DENVER — Modivcare Inc., a healthcare services company integrating technology into personalized care, has joined forces with Aetna Better Health of Illinois, a CVS Health company, to roll out enhanced Higi Smart Health Stations across community partner locations in Illinois. These stations are designed to make healthcare more accessible and equitable, especially for underserved communities.
The user-friendly, self-service stations are now available to the public, including Aetna Better Health of Illinois members, at select community-based partner sites. Initially deployed at five community organizations, the program is set to expand to 15 locations, offering a range of services including health metric monitoring, education on chronic conditions, and access to personalized health surveys and recommendations.
“We are thrilled to deepen our relationship with Aetna Better Health of Illinois, leveraging our Higi Stations and platform to deliver technology-driven care access and community engagement solutions,” said L. Heath Sampson, President and Chief Executive Officer of Modivcare. “This collaboration is a testament to our shared commitment to improving healthcare access and equity for under-resourced communities. By providing self-service Smart Health Stations, we empower individuals to better understand and monitor their health risks, connect with educational programs and in the future, engage directly with virtual care providers through the platform’s telehealth capabilities. The future of healthcare demands broader access and smarter use of clinical resources. This scalable, tech-enabled model reflects where the industry is headed – and where Modivcare is leading. Together with Aetna Better Health of Illinois, we are making a significant difference in the health and well-being of our communities.”
Rushil Desai, CEO of Aetna Better Health of Illinois, emphasized the potential for technology to drive meaningful health improvements. “Through our expanded collaboration with Modivcare, we can improve the health and well-being of our members through emerging technology and access,” he said. “Our work together opens a new opportunity to address the critical needs of the community and our members. These self-service stations allow our members to measure key health metrics, facilitate self-screening and enable members to connect to a provider in community centers. Our joint efforts positively impact the lives of individuals and families across Illinois, including those that can’t find a doctor, by providing easy-to-use tools to help promote prevention, manage chronic conditions and connect to healthcare resources. We look forward to further empowering our members to live healthier lives through our expanded collaboration with Modivcare.”
Modivcare and Aetna Better Health of Illinois are proud to collaborate with several esteemed, community-based organizations to host the Higi Stations and become new access points for care. Current locations include:
- Rincon Family Services
- Supportive Reentry Network Collaborative
- The Kindness Campaign
- Vermillion County Healthcare Collaborative
- Westside Health Authority
“We're thrilled to collaborate with Modivcare and Aetna Better Health of Illinois in offering the Higi Smart Health Stations at Rincon Family Services,” said Eddy F. Borrayo, President/CEO of Rincon Family Services. “Every day, approximately 120 clients walk through our doors at this location, and this kiosk will provide them with valuable access to health screenings and personalized health information. This initiative is aligned with our priority to provide tools that improve the health and wellness of the clients we serve. It empowers our community by offering a convenient and no-cost way to monitor their health, bridge gaps in care, and improve overall well-being. By integrating this innovative technology into our services, we’re making a direct impact on the lives of those we serve, especially for those who may face barriers to accessing traditional healthcare.”
For more information, visit: www.aetnabetterhealth.com/illinois-medicaid.
