Healthcare providers have been offering remote services for years, which have allowed patients to receive healthcare from the comfort of their own homes.
However, following the COVID-19 pandemic, telemedicine services became a necessity and are now a common tool utilized by many patients and healthcare professionals.… Read More
School is back in session!
As a parent, we’re sure you’re excited that the summer chaos, coordinating camps and activities, and simply having your children around 24/7 have ended!
As you know, going back to school typically means your child gets sick more frequently.… Read More
During the COVID-19 pandemic, telehealth services, such as Zoom diagnoses, became a necessity. These phone and video calls help patients protect themselves and others by quarantining and remaining safely in their homes.
However, after years of visiting healthcare professionals in person, many patients can’t help but ask the question: Can a doctor really diagnose over Zoom?… Read More
The No Surprises Act (NSA) went into effect January 2022. This new law addresses surprise medical billing and requires new disclosures for employers, third party administrators (TPAs), brokers, and all participants in the healthcare industry including, but not limited to:
Hospitals
Hospital outpatient departments
Ambulatory surgical centers
Payors
Providers
Facilities
Ancillary providers performing emergency and non-emergency services
“[Surprise medical bills can] arise in an emergency when the patient has no ability to select the emergency room, treating physicians, or ambulance providers.… Read More
New Year’s resolutions are known to fall by the wayside just as quickly as they begin. Old habits die hard. The exercise routines, juice cleanse, and promises of a healthier fresh start can easily be put on the backburner. In a recent study, researchers found that in 2022:
26% of people planned to lose weight
24% of people wanted to exercise more
21% of people want to eat healthier
No matter where you are on your health journey – you can still use your health insurance to meet your health goals.… Read More
The healthcare industry has many acronyms to keep track of.
For example, HIPAA for the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, CDC for Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and more. When it comes to keeping your personal records as secure as you want them to be, let’s dive into PHI, what it stands for, and why it’s important for you.… Read More
Preventative care is the measure you take to prevent illness or disease before it grows into a more difficult problem. It can include:
Physical exams
Immunizations
Screenings
Preventative Care
Encouraging preventative care benefits your company short and long term. When employees have access to resources to support their wellbeing, they are able to utilize them to continue on a healthier trajectory to be more present and engaging during day-to-day tasks.… Read More
Navigating insurance policies can be challenging for anyone. There isn’t a way to predict the future, so how can you know what you will need? There are so many options available, how can you decide?
Voluntary benefits can help supplement insurance policies that may not cover all of your employees’ needs.… Read More