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Healthcare Claims

Last Updated: March 20, 2026

A healthcare claim is a request for payment that you or your doctor submit to your health insurance company after you receive care. The claim includes unique medical codes that have been interpreted from the healthcare providers notes during your visit. Using these codes,...

01.18.22 01:32 PM - Comment(s)
Telehealth

Last Updated: June 17, 2026

Telehealth, which means: "the provision of healthcare remotely by means of telecommunications technology," now allows consumers to receive healthcare from wherever they are: the comfort of a living room, at the office, or while traveling away from home. Seeing yo...

01.11.22 03:18 PM - Comment(s)
Prior Authorization

Last Updated: March 23, 2026

What is Prior Authorization?

Prior Authorization is an approval from your health insurer or plan stating that a healthcare service, treatment plan, prescription drug or durable medical equipment is medically necessary.

 

As a member of your company’s benefit plan, you m...

01.11.22 11:47 AM - Comment(s)
Tips for Staying Healthy this Winter

Last Updated: June 17, 2026

It’s no secret that many of us are taking extra measures this fall to stay healthy. Whether you are a healthcare worker on the frontlines, a school teacher, or a parent working from home, staying illness-free this season ensures that you feel well and can continue to serve...
01.04.22 08:37 PM - Comment(s)
Shopping for Healthcare

Last Updated: March 23, 2026

If the possibility of receiving an unexpected medical bill in the mail after a healthcare visit stirs up more fear than the effects of untreated injury or illness, this article is for you. The Healthcare Price Transparency Rule, effective January 1, 2021, brings...

12.14.21 12:13 PM - Comment(s)
Understanding Healthcare Transactions

Last Updated: March 24, 2026

Typical service transactions are straightforward. When you walk into your usual barber shop or hair salon, you typically have a good idea of what the bill will be once the service is complete. You receive the service and pay the bill before heading out the door. All done!...

12.14.21 11:20 AM - Comment(s)
Navigating Your Options for Optimal Care and Cost Savings

Last Updated: March 20, 2026

Healthcare is often an unpredictable landscape. Whether you're dealing with a persistent cough or facing an emergency, understanding your healthcare options is crucial. Knowing where to go and when can not only save you money but also ensure you get the most appropriate c...

12.14.21 10:17 AM - Comment(s)
5 Proactive Healthcare Tips

Last Updated: June 17, 2026

We asked a Nurse Practitioner to help us create a list of achievable healthy habits that consider the whole health picture: mind and body. For any individual seeking a healthier, happier lifestyle, here are 5 proactive healthcare tips to point you in the right direction.

12.03.21 12:17 PM - Comment(s)
Medicaid

Last Updated: June 17, 2026

Medicaid is a jointly funded federal and state program that provides health coverage and resources to millions of eligible Americans. Those eligible include low-income individuals, families, pregnant women, the elderly, and individuals with disabilities. Each state’s Medic...

10.27.21 03:05 PM - Comment(s)
Why Mental Health Matters

Last Updated: June 17, 2026

This content is delivered through our partnership with MHA Sheboygan. 

Some people think that only people with mental illnesses need to pay attention to their mental health. 


But the truth is that your emotions, thoughts, and attitudes affect ou...



10.26.21 02:36 PM - Comment(s)