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The Truth About Infections During Pregnancy: What Every Mom-to-Be Needs to Know

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Pregnancy is a beautiful journey, but it comes with its share of concerns. Infections during pregnancy can be worrisome, but knowledge is your best defense. Our latest article provides valuable information on the most common infections, symptoms to look out for, and how to protect your health and your baby's.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Changing Health Insurance in 2024

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When it comes to signing up for or changing health insurance, there is a lot to know. Read this article to learn answers to frequently asked questions.

Cost Sharing

A common term in healthcare is the term “cost sharing.” Cost sharing is when a patient is required to pay a portion of the healthcare costs not covered by insurance. There are different terms for cost…

Flexible Spendings = Money Savings

flexible spending accounts can save you money More and more plans are requiring a higher percentage of “cost sharing” between employers and their employees. The simple co-pay you used to incur when…

Importance of Preventive Health Exams

Importance of Preventive Health Exams As health care providers, our main goal is that you be healthy and stay healthy. There are many ways that can be accomplished, understanding that life doesn’t always…

2017… A New Year

We are well into 2017 and with the new year, it also means new things for your health insurance plans.  My health insurance?  Well, perhaps this isn't at the top of your list of resolutions, but it…

Continuing to Understand Your Healthcare – Why is Coordination of Benefits So Important?

Coordination of benefits can affect if your health insurance claims get paid.  Find out what you can do to prevent unpaid claims. Do you have more than one health insurance plan?  Maybe one through your…

Information About Zika

Information below is offered by the CDC CDC’s Response to Zika Doctor’s Visit Checklist: For Pregnant Women Who Traveled to an Area with Zika* If you are pregnant and traveled to an area with Zika,…

Choosing the Right Insurance Plan for You in 2017

September is the month when many people get bombarded with information about what insurance plan to select for 2017. This may include changing benefits, networks or providers. It is very important to understand…
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Continuing to Understand Your Health Care – Referrals vs. Authorizations: Why Should I Care?

HealthCare 101: Referrals vs. Authorizations Why Should I Care? In today's healthcare environment, there is a lot of talk about making sure you get a referral or an authorization for your services. If…

New Fitness Classes to Check Out This Summer

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It's not too late to try OUr fitness classes this summer! New Fitness Classes Thursdays At Madison Women's Health starting July 7th The classes will be taught by Poppy Niosi, who is the owner of Spirit…

Happy Father’s Day to all of our Madison Women’s Health families!

What does Zika virus have to do with Father's Day? Most of the focus on Zika virus and pregnancy has been on what women can do to prevent being bitten by potentially infected mosquitoes. However, male…

Continuing to Understand Your Health Care – What are Life Events?

Life changes are a common occurrence. In one person's lifetime, everyone will go through life event that changes their personal and financial situation. It may also affect your health care situation -…

Insect Repellent Recommendations

With the nice weather approaching, the insects have also come alive! Want to know about the most appropriate bug repellent to use? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has information to share…