Thrive in 2025: Making the Most of Your HAP Benefits

Kyle Ingraham -
Manager of Medicare & Individual Sales at HAP

The new year is upon us, and it's the perfect time to focus on wellness. Whether you're setting a New Year's resolution or simply aiming to live a healthier, more proactive life, HAP encourages our members to take full advantage of their health plan benefits. As a local, Michigan-based health plan, we pride ourselves on treating every member like a neighbor, offering personalized support and care to help you prioritize your health throughout the year. Whether you're covered under Henry Ford Select (HMO), HAP Medicare Complete Assist (DSNP), or HAP MSU-HC Medicare Prime (PPO), staying informed about your benefits and focusing on preventive care can help you make the most of your plan.

Annual Wellness Visit: Your First Step

Start the year off by scheduling your annual wellness visit. This is a key opportunity to discuss your overall health with your doctor and develop a personalized care plan. Consider discussing:

• Vaccinations: Ensure you're up to date on flu and COVID-19 vaccines.
• Mental Health: Share any feelings of stress or anxiety and ask about available mental health resources.
• Physical Activity: Work with your provider to create a fitness plan that fits your lifestyle.

Preparing questions in advance and reviewing your family health history can help make the most of this visit.

Preventive Care: Staying Ahead of Health Issues

Getting preventive care reduces the risk of diseases, disabilities, and death. Many people don’t receive the recommended preventive healthcare services they should. Preventive services play a vital role in maintaining your health, and these are available to all current HAP members. Early detection through screenings can catch potential health concerns, even if you feel fine. HAP provides access to evidence-based preventive services like:

• Diabetes screenings
• Breast cancer screenings for women over 40 or those at higher risk
• Prostate cancer screenings for men

These services are designed to support early detection and improve health outcomes throughout the year.

Using Your Plan Benefits

As a HAP member, you have access to a range of services designed to meet your healthcare needs:

• Henry Ford Select (HMO): Enjoy $0 copays for preventive services and affordable coverage for hospital stays, dental, and vision care.
• HAP Medicare Complete Assist (DSNP): For those managing chronic conditions, this plan includes transportation and over-the-counter allowances.
• HAP MSU-HC Medicare Prime (PPO): With nationwide coverage and low doctor visit copays, this plan also includes comprehensive dental, vision, and hearing benefits.

These benefits are here to help you stay healthy while managing costs effectively.

Support for Chronic Conditions

If you’re managing a chronic condition, HAP provides support through medication management, nutritional counseling, and personalized care plans, ensuring you have the resources you need to stay on track. And as a local plan, we're always here to listen and offer help, treating you like the neighbor you are. For more information about plan benefits and details available to you go to www.hap.org/benefits.