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The grass may be greener in a new plan: why it pays to revisit your Medicare decision

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?

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State of Illinois and Health Alliance keep employees and retirees on the move with Fall into Fitness Virtual 5K/10K Challenge, beginning September 15

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.

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Health Alliance ranked #1 in member satisfaction in region by J.D. Power

Champaign, Ill. – Health Alliance™ receives top honors in member satisfaction for Commercial Health Plans in the Illinois/Indiana region based on the results of the J.D. Power 2023 U.S. Commercial Health Plan StudySM. With a continued focus on bringing innovative solutions, comprehensive coverage and supportive customer service experiences, Health Alliance is the #1 Commercial Member Health Plan for Customer Satisfaction in the region. The honor marks the fifth time Health Alliance has received the award, having received it in 2014, 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2023.

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Special Enrollment Period set as Medicaid redetermination process resumes following a three-year pause

Champaign, Ill. – Health Alliance is offering assistance to individuals and families who are losing their Medicaid health coverage due to the end of the Medicaid continuous enrollment provision that was a requirement of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act. Medicaid customers have not been asked to renew their Medicaid coverage since 2020, sparking concerns that many people may be unprepared to act or unsure of the process to do so and lose their health coverage.

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A Helping Hand When You Need It 

Senior citizens in the United States live on their own at much higher rates than anywhere else in the world. For adults aged sixty years or older, half of this age group either live alone or with a single spouse or partner.   

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