As part of a first-of-its-kind initiative, Costco has agreed to offer Medicare plans to select members. The company is partnering with SCAN Health Plan, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit Medicare Advantage providers focused on senior health care. Under the partnership, the companies will launch a “suite of senior-focused” insurance products over the coming years, pending regulatory approval.
The suite could include a revamped pharmacy experience, MedFlex over-the-counter pharmacy benefits, vision coverage, audiology and hearing benefits, and more. According to The Wall Street Journal, the plans will be sold at Costco stores and also made available through insurance agents and websites.
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The companies haven’t revealed when exactly the plan will be available. Currently, SCAN serves members across 33 counties in California, Arizona, Nevada, Texas, New Mexico and Washington. It has close to 46,000 members, and when affiliated programs and entities are included, the broader SCAN Group network reaches roughly 500,000 members and patients, according to the company.
SCAN Health said the initiative was designed to address the “disjointed experience that many seniors face accessing care and services” and will “bring more value and better experience to seniors as they navigate their health insurance.”
“For the millions of older adults who rely on Medicare Advantage, the future of the program depends on strong partnerships that make healthcare more accessible, more connected and more seamlessly integrated into everyday life,” Dr. Sachin Jain, CEO of SCAN Group and SCAN Health Plan, said in a statement.
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“Older adults want healthcare that is easier to navigate, more responsive to their needs and rooted in organizations they trust. Our expanded partnership with Costco will give us a strong foundation to explore new ways to help people stay healthy and independent while delivering the quality, value, and service both of our organizations are known for.”
Costco CEO Ron Vachris also said that partnership with SCAN serves as an extension of the company’s commitment to providing value to its customers.
“For more than 40 years, Costco has consistently listened to our Members and earned their trust delivering consistent value on essential goods and expanding our health service offerings,” he added. “Selecting SCAN as our partner to deliver a better healthcare experience for seniors, is an extension of that commitment. We have developed a shared understanding of what matters most to the seniors we serve. Deepening our partnership allows us to build on that foundation and create value for our Members.”