 1st, 2024, to discuss the first-quarter financial results of 2024, offering insights into its ongoing strategies and performance.
With over 300,000 dedicated professionals, including 40,000+ healthcare providers, CVS Health continues to be a trusted partner in health, improving lives with every significant moment of care.
CVS Health has launched MinuteClinic Video Visits in Nevada, extending its telehealth services available 24/7 in 49 states and Washington, DC. This service allows patients to receive non-emergency health care via video calls, offering COVID-19 screenings and treatment for minor illnesses and injuries. Each session costs $59 and is designed for those without insurance, while most Aetna plans cover it. The service uses technology from Teladoc, connecting patients with board-certified providers licensed in their state for quality, evidence-based care.
CVS Health Corporation (NYSE: CVS) has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.50 per share on its Common Stock. This dividend will be paid on August 2, 2021, to stockholders on record as of July 23, 2021. CVS Health emphasizes its commitment to enhancing healthcare accessibility and affordability through innovative services and community presence, all aimed at improving overall health outcomes.
On June 29, 2021, U.S. News & World Report, in partnership with the Aetna Foundation, published its fourth annual Healthiest Communities rankings. The top five communities, led by Los Alamos County, New Mexico, excelled in metrics such as housing, population health, and infrastructure. The rankings include insights into COVID-19 vaccine rates and discuss equity issues affecting health outcomes. The initiative is part of a $100 million commitment by CVS Health to enhance community health.
CVS Pharmacy announced a major update to its ExtraCare Rewards program, transitioning to a 2% back rewards system delivered immediately after transactions instead of quarterly. Starting July, members will see rewards in the CVS App and on receipts, enhancing user experience. Additionally, the program introduces a birthday benefit for its 74 million members, offering $3 in ExtraBucks Rewards. Enhanced app functionality allows users to track rewards conveniently. Special freebies will be available through the app throughout late June and July, celebrating these changes.
Aetna, part of CVS Health (NYSE: CVS), has received approval to expand its Medicare-Medicaid Alignment Initiative (MMAI) statewide in Illinois, effective July 1, 2021. This expansion aims to provide coordinated care for dual-eligible individuals and follows extensive planning by the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services in collaboration with CMS. Aetna is the sole health plan approved for the MMAI across all Illinois counties. Enrollment begins in June 2021, with passive enrollment occurring in phases for multiple cohorts.
CVS Health has launched its first MinuteClinic locations in Utah, expanding its nationwide CVS HealthHUB initiative. These clinics offer high-quality, affordable care without the need for appointments, catering to patients aged 18 months and older. The clinics provide various services, including treatment for common illnesses, wellness screenings, and telehealth options. CVS aims to enhance healthcare accessibility with these locations, which feature expanded operational hours and a broad range of health and wellness products.
CVS Health has successfully installed time delay safe technology in all 355 CVS Pharmacy locations in Georgia. This initiative aims to reduce pharmacy robberies, particularly for controlled substances like opioids. Previously implemented in 2015, time delay safes led to a 70% decrease in robberies in Indianapolis, and a 50% decline across 18 states. The system serves as a deterrent for potential robbers and enhances the safety of both employees and customers. CVS Health continues to address the opioid epidemic through various community initiatives, including drug disposal programs.
CVS Health announced a new #OneStepCloser sweepstakes, starting June 1, 2021, for customers who have received or will receive a COVID-19 vaccination through their services. Participants can win weekly and grand prizes totaling over a thousand rewards, including cruises and Super Bowl tickets, aimed at encouraging vaccination. More than 17 million doses have been administered nationwide, with CVS locations easily accessible to 85% of the U.S. population. The sweepstakes ends July 10.
CVS Health Corporation (NYSE: CVS) announced that CEO Karen Lynch will participate in a fireside chat with investors at the Goldman Sachs 42nd Annual Healthcare Conference on June 9, 2020, at approximately 10:30 am EST. CVS Health is a diversified health services company with over 300,000 employees, focused on improving healthcare accessibility and affordability through innovative services like HealthHUB locations.
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