Healthcare DIVE March 1, 2024
Emily Olsen

The primary care chain will shutter its remaining clinics in the state on April 19, marking the latest closures as Walgreens cuts costs.

Dive Brief:

  • Walgreens-backed VillageMD will exit its home market in Illinois on April 19, a company spokesperson confirmed to Healthcare Dive on Thursday.
  • The primary care provider currently has six locations in the state, all in the Chicago area, according to VillageMD’s website. One location, in Elk Grove, Illinois, just opened in August.
  • Last week, Walgreens confirmed it would close its remaining VillageMD locations in Florida, which was previously one of the chain’s larger markets.

Dive Insight:

Walgreens is shutting down dozens of clinics as it works to trim expenses and speed...

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