AlaskaCare Wellness News | January 2019
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January 2019 | #76
AlaskaCare's New Pharmacy Benefits Manager, OptumRx, is Online!
| The transition from Aetna/CVS Pharmacy Services to OptumRx is now complete! As of January 1, 2019, OptumRx will administer pharmacy benefits for all AlaskaCare health plans. |
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OptumRx’s retail pharmacy network includes most pharmacies in Alaska. For a list of participating pharmacies near you, use AlaskaCare’s Find a Provider tool, and the Pharmacy Locator Tool on both the OptumRx app, and OptumRx.com. You can also call an OptumRx health care advocate at (855) 409-6999, TTY 711. Representatives are available to help you 24/7. |
OptumRx representatives can assist AlaskaCare employees and retirees with:
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OptumRx.com, Your Digital Tool—Register Now! Register now to:
Learn how to register with OptumRx.com (also known as HealthSafe ID™) with this helpful PDF: Registration Instructions [PDF 523K]. Mail Order Specialty Pharmacy If you have questions about specialty pharmacy prescriptions or need help with enrolling, call BriovaRx at (855)-4BRIOVA, (427-4682). Get the information you need to make the most of your pharmacy benefits and don’t forget to tell your pharmacist and your provider that you now have OptumRx Prescription Coverage. |
AlaskaCare Employees Have Easy Access to Teladoc Telehealth Services
| Have the flu, but haven’t met your deductible yet? Too busy to schedule an appointment? Need to speak to a provider now? |
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All Teladoc doctors are board-certified, state-licensed, and can treat many health issues—including cold and flu symptoms, allergies, sinus problems, sore throat, respiratory infections, and more. Teladoc is a convenient, affordable alternative to accessing medical care in non-emergency situations. Teladoc doctors can even send a prescription to your nearest pharmacy when medically necessary! For more information about Teladoc for AlaskaCare, click here. To utilize your telehealth benefits, begin by registering for a Teladoc account. There are three ways to register:
During registration, you’ll complete your medical history so when you need Teladoc®, it will be fast and easy. Register today! Teladoc, Inc. is a telehealth company that uses telephone and video conferencing technology to provide 24/7/365 on-demand remote medical care via mobile devices, the internet, video, and phone for your non-emergent symptoms. |
January is Cervical Health Awareness Month
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Cervical cancer occurs when the cells of the cervix grow abnormally and invade other tissues and organs of the body. When it is invasive, this cancer affects the deeper tissues of the cervix and may spread to other parts of the body (metastasis), most notably the lungs, liver, bladder, vagina, and rectum. Nearly 13,000 women in the United States are diagnosed with cervical cancer each year, but the disease is almost always preventable with vaccination and appropriate screening, such as a pap smear and human papillomavirus(HPV) tests. In cases where cervical cancer isn't curable, it's often possible to slow its progression, prolong lifespan and relieve any associated symptoms. This is known as palliative care. The good news is cervical cancer can often be prevented with regular screening tests and follow-up care. The HPV vaccine can prevent HPV. To learn more, visit the National Cervical Cancer Coalition. |
Start your new year with an annual well-woman visit. To find out which screenings are covered as 100% preventive in-network services by the AlaskaCare Employee Health Plan, contact the Aetna Concierge at (855) 784-8646. |
Check Out Aetna's New Health App!
| Staying healthy is important, so is keeping track of your benefits. Managing it all isn’t easy, but the Aetna Health app can help. |
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You can also view your personal health record anytime, so you’ll always know what shots you’ve had or what medicines you’re on. |
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Your Health Care At Your Fingertips |
January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month
| Glaucoma is a group of eye disorders that lead to damage of the optic nerve and result in vision loss and blindness. Because there are usually no symptoms or pain associated with the onset of glaucoma, it’s called the “Silent Thief of Sight.” Currently, more than 3 million people in the United States have glaucoma. The National Eye Institute projects this number will reach 4.2 million by 2030, a 58% increase. Glaucoma can only be diagnosed through a comprehensive eye health examination. For the sake of your sight, schedule an annual eye examination. To find out which vision screenings are covered as 100% preventive in-network services by the AlaskaCare Employee Health Plan, contact the Aetna Concierge at (855) 784-8646. |
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For more information, visit the Glaucoma Research Foundation. For more information, visit the Glaucoma Research Foundation. |
Smoking Cessation
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“Escape the Vape”! E-cigarettes, the latest smoking craze, is just another tobacco industry marketing campaign utilized to promote the use of nicotine in youth culture. Many e-cigarette users have no idea what is in the products they are using. Find out everything you need to know to help you or your loved ones kick the habit! Check out your AlaskaCare Employee Health Plan for tobacco cessation benefits and contact the Aetna Concierge at (855) 784-8646 or Alaska’s Tobacco Quit Line. Get started today! |
1-800-QUIT-NOW
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Recipe of the Month Moroccan Vegetable Chorba |
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Exercise of the Month The Leg Raise |
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Go For Garlic! |
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Not sure if that cold is worth the trip? Call (800) 556-1555 |