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May 28, 2024
Medicare Annual Wellness Visit: What it is and why you should get one
You’ve likely had annual physicals throughout your life where your doctor performs a thorough check of your body’s physical health. But an Annual Wellness Visit is different. During this visit, your doctor assesses your overall health and well-being by focusing on topics like preventive care, health screenings, medications, and more. It gives you the extra…
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May 17, 2024
Tips to stay active, strong, and healthy as you age
Staying active is an important part of being healthy at any age. But it can become especially important as you get older. That’s why CDPHP® Senior Fit offers access to gyms, fitness classes, and wellness programs at no additional cost. Are you a CDPHP Medicare Advantage member? Check out these resources to help keep you…
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January 24, 2024
5 tips for using your prepaid Benefits Mastercard
Your prepaid Benefits Mastercard makes using your Medicare Advantage over-the-counter (OTC) and dental benefits even easier! We’ve teamed up with NationsBenefits to bring you one convenient card preloaded with both your quarterly OTC and yearly dental spending amounts. Here’s how it works… Use your card online, over the phone, or in person to buy eligible…
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June 02, 2023
How this CDPHP member gets what she needs, in sickness and in health
A lot has changed for Theresa Mason and her family over the past nearly 40 years. Her four children grew up, her husband retired, and she’s on her way to having five grandsons by this summer. But one thing has stayed the same – she’s still a CDPHP® member. “CDPHP has helped us out so…
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May 09, 2023
Join the pickleball craze! What it is and where to play in the Capital Region
Pickle what? Pickleball! But what is it? It’s one of the fastest growing sports out there, gaining several million players in the past few years alone. It can be played with two players in singles format, but the more popular selection seems to be doubles, which has four players. The best part? Pickleball can be…
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April 04, 2023
10 tips and 5 locations to hike with your dog in the Capital Region
Hiking with your furry friend can be an incredible bonding experience and a great way for both of you to stay active. For Bilbo Waggins (pictured here) and me, it’s our primary way to keep fit. But as important as fitness is, it’s also important to think about how to safely hike with a dog…
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