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Personal Health Appraisal
The PHA is a risk assessment tool that will assist you in identifying
behaviors that put you at risk for developing chronic disease and can
serve as a guide for you to address your health needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What will I need to complete the PHA?
- The results of your annual lab tests. (If your lab results are older than 12 months, consult your primary care physician for testing or look for
a campus screening.)
- Waist size in inches
- Names of medications taken
- Average blood pressure reading
Who will see my information?
Participant’s health information will remain confidential and will
only be available to the
QCARE health coaches. Human resources and
personnel officials will not have access to health information as it is
considered personal health information by law.
Can my spouse and children participate in the
wellness program?
Children with parental assistance can take the PHA and participate in
health coaching and/disease management programs. Covered spouses
enrolled in the UofA health plan are eligible for all components of
the wellness program.
What will the University of Arkansas do with my
health data from the PHA?
QualChoice will analyze the data to determine those at risk for
the development of health problems based upon their health profile.
If the profile identifies an individual as “at risk”, they will be
provided with information and opportunities to participate in health
coaching. Participation is entirely voluntary.
Will my employer see my personal
health information?
No
Where can I get my screening lab work
done?
Your physician will perform your lab work with your annual
physical exam.
What is health coaching and disease
management?
Whether you want to lose weight, stop using tobacco, learn how to
have a better diet or to better manage chronic conditions such as
diabetes, or high blood pressure, health coaching is now available.
Health coaches at QCare are registered nurses trained in assisting
individuals through the stages of change towards healthier
lifestyles. They provide information, support and encouragement to
change unhealthy lifestyle choices into healthy ones. Disease
managers at QCare focused on assisting you in the better
understanding and self management of a chronic condition.
I would like to stop smoking. Is there
any coverage for this?
Smoking cessation is a covered benefit. Members have access to
nicotine patches 90 day course of therapy per life time or if the
generic patches are used, the course of therapy is 180 days. Also,
medications are available; bupropion $10, Chantix $30 and Wellbutrin
$50. Health coaching is also provided for smoking cession through
QCare.
I am a diabetic and my doctor wants me to
test my blood sugar levels at home and at work. Are the supplies and the
machine I need covered?
Yes, the University of Arkansas has a special arrangement w/
LifeScan. You can get a free glucometer from LifeScan by calling
1-888-427-8335. You can choose between a OneTouch Ultra and a
OneTouch SmartOne. Your testing supplies will be covered under your
prescription drug card at no cost or copay as long as you have a
valid physician’s prescription for the testing supplies.
What other medical assistance is
available?
You have access on line to board certified physicians through
eDoc. Log on and follow the prompts at
qcark.com to communicate with a physician.
What if I’m not ill or identified at risk but would like
information on how to live a healthy
lifestyle?
You can contact
QCARE
or eDoc for information on how to live a healthy lifestyle. Health
information is also available in searchable format at www.qcark.com. Log
on and select
QCARE
to access “My Health Advisor”.
You can contact
QCARE
or eDoc for information on how to live a healthy lifestyle. Health
information is also available in searchable format at
www.qcark.com. Log
on and select
QCARE
to access “My Health Advisor”.
Once you choose to take the PHA you will be directed to the
QualChoice secured site.
- Register/login in the green box
- Choose QCARE on the left of the screen
- Select the spinning Q to get started
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