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Vaccines: the Best Preventive Medicine

WEBVaccines create immunity by introducing a weakened or killed form of a bacteria or virus, which your immune system uses to create antibodies. These antibodies are then primed …

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Comparing Health Plan Benefits

WEBAll health insurance plans cover essential health benefits like preventive care, prescription drugs, hospital visits and mental health to name a few. But the scope and quantity of …

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Choosing the Right Medical Group

WEBNot all care is equally good. So, before you choose a medical group or clinic, visit the Community Checkup to learn more about the quality of care and the experience of …

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Understanding Prescription Coverage

WEBTier 1 — These are the least expensive prescription drugs available with the plan, typically limited to generic drugs. Generic drugs generally work just as well as brand-name …

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Shared Decision Making: What It Is

WEBShared decision making is a patient-centered approach where health care providers and patients work together to make decisions about care. It is a way of re-thinking the …

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5 Tips for Choosing a Primary Care Doctor

WEBHere are five things you should keep in mind as you look for your primary care provider. #1 Make sure your provider is in-network. Most health plans contract with a specific list of …

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What is Open Enrollment

WEBOpen enrollment is the one period of time each year when you can sign up for health insurance or make changes to your health coverage. You cannot make changes to your …

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When and Why to Use Urgent Care

WEBUrgent care, “minute clinics” and other walk-in clinics are expanding their reach to help meet demand for care that falls outside normal business hours. With many clinics promising …

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Understanding Advance Directives

WEBWhat are advance directives? “Advance directives” are legal documents that allow you to plan and make your end-of-life wishes known. Advance directives include a living will …

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Creating a Family Health History

WEBWhat is a family health history? A family health history is a record of health information, such as illnesses and conditions, present in your family.

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8 Ways to Get the Most Out of Your Health Benefits

WEBChoose generic medications whenever possible. Generics work just as well as brand-name medications, but can cost substantially less. Use your benefits wisely and choose …

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Your Options for Getting Medical Care in Washington

WEBTo get the right medical care in Washington, the first crucial step is to reach out to your primary care provider’s office. Before making an appointment or deciding yourself to …

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Public Employees Benefit Board (PEBB)

WEBGetting help along the way—from health care providers, family, friends, and trustworthy websites—can make all the difference. The Public Employees Benefit Board (PEBB) …

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5 Keys to Being an Effective Advocate

WEB4. Review All Bills. Since we’re all human, sometimes medical bills can contain mistakes. You and the person you’re caring for may wish to review both doctors’ bills and health …

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The Different Types of Providers and Who They Treat

WEBThey help prevent, diagnose, and treat diseases that affect adults. Adults of all ages. Pediatricians. They provide preventive care for healthy children and treat children who …

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Professional Patient Advocates: What They Do and How it Works

WEBProfessional patient advocates work with other members of the care team to coordinate a patient’s care. Hospitals may have professional patient advocates, who may also be …

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Making the Most of Your Health Plan’s Cost Calculator

WEBHealth cost calculators are one way that patients can get an idea of cost ahead of time. use your health plan’s calculator to make a smart decision.

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