Walmart Health Closing All Clinics

In a sharp reversal of strategy, Walmart announced it will close all of its health clinics and end its virtual care platform.  According to an article published in Modern Healthcare on April 30, 2024, the retail giant attributed this shutdown of Walmart Heath to reimbursement challenges and escalating operating costs that made the business model unstainable.  Walmart Health operated 51 clinics that provided primary care, dental, behavioral health, lab, X-ray, and telehealth services.  All 51 clinics currently in operations will close within the next 90 days.  Walmart will continue to operate its pharmacies and vision centers.