ASCAP<\/a>) has announced that it has launched “a new virtual care offering as part of its ASCAP Wellness Program, which includes a broad range of health and well-being benefits provided exclusively to its members. Through a collaboration with\u00a0MD Live\u00a0by Evernorth, a leading provider of virtual health care services in the U.S., ASCAP members and their eligible dependents can engage in virtual visits with board-certified MD Live clinicians for mental health, dermatology, or 24\/7 urgent care\u2014all at discounted pricing.”<\/p>\n\u201cWe know that health and wellness are foundational to creative work and longevity in our industry, but many music creators struggle to access and afford health insurance,\u201d said\u00a0ASCAP Chief Strategy and Digital Officer Nick Lehman (pictured).\u00a0\u201cThat is why it\u2019s important for us to launch this service for our members, providing easy access to high-quality care at very reasonable costs \u2013 regardless if they have insurance or not.\u00a0 As the only truly creator-first PRO in the US, our commitment to our members is to support them with the resources they need to be at their creative best.\u201d<\/p>\n
“We understand that the work and life of a music creator is uniquely challenging right now. Creators face stress from many angles, demanding schedules, rejection, isolation and uncertainty in their creative and business lives,” Lehman told MC<\/em>.\u00a0“That is why it\u2019s important for us to launch this service for our members, providing easy access to high-quality care at very reasonable costs.”<\/p>\nAccording to a company statement, “MD Live has a national network of board-certified doctors, pediatricians, dermatologists, psychiatrists and therapists who provide personalized care for medical and mental health needs. ASCAP members can sign up for access to MD Live virtual care services through the\u00a0ASCAP Member Access\u00a0portal.”<\/p>\n
\u201cVirtual care is a huge benefit for people with busy lives who want to stay on top of their health,\u201d said\u00a0Vontrelle Roundtree, MD, MPT, Associate Chief Medical Officer, MD Live. \u201cBy connecting with doctors via phone or video calls, we can empower ASCAP members to take control of their health without sacrificing convenience.\u201d<\/p>\n
ASCAP announced the new virtual care benefit at its February 12 annual Membership Meeting held at Skirball Cultural Center in Los Angeles.
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