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AFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Medicare and the FEHB in 2026In this podcast episode, AFSPA CEO Kyle Longton provides a comprehensive overview of how Medicare and the Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) program work together. Learn about each part of Medicare - A, B, C, and D - and what factors you should consider when deciding whether to enroll in Part B. Please note: this presentation addresses only how Medicare and FEHB work together. It is not intended for audiences beyond those with FEHB coverage. The information is accurate as of March 13, 2026. For information on Part B premiums and Part D premiums/IRMAA amounts, please vis...
2026-03-1645 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Retire FederalThe last year has been marked by record numbers of federal employees retiring from service. Making the decision to retire is never simple, and the considerations for federal employees are unique from any other group. Luckily, there are uniquely qualified advisors available, including our guest for this episode: Tammy Flanagan. She joins us to talk about changes to the retirement process and how she and her colleagues at Retire Federal can help assess retirement readiness. Learn more about Tammy Flanagan's work: Retirement Planning column for Government Executive: https://www.govexec.com/topic/retirement-planning/Wor...
2026-02-2332 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks GEBA Wealth ManagementIt's Financial Wellness February at AFSPA, and we're excited to highlight the expertise available from some of our partners. Federal employees' retirement and insurance needs are unique from those in the private sector, and that means they need advisors with unique expertise. Our partners at GEBA and GEBA Wealth Management offer just that. To tell us about their services, we're happy to welcome GEBA President and CEO Greg Klingler, MSM, CP, ChFEBC, CPFA. He will also be our guest on AFSPA Live at 11 am on Thursday, February 26. Learn more about the service available for AFSPA members at w...
2026-02-1727 minAFSPA TalksAFPSA Talks Careington Discount ProgramToday, we kick off Ancillary January with a focus on our combined dental and vision discount program offered in partnership with Careington. Valerie DeBruin joins us to discuss how this program differs from insurance, both in the services provided and the cost to the member. Stay tuned to the end for a mention of the hearing discount program, too. For more information on all of our ancillary programs, please visit www.afspa.org/aip. For more on the discount programs discussed in today's episode, please visit www.careington.com/co/afspa AFSPA has a n...
2026-01-2031 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Lyra HealthAccessing mental health care can be a challenge. Outside the U.S., that challenge can at times be insurmountable. FSBP offers a program to help members around the world access counselors and other support to meet their behavioral, mental, and emotional health needs. Lyra Health is available to FSBP members outside the U.S. for counseling at no cost. Today, Karen Munson joins us to discuss this program and how members can access it. Visit https://fsbp.lyrahealth.com/ to register and begin accessing care. FSBP members can also call +44 33 00 241 021 for immediate assistance. You can download the L...
2025-12-0821 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks GLP-1 RequirementsIn today's episode, we discuss the updated requirements for GLP-1s for the Foreign Service Benefit Plan. Grace Silverio from Teladoc Health breaks down the new Advanced Weight Management Program required for FSBP members taking GLP-1s for weight loss in the U.S. It's Open Season! If you're looking for more information on the FSBP's premiums, plan changes, and more, click here. If you would like to register for an Open Season webinar, click here.Join us for AFSPA Live, a live Q&A session, on 11/20 @ 11 AM ET. We will be discussing th...
2025-11-1734 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Prescription Drug Coverage in 2026Today, AFSPA Talks Prescription Drug Coverage in 2026. For the first time in a decade, we're making changes to the cost shares for prescription drugs. Join us today to talk through the changes and understand what your costs will be in 2026. See the changes at www.afspa.org/openseason. Price your drugs at www.express-scripts.com/fsbp, and be sure to select 2026. For members who have opted in to the FSBP-Express Scripts Medicare Prescription Drug Plan, or PDP, there will be NO CHANGE to cost sharing. This means that most drugs will cost members less under the PDP. C...
2025-11-1027 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks 2026 Open SeasonNovember has begun, and that means that the start of open season is only a week away. We've got your preview of open season changes in today's episode. Be sure to follow us for further updates, as we'll be diving deeper into some of the benefit changes in the weeks ahead. Join us for a live event to learn more about our open season changes. See your options at: www.afspa.org/events. Our discussion today is full of references, so here are some of the links we mentioned: FSBP Open Season Information: www.afsp...
2025-11-0329 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks MenopauseOctober is Menopause Awareness Month. In this week's episode, we discuss the symptoms of Menopause and how it can affect daily life for women. We are joined by Shardae Jackson, Senior Manager of Client Success at Maven Clinic. Maven Clinic has a Menopause and Midlife Health program that focuses on treatment for menopause stages and symptoms. To learn more about joining Maven Clinic, please visit this page. Maven Clinic is available free of charge to all FSBP members. To submit a question for this month's AFSPA Live on Menopause, you can do that here. You ca...
2025-10-2020 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Women's Pelvic HealthPelvic health issues can emerge in a variety of ways at any age. Often, people experiencing these issues assume that such problems are just a fact of life and do not discuss their concerns or seek treatment. Our goal for today's episode is to break down some of the taboos surrounding pelvic health issues and provide a solution from our partners at Hinge Health. Dr. Bijal Torpani, PT, DPT, joins us to discuss the Women's Pelvic Health program and how virtual physical therapy can benefit patients. In 2025, Hinge Health is available to members of the Foreign Service B...
2025-10-0627 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks 2ndMDToday, we answer the question of what to do when facing a serious diagnosis. Where do you turn and when? What are the next steps? FSBP members in the United States can access an expert second opinion program from 2ndMD. Nurse Kim Rebec joins us to talk about the ins and outs of this service, which is available at no charge to FSBP members in the U.S. For more information, visit https://www.2nd.md/ or download the 2ndMD app from the App Store or Google Play. For more information on upcoming events from AF...
2025-09-0822 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks BreastfeedingAugust is Breastfeeding Awareness Month. Mary Rood Cunningham, a Senior Client Success Manager at Maven Clinic, and Dr. Viraj Radia, a pediatrician with Maven Clinic, join us to discuss breastfeeding's benefits, best practices, and obstacles. To learn more about Maven Clinic and to join at no cost for FSBP Members around the globe, check out www.mavenclinic.com/join/fsbp. Check out our Events page for free webinars and other events to stay connected with us. Join us for AFSPA Live to discuss Resetting for the Season: Mental Health and Family Building on Thu...
2025-08-1829 minAFSPA TalksRe-Release of AFSPA Talks Skin CancerFor this week's episode of AFSPA Talks, we revisit an episode from July 2023 about Skin Cancer. Now that it is summertime, we know that many of our listeners will be spending time in the sun. Skin cancer is the most common cancer. To help us understand more about skin cancer, we had Leah B. Jacobson, Sr. Medical Director at Aetna join us.You can stay in touch with AFSPA and all we have coming up by visiting www.afspa.org/events or by following up on our social media channels on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn...
2025-07-2831 minAFSPA TalksRe-Release of AFSPA Talks Support for LGBTQ+ YouthHappy Pride! For this week's episode, we wanted to share some information that would be helpful to members who have contacted us with questions about care and support for their children who are exploring their identities. We went back into our archive, and we're sharing an episode with Alyssa Clayden, PhD, LICSW, from the Truman Group that we originally published in June 2024. You can stay in touch with AFSPA and all we have coming up by visiting www.afspa.org/events or by following up on our social media channels: Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube a...
2025-06-1652 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks The Truman GroupMay is Mental Health Awareness Month. The recent changes to the federal workforce and the uncertainty that continues for many have resulted in mental health concerns for many with ties to federal employment - employees and family members alike. Stress, anxiety, fear, anger, and worry are all understandable reactions, but you do not have to face these challenges alone. We at AFSPA encourage you to make use of resources that may be available to you through community groups, employee assistance programs, and your health benefits. In today's episode, we highlight the long-term partnership between the Foreign Service B...
2025-05-1931 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Chronic Care ManagementIn this episode of AFSPA Talks, we continue our conversation from Annual Meeting about weight loss, cardiovascular health, and diabetes management. Today's focus is on Chronic Care Management Programs. To tell us more about those programs, we have Grace Silverio from Teladoc Health. For more information about the Chronic Care Management Programs available to Foreign Service Benefit Plan members at NO COST, click here.If you have questions about these programs, join AFSPA Live, our live Q&A session, on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at 11 AM ET. If you would like to submit a question in advance, f...
2025-04-2126 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Lifestyle and Condition CoachingThis month, AFSPA Talks takes a look at some of the support programs available to members of the Foreign Service Benefit Plan. To begin, we'll discuss the Lifestyle and Condition Coaching (LCC) program with Dr. Vivian Ogueli and Leah Perry, RN. They offer details on how to complete a health risk assessment (HRA) and earn $75 in wellness incentives, utilize the LCC offerings to mitigate any health risks, meet your goals, and generally improve your health. For more information about LCC and other support programs, please visit www.afspa.org/fsbp/wellness.
2025-04-1427 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Medicare and the FEHB in 2025In this podcast episode, AFSPA CEO, Kyle Longton provides a comprehensive overview of how Medicare and the Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) program work together. Learn about each part of Medicare - A, B, C, and D - and what factors you should consider when deciding whether to enroll in Part B. Please note: this presentation addresses only how Medicare and FEHB work together. It is not intended for audiences beyond those with FEHB coverage. The information is accurate as of March 4, 2025. For information on Part B premiums and Part D premiums/IRMAA amounts, please vi...
2025-03-241h 05AFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Japan Pilot ProgramTwo years ago, access to on-base care for Department of Defense civilians changed, which had a particular impact on those living and working in Japan. Since then, DoD leaders have been working on a program to support the needs of civilian employees in Japan. That program launched at the beginning of this year, and we wanted to know more about how it came about, how it works, and who it helps. Joining us to walk us through the Japan Health Insurance Enhancement Pilot are:Susan Orsega, Deputy Assitant Secretary of Defense for Health Services Policy a...
2025-01-2724 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Tips for New MembersWith Open Season over and a new year underway, hosts Kyle Longton and Maddie Norton use the first episode of 2025 to provide tips for the 10,000 new FSBP members and the more than 100,000 continuing members. Here are links to the resources they mentioned during this episode: AFSPA Website: www.afspa.orgOnline Portals for FSBP Members (including demo videos): https://www.afspa.org/online-member-portals/FSBP Provider Search Tool: www.afspa.org/fsbp/provider Teladoc Health (telehealth in the U.S.): https://www.afspa.org/fsbp/wellness-programs/#telehealth-us vHealth (Worldwide) (telehealth out...
2025-01-2121 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks 2025 Open SeasonIt's November, which means Federal Benefits Open Season is almost here. Today, Maddie and Kyle discuss health insurance, dental and vision insurance, and flexible spending account options before diving into changes for the Foreign Service Benefit Plan for 2025. This is just the start of AFSPA's Open Season work. Please find more information at www.afspa.org/openseason. Join us for a webinar or other event throughout Open Season. You can find the full list of webinars at www.afspa.org/events. View our past recordings of podcasts and AFSPA Live events at www.yout...
2024-11-0428 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Life Insurance Open EnrollmentTo wrap up life insurance awareness month, we have another episode. Our focus today is on the open enrollment period AFSPA is offering from October 1 through December 1 for our Group Enhanced Life (GEL) program and our Immediate Benefit Plan (IBP). AFSPA Sr. Director for Ancillary Insurance Programs Adrienne Coleman-Seabrooks returns to the program to walk us through the details of these programs, what open enrollment means, and how you can take advantage. For more information, visit www.afspa.org/life. Watch September's AFSPA Live episode on Life Insurance here.
2024-09-3021 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Life Insurance for MillennialsSeptember is Life Insurance Awareness Month (LIAM), and we are kicking things off with a focus on millennials. With our guest, Nicole Devlin from Prudential, we discuss the needs of this population and why now might be the best time for them to consider this important part of their financial portfolio. This episode is just the start of a busy month. Join us for more events, all available at www.afspa.org/events. What You Should Know About Life Insurance webinar on 9/17 at 8 AM, 1 PM, and 6 PM ET. Register here. Senior Living Foundation's Planning for...
2024-09-1623 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Overseas Telehealth ServicesIn this episode, we talk with John McQuillan from Teladoc Health UK. He walks us through the care and consultation options available to Foreign Service Benefit Plan (FSBP) members outside the U.S. for general medical and mental health needs. He offers some examples that will be familiar to many of our members worldwide. These benefits are branded as vHealth (Worldwide) in the FSBP Brochure Sections 5(a) and 5(e): https://www.afspa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/2024_FSBP_Brochure_-RI-72-001_Final_1.8.2024.pdf. To access the Teladoc Health services outside the U.S. - branded as v...
2024-07-1633 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Overseas Telehealth ServicesIn this episode, we talk with John McQuillan from Teladoc Health UK. He walks us through the care and consultation options available to Foreign Service Benefit Plan (FSBP) members outside the U.S. for general medical and mental health needs. He offers some examples that will be familiar to many of our members worldwide. These benefits are branded as vHealth (Worldwide) in the FSBP Brochure Sections 5(a) and 5(e): https://www.afspa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/2024_FSBP_Brochure_-RI-72-001_Final_1.8.2024.pdf. To access the Teladoc Health services outside the U.S. - branded as vHealth un...
2024-07-1515 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Support for LGBTQ+ YouthIt's Pride Month, and we're talking with Alyssa Clayden, PhD, LCSW. She first joined us in 2021 to discuss support for LGBTQ+ youth, and we're exploring the same topic in this episode. Our focus is on how parents and other family members and allies can support children and adolescents who are exploring their identities in terms of sexual attraction and gender identity. We take some time to discuss what parents may experience and how this support can be different in the U.S. and overseas. Alyssa is a provider with The Truman Group - https://trumangroup.co...
2024-06-1749 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Mental Health Coaching May is mental health awareness month. Just as many factors can influence our mental health, there are a variety of support programs and treatment options to explore. Today, we welcome Jennifer Pertofsky-Plotnek, LCSW-C, CDCES, NCB-HWC. She is currently the Director of Coaching at Teladoc Health. Jennifer talks us through the differences between counseling and coaching. She provides details on the coaching available to Foreign Service Benefit Plan (FSBP) members at no cost through two Teladoc Health programs: myStrength and chronic care management (formerly Livongo). Links:FSBP members can access Teladoc's programs, including myStrength and chronic ca...
2024-05-2027 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Medicare PDP FAQsIn this episode, AFSPA CEO Kyle Longton, CAE, REBC addresses some of the most frequent questions AFSPA has received about the FSBP Express Scripts Medicare Prescription Drug Plan, or PDP. While he touches on some basics of the PDP, you can learn more about the specific PDP benefits from our October 23, 2023 podcast and our November 30, 2023 AFSPA Live (see links below).Kyle will address questions about Medicare during AFSPA Live on March 30, 2024 at 11 ET. If you would like your question to be answered live, submit your question here: https://forms.office.com/r/jPzsTE0TKz Links:
2024-03-1819 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Medicare and the FEHBIn this episode, AFSPA CEO Kyle Longton provides a comprehensive overview of how Medicare and the Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) program work together. Learn about each part of Medicare - A, B, C, and D - and what factors you should consider when deciding whether to enroll in Part B. Please note: this presentation addresses only how Medicare and FEHB work together. It is not intended for audiences beyond those with FEHB coverage. The information is accurate as of March 2024. For information on Part B premiums and Part D premiums/IRMAA amounts, please visit: ht...
2024-03-1150 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Freedom Fertility PharmacyWith this episode, we continue our February focus on fertility. For some people receiving treatment for diagnoses of infertility, prescription drugs can account for half the costs of their treatment. Ensuring on-time delivery of the drugs, understanding how to administer them, and having a resource for understanding the side effects are key to one's starting any new drug therapy. FSBP has partnered with Freedom Fertility Pharmacy, part of the Evernorth family, to provide all of this and more to our members in the U.S. Today, we have two experts from Freedom joining us to talk about their services...
2024-02-2626 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Contraception CoverageOur focus for the month of February is on fertility. We'll have more content later this month about the enhanced infertility coverage under the Foreign Service Benefit Plan for 2024. Today, though, we are talking about coverage for contraception. All of the information in the podcast comes from Sections 5a, 5b, and 5f and Section 7 of the 2024 FSBP Brochure available at https://www.afspa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/2024_FSBP_Brochure_-RI-72-001_Final_1.8.2024.pdf. To initiate the contraceptive exception process, members can call Express Scripts at 800-841-2734.
2024-02-1209 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Virtual Primary CareIn this episode of AFSPA Talks, we discuss a new solution from Teladoc. Lisa DeLarso joins us to share about Virtual Primary Care. Primary360 is a virtual primary care solution that inspires lasting relationships between people and care providers through longitudinal care plans, continuous care team support, and a unified, whole-person experience. Primary360 offers a solution that isn’t always available with traditional care—including personalization, flexibility, choice, convenience, and care coordination. From the new patient visit to every checkup afterward, Primary360 allows people to be fully supported by a care team across their healthcare needs....
2024-01-2930 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks MavenTo kick off our 2024 podcasts, we have an episode focused on one of the new programs available to FSBP members: Maven Clinic. Maven is a comprehensive virtual care platform providing critical support across fertility, pregnancy, adoption, parenting, pediatrics, and ongoing care including all stages of menopause. This program became available to FSBP members on January 1 at no cost. Marcy Cuneo and Teresa Wilkinson from Maven join AFSPA Talks to provide an overview of what Maven offers and how their care model works. Maven leaders will join us for AFSPA Live on February 29 at 11 am ET. See www.a...
2024-01-1633 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks 2024 Open Season FAQsWith today's episode, we address the most frequently asked questions on open season. A panel of AFSPA experts joins to provide answers and clarity on changes for 2024. For more information on open season, please visit www.afspa.org/openseason To contact the infertility prior approval line, call 1-800-593-2354. To contact the Plan's fertility advocate, call 1-833-415-1709. For more information about the FSBP Express Scripts Medicare Prescription Drug Plan, visit www.afspa.org/pdp. You will find the form there to opt out. For more o...
2023-12-0422 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Open Season 2024Today, Kyle and Maddie discuss the 2024 open season with a particular focus on the improvements under FSBP. In particular, their discussion focuses on: Increases in the allowance for alternative benefits: massage, acupuncture, and chiropractic services; Expansion in the coverage of infertility services; and The new Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Plan (PDP) Don't miss other upcoming open-season events. Find all of our events at www.afspa.org/events. We couldn't fit all the information into the podcast, so here are some links with more information: AFSPA/FSBP Open Season information: www.afspa.org/ope...
2023-11-1328 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks ADHDThere are an increasing number of diagnoses of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in both children and adults. Despite the prevalence of this diagnosis, many do not understand this condition. Today, we welcome a health coach from Brightline Health who will walk through the basics of ADHD including behaviors, symptoms and treatments. Our guest discusses the support offered by Brightline Health, an in-network, stateside provider for Foreign Service Benefit Plan members. Learn more and sign up for Brightline at www.hellobrightline.com/fsbpCheck out our latest blog about ADHD at afspa.o...
2023-10-3040 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Medicare Prescription Drug PlansBeginning in January 2024, many Federal Employee Health Benefits Program (FEHBP) plans will be offering a Medicare Prescription Drug Plan (PDP) to their members. The Foreign Service Benefit Plan will be among them. This program will result in savings for our members aged 65 and older. Join us for a detailed discussion of PDPs generally and the specifics of the FSBP PDP. Mark your calendars for two upcoming discussions of the FSBP PDP: October 31, at 12 noon ET - We will offer a live webinar with an overview of the PDP and a chance for yo...
2023-10-2341 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Federal Long Term Care Insurance ProgramIn 2021, we offered an episode diving into the various options that are available for long-term care insurance. Shortly after we aired that program, the Federal Long Term Care Insurance Program (FLTCIS or LTCFEDS) stopped accepting new applications and enrollments and changes to existing enrollments, and the stoppage is expected to last through at least December 2024. At the same time, the program is going through a contract renewal which is resulting in premium increases for many enrollees. This week, we welcome back Federal retiree and benefits expert Tammy Flanagan of Retire Federal. She breaks down t...
2023-10-1131 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Women's Pelvic HealthToday, AFSPA welcomes Dr. Kandis Daroski, PT, DPT, to our show to discuss a new offering from Hinge Health: their Women's Pelvic Health program. Dr. Kandis talks through common pelvic floor issues and how they manifest themselves and how they are typically treated (or more commonly not). She then talks through the innovative solution offered for treating pelvic floor disorders - remote exercise and physical therapy from Hinge Health. This program is available to FSBP members beginning October 1, 2023. Visit https://hinge.health/fsbp-podcast to learn more about all the programs from Hinge Health.
2023-10-0231 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Back to School Mental HealthFor many of us, the end of August means a return to school. That transition can come with a number of changes and challenges. Today, we explore some of the mental health challenges that may arise and how parents can promote mental wellness for their kids of all ages. Jodi Harris, LCSW, of Active and Connected Family Therapy brings her unique experience as both a mental health professional working with Foreign Service families and an EFM herself to the discussion. Jodi also will be our guest on AFSPA Live at 11 a.m. ET on Thursday, August 31. Join u...
2023-08-2940 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Skin CancerSkin cancer is the most common cancer and 1 in 5 Americans will be diagnosed with it in their lifetime. As we spend more time in the sun due to summertime, it is important to know the different types of skin cancer, how to prevent it, and what treatments are available. To help us understand more about skin cancer, we have Leah B. Jacobson, Sr. Medical Director at Aetna joining us.Links discussed in today's episode:UV Awareness blog: https://www.afspa.org/blog/unveiling-the-dangers-of-uv-rays/Everybody Deserves a Massage blog: https://www.afspa...
2023-07-2435 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Travel InsuranceIt's summer, and for many of us, that means some travel. These days, travel is rarely without some interruption or challenge, and there's help available when the unexpected becomes inevitable. AFSPA's Sr. Director for Ancillary Insurance Programs Adrienne Seabrooks joins us to help demystify travel insurance and tell us what to look for when considering policies.This month, AFSPA wants to see your best vacation or travel photos. The photos don't have to be from 2023, and they don't have to include you (but we encourage it). Ten people will be selected to win a FREE AFSPA Surprise...
2023-07-1027 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Mental Health, Women’s Health, and MoreThis week, we bring you an overview of health topics for the month of May: Mental Health Awareness Month, Blood Pressure Awareness Month, Better Speech and Hearing Month, and Women’s Health Week. There are a number of programs mentioned in this episode, and here are links to those: AFSPA’s events calendar: www.afspa.org/eventsAFSPA’s blog: www.afspa.org/blogsmyStrength: www.mystrength.com – access code FSBPAbleTo: www.AbleTo.comBrightline: www.hellobrightline.com/FSBPTeladoc (U.S.): www.teladoc.com/Aetna...
2023-05-0118 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks COVID-19 Three Years LaterToday, we bring you something a bit different than our typical episode. It was just over three years ago, in March 2020, when COVID-19 profoundly changed life for most of us. The last three years had profound effects on healthcare around the world - how it's delivered, how data is used, and how we approach issues at a population level. Dr. Timothy Foggin of Teladoc Health Canada brings his experience and expertise in family medicine, population health, and international healthcare management to this topic. The discussion covers issues of population health, pandemic preparation, telehealth, and the future of c...
2023-04-0350 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks About More Than HealthThis week we shift our focus from FSBP to everything else AFSPA does. Sr. Dir. of Ancillary Insurance Programs Adrienne Coleman-Seabrooks provides an overview of our other offerings, from insurance to professional services. Listen for a special announcement about our Group Enhanced Life (GEL) program. For more information about AIP offerings, visit AFSPA.org/AIP.
2023-03-0625 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Welcome to FSBPThis week, we have an episode that may be of particular interest to the 1,700+ new enrollees who joined FSBP during open season: an overview of the Plan and how it works. We also included a bit about the changes for 2023 for long-time members. Learn more about some of the features mentioned in this episode:Changes for 2023: https://www.afspa.org/fsbp/new-for-2023/FSBP Wellness Programs: https://www.afspa.org/fsbp/wellness-programs/FSBP Prescription Drugs Coverage: https://www.afspa.org/prescriptions/FSBP Overseas Care: https://www.afspa.org/fsbp/overseas/...
2023-02-2738 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Care in JapanRecent changes in access to military treatment facilities (MTFs) have had an outsize effect on DoD civilians in Japan. This episode reviews coverage and programs available to members in Japan - and in many cases around the world - and how to access these benefits. For more information about vHealth, please visit https://vhealth-teladochealth.com/en. For more information about Livongo chronic condition support, visit get.livongo.com/FSBP For a list of our overseas direct billing partners, visit https://www.afspa.org/fsbp/overseas/.
2023-01-3015 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Support for New Year's ResolutionsHappy New Year! In our first AFSPA Talks episode of 2023, AFSPA COO and host, Kyle Longton, discusses some common New Year's resolutions and the programs AFSPA offers to help you keep them. You can find a full outline of the Foreign Service Benefit Plan wellness programs at https://www.afspa.org/fsbp/wellness-programs/. For more information on the Financial Wellness Program, click here.
2023-01-2336 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks We'll Be Back on January 23rdHappy New Year! AFSPA Talks is taking a quick break on doing a full episode this week, but we’ll be back in two weeks with a full episode airing on Monday, Jan 23rd where we’ll be talking about the post-holiday blues and the wellness programs we offer to help Foreign Service Benefit Plan members and their dependents. This includes programs like our digital coaching and our Lifestyle and Condition Coaching Program, so stay tuned!Don’t forget to join us for our AFSPA Live broadcast on our YouTube channel @afspacareson Thursday, Jan 26that 11:00am ET where...
2023-01-0903 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Health Habits during the HolidaysThe holidays are upon us, and they bring with them tasty treats and stress. Managing our health this time of year can be a challenge, but it's not impossible. To provide some ways to be kind to ourselves while remaining healthy this holiday season, we welcome Grace Silverio, BSN, CDCES, RN, MSN, Director of Solution Strategy for Teladoc Health and a subject matter expert for chronic conditions. For more information on Livongo chronic condition solutions, visit https://www.get.livongo.com/fsbp For more on the wellness programs available to FSBP members, visit https://www.af...
2022-12-1219 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Open Season FAQsWith only one week left of open season, host Kyle Longton turns to some of his colleagues for help answering your most frequent questions. We touch on general information about FEHB, FEDVIP, and FSAFEDS before digging into FSBP wellness incentives and ending with a lightening round on the FSBP-Aetna Medicare Advantage Program. Some of the websites discussed in this episode include:FEDVIP information: www.benefeds.com FSAFEDS: www.fsafeds.com FSBP-Aetna Medicare Advantage Plan: www.fsbphealth.com/retiree FSBP Open Season Information: www.afspa.org/openseasonAFSPA Open Season Web...
2022-12-0530 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talk's ART ProcedureIn 2023, AFSPA is offering coverage for ART procedures under the Foreign Service Benefit Plan for the first time. Today we delve into not only this coverage but also causes of infertility and the various treatments, including ART procedures. OB/GYN Jordan Pritzker, MD, MBA, FACOG, joins us to share his expertise in this area and talk us through what individual might experience as they seek to grow their families. For more information on infertility and mental health and personal family formation journeys, scroll back to our June episodes in your feed.
2022-12-0238 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks FSBP-Aetna Medicare Advantage PlanThis week, we offer a preview of our new FSBP-Aetna Medicare AdvantagePlan, a new option within FSBP for members with Medicare Parts A and B.Learn about the special features in this plan, including Silver Sneakers andPart B premium reductions of up to $900 per year. Also, gain anunderstanding of how this plan differs from the Foreign Service Benefit Planyou know already. Use the following resources to make an informed choice and find out if the FSBP-Aetna Medicare Advantage Plan is for you:General Open Season Webinars:
2022-11-1720 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Open SeasonIn this episode, COO Kyle Longton takes you through some general information about the upcoming open season before focusing on the Foreign Service Benefit Plan. Learn what's staying the same for 2023 and what enhancements are coming in the new year - including new benefits and incentives focused on maternal health, coverage for ART procedures, and a Medicare Advantage Plan.Check out www.afpsa.org/openseason for more information and a schedule for our Open Season live webinars. We hope you can join us to have your questions answered.
2022-11-0724 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks TherapEase CuisineIn this episode, we continue our month-long focus on breast cancer with an examination of nutritional needs while undergoing cancer treatment. Kerry Coughlin, RD, CSO and Rebecca Philipps, PharmD join us to discuss this topic and support available from TherapEase Cuisine, a program available to patients who fill their cancer medications at Accredo Specialty Pharmacy. To learn more and enroll in the program, visit www.TherapEaseCuisine.com
2022-10-2414 min2022-10-1710 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Breast Cancer AwarenessIn this episode, we kick off a month-long focus on breast cancer awareness. Melissa Wolf, MS, NP-C, AOCNP, joins us. As an Assistant Medical Director for PinnacleCare, she brings her expertise to provide an introduction to breast cancer: what do we mean when we say cancer, risk factors, early detection and prevention, treatment options, and when and how to get a second opinions. Melissa also will be our guest for AFSPA Live on October 27 at 11am ET.
2022-10-0452 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Federal Retirement PlanningIn this episode of AFSPA Talks, federal benefits expert, Tammy Flanagan, joins AFSPA COO Kyle Longton, to talk about the importance of retirement planning and the work she does at Retire Federal. She walks through the broad considerations for any federal employee as they consider their future after retirement before diving into the often-complicated topic of life insurance within the FEGLI program. You can see Tammy's work elsewhere at:Retire Federal: https://www.retirefederal.com/For Your Benefit (Federal News Network): https://federalnewsnetwork.com/category/radio-interviews/fyb-archives/Government Executive: https://www.govexec.com/voices/tammy-flanagan/2340/Plan Your Federal...
2022-09-2631 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Financial Planning and Wealth ManagementThis week AFSPA Talks Financial Planning and Wealth Management with Greg Klingler, COO and VP, Wealth Management at GEBA. Greg holds a number of designations and licenses, including Certified Financial Planner, Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor, and the Chartered Federal Benefits Consultant Designation. You can learn more at www.gebawealth.comDisclaimer: Securities offered by Cape Securities Inc, Member FINRA, SIPC.Managed money offered through Cape Securities Advisory.Past returns do not guarantee future results. The views expressed within this podcast should not be considered a personalized recommendation. If you desire specific recommendations...
2022-09-1926 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks MASHUP - Life InsuranceOn this episode of AFSPA Talks, we combined two of our previously recorded episodes about Disability, Critical Illness, and Life Insurance. September is Life Insurance Awareness Month. If you're interested in learning even more about life insurance, check out our blog at afspa.org/blogs.
2022-09-0628 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Children's Behavioral HealthOn this episode, AFSPA Talks Children's Behavioral Health with Alison Stoner and Honora Einhorn, two senior clinical managers with Brightline Health. They discuss ways parents and caregivers can support healthy behavioral emotional and social development, the effect of COVID on kids of all ages, signs that may indicate a need for care or intervention, and the network of care professionals in a child's life. They also spend time talking about Brightline and the three-tiered approach this new FSBP partner offers. Learn more about Brightline at www.hellobrightline.com/fsbp.
2022-08-2239 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Summer BreakIn this episode of AFSPA Talks, we take a break to prepare for future podcast episodes. In the meantime, feel free to listen to any of our past episodes! We look forward to sharing a brand new episode with you next week on August 22!
2022-08-1503 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Newborn Children's HealthIn this episode of AFSPA Talks, we begin our month-long conversation about children's health care. This episode include excerpts from past episodes where COO Kyle Longton talk to pediatric experts about the beginning stages of children's health care - from preparing to welcome a child into your family, to the importance of well-child visits, recommended vaccines, and where to get resources. The Foreign Service Benefit Plan covers well-child visits and CDC recommended children vaccines at 100% when seen by an in-network provider. Visit afspa.org/fsbp for more information. Visit kidshealth.org for resources on...
2022-08-0836 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Telehealth OverseasFor today's episode, Kyle recorded an interview with John McQuillan, General Manager, Insurance-UK, Teladoc Health. The two discussed the overseas telehealth options available to FSBP members through vHealth. They delved into general medicine, mental health, and even the logistics of how visits work and the outcomes of members who have used the program in the past. Stayed tuned at the end for the full benefit information or visit https://vhealth-teladochealth.com/en to register for the program.
2022-07-2536 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks FSBP Overseas CareIn this episode of AFSPA Talks, we continue our theme of overseas care by focusing on the benefits, programs, and service offered through the Foreign Service Benefit Plan. AFSPA CEO Paula Jakub walks through a bit of the history of the Plan before diving into coverage, special features, and unique ways in which AFSPA supports its overseas members. Later, Sr. Director of Compliance Stefon Nicely provides an overview of the AFSPA's partnerships with overseas providers.Helpful inks:FSBP Overseas Coverage: https://www.afspa.org/fsbp/overseas/FSBP Overseas Partners: https://www.afspa.org/fsbp/overseas/overseas-partners/
2022-07-1843 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Overseas CareTo kick off a month-long focus on overseas care, State Department Chief Medical Officer Larry Padget joins us to talk about the work of the Bureau of Medical Services (MED). Learn about the structure of a mission's Health Unit, the work of regional medical officers and medical providers, and the basics of a MEDEVAC situation. MED serves as the medical home for tens of thousands, and Dr. Padget provides an inside look for the rest of us.
2022-07-1132 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Family Formation JourneysIn this episode of AFSPA Talks, members of the Foreign Service community join to share their journeys with growing their families. Their stories of adoption, IVF, and surrogacy highlight the challenges and joys that each family experienced. In celebration of Pride Month, we are proud to feature stories from the LGBTQ+ community about their Family Formation Journeys. Thank you to glifaa (Gays, and Lesbians in Foreign Affairs agencies) for their help in putting this episode together.For more information about the Institutes of Excellence Infertility Providers mentioned at the end of the episode, please visit www.aentainfertilitycare...
2022-06-201h 10AFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Infertility and Mental HealthToday AFSPA Talks kicks off a month-long focus on infertility and family formation with a focus on the mental health. Experiencing challenges conceiving, facing a diagnosis of infertility, and considering ways to expand your family including ART procedures and adoption have effects beyond physical health. They can cause depression and anxiety, put strain on relationships, and more. Our guest today, Alicia Janik, PsyD, addresses the broad effects of infertility and family formation on our mental health.If you missed our first AFSPA Live, please visit: www.youtube.com/afspacaresResources: www.postpartum.net...
2022-06-1348 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Financial WellnessAs we wrap up our focus on AFSPA's AIP options, Vishal Jain from Prudential joins us to discuss Financial Wellness. Learn about the connections between financial and mental wellness and how Prudential's Financial Wellness Program - available at no cost to all AFSPA members - can help you manager your daily spending, pay down debt, and plan for the future. For more information about this program, visit: https://www.afspa.org/professionalservices/#Financial_Wellness. If you missed our first AFSPA Live, please visit: www.youtube.com/afspacares
2022-06-0324 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Life and AD&D InsuranceIn this episode of AFSPA Talks, COO Kyle Longton talks about Life Insurance. Do you know the differences between term, whole, and universal life insurance? Nina Matias from Prudential does, and she’s back to share her expertise. This time, she talks about life and AD&D insurance. Find out about evolutions in the types of plans available and what considerations to take into account when deciding your coverage needs. For information about AFSPA’s life insurance plans, please visit www.afspa.org/life.
2022-05-2329 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Disability and Critical Illness InsuranceIn this episode of AFSPA Talks, COO Kyle Longton talks about AFSPA’s Disability and Critical Illness Insurance. AFSPA offers many different forms important forms of protection in the event of the unexpected. Two of those may seem to overlap or duplicate coverage: critical illness insurance and long term disability. They are not the same, and today’s episode explores what each covers, how the coverage works, and why you might want to consider one or both. Our focus with AIP continues with these deep-dive. Learn more about our disability and critical illness insurance.
2022-05-1627 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Discount Care ProgramsIn this episode of AFSPA Talks, COO Kyle Longton talks about AFSPA’s Discount Care Program. Valerie DeBruin, VP of Network Operations for Careington and Dr. Joan Waldron discuss the discount plans - their value and how they work. Dr. Waldron also provides great information about the important of preventative dental care. For more information on AFSPA’s Discount Care Program, click here.
2022-05-0931 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks AIP: Intro to AIP MonthIn this episode of AFSPA Talks, COO, Kyle Longton and Adrienne Seabrooks, Director of Ancillary Insurance Programs at AFSPA, talk about some of the unique AIP programs AFSPA offers. This is a preview of four episodes in our “Focus on AIP” podcast series. To learn more about AFSPA’s Ancillary Insurance Programs (AIP), visit our website at afspa.org/aip. Watch this quick video to see how some of our most important ancillary programs came to be.
2022-05-0219 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Overseas Virtual OpinionIn this episode of AFSPA Talks, COO, Kyle Longton has an in-depth discussion with Dr. Peter Rasmussen, MD, Chief Clinical Officer at The Clinic by Cleveland Clinic and Dr. Susan Scott, Director of Client Services at The Clinic by Cleveland Clinic about our partnership with Cleveland Clinic for the overseas virtual second opinion program. The Foreign Service Benefit Plan has a special arrangement with Cleveland Clinic to provide a Virtual Second Opinion to patients who receive treatment in foreign countries. This program allows expert specialists from the world-renowned Cleveland Clinic to review your medical diagnosis and treatment re...
2022-03-0728 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Medicare Advantage PlansIn this episode of AFSPA Talks, COO, Kyle Longton has an in-depth discussion on Medicare Advantage Plans and how they work together with the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program and commercial plans, with John H. Ficaro, Vice President of Aetna Group Retiree & De-Risking Solutions. This is the last episode of our "Focus on Medicare" podcast series. If you missed the first two episodes of this series, below are the links to listen to each episode.AFSPA Talks Medicare & the FEHBAFSPA Talks Medicare, Tricare & the FEHB
2022-02-2143 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Medicare, Tricare, and the FEHBIn this episode of AFSPA Talks, COO, Kyle Longton discusses Medicare, Tricare, and the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program, and how they work together with Rear Adm. Christine Hunter (Ret.), MD Former Chief Medical Officer, OPM Co-Chair, NCQA Committee on Performance Measurement. AFSPA CEO, Paula S. Jakub, RHU also joins the conversation to give us more information on how Medicare coordinates benefits with the other two programs. Below are some helpful links: AFSPA webinar on Medicare: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wDzJnt4Rf6k Medicare Overview: https://www.afspa.org/fsbp-and-medicare/ OPM information on over...
2022-02-141h 01AFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Medicare & the FEHBIn this episode of AFSPA Talks, CEO, Paula Jakub brings us through a discussion on Medicare and the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program, and how they work together. Paula talks about Medicare regulations, benefit coordination, how to differentiate between Medicare Parts A, B, C, and D, and how the FEHB coverage works for federal retirees who do not take Medicare.We highly encourage you to follow along with the visual slides from our recorded webinar presentation at Medicare & the FEHB - Updated for 2022 - YouTube. Also, visit our Medicare page to learn more on how the...
2022-02-071h 25AFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks New Year's ResolutionsIn this episode of AFSPA Talks, COO Kyle Longton takes us through a discussion of how AFSPA can help you with your 2022 new year's resolutions. Listen in as Kyle discusses wellness incentives, wellness programs, and more!
2022-01-1019 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Holiday Health and CoachingIn this episode of AFSPA Talks, COO Kyle Longton discusses staying healthy throughout the holiday season with Dr. Jonathan Rubens, Chief Medical Officer of ActiveHealth Management. Senior Director Leah Briggs also joins the conversation to give us more information on Lifestyle and Condition Coaching and how a coach can help you stay on track this holiday season. Jonathan S. Rubens brings more than 25 years of experience as a physician leader in both academic and community settings. As the CMO, Jonathan leads a multidisciplinary team of physicians, pharmacists and nurses focused on building effective population health management programs...
2021-12-1345 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Open Season Pt. 2In this episode of AFSPA Talks, COO Kyle Longton is the one being interviewed! That's right, this episode dives into Open Season and the questions members usually have this time of year. Kyle brings us through 2022 Foreign Service Benefit Plan plan changes and enhancements, and answers FAQs.
2021-12-0624 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Long Term CareIn this episode of AFSPA Talks, COO Kyle Longton brings us through a discussion on Long Term Care for Long Term Care Awareness Month. For this episode, Kyle is joined by Linda Tsironis Caruthers, founder and CEO of Long-Term Care Consultants. Linda Tsironis Caruthers, CSA, LTCP is the founder and CEO of Long-Term Care Consultants, Inc., a dedicated long-term care insurance agency providing long-term care planning and caregiver support resources to individuals and employer groups. She has specialized in long-term care insurance since 2000 and earned the Long-Term Care Professional (LTCP) designation from America’s Health Insurance Plans (AHI...
2021-11-2942 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks the Senior Living Foundation of the American Foreign ServiceIn this episode of AFSPA Talks we hear from the Senior Living Foundation's caregiving webinar. AFSPA CEO Paula Jakub, who also serves as the Executive Director of the Senior Living Foundation provides some background on the Foundation and introduces Heather Suri, an aging life care professional who runs a care management agency in Northern Virginia, and Kevin Montgomery, a licensed clinical social worker with AbleTo, a mental wellness program we’ve discussed previously. Heather will share some tools and resources available to help people caring for aging loved ones. Kevin will talk through some self-care strategies to he...
2021-11-2234 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Healthy PregnancyIn this episode of AFSPA Talks, COO Kyle Longton brings us through a discussion on healthy pregnancy with Dr. Joanne Armstrong, Chief Medical Officer for Women's Health and Genomics at CVS Health. Kyle and Dr. Armstrong talk about preparing for pregnancy, advice for while you're pregnant, and post-pregnancy tips. Joanne Armstrong, MD, MPH is She is responsible for women's health and genomics policy, strategy, and clinical program design across all CVSH enterprise units. Dr. Armstrong has practiced clinical obstetrics and gynecology for more than 25 years. Dr. Armstrong is Board Certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and has additional tra...
2021-11-1545 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Open Season with CEO Paula JakubIn this episode of AFSPA Talks, COO Kyle Longton brings us through a discussion of 2021 Open Season with AFSPA's CEO, Paula Jakub. The two talk plan enhancements, changes, and more, serving as your guide to this year's Open Season. Open Season runs from November 8 - December 13. Go to afspa.org/openseason for more information, and visit afspa.org/events to register for one of our virtual Open Season events. Visit afspa.org/blog for more information on Open Season, including all virtual event dates.
2021-11-0829 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks DiabetesIn this episode of AFSPA Talks, COO Kyle Longton brings us through a discussion of diabetes with Teladoc Health's Director of Clinical Products, Dr. Tejaswi Kompala. Dr. Teja Kompala is the Director of Clinical Products and clinical subject matter expert for the diabetes and weight management/diabetes prevention programs. As a board-certified Endocrinologist, her responsibilities at Teladoc Health focus on clinical strategy, product development, and clinical analytics across chronic conditions.
2021-11-0131 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Virtual Behavioral Support for KidsIn this episode of AFSPA Talks, COO Kyle Longton brings us through a discussion of virtual behavioral support for kids with Brightline’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr. David Grodberg. Dr. Grodberg has over 20 years of clinical experience providing evaluation and treatment for children, adolescents, and their families across many conditions and levels of care. Dr. Grodberg is currently a faculty member at the Yale School of Medicine and served as medical director of the Yale Child Study Center Outpatient Clinic. Among his many contributions to the field, Dr. Grodberg developed the Autism Mental Status Exam (AMSE), which is...
2021-10-2531 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Breast Cancer & Second OpinionsIn this episode of AFSPA Talks, COO Kyle Longton brings us through a discussion of breast cancer and getting a second opinion with PinnacleCare's Clinical Director, Jeff Weaver. Jeff Weaver is a certified Master’s level Physician Assistant and the Clinical Director of the Group Benefits at PinnacleCare, where he has overseen the medical management of complex and serious illness for the past 5 years. Understanding the complex needs of patients and connecting them to comprehensive and appropriate resources and services is key to his practice of medicine.Link to Blog: https://www.afspa.org/blog
2021-10-0427 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Life Insurance Awareness Month and the Office of Casualty AssistanceIn this episode of AFSPA Talks, COO Kyle Longton brings us through a discussion of Life Insurance Awareness Month (LIAM) and the State Department's Office of Casualty Assistance (OCA). Kirk Leach, Director of the OCA, joins Kyle for this episode on life insurance and personal contingency planning.Kirk Leach has been the Director of the Office of Casualty Assistance (OCA) at the State Department for 14 years. In that time, he has managed over 500 employee death cases. Prior to coming to the State Department, Kirk worked for 18 years in international development, including nine years living in Latin America.
2021-09-2045 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Chronic Pain ManagementIn this episode of AFSPA Talks, COO Kyle Longton brings us through a discussion of chronic pain management with Hinge Health's Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Jeff Kraus. The two discuss chronic pain, the affects of working from home, how chronic pain relates to one's mental wellness, and more. Dr. Jeff Krauss graduated from Harvard College, earned his Medical degree from the University of California San Francisco School of Medicine, and completed his residency in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at Stanford University. On top of Dr. Krauss’ full-time role at Hinge Health, he is also a Clinical Assistant Professor at...
2021-09-1333 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Opioids and Overdoses: Prevention and TreatmentIn this episode of AFSPA Talks, COO Kyle Longton brings us through a discussion on opioids and overdoses with Katherine Lurk and Becky Parker. The three take an in depth look at the opioid epidemic, removing the stigma surrounding opioid overdoses, how to get help if you're struggling with opioid misuse, and more. Katherine Lurk is the Clinical Pharmacist and Manager of Business Development with TrestleTree, a health transformation company. Katherine supports a team of Health Coaches, clients, and participants to optimize clinical outcomes and solve drug-related problems. Becky Parker is a Clinical Psychologist and...
2021-08-3037 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Back to School with KidsHealth's Dr. Elana Pearl Ben-JosephIn this episode of AFSPA Talks, COO Kyle Longton brings us through our third and final discussion of back to school. This episode looks at going back to school amidst the pandemic through the eyes of pediatrician Elana Pearl Ben-Joseph. Dr. Pearl Ben-Joseph shares the safest practices for returning to school, preventative measures against getting COVID-19, as well as the affects of increased social technology use on children during this time and in the future. Elana Pearl Ben-Joseph, MD, is a pediatrician and medical editor at the Center for Health Delivery Innovation | KidsHealth.org in the Nemours...
2021-08-2357 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Back to Middle SchoolIn this episode of AFSPA Talks, COO Kyle Longton brings us through another back to school discussion, this week with middle school teacher Annitra Smith-Lincoln. Learn about what going back to the classroom was like last year for middle schoolers, and what it will look like this year as we continue to battle COVID-19. Annitra Smith-Lincoln has taught for a total of 18 years, grades 3-12. She is currently an 8th grade U.S. History teacher in Fort Bragg, NC.
2021-08-1625 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Back to Elementary SchoolIn this episode of AFSPA Talks, COO Kyle Longton brings us through a discussion of going back to the classroom with elementary school teacher Kara Rosenfeld. Kara and Kyle talk about the challenges facing children and parents returning to the classroom amidst the pandemic, the benefits of schooling in person, and more. Kara Rosenfeld is currently in her 22nd year of teaching and is currently teaching first grade at Devers Elementary School in Fort Bragg, NC. Listen in to this first episode in our back to school series! Click here to watch the 25...
2021-08-0926 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks FSBP Incentives with CEO Paula JakubIn this episode of AFSPA Talks, COO Kyle Longton brings us through a discussion of Foreign Service Benefit Plan (FSBP) incentives with AFSPA's CEO, Paula Jakub. Paula and Kyle talk about all the incentives offered to FSBP members, with an emphasis on the Simple Steps to Living Well Together program and other wellness programs. Paula Jakub is Chief Executive Officer and Executive Vice President of AFSPA. She is also the Executive Director of the Senior Living Foundation (SLF) of the American Foreign Service, where she provides proactive management to the vital organization solely devoted to helping elderly F...
2021-07-1228 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Critical Illness InsuranceIn this episode of AFSPA Talks, COO Kyle Longton discusses the launch of Prudential's Critical Illness Insurance for AFSPA's FSBP members. Nina Matias, of Prudential, joins Kyle for the conversation on critical illness insurance. Nina Matias has more than 20 years of experience with Prudential’s Group Insurance Division. As an Account Executive for Prudential’s Group Association and Affinity Services, she is responsible for the relationship management and implementation of national and state-specific association accounts for various Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, and Ancillary Products, such as Critical Illness.Nina is a subject matter expert in Group...
2021-06-2819 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks LGBTQ+ YouthIn this episode of AFSPA Talks we celebrate pride month as COO Kyle Longton brings you through a discussion of LGBTQ+ youth with Alyssa Clayden of the Truman Group. Listen in as Kyle and Alyssa cover everything from the coming out process for children, to parents' reactions to their children's identities, to gender dysphoria, and more. Alyssa Clayden is a licensed independent social worker who has provided international mental health services for more than two decades in a wide variety of settings. Having lived, worked and raised a family across five continents, Alyssa is passionate about providing h...
2021-06-1439 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks DentalIn this episode of AFSPA Talks, COO Kyle Longton brings us through a discussion of dental care and benefits with guests Dr. Wayne Silverman and Mark Haraway of Dominion National. Dr. Wayne Silverman has more than 30 years of consulting, teaching and private practice experience. He helps design and review Dominion’s plans, policies and administrative procedures.Mark Haraway has been in the dental benefits industry for more than 26 years. He has had direct oversight of sales, service and provider relations as well as extensive roles in marketing and product development across a range of delivery sys...
2021-06-0732 minAFSPA TalksAFSPA Talks Behavioral Health with Dr. William GillisIn this episode of AFSPA Talks, COO Kyle Longton takes us through a discussion of behavioral health and the AbleTo program with Aetna's Dr. William Gillis. Dr. Gillis has over 22 years of experience as a California licensed clinical psychologist, initially in his early years providing direct clinical service and running large clinics. He then transitioned to leadership roles with Magellan and Aetna. Kyle and Dr. Gillis have a conversation about increased need for behavioral health needs and care, telemedicine, the AbleTo program, and more. DISCLAIMER: The correct website for AbleTo is https://www.able...
2021-05-2437 minAFSPA TalksBetter Speech and Hearing MonthIn this episode of AFSPA Talks, COO Kyle Longton discusses Better Speech and Hearing Month with TruHearing audiologist Patty Greene. Patty Greene is an audiologist with more than 30 years of experience in the hearing care industry. As TruHearing’s Director of Provider Engagement, Patty is responsible for building stronger relationships with the providers in the TruHearing network. She helps TruHearing providers successfully utilize TruHearing programs and services through provider communications and education. Throughout the episode, Kyle and Patty talk hearing loss, being an audiologist, and AFSPA's partnership with TruHearing.
2021-05-1729 min