Search Results for: HMO

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  Eating Again After the POEM Procedure

  January 15, 2024

  Art West is enjoying eating once more, thanks to the POEM procedure, a new minimally invasive endoscopic treatment offered at UPMC Passavant–McCandless.Read More

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  Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: Discovery, Specialty

  

• Article - 4 Minute Read

  How Do Doctor Referrals Work?

  November 24, 2023

  If you need to see a specialist, you may need a referral from your PCP. Much of the process depends on your insurance coverage. Here's what you need to know.Read More

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  Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: Discovery

  

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  UPMC Sports Medicine Return to Play: Shoulder Injuries

  February 22, 2022

  UPMC has experts who are specifically trained in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic shoulder injuries. Learn more.Watch Now

  Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine

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• Article - 4 Minute Read

  Cardiac Health and Endurance Sports: What Women Should Know

  November 3, 2021

  Cardiologists advise women in endurance sports - marathons, triathlons, and high-intensity training - to make sure their heart is ready.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health

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  When Should You See a GI Doctor?

  August 14, 2023

  Do you have severe belly pain, heartburn, blood in your stools, or other gastrointestinal issues? Learn when it's time to see a GI doctor.Read More

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  Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

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• Article - 8 Minute Read

  Health Insurance Glossary: Your Guide to Terminology

  July 7, 2022

  Not sure how to take control of your health care costs? Discover basic health insurance terminology in our glossary.Read More

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  Categorized as: Living and Wellness, New Here

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  In-Network or Out-of-Network: What Does it Mean?

  July 7, 2022

  Have you ever wondered, "what does out-of-network mean?" when choosing a doctor? We explain the difference between in-network and out-of-network providers.Read More

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  Categorized as: Living and Wellness

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  Types of Health Insurance Plans

  November 15, 2014

  Learn about the difference between HMO, POS, EPO, and PPO health insurance coverage options, and find out which one would be best for you and your family.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC HealthPlan

  Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: ACA, Affordable Care Act, co-payment, EPO, Exclusive Provider Organization, health care reform, health insurance, Health Maintenance Organization, HMO, ObamaCare, PCP, Point of Service Plan, POS, PPO, Preferred Provider Organization, primary care physician