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RediClinic Introduces New Services and Reaffirms its Commitment to Year-Round Service in Houston and Austin

March 16, 2009 By Leave a Comment

RediClinic LLC, the leading operator of retail-based ‘convenient care’ clinics in Houston and Austin, Texas, announced today that it will be adding five new services to its menu, with more to come later this year.

In light of MinuteClinic’s recent announcement that it is closing 90 clinics in CVS stores during the Spring and Summer months, RediClinic also reaffirmed its commitment to year-round, seven-day-a-week service at its 21 H-E-B locations in the Greater Houston and Austin areas.

New services being launched at RediClinic during the next 30 days include: steroid injections for allergy relief; Rocephin antibiotic treatment for common bacterial infections; B-12 shots for an energy boost; mononucleosis testing; and acne treatment.

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RediClinic Opens 15th Greater Houston Location, in Association With Memorial Hermann

March 6, 2009 By 1 Comment

RediClinic LLC announced today that it is opening its 15th Houston-area convenient care clinic in the new H-E-B store located at Bunker Hill and I-10. The 926-sq.-ft. clinic, featuring three exam rooms and a room specifically designed for blood draws, is the largest RediClinic in operation. According to the Convenient Care Association (CCA), it is also the largest retail-based convenient care clinic in the U.S. RediClinics are in-store facilities that offer consumers easy access to high-quality, non-acute healthcare at affordable prices.

“We are delighted to be expanding our footprint in our home market with the opening of our 15th Greater Houston clinic,” said Web Golinkin, chief executive officer of RediClinic. “The larger clinic design in H-E-B’s new Bunker Hill store enables us to treat more patients and gives us more flexibility in adding new services.”

RediClinics are staffed by certified nurse practitioners who work with local physicians to diagnose, treat and prescribe medications for common medical conditions, such as strep throat and upper respiratory infections. They also administer a broad range of preventive services, including health screenings, medical tests, immunizations and basic physical exams.

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Walk-in clinic opens in Memorial Boulevard Kroger

February 23, 2009 By Leave a Comment

The Little Clinic recently opened a convenient medical clinic inside the Kroger located at 2325 Memorial Blvd. In-store activities were held at the clinic on February 2 in celebration of this new clinic opening.

“The Little Clinic is excited to add a third clinic in Rutherford County,” said Lisa Loscalzo, executive vice president of business development of The Little Clinic. “The Now Open Celebration was a huge success and was a great way to continue to build excitement about The Little Clinic in Murfreesboro.”

The Little Clinic hosted a Now Open Celebration with free healthcare screenings, refreshments and goody bags for store patrons on February 2 and a ribbon cutting was held in conjunction with the Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce.

The Little Clinic locations are staffed with licensed and Board Certified Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioners (ARNPs) and/or Certified Physician Assistants, specialists in family practice. They are authorized to diagnose, treat and write prescriptions for common illnesses such as bronchitis, respiratory, sinus and ear infections and the flu, as well as for minor injuries. The clinics also provide services such as physicals, back-to-school and sports exams, screenings and a number of vaccinations.

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Greenwood clinic to celebrate opening on Feb. 13

February 8, 2009 By Leave a Comment

The Little Clinic is bringing convenient, affordable healthcare to the Indianapolis area with the opening of a convenient care clinic inside the Kroger located at 3100 Meridian Parke Drive, in Greenwood on Feb. 9. In-store activities will be held at the clinic on Feb. 13 in celebration of this new clinic opening.

“We are looking forward to providing the Greenwood community with quality, time efficient, affordable healthcare,” said Lisa Loscalzo, executive vice president of business development, The Little Clinic.

The Little Clinic, a leader in the convenient care industry, will be hosting a Now Open Celebration with free healthcare screenings, refreshments and goody bags for store patrons from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Kroger: 3100 Meridian Parke Drive, Greenwood.

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Humana Military expands MinuteClinic access

November 25, 2008 By Leave a Comment

Humana Military Healthcare Services has approved additional MinuteClinic locations for its Tricare military benefits customers.

Humana Military is the South Region provider of health benefits for 2.8 million active duty and retired military members and their families.

MinuteClinic health care centers are located inside CVS pharmacies. They are staffed by certified nurse practitioners, with physician oversight.

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RediClinic Opens 15th Greater Houston Location, in Association with Memorial Hermann

November 13, 2008 By Leave a Comment

RediClinic LLC announced today that it is opening its 15th Houston-area convenient care clinic in the new H-E-B store located at Bunker Hill and I-10.  The 926-sq.-ft. clinic, featuring three exam rooms and a room specifically designed for blood draws, is the largest RediClinic in operation. According to the Convenient Care Association (CCA), it is also the largest retail-based convenient care clinic in the U.S. RediClinics are in-store facilities that offer consumers easy access to high-quality, non-acute healthcare at affordable prices.

“We are delighted to be expanding our footprint in our home market with the opening of our 15th Greater Houston clinic,” said Web Golinkin, chief executive officer of RediClinic.  “The larger clinic design in H-E-B’s new Bunker Hill store enables us to treat more patients and gives us more flexibility in adding new services.”

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Walgreen opens five more health clinics

November 7, 2008 By Leave a Comment

A Walgreen Co. subsidiary opened five more clinics at its drug stores in the Phoenix area Thursday.

Take Care Health Systems now has 13 clinics in the Phoenix metro and nine in Tucson. It is one of a growing number of companies offering clinic care within grocery and drug stores nationwide and in Arizona. Other players include Bashas’ Supermarkets, CVS Pharmacy Drug Stores, Fry’s Food and Drug and Wal-Mart Stores Inc.

The Walgreen unit plans to open five more sites in the Phoenix area by the end of the year, said Nancy Zaner, regional nurse practitioner for the West/Southwest region, which includes the Arizona markets.

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Humana Military Healthcare Services Partners with MinuteClinic to Offer Innovative Services for South Region TRICARE Beneficiaries

September 30, 2008 By Leave a Comment

Humana Military Healthcare Services (HMHS), a wholly owned subsidiary of Humana Inc. and the TRICARE Contractor for the South Region, is pleased to announce an innovative service available to its beneficiaries. The addition of MinuteClinics to the HMHS network will increase access for TRICARE beneficiaries, while providing services in a timely and convenient setting. The clinics that TRICARE beneficiaries may utilize beginning October 1 are in the following locations; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and Austin, Houston, and Dallas/Fort Worth in Texas. Additional locations will be added to the network in November.

MinuteClinic healthcare centers are located inside CVS pharmacies and staffed by masters-prepared, board-certified nurse practitioners specializing in family healthcare, with physician oversight. They are trained to diagnose, treat and write prescriptions for common family illnesses and provide vaccinations. In addition, the clinics administer a series of wellness services designed to help beneficiaries identify lifestyle changes needed to improve their current and future health. Beneficiaries are able to receive services that are TRICARE covered benefits.

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Healthcare Webinar: The Role of Retail Clinics in the Healthcare Continuum

February 6, 2008 By Leave a Comment

Many hospitals, health plans and physicians are weighing the implications of retail clinics on their business and patient care. Some health systems are hedging their bets by launching their own clinics, while insurers are including selected retail clinics in their provider networks. “The Role of Retail Clinics in the Healthcare Continuum: Creating Strategies and Partnerships To Meet Consumers’ Demand,” a February 20, 2008 webinar, will examine the impact of retail clinics on healthcare providers and payors and present two case study responses to this growing marketplace trend. For more information, please visit http://www.hin.com/cgi-local/link/news/pl.cgi?retailclinicpr.

  • Scheduled Speakers: Dr. Thomas N. Atkins, medical director of Sutter Express Care, drugstore-based medical clinics that are part of Sutter Health’s network of hospitals and doctors serving Northern California, and Dr. Steven Goldberg, corporate medical director at Humana, which includes MinuteClinic in its provider network.
  • Conference Highlights: advantages and disadvantages of retail clinics and what this means for all stakeholders; how to take advantage of the opportunities that retail clinics offer; which factors to consider when deciding to partner with a retail clinic; ensuring the quality and continuity of care for members and patients seen in retail clinics; and how retail clinics will evolve in the future.

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