We are bringing together the Aetna Whole
HealthSM network with CVS Health® services to deliver
unique health care to select counties in the metro Atlanta market
WOONSOCKET, R.I., Oct. 13,
2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Aetna Connected Plan
with CVS Health® is a new plan offering that will deliver CVS
Health® (NYSE: CVS) and Aetna® capabilities to the metro
Atlanta market to help members
access care when and where they need it – and at a lower cost than
a traditional plan.
The plan pairs the Aetna Whole HealthSM – Emory
Healthcare Network & Northside Hospital System network with
access to expanded services at CVS Pharmacy®*. Members can access
quality in-network providers and convenient pharmacy services in
their community, including CVS Pharmacy® and MinuteClinic®
locations, plus other in-network pharmacy and walk-in clinic*
locations in the metro Atlanta area.
With a convenient and connected member experience, mid-sized
businesses (101-300 employees) can see up to 15% targeted savings**
by pairing the Aetna Connected Plan with CVS Health® with the Aetna
Whole Health network.
"The blend of CVS Health® and Aetna® supports our metro
Atlanta members on their health
care journey through a new, innovative health care model that is
more connected, convenient and affordable," said Cindy
Follmer, President, Georgia and Gulf States Market, Aetna®.
"This plan brings together our medical, pharmacy and retail
capabilities, allowing members to get the care they need, where and
when they need it."
To illustrate better-coordinated care with the Aetna Connected
Plan with CVS Health®:
- A member can book an appointment at a MinuteClinic® location
for both their acute care needs and diagnosis and management of
chronic conditions, such as diabetes. Information from the
MinuteClinic visit can then be sent to the member's primary care
provider with the member's consent.
- Members' prescriptions can have 90-day refills, and they can
set their preferences to have CVS Pharmacy® deliver their medicine
directly to their door for free***.
- The plan provides greater choice for members. In addition to
CVS Pharmacy®, the Aetna Connected Plan with CVS Health® includes
the ability to choose other in-network retail pharmacies.*
"By providing a variety of access points, including traditional
primary care physician, digital, virtual and local resources like
MinuteClinic® through the integration of Aetna® and CVS Health®,
members have more choices to help impact their health outcomes by
receiving health care how, where and when they want it," said Dr.
Sandra Levy, Senior Director,
Clinical Solutions, Georgia and
Gulf States Market, Aetna®.
Additional CVS Health® services include:
- $0 copays for clinic services at
MinuteClinic locations****. All other in-network walk-in clinics
will bill at the primary care physician (PCP) copay.
- Access to Aetna Managed Pharmacy Network and Pharmacist Panels,
Aetna Specialty Pharmacy® network, including CVS Specialty®
pharmacy, and participating home infusion service providers,
including Coram® home infusion services.*
This offering is available in select metro Atlanta counties: Cherokee, Clayton, Cobb, Dekalb,
Forsyth, Fulton, Gwinnett, Henry and Rockdale.
*For a complete list of other participating pharmacies and
providers, visit Aetna.com and use our provider search
tool.
** Actual results may vary based on plan design, group size
and existing customers. Comparison is to Aetna® broad network
plans.
***Most prescriptions and select health care-related general
merchandise items eligible with qualifying health plans. The
delivery period does not include Sundays or United States Postal
Service holidays. Order cut-off times apply. Delivery fees may
apply at other pharmacies. Service is available at participating
locations only. Delivery is not available to every address. Coupons
and promotions may not be available with delivery orders. Other
restrictions may apply. Ask the pharmacy staff for details.
**** Includes select MinuteClinic services. Not all
MinuteClinic services are covered. Please consult benefits
documents to confirm which services are included. Members enrolled
in qualified high-deductible health plans must meet their
deductible before receiving covered nonpreventive MinuteClinic
services at no cost-share. However, such services are covered at
negotiated contract rates. This benefit is not available in all
states and on indemnity plans. Access to MinuteClinic may vary by
geography. Appointments are based on availability and not
guaranteed. Online scheduling is recommended. MinuteClinic Virtual
Care™ visits are available under this benefit.
Aetna Connected Plan with CVS Health® are
HMO-based plans in Georgia offered
and/or underwritten by Aetna Health Inc. (Georgia). CVS Health® is a
separate legal entity from Aetna Health Inc. (Georgia) and is not responsible for its
financial condition or contractual obligations.
Aetna is the brand name used for products and services
provided by one or more of the Aetna group of companies, including
Aetna Life Insurance Company and its affiliates (Aetna). Aetna®,
CVS Pharmacy® and MinuteClinic, LLC (which either operates or
provides certain management support services to
MinuteClinic-branded walk-in clinics) are part of the CVS Health®
family of companies. The CVS Health group of companies
provides certain products and services to health plans offered,
underwritten and/or administered by Aetna.
About Aetna
Aetna, a CVS Health business, serves an
estimated 34 million people with information and resources to help
them make better informed decisions about their health care. Aetna
offers a broad range of traditional, voluntary and
consumer-directed health insurance products and related services,
including medical, pharmacy, dental and behavioral health plans,
and medical management capabilities, Medicaid health care
management services, workers' compensation administrative services
and health information technology products and services. Aetna's
customers include employer groups, individuals, college students,
part-time and hourly workers, health plans, health care providers,
governmental units, government-sponsored plans, labor groups and
expatriates. For more information,
visit www.aetna.com and explore how Aetna is helping to
build a healthier world.
About CVS Health
CVS Health® is the leading health
solutions company, delivering care like no one else can. We reach
more people and improve the health of communities across America
through our local presence, digital channels and over 300,000
dedicated colleagues – including more than 40,000 physicians,
pharmacists, nurses and nurse practitioners. Wherever and whenever
people need us, we help them with their health – whether that's
managing chronic diseases, staying compliant with their medications
or accessing affordable health and wellness services in the most
convenient ways. We help people navigate the health care system –
and their personal health care – by improving access, lowering
costs and being a trusted partner for every meaningful moment of
health. And we do it all with heart, each and every day. Follow
@CVSHealth on social media.
Media contact
Jeff
Swallow
401-601-4116
jeffrey.swallow@cvshealth.com
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