Presbyterian Health Plan | Summer 2019 | Your Story

Some people are at risk for health complications if they get the flu: ● ● Children younger than five years old ● ● Pregnant women ● ● Adults age 65 and older ● ● People with certain chronic medical conditions Did you know? www.phs.org 7 myPRES With myPRES you have secure online access to manage and get information about your health. Through myPRES you can: • Check how much of your deductible you have met • Review your claims history and Explanation of Benefits (EOBs) • Print a temporary ID card and request a replacement • Manage your prescriptions (drugs), find pharmacies (drugstores), check your drug claim history, and more. • Use MyChart—patients of Presbyterian Medical Group can view parts of their electronic health record. You can do things like: » » Get test and lab results » » View drug and allergy information » » Schedule an appointment (visit) » » View records of past visits » » Send messages to your care team » » Renew a prescription (drug) Visit www.phs.org/mypres to sign up today! Tips for preventing the flu Follow these simple steps to keep yourself and your family healthy during flu season: 1. Stay away from sick people and stay home if you are sick. 2. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth. 3. Wash your hands often with soap and water or rub your hands with an alcohol- based hand sanitizer. 4. Wash eating utensils, dishes, sheets, and towels, especially if someone in the family is ill. 5. Frequently clean surfaces that are touched by hands. 6. Get a flu vaccine every year, since the flu virus changes. Your rights and responsibilities As a Presbyterian member, you have rights and responsibilities. Our partnership with you is best when we ensure your rights and you meet your responsibilities. We follow the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). We also follow federal and state laws as required. You can find member rights and responsibilities online at www.phs.org/pages/member-rights.aspx . NOTICE OF PRIVACY PRACTICES The notice of privacy practices describes how Presbyterian safeguards your Protected Health Information and your rights with regard to that information. You can find the “Joint Notice of Privacy Practices”at www.phs.org at http://docs.phs.org/idc/groups/public/@phs/@ marketing/documents/phscontent/wcmprod1029971. pdf .