About Aetna

Aetna is formed. We keep the Aetna name as a nod to the good reputation of the original Aetna Life Insurance Company. The name is inspired by the 11,000-foot volcano on the eastern shores of Sicily, Mt. Etna, the most active volcano in Europe. (1853)

 

We’re here for every moment of your health with a range of plan offerings that bring together trusted care, tools and added support. Today, and every day, we’re committed to creating a more meaningful and personal health care experience for everyone we serve.

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Simple navigation

Support to make your journey simpler by making benefits easier to understand and use, removing barriers to finding quality care and providing tools to manage your health.

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Trusted care

An expansive network of more than 1.5 million care professionals plus mental health support, a 24/7 nurse line and virtual care to meet you where you are.

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More benefits

Health and well-being resources beyond the doctor’s office, like no-cost-community health screenings, in-home support and wellness discounts for your unique needs.

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Aetna is a proud CVS Health® company

As a part of the CVS Health family, we’re more connected than ever to help you — and everyone we serve — live a healthier life. Learn how we’re combining our strengths, all for you, wherever you are on your journey.

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2000s

• Aetna, a leader in addressing health disparities, commits more than $3 million to improve health care access and delivery to its diverse membership. (2003)

• We become the first national, full-service health insurer to announce a health savings account (HSA) option.​ (2003)

• Aetna is recognized as one of America's most community-minded companies, ranking fourth in ''The Civic 50" survey. (2012)

• Aetna increases the company minimum wage to champion higher pay for hourly workers. (2015)

• Karen S. Lynch becomes the first woman to serve as president in the company’s history. (2015 to 2021)

• Aetna becomes part of CVS Health® in a transformative moment in health care. (2018)

• Karen S. Lynch becomes the first woman to serve as president and CEO of CVS Health. (2021 to 2024)