STREAMLINING HEALTHCARE
Health literacy is the ability to understand and communicate basic health information, essential for accessing care, interacting with doctors, and following treatments.
People with low levels of health literacy are less likely to receive preventive care and more likely to wind up in the emergency room or hospital. Understanding health care terminology and making decisions about how and where to go for care can be confusing for anyone.
It’s OK for people to be able to admit when we don’t know something and to ask for help in finding the information we need.
UNITEDHEALTH’S JUST PLAIN CLEAR GLOSSARY OF HEALTH CARE TERMINOLOGY
CHECK OUT THESE LINKS TO HELP YOU UNDERSTAND KEY TERMS FOR TESTS, PROCEDURES, AND ILLNESSES:
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Choosing the right place for medical care is key to getting the best treatment at an affordable price. Remember, even if you don’t pay directly, MKB Company covers the costs–as a self-insured company, we pay medical, dental, and vision claims ourselves. Learn more in the article and help save us all some hard-earned money:
PREVENTATIVE CARE
Proactively caring for your health is key to overall well-being. Preventative care protects you from future illnesses and injuries through early detection. Regular check-ups help catch issues early, reducing healthcare costs and preventing costly treatments or hospital stays.
Did you know that preventative care not only benefits your healthcare provider but also REDUCES HEALTHCARE COSTS? Regular check-ups enable your provider to identify any anomalies and take the necessary steps to restore your well-being. While prevention may seem to involve upfront costs, it is undeniably more cost-effective. Preventative care encompasses crucial elements such as vaccinations, screenings/exams, and diagnostic tests. These steps are essential for maintaining your health and preventing serious conditions.
Embracing preventative care paves the way for a long and healthy life.
Don’t delay any further – schedule your check-ups and prioritize your well-being TODAY.
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