Choice Privileges® Introduces Unique Telemedicine Program to Its Members
Choice Privileges, the loyalty program from worldwide lodging franchisor Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) has chosen to partner with National Benefit Plans, Ltd. in offering a cutting edge telemedicine program through 1-800MD. 1-800MD, the national leader in the Telemedicine Industry, provides fast, convenient, 24/7/365 access to quality medical care via access to U.S.
Choice Privileges, the loyalty program from worldwide lodging franchisor Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) has chosen to partner with National Benefit Plans, Ltd. in offering a cutting edge telemedicine program through 1-800MD. 1-800MD, the national leader in the Telemedicine Industry, provides fast, convenient, 24/7/365 access to quality medical care via access to U.S. based, licensed, board certified physicians over the telephone or through secure email and bi-directional video, at anytime, from anywhere.
For only $120 annually (a $60 savings), Choice Privileges members who join 1-800MD earn 2,500 bonus points. These points can be use towards free nights, car rentals, other travel rewards and more. The services that 1-800MD provides to Choice Privileges members is an additional benefit that furnishes members the peace of mind that acute medical problems can be addressed in a convenient and money saving fashion, whether traveling or at home. This partnership is the result of a continued effort by Choice Privileges to provide members the latest in affordable and attractive products and services. Choice Privileges members have come to expect a diverse menu of benefits that their membership provides. The offer of the 1-800MD benefit continues to meet those expectations.
1-800MD is a convenient and inexpensive alternative to emergency room visits and Urgent Care Clinic visits or the inconvenience of traveling to a scheduled appointment with your Primary Care Physician (PCP). This program provides access both during and after normal business hours, while at home or at the office or while traveling. Scott Heiman, President of National Benefit Plans explained that "Anyone who travels or has a hectic schedule will find great value in this program". One of the many features included in 1-800MD is real-time access to your EMR – Electronic Medical Records for secure, HIPAA compliant storage of yours and your family's medical information along with the ability to securely forward it to your PCP.
About Choice Hotels®
Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) is one of the largest lodging franchisors in the world, with more than 7,500 hotels representing nearly 650,000 rooms in 46 countries and territories. Its portfolio of 22 brands includes full-service upper upscale, midscale, extended stay, and economy properties. For more information, visit choicehotels.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
This communication includes "forward-looking statements" about future events, including anticipated development and hotel openings. Such statements are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, including construction delays, availability and cost of financing and the other "Risk Factors" described in our Annual Report on Form 10-K and our Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, any of which could cause actual results to be materially different from our expectations.
Addendum
This is not an offering. No offer or sale of a franchise will be made except by a Franchise Disclosure Document first filed and registered with applicable state authorities. A copy of the Franchise Disclosure Document can be obtained through contacting Choice Hotels International at 915 Meeting St Ste 600, North Bethesda, MD 20852, email: [email protected].