A blog on the latest news and events for ACU faculty and staff
If you are needing help with benefits, please conact either Elsa Dunson or Compass Professional Health Services:
Elsa Dunson, Benefits Coordinator
1-800-325-1174 or from campus extension 3359
EDunson@holmesmurphy.com
Compass, ACU’s dedicated HealthPro
1-800-513-1667 x 788
leahm@compassphs.com
The deadline for Hendrick & BCBS is today, June 30. If an agreement is not reached by midnight tonight, Hendrick will be considered out of network for those with BCBS insurance. It is important that you review the FAQ’s from both Hendrick and BCBS. Doing so will allow you to begin to consider what, if any, steps you may need to take should Hendrick become out of network for a period of time. We are currently compiling a list of FAQ’s for ACU should this occur. In the meantime, feel free to send your question to Elsa Dunson at EDunson@holmesmurphy.com or ext. 3359 or Leah Shepherd at leah.shepherd@acu.edu or ext. 2172.
As of today, Hendrick & BCBS are still in negotiations regarding their contract. ACU remains optimistic that an agreement will be made. However, we believe it is time for you to engage a bit more in the educational materials that are available from both Hendrick and BCBS. Doing so will allow you to begin to consider what, if any, steps you may need to take should Hendrick become out of network for a period of time. We are currently compiling a list of FAQ’s for ACU should this occur. In the meantime, feel free to send your question to Elsa Dunson at EDunson@holmesmurphy.com or ext. 3359 or Leah Shepherd at leah.shepherd@acu.edu or ext. 2172.
When you enroll in Internet Banking, you’ll have 24/7 online access to your HSA so you can:
Many brand name prescriptions have lower costing options available. These options include generic equivalents and clinical alternatives. Generic equivalents are comprised of the same chemical compounds as your brand name drug, while clinical alternatives have a different chemical makeup, but are used to treat the same condition. Check out the price difference between brand name medications and alternatives below:
We know how important medication can be for both your health and lifestyle. What does Compass need to get started?
Call or email me at your convenience to get started.
We are committed to healthcare transparency. We are committed to you.
Do you want to avoid paying fees? Review this Health Savings Account Fee and Interest Schedule to learn ways you can avoid fees associated with your HSA account.
1. Log in to Internet Banking
2. Click on “Transfers” and “Schedule Transfers” in the menu.
3. Select “Click Here”, then complete the transfer information by selecting a from account and a to account.
4. Enter the amount you would like to transfer.
5. After you set up an online transfer, HSA Bank will send you a confirmation email.
Are you paying $50 or more for your prescriptions? Many brand name prescriptions have lower costing alternatives that can save you money.
Your Health Pros at Compass can tell you the lower cost options. Just send a list of your prescriptions to Leah Merrill at leahm@compassphs.com and she will let you know how much you could save. She can also help you investigate any additional options to lower your prescription costs.
Take a look at one Compass member’s experience: “I was spending $200 every month on drugs until my Health Pro told me how to cut that down to only $8. I love that I’m not wasting that money! “
A Primary Care Physician, or PCP, is one of the most important doctors to have. With and any changes over time. Annual visits with a PCP promotes early disease detection, regular visits, your PCP can stay aware of your health conditions allowing you to make the most of your benefits and possibly even save your life.
Many emotional and physical disorders have been linked to stress, including depression, anxiety, heart attacks and stroke. But did you know sleep problems can be a warning sign of stress? Learn more about stress by logging in to Blue Access for MembersSM. Click the My Health tab and then the Stress link.
