St. Vincent Launches Online Platform
Ascension St. Vincent has launched its new Ascension Online Care platform. The program allows people to receive medical attention through a videochat using a computer or mobile device.
The online program grants 24/7 access to users. The cost of a visit is $49 and does not require insurance.
With this new online platform, Ascension St. Vincent offers a comprehensive virtual care option for urgent, episodic and non-emergency needs.
The online service is connected to the network of doctors and specialists at Ascension St. Vincent and officials say Ascension Online Care can be used to treat:
- cold/flu
- fever
- sinus or upper respiratory infections
- non-life-threatening allergic reactions
- seasonal allergies
- sore throat/cough, and more
“We are committed to offering access points that open the front door to our services to those who need it most, and this campaign is a great example of our brand promise of delivering compassionate, personalized care for those we serve,” said Nick Ragone, executive vice president and chief marketing and communications officer, Ascension in a news release. “Ascension Online Care is our first Ascension-branded consumer access product, and our marketing campaign is designed to build broad awareness among those who need greater access to care from home, at a lower cost, or simply at a more convenient time.”