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Authorities warn public to be on the lookout for COVID-19 vaccine scams

Please make sure you family and friends are aware of this. Help our community about this scam.

kplctv.com Authorities have received complaints of scammers using people’s interest in COVID-19 vaccines to get information and money through various scams.

October Autism Series Seminar

Please pass along. Great info parenting is a hard job you need to take care of your self too.

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app.partnership.cigna.com Mindful parenting involves raising awareness of oneself while remaining in the present moment. This seminar will explore strategies for staying grounded while parenting a child/teenager with ASD.

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Mark your calendars—Open Enrollment is just
around the corner and Oscar has a bunch of new
perks for 2020. Whether you need advice on finding
the right plan, or you’re ready to sign up, I can help! Don't wait for Nov 1, you can call now.
Call me at 713 893-0324 or email me at [email protected]
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I have not been a fan of free standing ER's. They will say they accept your insurance yet many times its out of network and the client ends up with a large bill than if they went to an ER in a hospital. Call us for tips on urgent care centers and ER's.

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riceconnect.rice.edu “Not in most cases,” says Vivian Ho, Ph.D., the James A. Baker III Chair in Health Economics. Rather than functioning as substitutes for hospital-based emergency departments, freestanding emergency departments have increased local market spending on emergency care in three of the four state mark...

The GoodRx Flu Vaccine Program: Exclusive Low Prices for Flu Shots - GoodRx

Want to get a flu shot and don't have health insurance. Check these discounts! Please pass along. Great prices, you can find a list of local pharmacies in Texas and other states that participate with Goodrx in this article.

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goodrx.com This year, GoodRx has partnered with leading U.S. pharmacy chains to bring you exclusive low prices on flu vaccines, starting at $20 for both the vaccine and administration fee combined. For the 2020-2021 flu season, 10 different flu vaccines will be available. Participating pharmacies include Walma...

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Great tips to save on root canals and crowns.

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1dental.com Root canals and crowns often go together. Here’s how much you can save on this often pricey treatment using a 1Dental dental plan.

HHS Launches ‘Surge’ COVID-19 Testing in Hotspot Jurisdictions in Florida, Louisiana and Texas

Below are some free testing sites to help existing locations for Baton Rouge, LA; Jacksonville, Fl; and Edinburge, Texas. Please pass along.

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content.govdelivery.com Today, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is announcing free COVID-19 testing in Jacksonville, Florida; Baton Rouge, Louisiana; and Edinburg, Texas. Surge testing efforts will temporarily increase federal support to communities where there has been a recent and intense level of n...

How to avoid extra COVID-19 testing charges

Here are some tips from Texas department of Insurance and their numbers if you feel your insurance is not responding to Covid-19. Also call us we may be able to help you as well.

https://tdi.texas.gov/news/2020/tdi07072020.html

tdi.texas.gov Texans who want a test for COVID-19 can likely avoid unnecessary charges by taking a few steps first.

How to Save Time and Money at the Pharmacy, According to a Pharmacist - GoodRx

Need some tips to save money on prescription prices? It turns out. Prescription Manufactures provide discounts of their own. Moreover, some pharmacy off what's known as emergency refills. Linked below is a blog post made on the GoodRX blog with tips and tricks to save money, and get prescriptions refilled fast.

https://www.goodrx.com/blog/4-things-your-pharmacist-isnt-telling-you/

goodrx.com A GoodRx pharmacist shares important insights on how to make the most of your time, and money, at the pharmacy counter.

Short-Term Health Insurance: What Is It, What Does It Cost, and Is It Worth It? - GoodRx

As Independent agents and having a large number of carriers we can help you understand your options including Short term medical plans.

goodrx.com Short-term health insurance plans provide temporary medical coverage through private insurance companies. Although the low monthly premiums seem like a good temporary solution, the coverage is often limited — meaning you could be on the hook for high out-of-pocket costs.

Special Savings Promotion | 2 For 1 Deal | 1Dental Discount Dental Plans

1Dental.com has an amazing BOGO special: Buy 1 year, Get 1 year free- for our Care 500 plan. The BOGO offer is valid through the end of May. This plan is only available to new individuals as well as new group clients. Use the link below to get access to this fantastic deal!

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save-1dental.net For a limited time get 1Dental's best-selling Care 500 Dental Discount plan - a two-year membership for the price of one. Join today!

Vida Family Medicine

To all business owners if you wish speak to a doctor about how to reopen and keep your employees safe and need testing. I have a great MD in the Houston Rebecca Berens from Vida Family Medicine area that can help you at a very reasonable cost. Please reach out to her directly or inbox me!

Innovative family medicine practice offering direct primary care for all ages as well as in-home 4th trimester care and lactation support

5 Digital Tools Transforming Mental Health Treatment - GoodRx

GoodRX posted this great informative article about resources for mental health. It's important that in times like this we take care of our mind and body.

goodrx.com People who need help for anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, and other mental health conditions now have several new treatment options. Technology has opened up more possibilities in the form of telemedicine, online support groups, and text therapy. Each of these approaches has diff...

Remember Medicare will never call you to sell something, and always take caution when giving private information over the phone. #COVID19 #Medicare #Scammers

Scammers are out there using #COVID19 to get your Medicare Number. In some cases, they might tell you they can get you Coronavirus vaccines, tests, masks, or other items & bill Medicare on your behalf. Don’t take the bait – report suspected fraud to us at 1-800-MEDICARE. https://go.cms.gov/2xM9lq1.

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5 more days until Harris County Mask mandate goes into effect. Dallas county Mask order is already in-effect, and are requiring everyone over the age of 2 to wear mask. It's important we stay update with the new requirements as we try to lower the COVID-19 curve. Stay Safe!

#COVID19 #Houston #Dallas

In order to prevent the spread of coronavirus, Harris County will mandate that residents ages 10+ wear a face covering in public beginning April 27th. Read more and watch how to make your own mask: http://spr.ly/61871NiRl.

CHI St. Luke's Health

Here is a great resources for those who made need testing, and are located in Harris County.

For patients who think they might have COVID-19, going to a testing center is one of their top priorities. With more locations opening, use this guide to find testing and screening services in Harris, Brazoria, Montgomery, and Fort Bend County.

Molina Healthcare sent some information regarding testing for COVID-19. This includes locations for Drive-thru testing in the DFW area. As well as fee waving for lab testing and Teladoc services. Check out the information below.

#Healthcare #COVID19 #MolinaHealthcare

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What You Need To Know About Handwashing

CDC made a how to properly wash your hands video back in. It's important to constantly make sure your hands are clean, and avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
#health #CoVid-19

https://youtu.be/d914EnpU4Fo

This video answers important questions about hand washing and hand sanitizer. Transcript: https://www.cdc.gov/cdctv/video-assets/healthyliving/hygiene/handwa...

Medicare Is Updating Coverage to Help in the Coronavirus Crisis

Medicare is undergoing changes due to coronavirus. If you have any questions, call us, and we can help you navigate through these changes. #medicare #healthcare #healthinsurance

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nytimes.com With its beneficiaries among the most at risk for Covid-19, the agency is relaxing some rules.

How to get help with a mental health issue

During these times it's important that we take of ourselves physically and most importantly mentally. #mentalhealthmatters

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The coronavirus outbreak is stressful for everyone. If you need help, reach out. Check with your health plan to find out what options are available. Many pla...

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Watch out for any suspicious email. A tip I was recommended was to deactivate the document preview when looking at your email. This will unintentionally risk your computer getting infected.

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Ok I know you are tried of seeing post about Corona Virus .. however its important to know that many doctors are stating NOT to come into their offices if you think you may have this virus . Please call them or if you do not have a PCP please call your countys' hotline, your insurance teledoc or nurse line. Here are some hotlines for Houston and surrounding counties.

Open enrollment is now! We work for our clients not the insurance carriers. We are independent agent and have access to most insurance carriers in Texas! Call us some cities have new company options.

Do you need to check if you are in the best Medicare Plan for you? We have access to many companies and plans. This is the time, call us!

foodQ Rolls Out Healthy Meal Delivery to Dallas Food Deserts

Please pass this along to people in Dallas. Great program. If you click on the link below and scroll to the end you will find the zip codes and also where to click to order free meals.

https://www.bcbstx.com/newsroom/category/community-health/foodq-healthy-meals-food-deserts-dallas

hcsc-prod-redirect.adobecqms.net To help address food deserts in Dallas, a pilot meal delivery service debuted this summer targeting 15 ZIP codes. The service, called foodQ, was introduced by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and the Blue Cross Blue Shield Institute.

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September Autism Seminar

Once again please share if you know a family with a member who is Autistic ...

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app.partnership.cigna.com In this presentation, we review a brief description of the IEP, federal and state differences, as well as how to prepare for and organize for your child's IEP so that you can be a meaningful participant of the special education team.

Veterans: Pay Attention To Medicare At Age 65 Or Face Problems Later

Here at Vista we can help you understand your or your parent needs around medicare, everyone should take a look at medicare even if you have group coverage and even if you are not planning on retiring at 65... call us

https://www.forbes.com/sites/dianeomdahl/2019/07/15/veterans-pay-attention-to-medicare-at-age-65-or-face-problems-later/#2678fc9a49aa

forbes.com Some veterans choose not to enroll in Medicare Part B because they’re going to use VA healthcare for life. But, then life happens and things change.

Mayo Clinic Minute: Filtering coffee facts from fiction

Yes, so glad that I can drink my cup or two and feel good about it!

Is coffee good or bad for your health? Some consumers might find recent news stories and research papers about the risks and benefits of coffee confusing. Dr. Donald Hensrud, director of the Mayo Clinic Healthy Living Program, says that for most healthy adults, there's no need to worry about pouring that second or third cup. Coffee is good for you.

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newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Is coffee good or bad for your health? Some consumers might find recent news stories and research papers about the [...]

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Are you or a family member turning 65 this year? Call us to understand your options even if you are have a company sponsored health plan.

You can enroll for Medicare during the 3 months before you turn 65, the month you turn 65, and the 3 months after you turn 65. We call this your Initial Enrollment Period. If you don’t enroll when you’re first eligible, you may have to pay a Part B late enrollment penalty. https://go.cms.gov/2Jv6wf4

Austin woman's spinal surgery brings back-breaking $94,000 bill a year later

In Texas many people now have HMO's and given the skinny networks this issue below,of balanced billing or billing the member for out of network services, is becoming a bigger issue. Please call us if you wish us to help you reduce this and how you can try to protect yourself of this happening to you. Its not all 100% avoidable but you can use some tips to reduce this from happening.

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