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Support Your Children’s Mental Health
The past year has been rough on our kids. Social isolation, virtual learning, missing celebrations and milestone events has been as upsetting and stressful for them as it has for adults. Here's what experts recommend for helping children cope and when to seek professional help.
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What You Need to Know About Referrals and Pre-authorization
While QualChoice does not require referrals, some services require pre-authorization (pre-approval). Find out ahead of time if the services you need call for a pre-auth. Your claim could be denied if pre-authorization was needed and you didn’t get it before you received care.
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Outpatient Surgery? Consider an ASC
There are more options available today to get quality health care at a lower cost. If you need outpatient surgery, an Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) may be an option to consider.
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Where to Go for Care
When you or a member of your family needs medical attention, knowing the right place to go for care are critical to getting the care you need and getting the most from your benefits. Review these tips so you will know where to go to get the care you need ahead of time.
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Reporting Health Coverage on Your 2020 Taxes
Here are some tips on which forms you’ll need if reporting health coverage on your taxes.
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COVID-19 Vaccine Coverage
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has released an interim final rule addressing COVID-19 vaccine coverage.
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Holiday Guide to Kitchen Tools for Healthy Cooking
Gift giving season is here! Although we may be avoiding shopping trips, thanks to technology, gift shopping and gift giving don’t have to happen in person.
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Help for Costs that Medicare Doesn’t Cover
Our MediQ65 Medicare Supplement Plan rates for those who turned 65 in 2020 are now lower than competitors' in many Arkansas counties.
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You Don’t Need an Antibiotic for Bronchitis
Antibiotics save lives, but they’re not always the answer when you’re sick. When they aren’t needed, they won’t help you. And the side effects could still cause harm.
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Tips for Choosing a Health Plan
Whether you’re choosing a plan for the first time, or during your employer’s open enrollment period, it can be confusing. Use this checklist as a guide in making your decision.