Lower Costs – Save Money
Rising health care costs continue to financially impact employees of both large and small companies. As a health care consumer, it’s important for you to know how to take action to get quality care and treatment at a cost you can afford. The information and tools below can help.
Learn how to:• Manage your costs – There are many ways in which you can stretch your health care dollars. View the Top Ten Ways you can reduce your costs by clicking here. |
| •Get the most from your health insurance – Visit www.mycoventryhealth.com to search the provider directory, view your claims, access the hospital comparison tool, receive health and wellness tips, and much more. |
| •Read an Explanation of Benefits (EOB) – Refer to the2008 Benefits Guide —there you will find a sample of a Coventry EOB and a detailed explanation. |
| •Save tax dollars with Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) – Flexible Spending Accounts help you get more mileage out of your dollar. They offer advantages to your wallet because they increase your spendable income. In fact, these Plans offer a cost-effective way to pay for such items as daycare expenses, deductibles, copayments, coinsurance, eyeglasses, contact lenses, orthodontics, lasik vision correction, and other health-related expenses which are not covered by your insurance plans. Visit the 2008 Benefits Guide –to learn more. |
| •Use MinuteClinics for minor illnesses - You and your eligible dependents can use a MinuteClinic (if available in your area) for only a $10 copayment. MinuteClinic’s health care professionals provide quick, convenient care for illnesses such as strep throat, ear infections, and sinusitis. Click here to learn more. |
| •Improve your health. - Use preventive services, take part in the Healthyroads ®Tobacco Cessation and Accordant Weight Management programs, and participate in the disease management programs offered by Caremark to help you stay healthy and obtain more effective care. Understand your health risks and make the commitment to reduce those risks and live a healthier life style. |
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First published September 13, 2007
Copyright © 2007 Caremark Inc.
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