Posted on April 17, 2020
My name is Monique and I have been working with my family to make homemade masks for those in need during the COVID-19 pandemic. It all started when I saw a dear friend of mine, who is at high risk due to heart disease, tied a handkerchief around her face because she did not have […]
Posted on March 6, 2020
Advance care planning helps you make decisions about what care you would or would not want if you become unable to speak for yourself. These discussions can be difficult, whether for yourself, your partner, or a parent. Having the conversation early, in a non-urgent setting, may make it easier. We hope the following information will […]
Posted on March 6, 2020
To help our Medicare Advantage members decrease their risk of falling and help maintain their independence, Health New England has a program focused on Falls Prevention. If you are at risk for falling, have fallen, or have an abnormality of gait diagnosis, you may be eligible to participate in this program. How to Enroll Interested? […]
Posted on March 6, 2020
Your Medicare Advantage plan covers both an annual well-care visit and annual physical exam at no cost to you. Now is the time to schedule your free annual preventive care visit with your primary care provider (PCP). Once you complete your 2020 Preventive Care Visit, you can get a $20 reward.* As a Medicare Advantage […]
Posted on March 2, 2020
SPRINGFIELD, MA – (March 2, 2020) – Health New England is launching its Where Health Matters grant program as part of its Community Benefits Program for the third year in a row. The grant application process runs March 2, 2020, through April 27, 2020. The Where Health Matters grant program is designed to advance the […]
Posted on February 28, 2020
SPRINGFIELD, MA – (February 19, 2020) – Health New England has been recognized as one of the 2019 finalists of the Healthiest Employers® of Massachusetts, a nationally recognized awards program powered by the Springbuk Health Intelligence Platform. Applicants to the Healthiest Employers® awards program were evaluated across six key categories, representing a holistic view of […]
Posted on February 21, 2020
Prevention and screenings are important steps to staying healthy. Be sure to talk to your doctor at your next annual preventive care visit about the checklist below to determine what is appropriate for you. This is not a complete listing and does not substitute for medical advice. • Breast cancer screening • Heart disease screening • Vaccinations • Colon cancer […]
Posted on February 21, 2020
Did you know that colorectal cancer is one of the most treatable cancers if it’s caught early? In this case, an ounce of prevention really is worth a pound of cure. The best way to prevent colorectal cancer is to get screened. As a Health New England Medicare Advantage member, multiple screening tests are available […]
Posted on January 6, 2020
Register for our secure online Member Portal at my.healthnewengland.org and provide your email. Once you register and log in, you will be able to: View all of your health care benefits and claims in one convenient location. Find a provider, see who’s accepting new patients, or request to change your PCP. Get quick access to Teladoc®, your telehealth […]
Posted on January 6, 2020
As a Health New England Medicare Advantage member, your plan covers both an annual well-care visit and annual physical exam at no cost to you. Now is the time to schedule your free annual preventive care visit. We encourage you to call your primary care provider (PCP) today. Complete Your 2020 Preventive Care Visit and […]