NWPP Plan News & Updates

Check here for all the latest news and updates, from new wellness offerings, to benefit changes, to tips on using your healthcare.

News
August 15, 2025

Alternate Plan Transitions to Regular Plan

Starting September 1, 2025 all participants on the Alternate Medical Plan will be seamlessly transitioned to the Regular PPO Plan. The change will not impact medical benefit coverage and deductibles, co-pays, and out-of-pocket maximums will all remain the same. In addition, the change will give people previously on the Alternate Plan many additional benefits, including: Dental […]

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News
July 25, 2025

Join NWPP at the 2025 Health Fairs

Every year NWPP partners with the Pacific Health Coalition to host three health fairs for NWPP participants. Attending a health fair is a great opportunity to get your annual flu shot and common lab tests done, conveniently and at no cost to you! You’ll also have a chance to meet and speak with local health […]

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Mental Health
June 17, 2025

Aches and Pains Getting You Down?

The link between chronic pain and depression. There is often a link between people working in physically demanding jobs and a higher instance of chronic pain. When pain becomes chronic, it can lead to depression and anxiety. And similarly, people with mental distress, can experience pain as more severe and long lasting. Discomfort from health […]

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Mental Health
May 14, 2025

Support Your Mental Health

Get the resources you need to manage life’s stressors. From finances, to relationships, to work/life balance, to physical health and more — there are a lot of factors that contribute to your mental health, and your ability to manage stress. It is not always easy to manage life’s stressors. That’s where Uprise Health comes in. […]

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Your Benefits
April 22, 2025

Understanding Eligibility

The basics on enrolling for your NWPP benefits. Here is a quick overview that can help you better understand eligibility for NWPP health benefits. This overview does not cover every scenario, so please contact your local union or the Administration Office toll-free at (866) 417-4240 if you have a specific situation or any questions. Becoming […]

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Wellness Tips
January 31, 2025

5 Tips for Choosing a Primary Care Doctor

Your primary care doctor is the person you will visit for most of your medical needs—when you’re sick, for your check-ups, and when you have health questions or concerns. If your health plan requires referrals, your primary care doctor will also be the person who refers you to specialists. Nurse practitioners and physician assistants also […]

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