Walgreens, in collaboration with telehealth platform provider MDLIVE, today announced an expansion of its telehealth platform to users in Colorado, Illinois and Washington. Additionally, the company announced users can now access the platform via the Walgreens website on desktop and tablet devices, in states where the service is currently offered.
Walgreens and MDLIVE first launched the platform last December through the Walgreens mobile application in California and Michigan. The service provides 24/7 access to MDLIVE’s network of U.S. board-certified doctors, and is planned to be available to users in 25 states by the end of 2015.
As connected and convenience-driven consumers are turning to telehealth as their choice to access health care services, the availability of MDLIVE via the Walgreens mobile application further strengthens both organizations’ aim to bring quality health care that is convenient and affordable to everyone, anytime, anywhere. The initiative demonstrates Walgreens commitment to health care innovation and consumer engagement while introducing virtual health visit technology through MDLIVE and empowers consumers with greater access to immediate care.
Available in both iOS and Android versions of the Walgreens mobile app, the first-of-its-kind platform enables users to consult virtually with MDLIVE physicians for a range of acute conditions. The service is already available to users in California and Michigan, with plans to rollout to additional states and markets over time.
As more connected and convenience-driven consumers are turning to telehealth as their choice to access health care services, the availability of MDLIVE through the Walgreens mobile application and desktop further strengthens both organizations’ aim to bring quality health care that is convenient and affordable to everyone, anytime, anywhere.
