September 11, 2026 Update: Negotiations With UC Health Across California Networks The Joint Health Management Board (JHMB) is pleased to share good news regarding the resolution of the contract negotiations between Aetna® and UC Health systems. Aetna has confirmed that they have successfully reached a new four-year agreement with UC Health, effective March 1, 2026. […]
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When you aren’t feeling well, the last thing you want to do is spend time creating an account before you can see a doctor. That’s why now is the perfect time to register for your no-cost Teladoc benefit through the Joint Health Management Board (JHMB). Teladoc gives eligible Fresno Unified members convenient access to board-certified
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The Joint Health Management Board has good news for members enrolled in PPO Plan A or PPO Plan B. As of July 1, 2026, medically necessary in-network colonoscopies and associated anesthesia are now covered at 100% with no deductible. This benefit enhancement is designed to make it easier for eligible members to receive this important
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It’s back-to-school season, and Lark is here to make sure managing your diabetes doesn’t feel like homework. This season, make the most of your Fresno Unified School District health benefits with Lark, your personal digital health coach—available at no extra cost to you. Enroll in Lark, and you’ll receive a complimentary smart scale and glucometer
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If you receive a phone call from LucyRx about International Pharmacy options, you can feel confident that it is a legitimate part of your prescription benefits. LucyRx is reaching out only to members who take certain eligible brand-name or specialty medications. Because only a small number of medications qualify for this program, most PPO Plan
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Important Update for PPO Plan A & B Members The Joint Health Management Board is notifying members enrolled in PPO Plan A or PPO Plan B that support for the virtual physical therapy program through SimpleTherapy will end effective October 1, 2026. If you currently use virtual SimpleTherapy, or were considering using the program, please
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Support Your Health Now Before the Heat Arrives As the spring season winds down and summer approaches, routines begin to shift. Schedules change, travel picks up, and daily habits can become less consistent. That’s why May is the perfect time to build a strong, sustainable movement routine—one that supports your health now and carries you
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If you’ve recently received a letter about a change to your prescription coverage, that’s not unusual. From time to time, updates are made to the plan’s formulary (drug list), and some medications may be replaced with preferred alternatives. These changes are manageable—you just need the right information to navigate them effectively. What Is a Formulary
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This month, stay fresh and put some spring in your step. Whether you’re standing all day, sitting at a desk, or managing daily tasks that strain your body, your joints work hard for you. A little care for them can go a long way toward helping you feel stronger, more flexible, and more energized. Through
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When you’re not feeling well or something unexpected happens, it’s natural to want care fast. For many people, that means heading straight to the emergency room (ER). But here’s the reality: the ER isn’t always the fastest—or most effective—place to get care. In many cases, you could be seen sooner, spend less time waiting, and
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