Posted on December 10, 2020
Because medical problems may occur at any time, Health New England asks our primary care providers (PCPs) to be on call 24 hours/day, 7 days/week. Talk to your PCP to find out about arrangements for care after normal business hours. At times, you may reach your PCP’s answering service, or you may reach the doctor who […]
Posted on December 10, 2020
Every spring, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services mails two surveys to randomly selected Medicare beneficiaries. The Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (CAHPS) asks questions about your health care and services you receive, and the Health Outcomes Survey (HOS) asks questions about your health status. These surveys help drive improvements in the […]
Posted on December 10, 2020
» Stay in touch with family and friends via phone or video chats » Keep exercising regularly » Take a walk in your neighborhood » Do an online yoga video for stretching and relaxation » Get outside in your yard, watch the birds, do some gardening—nature is a great stress-reliever » Download a brain game […]
Posted on December 10, 2020
» National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: The Lifeline provides 24-hour, toll-free, and confidential support to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. Call 1-800-273-TALK (8255). Support is available in English and Spanish. » Disaster Distress Hotline: People affected by any disaster or tragedy can call this helpline, sponsored by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, to receive […]
Posted on December 10, 2020
Are you feeling extra stressed, anxious or sad these days? You are not alone. Many Americans are having mental health issues, but these are not a sign of weakness. Stressful or traumatic events, as well as brain chemistry and genetics, can contribute to mental health illness and disorders. The uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic, social […]
Posted on December 10, 2020
As a Health New England Medicare Advantage member, you can take advantage of telehealth services† through Teladoc. With Teladoc, you have access to U.S. board-certified physicians 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Teladoc is an affordable and convenient alternative to the urgent care center or emergency room for non-emergency […]
Posted on December 10, 2020
Do you know someone who is turning 65, retiring in the coming year, or needs advice about their Medicare health plan options? If you do, refer them to our website for more information at healthnewengland.org/medicare. Or, ask them to give our Medicare Sales Team a call at (877) 443-3314 or TTY 711. We’d be happy to […]
Posted on December 10, 2020
Did you know it’s estimated that three out of four Americans don’t take their medication as prescribed? Some reasons for this include confusion about instructions, cost of medication, and forgetfulness. Medication adherence, or making sure we take our medications as prescribed, is important for controlling chronic conditions, treating temporary conditions, and maintaining overall health. Not […]
Posted on December 10, 2020
As you may have heard, the best way to prevent colorectal cancer is to get screened. As a Health New England Medicare Advantage member, multiple screening tests are available to you depending on your health and risk factors, including colonoscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy and fecal immunochemical test (FIT), among others. In addition, beginning January 1, 2021, […]
Posted on December 10, 2020
Your Health New England Medicare Advantage plan covers both an annual physical and well-care visit. Be sure to schedule yours with your primary care provider (PCP) for 2021. When you call to schedule your annual well-care visit, ask if your PCP can do it as a telehealth visit. During this time of COVID-19 social distancing […]