In the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, many employers have had to make the difficult but necessary decision to furlough or layoff employees. After debating the best way to help, one of our Premise Health pharmacy teams stepped up to collect food and other necessities for members that had lost their jobs and were experiencing […]
During COVID-19, Premise pharmacists play an integral role not only in dispensing medication but also in educating members and providing personalized care. When a husband and wife reached out to one of our pharmacists about the difficulty they were having administering medication to their infant, the pharmacist was able to provide them with the personalized […]
With return to work at the forefront of everyone’s mind, one Premise Health physical therapist has taken a proactive approach to help members get back to work safely. As businesses restart operations and employees return to their physically demanding jobs, those who have not continued regular exercise during their time off are at a greater […]
Premise Health Nurse Practitioner, Yemi Ikhile, FNP, conducted a telephonic screening call with a member complaining of repeated chest tightness. Through the assessment, she learned that the member had a family history of heart problems and was at high-risk for complications but was too nervous to go to see a doctor during the pandemic. After […]
Premise Health primary care and behavioral health teams joined forces to assist an at-risk member after she reported potential exposure to the coronavirus. Initially, the member had a virtual visit with a provider and a two-week quarantine was recommended. As part of Premise’s care navigation program, the providers continued to do daily check-ins with the […]
Wellness center team members continue to go the extra mile by providing continuity of care to members during COVID-19. In September 2019, a patient with diabetes, hypertension and an above average BMI began treatment at a Premise wellness center. After consulting the center’s wellness coach, the member was counseled on diet and lifestyle changes. The […]