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Summer Health and Aetna Better Health Collaborate for Pediatric Care

In a significant move aimed at enhancing healthcare access for children, Summer Health, a foremost provider of digital health solutions, has formally partnered with Aetna Better Health® of Illinois, a branch of CVS Health. This collaboration focuses on improving the accessibility of pediatric care for members, enabling children to receive timely healthcare without unnecessary barriers.

As the first managed care organization in Illinois to roll out such a platform for younger Medicaid members, Aetna Better Health is revolutionizing how pediatric healthcare is delivered. The digital platform allows parents to connect with pediatricians easily, addressing their children’s health needs promptly and effectively. This initiative is particularly crucial in today's fast-paced world, where parents often find it challenging to coordinate on-site visits for urgent care or wellness appointments.

With this new system, Aetna Medicaid members in Illinois can engage with healthcare professionals effortlessly through a state-of-the-art digital platform at no cost. This not only enhances convenience for families but significantly decreases the strain of health-related absenteeism, ultimately resulting in fewer sick days for both children and parents alike.

The partnership aims to drastically reduce the reliance on emergency rooms for non-critical issues by providing immediate access to pediatric consultations. Parents can seek advice and treatment for their children's health concerns before they escalate, ultimately leading to cost savings for families and improved health outcomes for the children involved. With fewer emergency visits required, the financial burden on families is also lifted, mitigating healthcare costs and claims pressures. Moreover, Summer Health's ability to streamline healthcare visits through digital access alleviates the overload on emergency services, allowing those focused on critical needs to receive appropriate care. This efficient use of healthcare resources fosters better overall community health outcomes.

Ellen DaSilva, CEO and founder of Summer Health, emphasized the commitment of both organizations to improve the health and wellbeing of children and families across the state.