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Top reasons to schedule annual visits early in the year. Scheduling annual medical, dental and eye visits early in the calendar year not only starts the year off right, but it can also help you better manage your health going forward. Here are some of the top reasons to schedule your exams: Maximize your health […]
Read MoreSAD can take a toll on your mental health with persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness, a loss of interest in activities, and changes in sleep and appetite. For some, it can also show up as anger, irritability, or reckless behavior. Wondering if you have SAD? Take this quiz to help you see whether you […]
Read MoreAs an NWPP participant you have access to a special plan rate with Via Benefits. If you’re 65 years or older, or otherwise eligible for Medicare, and you have been continuously employed by a participating NWPP employer for at least 10 years, you must enroll in an Individual Medicare Plan Part A and B during […]
Read MoreNWPP partners with Comagine Health to offer you case management services as part of your medical benefits. This service is completely voluntary and offered to you and your family at no cost. What is case management? Case management is a program that provides coordination of care with your healthcare team for cases of serious illness […]
Read MoreStarting 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 […]
Read MoreThe 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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