CVS Health Corporation (NYSE: CVS) is a diversified health care company that provides pharmacy, insurance and health services in the United States. Its businesses serve consumers, employers, health plans and health care providers through pharmacies, benefit programs, insurance coverage and clinical care services.
The company’s Pharmacy Services segment, led by CVS Caremark, manages prescription drug benefits for employers, insurers and government programs. CVS Pharmacy operates retail pharmacies and health-focused stores that dispense prescriptions and offer over-the-counter products, health and wellness merchandise, immunizations and related services. MinuteClinic locations provide walk-in treatment for common illnesses, routine vaccinations, screenings and other basic health care services.
Through Aetna, CVS Health offers a range of health insurance products, including employer-sponsored plans, individual coverage, Medicare and Medicaid offerings. The company also provides primary and value-based care through businesses such as Oak Street Health and Signify Health, which support care delivery and in-home or technology-enabled health assessments.
CVS Health was founded in 1963 as Consumer Value Stores in Lowell, Massachusetts, and expanded from a regional pharmacy retailer into an integrated health care company. The company completed its acquisition of Aetna in 2018, strengthening its presence in health insurance and care coordination. CVS Health is led by President and Chief Executive Officer David Joyner and primarily serves members, patients and customers throughout the United States, including Puerto Rico.
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