MinuteClinic Recognizes National Nurse Practitioner Week And Invests In The Education And Advancement Of Clinicians Across The U.S.

Through the American Nurses Foundation, MinuteClinic helps to fund a grant for nurse practitioners who are pursuing their doctorate and conducting research into community-based health issues.  In addition, MinuteClinic supports members of its practitioner team who are conducting research as part of their doctorate studies through a series of select grants issued by an internal review board.

MinuteClinic medical clinics are staffed by nurse practitioners and physician assistants who specialize in family health care and can diagnose, treat and write prescriptions for common family illnesses such as strep throat and ear, eye, sinus, bladder and bronchial infections. Minor wounds, abrasions, skin conditions and joint sprains are treated, and common vaccinations such as influenza, tetanus, pneumonia and hepatitis A & B are available at most locations. Walk-in camp, sports, college and DOT physicals are available daily. In addition, MinuteClinic administers a series of wellness services designed to help consumers identify lifestyle changes needed to improve their current and future health, including screenings and monitoring for diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol.

MinuteClinic practitioners use a software program that at the conclusion of each visit generates educational material, an invoice and a prescription (when clinically appropriate) for the patient, as well as a diagnostic record that is sent via electronic health record, fax or mail to a primary care provider with patient permission.

MinuteClinic is open seven days a week, including weekday evening hours. No appointment is necessary, and most health care insurance is accepted.  For patients paying cash or credit, treatment prices are posted at each clinic and on www.minuteclinic.com.  The cost for most services starts at $79. 

About MinuteClinicMinuteClinic is a division of CVS Caremark Corporation (NYSE: CVS), the largest pharmacy health care provider in the United States. MinuteClinic launched the first retail medical clinics in the United States in 2000 and is the largest provider of retail clinics with more than 600 locations in 25 states and the District of Columbia. By creating a health care delivery model that responds to consumer demand, MinuteClinic makes access to high-quality medical treatment easier for more Americans. Nationally, the company has generated more than 13 million patient visits, with a 95% customer satisfaction rating. MinuteClinic is the only retail health care provider to receive three consecutive accreditations from The Joint Commission, the national evaluation and certifying agency for nearly 15,000 health care organizations and programs in the United States. For more information, visit www.MinuteClinic.com.

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