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Access Healthwise® Knowledgebase online when you need it
The Healthwise Knowledgebase offers online tools and resources to help you live healthier and manage your conditions. You can:
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Enjoy health and fitness tools
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Learn about different conditions
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Use health decision tools to guide you through key health decisions
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Use the Symptom Checker
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Check drug interactions, side effects and significant risks
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See if a generic option is available for a brand-name drug you are taking


Call a registered nurse anytime



Ask your question
Call 1-800-556-1555 (TTY: 711) anytime.
If you need urgent or emergency care, call 911 and/or your doctor immediately.
Sometimes you need a quick answer to a health question. Maybe your concern can't wait until you see your doctor. You can talk to registered nurses day or night on Aetna's Medicare Nurse Hotline to get help with:
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Deciding whether to visit a doctor or urgent care center
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Understanding your symptoms
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Managing chronic conditions
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Learning about treatment options and medical procedures
Staff on the nurse call line cannot diagnose, prescribe or give medical advice. Call your doctor with any questions or concerns about your health.

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❱ Case management serviceMedicare case management programs are for people who need extra assistance and support. Our services help you adopt and stick with proven treatments. If you qualify, we’ll assign you a case manager. This person will work with you and your physicians to support your care plan (available for certain medical conditions). Some of the case management programs include: Re-admission Avoidance Program – We can help you avoid another hospital stay. Compassionate Care Program – We’ll provide an extra layer of support during end-of-life care that honors your dignity, needs and choices. Comorbid Condition Management Program – We can help those with multiple medical conditions.
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❱ Disease managementWe offer a disease management program for members with certain health conditions (like diabetes). This program supports members and helps them understand their condition and follow their doctor's treatment plan. Members who qualify are offered: A total health perspective – We see people as people, not conditions. This holistic approach helps us deliver a helpful combination of information and support. Personal attention – Eligible members have access to registered nurses to answer questions about conditions and treatment.
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❱ Transplant services and supportOur National Medical Excellence Program® supports members who require a solid organ or stem cell transplant. We’ll provide you with a dedicated case manager who can help you with all of your health care needs, from the time you’re approved for a transplant through post-transplant care.
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❱ Blood pressure and cholesterol monitoringOur Numbers To Know® Program promotes the benefits of blood pressure and cholesterol monitoring. We’ll send you a reminder to check your blood pressure. You’ll also get a card to help you track blood pressure, cholesterol, medication and dosage information.
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❱ We're here to help!Call a plan specialist dedicated to City of Hampton retirees at 1-866-429-3585 (TTY: 711), Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 9 PM ET. Or call Member Services at the number on your ID card.

Take control of your health
We want you to look and feel your best. That's why Aetna offers a variety of care management services with their medical plans.

Aetna Lifestyle
Coaching Program
If you get coverage from an employer or plan sponsor, this program may be available to you. The program, offered through Healthyroads™, provides ongoing support and coaching to make positive changes in your health. Members may receive a weekly coaching session for stress management, nutrition, tobacco cessation and exercise, and have access to online tools, educational resources, and Milestone Kits.