On January 1, 2022, Sutter Health Plus is changing its pharmacy benefit manager to CVS Caremark®. Here are a few things members should know.
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An Update on COVID-19 Booster Shots
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released updated Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 booster shot recommendations for all individuals age 18 and older.
New Pharmacy Benefit Manager Coming in 2022
Effective January 1, 2022, Sutter Health Plus is changing its pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) to CVS Caremark® from Express Scripts®. CVS Caremark will manage the pharmacy benefits for our members, including retail, mail order and specialty prescription drugs; claims processing; and prior authorization requests for drugs.
COVID-19 Vaccinations for Children Ages Five to 11
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends the Pfizer pediatric COVID-19 vaccine for children ages five to 11. This is long-anticipated and welcome news for many parents with school-age children.
Open Enrollment for Individuals and Families
This year’s annual open enrollment period begins Nov. 1, 2021 and ends Jan. 31, 2022. During open enrollment, take time to review your insurance options and find a plan that fits your needs or the needs of your family.
An Update on COVID-19 Booster Shots
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released booster shot recommendations for individuals age 18 and older in certain populations. A booster shot is given to individuals when the immune system response to the primary vaccine series has likely decreased over time.
Ways to Manage Stress
If left unmanaged, constant stress can have negative effects on health. Consider making a few positive life changes to address and potentially remove stressors.
An Update on COVID-19 Vaccinations
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released booster shot recommendations for some high-risk groups who received the Pfizer vaccine. A booster shot is given to individuals when the immune system response to the primary vaccine series has likely decreased over time.
Managing Health—Anytime, Anywhere
When life gets busy, it can be difficult to find time to manage health. Sutter Health Plus members have access to a variety of online tools and resources to help manage their wellness, care, and coverage from home or on-the-go when it’s convenient for their schedule, 24/7.
Protect Yourself and Others by Getting a Flu Shot
In addition to remaining vigilant and following public health guidelines to prevent the spread of COVID-19, it’s important to protect yourself and those around you from Influenza (flu) and flu-related illness by getting the annual flu vaccine. Sutter Health Plus covers preventive care services, such as the yearly flu vaccine, at no cost share when provided by a participating provider.