Primary Care Plans Put Walmart Back in the Health Care Spotlight

Last week, the retail giant confirmed plans to open up a new health clinic, dubbed Walmart Health, in Georgia. CNBC first reported the news on Thursday.

While exact details aren’t entirely clear, so far it’s known that the company’s new clinic will be staffed with certified nurse practitioners and include primary care, dental services, health care counseling, lab tests, X-rays, wellness checks and management of ongoing conditions. The cost of an appointment will range from $59 to $99, though Walmart...