Novus Acquisition and Development Corp. (OTC Markets: (NDEV) is a leading national supplemental health insurance carrier and pioneer in offering cannabis embedded in health plans for recreational and medicinal users. It has sealed a landmark partnership deal with Heya Wellness.
Missouri's Heya Wellness and Novus Cannabis MedPlan have joined forces to revolutionize medical cannabis access across the state, potentially reaching a population of more than 4 million people. With 75% of Missouri's 6 million residents being 21 or older, this alliance presents a significant opportunity to improve patient access and care. Additionally, the partnership has the potential to reach beyond state borders, impacting a broader population of 36 million people in neighboring states.
At the heart of this partnership lies Missouri's unique reciprocity law, which extends the benefits of its medical cannabis program to patients from surrounding states. This provision positions Missouri as an attractive market for Novus, enabling the company to serve a vast patient population beyond Missouri's borders.
"We are thrilled to partner with Heya Wellness to expand access to medical cannabis health plans in Missouri," stated Frank Labrozzi, CEO of Novus Cannabis MedPlan. "Missouri's expanding patient population, coupled with our current sales distribution contracts with PRAM and Compass Health, will boost sales efforts, broaden market coverage, and reach a broader patient base across the Midwest. Heya Wellness, a vertically integrated cannabis company with a robust presence in Missouri, shares Novus's commitment to patient-centric care. Heya Wellness encompasses cultivation facilities, processing facilities, and dispensaries, ensuring a seamless supply chain from seed to sale.
"Heya Wellness is unwavering in its dedication to providing patients with access to the highest-quality medical cannabis products," affirmed Alex Knight, President of Heya Wellness. "Partnering with Novus Cannabis MedPlan is a strategic decision that aligns perfectly with our mission."
The synergistic partnership between Novus Cannabis MedPlan and Heya Wellness is poised to transform the Missouri medical cannabis market. The two companies will collaborate closely to educate patients about the therapeutic potential of medical cannabis while equipping dispensaries with the necessary resources to deliver unparalleled patient care.
Furthermore, Novus's existing sales distribution contracts with PRAM and Compass Health will further amplify the sales effort in the region, ensuring comprehensive market coverage and reaching a broader patient base.
This groundbreaking partnership marks a pivotal moment in Missouri's medical cannabis landscape, fostering greater access, enhanced patient care, and a thriving industry poised for exponential growth.
About Heya Wellness
Heya Wellness is a vertically integrated cannabis company with a profound presence in Missouri. The company encompasses cultivation facilities, processing facilities, and dispensaries, fostering a vertically integrated approach to ensure the highest quality medical cannabis products. Heya remains steadfast in its mission to provide patients with exceptional access to medical cannabis.
About Novus
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Novus Acquisition & Development Corp. (NDEV) operates through its subsidiary, WCIG Insurance Services, Inc., offering health insurance and related insurance solutions in states with legal medical marijuana programs. With a robust infrastructure covering various insurance lines, including health, life, and fixed annuities, Novus is a leading health insurance carrier, using two key indicators to gauge value and performance.
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Novus' medical cannabis benefits package operates as an outside developer. It does not engage in any activities related to the cultivation, handling, transportation, growth, extraction, dispensing, sale, marketing, vending, delivery, supply, circulation, or trade of cannabis or any substances violating United States law or the Controlled Substances Act. The company adheres strictly to state and federal laws and has no intentions to violate them in the future.
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Novus respects the individual transactions involving cannabis, which are solely between state-licensed dispensaries and registered patients. However, it's worth noting that state laws may conflict with the federal Controlled Substances Act. The current administration has indicated that federal law enforcement agencies will not prioritize prosecuting those complying with state-designated laws concerning medical marijuana usage and distribution. Nevertheless, changes in government policies and consolidation could impact the provider network, and there is no assurance that future administrations will not alter this stance.
While Novus does not engage in the harvest, distribution, or sale of cannabis or cannabis-related products, the company could be affected if there were any shifts in enforcement by federal or state governments concerning existing laws. Such changes could result in significant financial implications for Novus and other industry players.
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