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AFMC's Value Added Program for Members
Arizona Foundation for Medical Care is pleased to provide a hearing care discount plan that makes hearing-aid services accessible, as well as affordable. HearPO is one of the largest providers of hearing healthcare benefits in the United States offering members a variety of hearing aids and services through a simple three step process. Get details.
Controlling Costs through Medical Management Services and Wellness Programs
To help control the rising cost of healthcare, AFMC - through our strategic partnerships - has compiled a comprehensive package of Medical Management Services and Wellness Programs. These products and services are delivered by professionals who are highly qualified in cost management issues and quality assurance standards. They provide a comprehensive approach to ensuring the quality and appropriateness of care while maximizing cost savings. Learn more.
Did you know that AFMC has a Workers' Compensation Network?
Foundation COMP was designed for self-funded employers and workers' compensation carriers. The plan offers its clients aggressive discounts and the largest most accessible network of hospitals, occupational health medical centers, urgent care centers, physical therapy centers and outpatient surgery centers, as well as a comprehensive network of physicians.
Protection Against 2009 H1N1 to be included in 2010-2011 Season Flu Vaccine
February 22, 2010 - A key U.S. Food and Drug Administration Advisory Committee recommended today that protection against the 2009 H1N1 virus, which was first identified last April, be included in the 2010-2011 seasonal influenza vaccine starting this fall. That means that, barring some unforeseen circumstance, this fall, most Americans will be able to return to the traditional routine of having one flu vaccine to protect them against the major circulating flu viruses. More.
Data security breaches are often triggered by carelessness. For physicians, a lost smartphone or forgotten laptop can mean a long, arduous process of notifying patients - and the risk of penalties under HIPAA.
February 22, 2010 - According to a American Medical News article, often the biggest threat to a physician's practice and patient data is not an outside hacker or a snooping employee - it's somebody's forgetfulness. As technology becomes smaller and more portable, it becomes easier to lose. Surveys from a data protection solutions company in 2009 found that in a six-month period, 12,500 mobile devices were left in taxis, and 4,500 USB memory sticks were left in pockets of pants sent to dry cleaners. Read more.
Recovery Act awards $1 billion to help healthcare providers adopt health information technology and train workers for the healthcare jobs of the future.
February 12, 2010 - Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius and Labor Secretary Hilda Solis announced a total of nearly $1 billion in Recovery Act awards to help healthcare providers advance the adoption and meaningful use of health information technology (IT) and train workers for the healthcare jobs of the future. Read more.
Your Health and Wellness
Want to stay healthy, but don't know how to start? AFMC is here to help.
Stay Healthy this Flu Season. Learn about the flu and how to stay healthy this flu season.
Healthcare for the Next Generation Healthcare can be confusing. To help you better navigate and understand managed care plans and how they impact you, we've gathered some facts together. Read more.
Family Health Portrait Create your family health history. It can help identify whether you have higher risk for some diseases. It can also help your health care practitioner recommend ways to reduce your disease risk and look for early warning signs of disease.
