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Choosing the Right Level of Care

May 27, 2026 by Deidre Mings

Avoid Unnecessary ER Visits Knowing where to go for medical care can save you time, money, and stress. Many non-emergency health concerns can be treated outside the emergency room, helping you receive appropriate care without long wait times or high costs. Missouri State University employees and eligible dependents have access to several healthcare resources to help determine … [Read more...] about Choosing the Right Level of Care

Filed Under: Employee Benefits, Featured Tagged With: Accident insurance, Emergency Department, emergency room, ER, Magers, Magers Health and Wellness, Mercy on Call, nurse on call, Urgent care, virtual care

Partnering Together to Achieve Great Outcomes:

September 2, 2025 by Deidre Mings

Mercy Care Management and Missouri State University ✨ MSU employees have access to a strong network of support through Mercy Care Management, Magers physicians, and the Nurse on Call program—helping you manage your health, access resources, and receive care when you need it most. Who Are They The Mercy Care Management team includes five nurses with 127 years of combined nursing … [Read more...] about Partnering Together to Achieve Great Outcomes:

Filed Under: Employee Benefits, Featured Tagged With: education, health, health plan, Magers, medical, Medical Insurance, Mercy, Mercy on Call, nurse on call

📞 Mercy On Call – New After-Hours Process

July 22, 2025 by Deidre Mings

Effective immediately, the Mercy On Call line is updating its after-hours process to improve your experience. Instead of being placed on hold, callers will now be directed to leave a voicemail with their name and date of birth. An on-call nurse will return the call within 5–7 minutes, after logging into Epic and reviewing the patient’s chart. This change is designed … [Read more...] about 📞 Mercy On Call – New After-Hours Process

Filed Under: Employee Benefits, Featured Tagged With: employee wellness, financial wellness, Mercy, Mercy on Call, wellness

☀️ Stay Safe This Summer:

July 8, 2025 by Deidre Mings

Heat Awareness, Care Options & Campus Resources As summer heats up, it’s essential to stay alert to the risks of heat-related illnesses—especially for employees who work outdoors or in hot environments. Whether you’re spending time outside for your job, exercising, or enjoying the sunshine, knowing how to prevent, recognize, and respond to heat stress is key to staying … [Read more...] about ☀️ Stay Safe This Summer:

Filed Under: Employee Benefits, Featured Tagged With: employee wellness, health, health plan, Magers, medical, Medical Insurance, Mercy on Call, nurse on call, wellness, workers compensation

Men’s Health Month:

June 9, 2025 by Deidre Mings

Mikel Dashtipour works with patient in MSU Care Clinic

Stay Proactive, Stay Healthy June is Men’s Health Month, a great reminder to take charge of your health through prevention, early detection, and informed care. The top health risks for men—heart disease, cancer, and unintentional injury—are often preventable with routine checkups and smart decisions. Let’s make health a priority this month and every month. 🩺 Magers … [Read more...] about Men’s Health Month:

Filed Under: Employee Benefits, Featured Tagged With: Accident insurance, biometrics, cancer, critical illness, Critical Illness insurance, EAP, employee wellness, Magers, Mental Health, Mercy, Mercy on Call, nurse on call, wellness

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