As an integral part of health care delivery in the Territory, the physicians of V.I. Equicare are practicing medicine in partnership with the incentives, attitudes, and expectations of other stakeholders. While working together to align the interests of consumers, providers, payers, businesses, and government will be an ongoing process, there are some important advantages that the Cruise Line Industry can gain now through affiliation with V.I. Equicare.

Benefits to the Cruise Line Industry

Best choice for health care: As the highest-volume cruise line port in the Caribbean, St. Thomas, U.S.V.1., provides comprehensive medical facilities and capabilities, English-language providers, continuity and convenience for lines and crews that have historically received medical care at this place of service, and the familiarity and reliability of a U.S. island territory.

Flexibility to meet turnaround needs: V.I. Equicare and the physicians and other health care providers who comprise it offer priority scheduling to accommodate cruise ship turnaround requirements.

Focus on acute care and preventive services: Along with a full range of medical care for illness and injury, V.I. Equicare provides a comprehensive and competitive package of preventive services that enhance crew health and productivity. Tailored to your specific needs, these services include periodic physicals; hearing, vision and pulmonary function tests; drug screenings; fitness for duty evaluations; flu shots; and a variety of health screening programs.

Increased Financial Predictability: By working directly with health insurance carriers and self-insured employers, V.I. Equicare can help eliminate billing complexities and confusion. Published fee schedules and the opportunity for fee negotiation also help create health care with no surprises.

Quality and Affordability: Through the combination of careful case management, expedient return to productivity for injured employees, and preventive strategies that reduce lost work time with quality protocols that help maintain high levels of care, V.I. Equicare maintains the appropriate balance of cost and quality.

Shared Information: V.I. Equicare is committed to developing and sharing information related to medical management and cost containment in the degree and format that is most meaningful to employees.