“While 2021 was anything but a ‘normal year,’ I’m proud we remained focused on our commitment to offer Northern Californians affordable access to high-quality, integrated care and coverage,” shared Phil Jackson, CEO of Health Plan Partnerships & Products at Sutter Health.
Although there’s no proven way to prevent colon cancer, people can take steps each day to protect colorectal health through positive lifestyle choices and getting screened for early detection. Colon cancer, if caught early, is highly treatable and can often be cured with the chance for survival as high as 90%.
Sutter Health Plus is pleased that many of its network hospitals were recognized by the California Health and Human Services Agency (CHHS) for reducing cesarean section (C-section) births for first-time moms with low-risk pregnancies.
On January 1, 2022, Sutter Health Plus is changing its pharmacy benefit manager to CVS Caremark®. Here are a few things members should know.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
If left unmanaged, constant stress can have negative effects on health. Consider making a few positive life changes to address and potentially remove stressors.