Early Bird Raffle

Complete all Level 1 incentive requirements by June 30 for a chance to win a Fitbit!

RMG PROVIDER REQUIREMENT LEVEL 1 CHANGES

Riverside Health is updating their REACH Program so that only participants that see an RMG Provider will be eligible to earn the Level 2 and 3 financial incentives. All participants are eligible for Level 1 regardless of provider, however if they do not see an RMG provider for their annual well visit they will not be able to complete Level 2 and Level 3. On the newly updated physician form there is a location for the physician to write their name and select whether or not they are an RMG provider.

Incentive requirements remain the same:

Employees and spouses may earn a health insurance premium credit by completing their Level 1 activities. Additionally, to receive premium credit, employees are offered a $100 financial incentive!

To complete Level 1, benefit eligible employees and spouses must complete the following activities:

1. 2023 Participation Consent Form
2. Online Health Risk Assessment
3. Upload your Well Visit Form with the REACH lab measures

Employee Wellness Department Key Dates

1. Riverside Patient Access Workers Appreciation Week: April 2 to 8
2. National Healthcare Volunteer Appreciation Week April 16 through 22
3. Oral Cancer Awareness Month
4. REACH Level 1 Deadline: Aug. 31!

REACH Portal Spotlight

Don’t forget to schedule your routine dental cleanings! These earn you Healthy Habit Points towards your REACH Level 3 goals.

Making the Most of your Dental Benefits Through Riverside!

More than 36% of adults don’t see their dentist all year. When you schedule a dental checkup, you don’t waste your benefits. That’s just one of three great reasons to get a checkup!

1. You get the most value from your benefits. Checkups are covered 100% by our Delta Dental plans.
2. You can get easier and less expensive treatment. Early detection can help prevent costly and complex procedures.
3. You decrease your risk for disease. A dental cleaning removes plaque and tartar to help prevent cavities and gum disease. Plus, your dentist looks for early signs of oral cancer, tooth decay and more.

Delta Dental information provided on the Benefit Information page (InforESS) for details about our dental plans. Go to www.DeltaDentalIL.com to find a provider, view your benefits, order another ID card, and more.

Eat The Rainbow REACH Challenge

Increase the amount of colorful produce you eat with the Eat the Rainbow Challenge. The challenge ends on March 12 but you can record your servings through March 19. Remember, to successfully complete the challenge and earn 25 points, log 75 servings throughout the challenge.

Update to Your REACH Program RMG Provider Information – Change to Level 2 and 3

In order to earn your Level 2 and 3 incentives, you must visit an RMG provider. All participants are eligible for Level 1. Our updated physician form will include a place for the physician to write their name and select if they are an RMG provider.

Early Bird Deadline Challenge – A Chance to Win a Fitbit

Complete all Level 1 incentive requirements by June 30, 2023 to be entered into a raffle for a chance to win an Apple Watch. Level 1 requirements include: complete your 2023 Participation Consent Form, complete your Health Risk Assessment, and upload your Well Visit Form with REACH lab measures.

Employee Wellness Department Key Dates

1. National Nutrition Month
2. Eat the Rainbow Challenge: Ends on March 12. Reporting ends on March 19.
3. Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
4. REACH Level 1 Deadline: Aug. 31

Early Bird Deadline: June 30

How to Earn Healthy Habit Points

Healthy Habit Points can be added throughout the year by self-reporting under Healthy Habits Tab for your preventive screenings/lifestyle coaching/financial, social, or mental wellness. You can also gain Healthy Habit Points by taking courses or connecting a fitness device automatically! A total of 120 Healthy Habit Points is required for Level 3 by Dec. 15, 2023.

How to Save on Prescription Medications

With ever increasing prescription costs, medication expenses can be hard to manage. Below are some ideas that may help make your medications more affordable.

Generic Medications: Using generic medications can provide significant cost savings. Ask your provider or pharmacist if there is a generic treatment option available and if it is appropriate for you.

Different Medication Choice: Oftentimes, there is more than one medication option to treat the same condition. If it seems your cost is high, ask your pharmacist if there are any alternatives you can suggest to your provider. Don’t be afraid to ask questions – your provider wants to prescribe the best option for you, but sometimes, there is more than one – and it may be worth it to ask.

Different Pharmacies: Out-of-pocket costs of medications are very important to know. OptumRx has an online tool that tells you how much your prescription costs and helps you shop around for the lowest price at different pharmacies in your area.

Coupon Savings: There are many discount programs you can find online that may provide cost savings compared to the out-of-pocket prices. There are a number of websites out there, CommunityCaresRX.com, WellRX.com, and GoodRX.com are a few. Or go to Google and search coupons using the name of your medication and dosage. Coupons aren’t available for all medications and not all coupons will apply toward your deductible and out of pocket amounts on your medical plan.

Patient Assistance Programs: Many drug manufacturers offer Patient Assistance Programs. The most reliable way to find if financial assistance is available is through the manufacturer’s website (you may find the name of a drug’s manufacturer during your Google search).

Don’t Skip Important Medications!

The most important thing you can do for your health is to stay on track with your necessary medications. While it is tempting to skip doses, or just forego filling a prescription altogether, this will often result in worsening your illness or condition. Ultimately, going untreated or under-treated can lead to far more serious and expensive health care outcomes, such as hospitalizations, more prescription medications, missed work days and an overall lack of well-being. Keep up with your daily medications, and always ask your provider before stopping medications. Take advantage of preventive appointments and annual well-check appointments. Communicate with your pharmacist and provider to make sure you understand why you are taking each medication. We want you to have the best possible health outcomes. Be an advocate for your own health by working with your pharmacist and provider to find the most affordable and effective solutions together.

Level 2 & Level 3 Updates

The REACH program is committed to ensuring the best wellness outcomes for participants.

New in 2023, participants must see an RMG Provider for their Annual Well Visit to participate in REACH Level 2 and Level 3. This change is aimed at ensuring all participants receive high-quality health care through the Riverside Medical Group and service lines.

Additionally, the practice will support improving the outcome of participants as the REACH program moves towards integration with EPIC in 2023, streamlining the enrollment and tracking of evidence-based programs required for Level 2 outcome participation. All participants will still be eligible to participate in Level 1 with their choice of provider.

Click here for a list of Riverside’s Primary Care Providers.