Most people want to stay as healthy as possible, yet chronic conditions such as heart disease, diabetes and high blood pressure are the primary drivers of the nation’s annual health-care costs, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
By taking a proactive approach to your health through preventive care, such as regular check-ups, screenings and lifestyle changes, you can improve your overall health and well-being and avoid the onset of chronic conditions. Preventive care also helps identify risk factors for certain diseases, allowing your doctor to provide guidance on how to reduce those risks.
“Preventive care is key to a healthier life for various reasons, including early detection, disease prevention and improved quality of life,” said Dr. Richard Vinroot, Vice President and Medical Director. “It also provides peace of mind knowing you’re taking steps to maintain good health and to catch potential health problems early.”
Employees and their dependents enrolled in the company’s medical and vision plans have access to various preventive care services and resources, such as:
- Annual wellness exams, screenings and immunizations – typically covered at 100 percent when you see an in-network provider
- Preventive Care Checklist – an online checklist of common tests and screenings for your age and gender and a guide to understanding important health numbers
- Vital medications – for diabetes and asthma allergies provided at a no-cost share to employees
- Nutritional counseling – up to 25 in-network sessions with a registered dietician for guidance on healthy food choices
- Real Appeal – a free program for weight loss and how to build healthy habits
- Livongo – a no-cost diabetes management program
- Essential Medical Eye Care – services related to diabetic eye disease, glaucoma and age-related macular degeneration (formerly the Diabetic Eye Care Plus program)
In addition, Spring Health, the company’s employee assistance program, offers a variety of resources to support you and your household members (ages 6+) with personalized care plans. Coaching also is available to help you reach healthy goals. Activate your account today at fmi.springhealth.com, and if prompted, use code: freeport.
“Freeport cares about employees and their families with high-quality benefits that support living healthy and productive lives,” Vinroot said. “I encourage everyone to take advantage of the offerings, which provide access to excellent care for employees and their families.”
For a full list of company benefit programs and resources, go to the Resources tab on Employee Self Service.