Amazon Pharmacy, a division of the $2.48 trillion market cap retail giant Amazon (AMZN), announced Monday the expansion of its RxPass prescription subscription service to Texas, offering Prime members access to over 50 commonly prescribed medications for $5 per month with free delivery. The move comes as the company, which has achieved nearly 11% revenue growth in the past year, continues to strengthen its healthcare presence.
The service targets nearly 2 million Texans living in pharmacy deserts who manage multiple chronic conditions. Texas ranks fourth highest in the percentage of U.S. adults with three or more chronic health conditions, according to the company’s press release.
RxPass covers medications treating conditions including anxiety, diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease. The subscription price remains $5 monthly regardless of how many prescriptions a member needs. The service includes free two-day delivery and same-day service in eligible locations.
"At a time when nearly half of the U.S. population is managing chronic conditions, bringing affordable and convenient access to medications through our expansion of RxPass to customers in 48 U.S. states will help many manage their conditions more easily," said John Love, Vice President of Amazon Pharmacy.
The service is available to Medicare beneficiaries and aims to address medication adherence challenges. According to the company, nearly 89% of adults 65 and older report taking prescription medications, with more than half managing four or more prescriptions.
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