Diabetes is one of the leading causes of disability and death in the United States. It can cause blindness, nerve damage, kidney disease, and other health problems if it’s not controlled. The good news? People who are at high risk for type 2 diabetes can lower their risk by more than half if they make healthy changes. These changes include: eating healthy, increasing physical activity, and losing weight. To learn more, visit the state of Maryland wellness website for links to articles and tips.
As you know, the 2015 Wellness Plan healthy activities deadline has been extended to 12/31/15!
Participants now have an additional 90 days to complete the activities for 2015:
- Select a primary care physician (PCP)
- Complete the health risk assessment (HRA)
- Review the results of the HRA with your PCP
- Return the signed physician form to your medical plan
Once the activities are completed, PCP copays will be waived through 12/31/15 and you avoid the premium surcharge in 2016!
Visit the state of Maryland employee benefits website for links to the medical plan websites and tips for easy wellness completion.
The 2016 Wellness Program healthy activities are now available for your review.
