The program provides access to individually customized benefits for food, health products, pharmacy, nutritional services, and other social care needs.
cincinnati, December 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Kroger Health, a healthcare division of The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), and Soda Health, Inc. today announced the launch of a smart benefits program that combines Kroger Health’s services with Soda Health’s &more platform. Announced. This program allows beneficiaries of participating Medicare Advantage, Medicaid, and employer benefit programs to purchase eligible food and over-the-counter health products, as well as select pharmacies, nutritional services, and You may receive other eligible benefits. The Smart Benefits Program is operated and supported by Soda Health, a health tech company committed to changing the way benefits are used to improve individual health and reduce health inequities.
Benefit resources funded by your insurance plan can be accessed through Soda Health’s &more debit card, making it easy to purchase nutritious foods and quality health care services at participating retailers. Additionally, &more debit cards can be used to pay for medical appointments and personal utility bills.
“Soda Health’s smart benefits program within our &more platform gives more people the tools and information they need to make better, healthier choices.” james kirby, Chief Commercial Officer, Kroger Health. “We know that food has a huge impact on the health outcomes of our customers and patients. By improving access to healthy, affordable food and other health care resources, we are committed to We are committed to truly changing the way America eats.” Powered by Soda Health’s technology, the program provides personal and personal information, including reminders for health exams, vaccines, prescription refills, and suggestions for medical supplies such as blood sugar monitors. Provides tailored health recommendations.
“Together, Soda Health and Kroger Health will be able to provide localized, personalized health care to our customers,” he said. lobby knight, Co-Founder and CEO of Soda Health. “We chose to collaborate with Kroger Health to share the important role that food as medicine plays in health care. Through their services, including OptUp,® They work to empower people to make choices that impact their overall health. ”
For more information about the Smart Benefits program or the &more platform, please contact us via email. [email protected] or [email protected].
About Kroger Health:
Kroger Health, the healthcare division of The Kroger Co., is one of America’s leading retail healthcare organizations. Kroger Health and the Kroger Family of Pharmacies and Clinics operate more than 2,200 pharmacies and 220 clinics in 35 states, serving more than 17 million customers annually. Our team of 24,000 employees, including pharmacists, nurses, dieticians, and technicians, practices with the highest licenses to prevent diseases before they occur and help people live healthier lives. We believe in enabling “food as medicine” to help people. For more information, please visit www.kroger.com/health.
About Kroger:
At The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), we are Fresh forEveryone™ and dedicated to our purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit®. The company has nearly 500,000 employees across its group of companies and serves more than 11 million customers every day through a seamless shopping experience under various banner names. We are committed to building a #ZeroHungerZeroWaste community by 2025.
About Soda Health:
Soda Health, Inc. is a healthcare technology company founded with a promise to reduce health inequities. We enable people to live healthier lives by providing smart benefits that connect people to the products and services they need, when they need them. We close the health equity gap and reduce health care costs by closing the gap between the cost of living and healthier living. We partner with health plans and retailers to offer a wide range of benefits on health foods, OTC medications, transportation, and more. Soda Health not only facilitates transactions, but also understands the needs of each individual and connects people with the resources they need to live healthier lives.
Source: Kroger Company