Specialized Health Programs

In addition to your medical benefits, Pinnacle providers offer several specialized programs to help you manage health-related issues. These programs  include:

  • Bariatric surgery for weight loss
  • Support for pain management and recovery for back, hip, knee or other joint pain or injury
  • Chronic condition management for diabetes, cancer, Alzheimer’s, COPD and more

See below for more information.

Bariatric Surgery

  • For this type of surgery, you must enroll in the Bariatric Surgery Program and use the Centers of Excellence.
  • Pinnacle’s medical plan only covers these services if they are coordinated through the Bariatric Surgery Program.
  • Call 866-679-0948 to learn more.


Kaia

Kaia Health is a free digital therapy program that offers support to those managing back, hip, knee or other joint pain or injury.

  • Programs are developed by physical therapists and can be accessed when and where you need them via your smartphone or tablet.
  • Participants receive a personalized program that adjusts as you progress.
  • You can text or call your dedicated coach or therapist when you need support.
  • The program is free to those covered by the Pinnacle medical plan.


Chronic Condition Management

Teladoc Chronic Condition Management Plus

Teladoc offers help to those struggling with diabetes, hypertension and weight management, and a program for those wanting to reduce their risk of developing Type 2 diabetes.

Teladoc programs give you access to:

  • Monitoring
  • Personalized insights
  • Expert support, and more

The programs are free to those covered by the TIC medical plan.


UnitedHealthcare Condition Management

The Condition Management Program through UnitedHealthcare is designed for those dealing with diagnoses such as:

  • Alzheimer’s
  • Heart failure
  • Cancer
  • COPD and more

Work with a nurse to discuss your goals and values and to create and execute a plan to help achieve better overall health. The program is free to those covered by the TIC medical plan.