Chronic Conditions
Taking care of your health is vital, especially if you have a chronic condition. Nextep has collected the tools and resources you may need to understand your health concerns.
If you’re a Nextep partner, you have access to a variety of benefits through Aetna. Take advantage of health assessments, decision support, 24-hour nurse line, health screening recommendations, online health programs, a health management program with an Aetna health coach, and discounts on health products and services.
Log into the Nextep mobile app or your account to begin exploring your benefits. You can also view your benefit summary and medical ID card.
The following info is not medical advice, but a source of info. Please consult your doctor with questions about your health and the right plan for you.
Prediabetes
Prediabetes can be a wake-up call. It can drive someone to lose weight, become more active, or eat healthier. It can also generate a lot of questions. Nextep rounded up several resources to help you find answers to some of your questions.
Nurse Connection
Through Nextep’s medical plans, you have a 24-hour nurse line that connects you with a registered nurse who can help you understand symptoms, manage your chronic condition, learn about treatment options, and more. Call 1-800-556-1555 to connect.
If you don’t have Aetna, contact your insurance provider to see if they offer a similar hotline.
Disclaimer: Nurses on the call line can't diagnose, prescribe, or give medical advice.
Health Knowledge
Aetna provides access to a wealth of info through its Health Knowledge Base. For prediabetes:
- Find health tools to manage your condition
- Learn the cause of prediabetes and how to prevent Type 2 diabetes
- See risk factors that increase your chance of getting sick
- Discover info about staying healthy, treatment options, testing, and more
Blogs + Articles
- What is Prediabetes?
- Getting Screened: What Does It Mean?
- Prediabetes & Diabetes Testing
- I’ve Been Diagnosed — Now What?
- The Surprising Truth About Prediabetes
- Prediabetes Non-Modifiable Risk Factors
- The Right Foods to Eat
- Prediabetes: Your Chance to Prevent Type 2
- Many Miss Prediabetes Wake-up Call
- Tips for Chronic Disease Management
- Living Well with Diabetes
- The Impact of Family History
More Resources
- Find an Aetna Provider
- Aetna covered medications
- Aetna member rights & resources
- Aetna Blood Glucose Meter Program
- Prediabetes: Which Treatment Should I Use to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes?
- Prevent Type 2 Diabetes as a Family
- Tips to Reduce Your Risk
- Questions for the Doctor
- DoIHavePrediabetes.org
- CDC National Diabetes Prevention
- CDC Prediabetes Risk Test
Manager Toolkit
We know your employees’ well-being and health matters to you and your business, but finding the answers to help them stay healthy is tough. That’s why we're here to help. Not only have we compiled info for your employees, but you as well. Here are tips and materials for bringing awareness to your workplace.
- Promote National Diabetes Awareness Month in November
- Post a prediabetes flyer or living with diabetes flyer
- Share the prediabetes handout with your staff
- Listen to or share this Aetna prediabetes podcast
- Read our blog about How to Promote Workplace Wellness
- See the stats on the cost of diabetes
- Learn about telehealth services through Nextep
- Help employees achieve health goals with Attain by Aetna
High Blood Pressure
Many people with high blood pressure don’t know they have it. Hypertension can lead to more severe health problems or increase your risk of heart attack or stroke. Nextep wants to alleviate the stress of finding answers about this chronic condition, so we’ve gathered resources to assist you.
Discounts
Aetna members can get discounts from Omron Healthcare for:
- Blood pressure monitors
- Pedometers and activity trackers
- Electrotherapy TENS units and more
Members will find discounts under the Stay Healthy section of your Aetna account. If you’re not an Aetna member, you should check with your health insurance provider about discounts.
Health Knowledge
Aetna provides access to a wealth of info through its Health Knowledge Base. For hypertension:
- Find health tools to manage your condition
- Learn what can happen if you don’t manage high blood pressure
- See risk factors that can increase your blood pressure
- Discover info about staying healthy, treatment options, testing, and more
Blogs + Articles
- Prevent High Blood Pressure
- Prehypertension: Does it Really Matter?
- How to Control Blood Pressure
- Key Facts About High Blood Pressure
- Blood Pressure Tips
- A Little Too Much Pressure, A Lot of Trouble
- Best Tools for Heart Health Goals
- High Blood Pressure in Youth
- Know Your Risk for High Blood Pressure
- Blood Pressure Medicines
- AMA Heart Healthy Diet
- Anxiety: A cause of high blood pressure?
- Common High Blood Pressure Myths
More Resources
- Find an Aetna Provider
- Aetna covered medications
- Aetna member rights & resources
- Blood Pressure Infographic
- Find a Diabetes Education Program
- Do You Know How to Measure Blood Pressure?
- Blood Pressure 101 Quiz
- Managing My Blood Pressure
- My Blood Pressure Log
- Discounts on Blood Pressure Equipment
- Heart-Healthy Cooking Tools & Resources
- AMA Facts & Resources
- Hypertension Overview Video
Manager Toolkit
We know your employees’ well-being and health matters to you and your business, but finding the answers to help them stay healthy is tough. That’s why we're here to help. Not only have we gathered info for your employees, but you as well. Here are tips and materials for bringing awareness to your workplace.
- Promote Heart Health Awareness Month in February
- Host a health screening in the office
- Post these facts around the office: You can control it flyer, You can prevent it flyer, & Know your numbers flyer
- Share the heart-healthy chili recipe or healthy eating handout with your staff
- Listen to or share this Aetna podcast
- Read our blog about How to Promote Workplace Wellness
- Share this article about Blood Pressure Monitoring at Home
- Learn about telehealth services through Nextep
- Help employees achieve health goals with Attain by Aetna
Weight Management
Obesity is a significant concern in the U.S. and the leading cause of diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and some cancers. A combination of factors such as inactivity, dietary patterns, medications, and genetics can result in becoming overweight. Living a healthy lifestyle isn’t always easy, and Nextep is here to help you find resources that may help with weight management.
Discounts
LifeMart offers Aetna members discounts for:
- Weight loss meal plans
- Home meal delivery options
- Coupons for local grocery stores
- Helpful online tools & coaching support
Members will find discounts under the Stay Healthy section of your Aetna account. Aetna members can enroll in Aetna’s online health coaching program or sign up for an Aetna health coach at no cost.
Health Knowledge
Aetna provides access to a wealth of info through its Health Knowledge Base. For obesity:
- Find tools to help you take action to improve your health
- Review weight-loss strategies and tips for selecting weight-loss programs
- Learn the health risks of obesity and benefits of weight loss
- Discover info about BMI, staying healthy, surgery options, health screening, and more
Blogs + Articles
- Obesity is Complicated
- Preventing Weight Gain
- Some Myths about Nutrition & Physical Activity
- Fitness Habits to Make
- Why Exercise?
- Just Enough for You: About Food Portions
- Physical Activity for a Healthy Weight
- Staying Active at Any Size
- Help Your Child Achieve Healthy Weight
- Choosing Weight-loss Program
- Health Tips for Adults
- Watch Your Weight
Manager Toolkit
We know your employees’ well-being and health matters to you and your business, but finding the answers to help them stay healthy is tough. That’s why we're here to help. Not only have we gathered info for your employees, but you as well. Here are tips and materials for bringing awareness to your workplace.
- Promote overall well-being in January
- Post a proactive health flyer or or obesity fact sheet
- Host a health screening for your staff
- Share the men’s health handout or women’s health handout
- Read our blog about How to Promote Workplace Wellness
- See the stats on the cost of diabetes
- Learn about telehealth services through Nextep
- Help employees achieve health goals with Attain by Aetna
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