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New data shows reductions in hospitalizations

Nearly 18 months into our partnership with Wellpoint (formerly known as UniCare) — and more than halfway through the enrollment period of a clinical trial study that seeks to prove its benefits — new data suggest Ibis Health is making significant headway in keeping program members out of the hospital and healthier at home.

Depression is different from just feeling sad or ‘blue’. We all have days when we feel ‘down,’ low on energy, or just not quite ourselves. This could be due to

Al is an 82-year-old retired police officer from Lunenburg, Mass, a member of the Retired State, County And Municipal Employees Association Of Massachusetts, Mass Retirees. Participating in the Ibis Health

Many Medicare beneficiaries aren’t aware that they may be eligible and covered for ongoing, personalized health support that could ease their daily challenges. If you are living with two or more long-term

Managing multiple chronic conditions can feel overwhelming especially for older adults who want to stay healthy and independent at home. The good news is, you don’t have to manage it alone

Does your doctor need to know how your blood sugar levels are trending, or are you trying to stay on top of your weight or blood pressure? For Ibis Health

Nearly 18 months into our partnership with Wellpoint (formerly known as UniCare) — and more than halfway through the enrollment period of a clinical trial study that seeks to prove

Ibis Journeys

Former Police officer keeps health on track with Ibis Health

Al is an 82-year-old retired police officer from Lunenburg, Mass, a member of the Retired State, County And Municipal Employees Association Of Massachusetts, Mass Retirees.

Participating in the Ibis Health Program has made Al more aware of his health and well-being, including steps he can take to improve his overall quality of life. Read Al’s story:

Al is an 82-year-old retired police officer from Lunenburg, Mass, a member of the Retired State, County And Municipal Employees Association Of Massachusetts, Mass Retirees. Participating in the Ibis Health

Over the past year, Bill has worked hard to get control of his Type 2 diabetes. The 68-year-old retired law enforcement officer from Massachusetts has watched what he eats and

Charlie Gagnon always enjoyed being outdoors, exploring new places and going out to eat good food. After retiring as chief financial officer National Distributors in South Portland, Maine, he and

Irene Iezzi cheated death at least once in her lifetime. Five years ago, she collapsed in front of her husband and a family friend. An ambulance rushed her to Maine

When Dianna Marino first heard about the Ibis Health program, she thought it might help her keep track of her medications and stay on top of her health issues, including

Mary Chamberlain has traveled to a lot of different places in her life. She’s seen the Eiffel Tower, gazed up at the massive stone bend of the Arc de Triomphe,

Ibis Tools

Take your health information to go with the Ibis Passport!

Does your doctor need to know how your blood sugar levels are trending, or are you trying to stay on top of your weight or blood pressure? For Ibis Health members, access to that information is now as close as their wallet or the palm of their hands.

Ibis Health recently launched its newest innovation – the Ibis Passport. A plastic card the size of a credit card, the Ibis Passport allows members to access their self-reported health data on the go, creating an easy way for them to share it with medical providers or family.

Does your doctor need to know how your blood sugar levels are trending, or are you trying to stay on top of your weight or blood pressure? For Ibis Health

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Chronic Care Management Explained: What It Is, Who It’s For, and How Ibis Health can Help

Managing multiple chronic conditions can feel overwhelming especially for older adults who want to stay healthy and independent at home. The good news is, you don’t have to manage it alone and Ibis Health is here to support you. Chronic Care Management (CCM) is a Medicare-supported program designed to help individuals with two or more chronic illnesses stay on track with their health, avoid hospital visits, and feel more in control of daily life. 

Depression is different from just feeling sad or ‘blue’. We all have days when we feel ‘down,’ low on energy, or just not quite ourselves. This could be due to

Many Medicare beneficiaries aren’t aware that they may be eligible and covered for ongoing, personalized health support that could ease their daily challenges. If you are living with two or more long-term

Managing multiple chronic conditions can feel overwhelming especially for older adults who want to stay healthy and independent at home. The good news is, you don’t have to manage it alone

Nearly 18 months into our partnership with Wellpoint (formerly known as UniCare) — and more than halfway through the enrollment period of a clinical trial study that seeks to prove

Spotlight on Member Engagement and Support with Elyse Callahan Have you ever set a goal for yourself — lose a few pounds, maybe become more active — but then just

Do you ever worry when you can’t find your keys, forget a name, or search for a word that escapes you? These kind of events are common and normal, even

Health & Wellbeing

Ami O’Grady explains Whole Person Care for Chronic Conditions

Living well looks different for everyone, but we all need good food, sleep, exercise, mindfulness and a sense of connection to thrive. Recent medical studies show that by addressing all our health needs — not just physical but also social, emotional and community — we can feel our best with chronic conditions and avoid unnecessary hospitalizations.

Living well looks different for everyone, but we all need good food, sleep, exercise, mindfulness and a sense of connection to thrive. Recent medical studies show that by addressing all our health

Developed by the Dementia Action Alliance to provide essential information about living with dementia. This guide is narrated by people living with dementia, care partners, and leading dementia specialists. The

How can Ibis help you manage Chronic Kidney Disease? ♥ Learn to control your blood pressure and sugar levels better, to help preserve your kidneys ♥ Ongoing review of medications, to ensure

How can Ibis help you manage Hypertension? ♥ Daily monitoring of your blood pressure, to detect any sudden changes that require medical attention ♥ Tracks symptoms such as pain, swelling and fatigue

How can Ibis help you manage Heart Failure? ♥ Daily vitals monitoring ♥ Lifestyle change support ♥ Cardiologist follow up ♥ Monthly one-to-one support Heart failure exacerbations can be prevented with close monitoring

Q&A with Sharon Bearor, RN, BSN, Chronic Care Specialist, Ibis Health Program For the roughly 4 in 10 Americans facing two or more complex chronic diseases, navigating the health care

Medications

Taking the right dose on the right day, at the right time: Krista Thomas on how to get on top of your medications

Staying on top of your meds can be hard, especially if you are among the roughly 80 percent of older Americans who have been diagnosed with two or more chronic conditions.

That’s because often there is a lot to manage: More than half of adults over the age of 65 report taking four or more prescription drugs at once, according to the Kaiser Family Foundation.

Staying on top of your meds can be hard, especially if you are among the roughly 80 percent of older Americans who have been diagnosed with two or more chronic

Partners

MIIA retirees receive personal invitations to join Ibis Health

Since 2021 Senscio – a very familiar name to our readers – has partnered with the Massachusetts Interlocal Insurance Association (MIIA) and developed an outreach program that offers the innovative Ibis Health Program to eligible local retirees in Medicare.

With Ibis, members living with multiple chronic health conditions such as COPD, diabetes, heart failure, hypertension, kidney disease and anxiety 

Featured in the Mass Retirees Voice, September 2023  “This is an exciting opportunity to enhance our seniors’ safety and access to health. One of the silver linings from the pandemic

UniCare and Senscio announce Telehealth partnership – Ibis Health platform helps manage chronic illnesses In what can be viewed as a significant step toward improving the health and quality of

UniCare Now Offering Innovative Program to Reduce Hospital Admissions, Improve Health Outcomes for Older Adults ANDOVER, MASS. — UniCare is now offering an innovative, at-home solution to manage chronic conditions