The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is updating its recommendations to allow children ages five to 11 to receive a booster shot of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine at least five months after completing the primary COVID-19 vaccination series.
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Accessing Same-day Care with Video Visits
From virtual work meetings to video chats with family and friends, people are embracing new ways to connect with each other. For some, accessing healthcare through a video visit has helped save time and money—especially with the rising cost of gas.
Scheduling a Mental Wellness Visit
As we settle into the routines of our work and personal lives in this new normal, the day-to-day can sometimes seem repetitive. Sometimes, just talking with someone can help to put things into perspective. Sutter Health Plus members can schedule a secure, confidential in-person or virtual visit with a participating behavioral health provider through U.S. Behavioral Health Plan, California.
Virtual-first Primary Care Expands in Oakland
Tera Practice, a virtual-first approach to primary care, is an innovative digital health model that was established by the Sutter Health network to enhance human connection and deliver a positive experience. Tera recently expanded to a new Bay Area location in Oakland, welcoming Dr. Jonathan S. Lee.
An Update on COVID-19 Booster Shots
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is updating its recommendations to allow certain immunocompromised individuals and people over 50 to be eligible for a second Pfizer or Moderna booster.
Signing Up for the CVS Caremark Member Portal
The CVS Caremark® Member Portal provides on-demand access to a variety of tools and features for Sutter Health Plus members to understand and manage their prescriptions, 24/7.
Saving Time and Money with Mail Service Pharmacy
Sutter Health Plus members can have maintenance medications delivered right to their doorstep with free standard shipping through the CVS Caremark® Mail Service Pharmacy. Signing up is simple and can help save time by avoiding an extra trip to the pharmacy.
An Update on COVID-19 At-home Over-the-counter Tests
With the current surge in the number of COVID-19 cases and the highly contagious omicron variant, it’s important for people to have at-home over-the-counter (OTC) COVID-19 tests on hand for when they need them.
An Update on COVID-19 Over-the-counter Tests
Recently, the Biden-Harris Administration expanded coverage for over-the-counter (OTC) COVID-19 tests authorized for use by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Beginning Jan. 15, 2022, Sutter Health Plus covers COVID-19 screening for members in accordance with state and federal guidelines during this public health emergency.
An Update on COVID-19 Vaccines
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) expanded Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine recommendations to include moderately or severely immunocompromised children ages five to 11 receive an additional primary dose of vaccine 28 days after their second shot.
