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Disruptors in retreat: Walmart Health and Optum Virtual Care shut down

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In a swift reversal, Walmart announced its decision to close all 51 health centers and its virtual care offering on April 30, citing low profitability due to “the challenging reimbursement environment and escalating operating costs.” A Walmart spokesperson said the virtual service “no longer makes sense to operate” given the clinics’ closure.

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