Health Education and
Wellness
We offer health and wellness benefits to all
iCare members.
It is iCare's
goal to improve the health and
well being of its members. We currently offer the following:
Family Planning Services
We provide private family planning benefits to all members. If you do not
want to talk to your Primacy Care Provider (PCP) about family planning, call your Care Coordinator.
He or she will help you choose an
iCare family planning provider who
is different from your PCP.
Use your Forward Card - You can also go to any family planning
clinic that will accept your Forward ID card, even if the clinic is not
affiliated with iCare. But we encourage you to receive family planning
services from an iCare
network doctor. That way we can better coordinate all your
health care needs.
Pregnancy
We have several doctors in our network who specialize in
OB/GYN. See
your primary care doctor or an OB/GYN for checkups throughout your
pregnancy.
When it is time to have your baby, you must go to an
iCare
network hospital. Talk to your doctor to make sure you understand which hospital you
are to go to when it is time to have your baby.
Planning on Traveling?
Also, talk to your doctor if you plan to travel in your last month of
pregnancy. We want you to have a healthy birth and a good birthing
experience. Your doctor knows your history and is the best person to help
you with a healthy birth. Do not go out of area to have your baby unless you
have your doctor's permission.
On-Going Programs
Physical Activity Programs
We know that being physically active is a key factor to staying healthy.
So, in an effort to help you be physically active,
iCare has put together a
list of community resources for you. If you would like more
information on the community resources call 414-223-4847 or click on the
link below:
Listing of community resources to
help you become physically
fit.
Tobacco Free Program
No Butts About It - Go to the Family Care Center for a FREE informal group.
Discuss ways to quit, common questions, and how to get started. For
more information call 1-414-527-8237.
Wisconsin Tobacco Quit Line - A toll free telephone service for those who
use tobacco and want to quit:
1-877-270-7867 ENGLISH
1-877-266-3863 SPANISH
1-877-777-4334 (TTY)
Routine Prevention Programs
Flu Immune Program
Each fall iCare works with the Visiting Nurse Association (VNA) and
your doctor to help you get a flu shot. Talk to your Care
Coordinator at 414-223-4847 to see how you can get a flu shot this
fall.
Mammography Program
Independent Care and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that female members 40 years of age and older have a mammogram each year. A mammogram is a great way to
detect breast cancer early. Talk to your Care Coordinator at
414-223-4847 to learn more.
HealthCheck
HealthCheck is a checkup benefit for
iCare members ages 19
through their 21st birthday. HealthCheck covers complete health
checkups each year. These checkups are very important for a young
person’s health. A young adult may look and feel well, yet may have
a health problem. Doctors want to see young adults for regular
checkups, not just when they are sick. The HealthCheck program has
three purposes:
- To find and treat health problems early.
- To let you know about special health services.
- To check if you are eligible for
other health care programs not otherwise
covered.
The HealthCheck program covers the care for any health problems
found during the checkup including medical, dental and eye care. The
HealthCheck checkup includes:
- A health history
- Physical exam
- Developmental assessment
- Hearing and vision test
- Blood and urine lab tests
- Complete immunizations (shots)
You will be referred to a dentist and get help in choosing and
getting to that dentist. We will help arrange for a ride to your
HealthCheck visits. Call Member Services at 414-223-4847 for a ride.
You should ask your doctor when you should have your next
HealthCheck exam or call your care coordinator for more information.
Preventive Health Guidelines
Please note that benefits and services
offered are subject to change. |
