Telemedicine
Virtual Healthcare Jefferson Center is committed to your physical and mental well-being, offering several program options with you in mind. Virtual doctor’s visits allow you to see and speak to a doctor or licensed therapist online, anytime. The Kaiser and Cigna medical plans offer virtual healthcare benefits to their plan members.
Behavioral Health Virtual Healthcare
Stressed or anxious? Getting help is now easier than ever with the help of virtual therapy. Virtual therapy offers confidential counseling and includes: • Private video sessions: get 1-on-1 support in your home and at a time that’s convenient for you • Help with coping (for children, teens and adults): your licensed therapist may provide a diagnosis, treatment and medication if needed • Similar standard of care as in-person visits: you can see the same therapist with each appointment and establish an ongoing relationship Virtual therapy is designed to help treat conditions like: • ADD/ADHD • Addiction • Anxiety • Depression • Mental health disorders
When Virtual Healthcare is Appropriate Virtual healthcare is good for routine issues such as: • Cold and flu symptoms • Allergies • Pink eye • Urinary tract infections • Rash • Sinus problems • Quick assessment for severity
When Virtual Healthcare is Not Appropriate
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Virtual healthcare is not good for diagnoses that require a hands-on exam and lab test, emergencies or for injuries such as sprains and broken bones
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Stomach aches
EXAMPLE Over the weekend, Linda’s daughter begins itching her eye excessively. Knowing her primary care physician is not in the office, Linda utilizes virtual healthcare. She simply speaks with a doctor virtually, sends in photos of her child’s eye, and the doctor is able to prescribe an antibiotic for pink eye.
Rather than waiting in an urgent care, Linda is able to stay home and care for her daughter!
Virtual care is easy to use! ❖ Cigna Plan Members: • Book an MDLive appointment from anywhere, anytime at www.myCigna.com ❖ Kaiser Plan Members: Book a virtual care appointment from anywhere, anytime at www.kp.org/getcare • Video chat with a board-certified doctor from your phone, tablet, or computer • A prescription can be sent to the pharmacy nearest you All four of the Jefferson Center medical plans include telemedicine benefits. Register today so that you are ready to use this benefit when you need it. You will need your medical insurance information to complete your registration so be sure to have your medical insurance ID card handy.
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