AlaskaCare Employee News | February 2021
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February 2021 | #100
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COVID-19 Vaccine Eligibility Opens for Additional People!
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COVID-19 Vaccine Eligibility Opens for Additional People! As of Thursday, February 25, more vaccine phases and eligibility tiers have opened, meaning additional people will be eligible to receive COVID-19 vaccines in Alaska. We are encouraging Alaskans to continue to visit the covidvax.alaska.gov or call (907) 646-3322 to check eligibility and find a vaccine provider. For complete details about who can get vaccinated in Alaska, check the eligibility guidelines! Those who are eligible to get vaccinated right now include:
*Limitations apply. See covidvax.alaska.gov for details. If you are eligible, please locate a clinic near you and book an appointment. If all slots are full in your area, please keep checking back. As more vaccines become available, more time slots will be added to the scheduling calendar. Alaska’s vaccine supply is currently limited, but in the coming months the vaccine will become more widely available. Vaccine doses will be distributed across the state in a series of phases. The AlaskaCare health plan covers 100% of the cost for FDA approved COVID-19 vaccines under both the medical and pharmacy plans, at any authorized site of care. |
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Welcome to Your 2021 AlaskaCare Health Plan
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Better Benefits, Lower Costs Your AlaskaCare benefits keep getting better and better every year! More Network Facility Options in Anchorage Surgery Plus |
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Know Your Benefits: Preventive Care Covered at 100%*
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Keep Your Health in Check Save now and later by being proactive and seeking preventive care. Preventive care received from an in-network provider is covered in full—no deductible or coinsurance! Preventive services include routine screenings and checkups, as well as counseling to prevent illness, disease, and other health problems. Making sure to have annual preventive doctor’s visits will help you save as these services are not considered preventive when applied to a visit for diagnosis, monitoring, or treatment of an illness or injury. Preventive Care Services Include:
All other medical benefits are subject to the deductible and coinsurance. Call your doctor today to make a routine preventive care appointment. For assistance finding an in-network provider, call the Aetna Concierge at (855) 784-8646 or search online using the Aetna DocFind tool. *The AlaskaCare employee medical plan covers preventive services in full when received from an in-network provider or when use of an out-of-network provider has been pre-certified. Normal cost-sharing applies when preventive services are received from an out-of-network provider. |
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Eat with Color Aim for a variety of color on your plate and balancing different textures with flavor. Try adding diced veggies like peppers and broccoli to salads or stews. Or sprinkle fresh herbs on your salads, pasta, or homemade sauce. Healthy Fats Keep your brain and heart healthy with monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats. Try adding fish to your meals twice a week or swapping processed oils with cold-pressed oils like sesame or extra-virgin olive oil. Make a Meal Plan When you have a plan it’s easier to eat healthier and reduce the chance of grabbing easy processed snacks. Make the list on the weekend, when you have time to dig into new recipes and get all the necessary groceries in advance. This way, you can always plan for healthy snacks! |
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As State of Alaska retiree, your input is valued and important. Below, please see a list of ways to contact us with your feedback. Also, a full list of AlaskaCare health plan and partner contact information can be found on our website. AlaskaCare – Plan Administrator
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Open Enrollment Survey—Thank you for your Feedback! During last November’s Open Enrollment, we asked for your review of the AlaskaCare plan from your personal experiences. For those who participated, thank you so much for giving us your valuable time and feedback!
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