Kroger’s new benefits program expands access to affordable food

Healthcare DIVE December 7, 2023
Catherine Douglas Moran

The program lets Medicare Advantage, Medicaid and other employer benefits program recipients use services at the grocer’s pharmacies as well as buy eligible food and over-the-counter items.

Dive Brief:

• Kroger announced Thursday it has partnered with healthcare technology company Soda Health on a personalized benefits program for social care needs, food, health products, pharmacy and nutrition services.
• The new Smart Benefits Program, which is operated by Soda Health and relies on Kroger Health’s services, allows participating Medicare Advantage, Medicaid and employer benefits program recipients to access certain pharmacy, nutrition services and other benefits at the grocer’s pharmacies as well as buy eligible food and over-the-counter health items.
• The program furthers the work by Kroger’s healthcare arm to address...

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