WOONSOCKET, R.I., May 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- CVS Pharmacy,
the retail division of CVS Health (NYSE: CVS), today announced an
upgrade to its CarePass membership program, with prescription
delivery within hours now free for eligible CarePass members with
an eligible prescription through an expanded partnership with the
delivery service Shipt.
With the addition of free same-day delivery CarePass members enjoy
access to their prescriptions in a matter of hours.
CarePass is a paid membership program of exclusive benefits
that delivers industry-leading value and convenience to CVS
Pharmacy customers. With the addition of free same-day delivery
CarePass members enjoy access to their vital prescriptions in a
matter of hours. Members may also add everyday wellness essentials
to their prescription delivery, including select items from
categories like vitamins, digestive health, pain relief, first aid,
grocery and more. Non-CarePass members may also choose same-day
prescription delivery for $7.99.
This upgrade to the prescription delivery benefit is in addition
to a list of already-available benefits of a CarePass membership,
including access to a 24/7 pharmacist helpline, 20 percent off CVS
Health brand products and free 1-2 day shipping on CVS.com. Plus,
as a special thank you, members receive a $10 Promo Reward every month, which can be spent
on health, beauty, or everyday essentials in the store or online.
CarePass launched nationally in August of 2019 and customers
may join in-store and at cvs.com/CarePass for just $5 per month, or at a discounted annual
membership fee of $48.
"The member response to the CarePass program is tremendous,"
said Neela Montgomery, President of
CVS Pharmacy and Executive Vice President, CVS Health. "Our goal is
to continuously evolve CarePass to meet our customers' changing
needs. By speeding up prescription delivery for CarePass members to
a matter of hours, we're offering additional convenience for the
millions of members who've opted into the program."
"We're thrilled to expand our work with CVS to include free
same-day delivery with CarePass, helping to meet the needs of even
more CVS Pharmacy patients," said Shipt CEO, Kelly Caruso. "Our trusted network of 300,000
Shipt Shoppers deliver items safely and with care, which is
critical for sensitive items like prescriptions. We look forward to
collaborating with CVS Pharmacy on this effort."
Same-day delivery by Shipt is currently offered at nearly 8,000
CVS Pharmacy stores in 47 states for eligible prescription drug
orders with qualifying prescription benefit programs and
insurance plans. For details on availability, visit the Store
Locator or call your local CVS Pharmacy. For more information about
CarePass or to sign up, visit www.cvs.com/carepass/join or stop
into your local CVS Pharmacy.
About CVS Pharmacy
CVS Pharmacy, the retail division of CVS Health, is
America's leading retail pharmacy with nearly 10,000
locations, including over 1,700 pharmacies inside of Target and
Schnucks grocery stores. We are committed to delivering innovative
health solutions that create a simpler, more accessible experience
for patients, customers, and caregivers. CVS Pharmacy is the only
national pharmacy to remove tobacco products from its shelves
and has taken a leadership role in responding to the COVID-19
pandemic by making testing and vaccinations available at locations
across the United
States. For the latest product and service
offerings, visit www.cvs.com or download the CVS
Pharmacy app.
Media contact
Matt Blanchette
401-524-5568
Matthew.blanchette@cvshealth.com
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