Public policy Bringing our heart to every moment of your health Improving access Reducing drug costs Expanding value-based care Advancing public health Our mission At CVS Health, our public policy objectives are determined by our mission to take on many of the country’s most prevalent and pressing health care needs by understanding and acting on what consumers want and need — personalized, people-centered care that treats them like a human being, not a number. We help people navigate the health care system – and their personal health care – by improving access, lowering costs and being a trusted partner for every meaningful moment of health. And we do it all with heart, each and every day. Transforming health care and addressing health disparities in the United States necessitates our participation in the policymaking process in the communities that we serve to ensure that the interests of our business, customers, shareholders, and colleagues are fairly represented at the local, state, and federal levels. Our approach With an unmatched local presence in communities across the country, CVS Health seeks to build and maintain productive relationships with legislators, regulators, and other government and elected officials. As a highly regulated enterprise, we educate and provide practicable input to policymakers on the many areas of public policy that affect our business and our customers. CVS Health is a member of industry groups, trade associations, and other alliances that amplify our ability to advocate on behalf of our key stakeholders. Realizing our commitment Commitment to public health: As a diversified health services company, we are also committed to helping tackle some of the country’s most pressing public health challenges. From COVID-19 testing and vaccine distribution, to reducing tobacco use and vaping, to addressing social determinants of health, we have always worked closely with policymakers in public-private partnerships to better serve the American public. Addressing systemic racism and inequity: Central to our public policy activity is our commitment to address systemic racism and inequity, particularly within the health care system. We have committed to using our position to advocate for public policy that addresses the root causes of systemic inequities and barriers, including efforts to address socioeconomic status, education, and access to health care. CVS Health is delivering the changes that health care consumers demand. Coverage + Access + Cost + Value + Actionable transparency + Expanding services + Our Public Policy Objectives Improving access to quality, affordable coverage CVS Health has a long track record of supporting affordable health coverage for all Americans. Learn more about improving access to quality, affordable coverage Lowering prescription drug prices for consumers and clients On drug prices, our advocacy remains focused on what really is the cause of high drug costs: list prices Learn more about lowering prescription drug costs Expanding access to quality-based care Quality-based care rewards providers based on the quality of care they provide, leading to better care, better health, and lower costs. Learn more about expanding value-based care Improving public health Understanding and combatting public health issues and disparities that are unique to individual communities are critical to affecting change. Learn more about improving public health Recent updates CVS Health Corporate Social Responsibility report Press Release - March 31, 2021 CVS Health COVID-19 Response Report Article - October 16, 2020 White paper: Understanding and addressing vaccine hesitancy(link is external) Health Trends Report 2021 Report - March 4, 2021 2020 Drug Trend Report(link is external) About CVS Health CVS Health is the leading health solutions company that delivers care like no one else can. We help people navigate the health care system — and their personal health care — by improving access, lowering costs and being a trusted partner for every meaningful moment of health. And we do it all with heart, each and every day. Quick links Code of Conduct Diversity Our opioid response Political activities & contributions Corporate information About Careers(link is external) Investors(link is external) Site information Accessibility Privacy policy Sitemap Terms of use Vulnerability Disclosure Program © Copyright 1999 - 2021 CVS Health Follow Us Facebook (link is external) Twitter (link is external) YouTube (link is external) LinkedIn (link is external) Instagram (link is external)