Today, Health Alliance announced one-year outcomes from its partnership with Virta Health, the leader in diabetes reversal and sustainable weight loss with a nutrition first approach.
As the autumn colors peak and the air turns crisp, a significant period approaches for many people in the United States. The Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) for Medicare, held from Oct. 15 to Dec. 7, is a critical time for those with Medicare, those assisting a friend or family member, or individuals who have recently retired and are now looking for a Medicare plan. This period is crucial in securing coverage that aligns with individual health needs, lifestyle interests and financial realities.
“We are always looking for ways to lower drug costs while maintaining the best medical outcomes for our members,” Brian Smolich vice president of Health Alliance™ Pharmacy and Medical UM and Systems, says. That is why in early 2023, when several biopharmaceutical companies launched biosimilars for adalimumab as a substitute for Humira®, Smolich and others saw it as a potential game-changer for many patients diagnosed with certain types of arthritis and other inflammation-related diseases.
The proverbial saying, “the grass is always greener on the other side of the fence,” is typically used to caution against comparing your current situation to a rosy, overly optimistic view of something new or different. It seems to say, “Be happy with what you have.” But, what if the grass really might be greener somewhere else?
CHICAGO – The State of Illinois and Health Alliance today announced the annual Fall into Fitness Virtual 5K/10K Challenge for State wellness plan members. Held September 15 – 25, 2023, the event offers a guided experience for individuals to make fitness goals, win prizes and engage with other wellness plan members. It is sponsored by the Health Alliance, Illinois Department of Central Management Services (CMS), and Be Well Illinois, the State’s comprehensive plan to support the wellness needs of its workforce.