Colorectal cancer: third most common cancer diagnosis in the U.S. Approximately 90 percent treatable when caught early. March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month and you may have heard by now that the new recommended age to start colorectal cancer screening is 45. The U.S. Preventative Task Force recommends adults age 45 to 75 be screened for colorectal cancer. MSU’s … [Read more...] about Over 45? Get Screened!
A wrap network is designed to provide in-network coverage when outside the primary coverage area. A wrap network is a valuable component of your health plan, designed to offer in-network coverage when you require care outside of the primary coverage area. Also known as a "gap network," it serves as an extended network of contracted providers, ensuring that employees covered … [Read more...] about Health plan network: Wrap Networks
Mercy and Med-pay: understand your medical billing and claims processing information. Med-pay, the Universities third party administrator for medical claims, and Mercy’s billing department have time set aside monthly to assist employees with claims and billing questions. Meetings are scheduled on an as needed basis and are provided in a virtual setting. You may also set up … [Read more...] about Medical claims and billing support – Virtual meetings
According to the American Diabetes Association , there are approximately 37.3 million American adults living with diabetes. Another 96 million are living with prediabetes, but 84% of them don't know they have it. Could you or a loved one be at risk? Take 60-seconds to complete this, VSP offered, risk assessment for Type 2 diabetes and find out if you're at risk. VSP, our … [Read more...] about November is American Diabetes Month
Don't Forget! Flu vaccinations: In order to reduce the impact of influenza on our workforce, full-time employees enrolled on the Health Plan will qualify for the full 2024 wellness incentive by completing an educational “Did you know” educational questionnaire through my learning connection ($15 incentive) and by receiving a flu vaccination (received between Aug. 1, 2023 … [Read more...] about Fall Benefit Events