Posted on June 6, 2025
Looking for an effective, safe and sustainable way to lose weight while reversing type 2 diabetes or prediabetes? Health New England has partnered with Virta Health to offer a new, personalized program to eligible members at no cost. Virta is available for eligible members (18 years and older, including covered dependents) with type 2 diabetes, […]
Posted on June 6, 2025
For non-emergency medical issues, you should always contact your Primary Care Provider (PCP) first. But what do you do when you your PCP is not available? If you resort to an emergency room visit for non-emergency medical issues, it may cost you over $100 in copays and may apply toward your deductible. There’s a better […]
Posted on May 27, 2025
If you’re a man, you have a roughly 1-in-8 chance of getting a prostate cancer diagnosis in your lifetime. Though it’s a serious condition, the prostate cancer death rate is half of what it was 30 years ago, thanks to earlier detection and better treatments. Below are eight facts you should know about prostate cancer […]
Posted on May 27, 2025
During June, take the time to prioritize your health by scheduling your annual preventive care visits with your primary care provider (PCP), if you haven’t done so yet. At your visit, don’t forget to ask your PCP what screenings you are due for and what vaccinations you need (i.e., RSV, flu, pneumonia, shingles, COVID-19, etc.). […]
Posted on May 20, 2025
The Summer 2025 issue of our MemberMatters newsletter is now available. Click on the articles below to learn more. Be sure to check back often as we periodically add new helpful articles to our website. Around-the-Clock Care – Try Teladoc® Personalized Wellness App from WebMD ONE® Summer Fitness – Get Reimbursed Workplace Stress & Your […]
Posted on May 20, 2025
The Summer 2025 issue of our MemberMatters newsletter is now available. Click on the articles below to learn more. Be sure to check back often as we periodically add new helpful articles to our website. Around-the-Clock Care – Try Teladoc®* Rx Savings Solutions Helps You Save on Meds** Summer Fitness – Get Reimbursed Workplace Stress […]
Posted on May 20, 2025
The Summer 2025 issue of our MemberMatters newsletter is now available. Click on the articles below to learn more. Be sure to check back often as we periodically add new helpful articles to our website. Around-the-Clock Care – Try Teladoc® Diabetes Reversal & Weight Loss with Virta Personalized Wellness App from WebMD ONE® Rx Savings […]
Posted on April 30, 2025
Dear Health New England Member: As part of our commitment to provide affordable access to high quality health care, we continually review the benefits and services offered to our members. As a result, from time to time, we update the coverage we provide and change the way that coverage is administered. As we do two […]
Posted on April 29, 2025
May is National Speech-Language-Hearing Month, which is a great reminder to take charge of your hearing health. By focusing on your hearing today, you can ensure a healthier, more connected tomorrow. How often do you check your hearing? Hearing health is a key part of overall wellness, but many neglect it until a big issue […]
Posted on April 29, 2025
Osteoporosis is a bone disease that makes bones weaker and more likely to break. Older women are most vulnerable to developing osteoporosis. Their estrogen levels, which help protect bone density, decline after menopause. That’s why it’s recommended that women 65 and older get bone mineral density tests to see if they already have the disease […]