TelaDoc Intro Letter

Save Time and Money by Reducing
the Number of Visits to Your Doctor.

Get Expert Diagnosis Without Leaving the Comforts of Your Home or Office.

Discover an innovative new way to consult with a licensed physician without having to visit a doctor's office.

Get a professional diagnosis, recommended treatment,
and prescription order (if necessary). . .

All with a phone call.

No consulting fees.

No copay charges.

Please continue reading to find out how. . .

Most people would agree that doctor visits and urgent care visits are an absolute must with certain situations, like sudden illnesses, medical emergencies, and unforeseen accidents.

But what about those times when the diagnosis is simple? Maybe it's seasonal and you know the exact treatment, but your Personal Care Physician (PCP) still insists that you schedule an appointment. It's frustrating. It's costly. And most importantly, it's a waste of your time!

"72% of doctor visits (office, emergency room and urgent care clinic) are for non-emergency care and common illnesses."
- American Medical Association (AMA)

Fortunately, someone was listening. A little upstart company in Dallas, TX knew there had to be a way to streamline the process. Get the same medical attention you deserve, yet drastically reduce the time and money needed to utilize those services.

More than half of the respondents (54 percent), in a recent poll, indicated they are going to the doctor less frequently due to rising healthcare costs.
-Nov. 2008, CheckMD.com

They wanted to build a program that was a convenient, cost-effective alternative for minor medical problems. An effective solution for two of the most frustrating health care issues we have today:

HIGH COSTS and LACK OF ACCESS.

They wanted a program that allowed easy access to a national network of board certified, licensed primary care physicians that could diagnose illnesses, recommend treatment, and when appropriate, prescribe medication. In addition, this service would be available to its members, over the telephone, or via the internet, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and 365 days a year.

Finally, and maybe most importantly, they wanted a program that accepted everyone as a member. . . Regardless of gender, age, employment status, or health history. And thus...TelaDoc^TM was born.

And since 2002, the Teledoc^TM program has been helping tens of thousands of people everyday. Easily saving it's members time and money on doctor visits and office copay charges.

In fact, the only downside with Teladoc^TM, was that the service was only being offered to employees large corporations and big businesses. . . Preventing the majority of Americans from having access to this money-saving service. That is until now!

Helpful Benefits.com

Helpful Benefits.com is now offering this innovative program (along with several others...keep reading) to everyone! Those who are self-employed, those who are employed by any sized business (big or small), those who are retired, or for those who are in-between jobs. Everyone is qualified.

And the term "everyone" doesn't just apply to occupational status. Helpful Benefits.com offers this program to anyone, regardless of health history. . .

Pre-existing medical conditions? Not a problem.

Currently taking prescriptions? Piece of cake.

You will not be turned away. The ability of Helpful Benefits.com to offer every member the option to consult with a licensed physician, is a huge benefit when compared to other traditional health insurance plans. Plans that usually require an individual to "qualify" as a member first, before you can consult a physician.

In addition, most TelaDoc^TM programs include a "$35 consulting fee" with every initial call that is made. However, when using the service through Helpful Benefits.com, that fee is waived! Every single time. No matter how many times the service is used.

"The fact that I can talk with a doctor without paying a consulting fee, is a huge bonus. That just adds to the savings."
- Jerry Fitzpatrick, Member

How this plan workss

After registering to become a member, and setting up your account, you simply request a consultation with a physician by calling the toll-free phone number or by logging on to your online account. (Remember, this consultation is always FREE!)

After the inquiry, the licensed-physician reviews your medical history file for pre-existing conditions and reoccurring symptoms.

The physician, after reviewing your file, will call you back at your desired phone number. In most cases, the the call is returned within an hour (The national average is less than 50 minutes).

You won’t find anything like this in healthcare. Imagine having access to a licensed physician in hours, not days!

During the call, the physician will recommend treatment, or if necessary, refer you to a local PCP (Primary Care Physician).

Key Points

91% of TelaDoc consults result in
a diagnosis and/or treatment.

95% of TelaDoc patients would refer
the service of friends and family.

In some cases, the physician may determine that a prescription is needed, and that order is phoned directly to a local pharmacy of your choice. Physicians will not prescribe DEA controlled substances. For a list of DEA controlled substances, please click here.

Lastly, your personal Electronic Medical Report is then promptly updated for future consultations.

How Qualified are the Physicians??

Quite simply, they are some of the best. No question about it.

First, all physicians associated with this benefit are board certified, and licensed to practice medicine.

Second, to become a consulting physician, each must undergo a thorough credentialing process, including background checks with the National Physician Data Base (NPDB) and the American Medical Association (AMA) to verify medical licensure, training and education, work history and malpractice history.

Lastly, all physicians go through a detailed credentialing process before they are certified to join the TelaDoc^TM Physician Association.

All physicians live and work in the United States.
Interpreters are available for Spanish speaking members.

All qualified doctors have, on average, 14 years of experience in the medical field! In fact, due to the success of this service for both the members and the doctors, a waiting list has been created for licensed physicians to join the TelaDoc^TM network.

When to use this Benefit

So now that we've talked about the program, and the physicians that work within it, the question becomes, when is the right time to use this service? Below are just a couple of everyday examples of how TelaDoc^TM can benefit you:

Anytime you have an acute or convenient prescription need. Simply place your call in the morning and talk with a physician, then pick up your prescriptions during lunchtime that same day.

Anytime you're unable reach your regular family physician, or you have a medical inquiry that is after regular business hours.
When you're on vacation, or on a business trip. Think about it. What would you rather do?

1.	Dig up your traditional health insurance card, call a time-wasting automated toll-free number, research an "in-network" provider, call the medical facility, and finally set up an appointment. Or...

2.	Call TelaDoc^TM, speak with a licensed physician, and have a diagnosis (and perhaps a prescription order) within a few hours?

We think the choice is obvious.

Some of the most
commonly treated conditions
_______________

Respiratory Infections

Allergies

Urinary Tract Infection

Minor Joint Trauma (sprains & strains)

Arthritic Pain

Consultation for International and Domestic Travel

Immunization Planning

Please note that, at this time, these services cannot be provided
for children under the age of 10 years old. However, training for a Pediatrics Division is in the works, and once approved, this program will cater to children from ages 3 and up. Please be patient! It shouldn't be too much longer. . .

Build your EMR!

If you have ever applied for an individual (or family) health insurance plan, you know that retrieving medical records can be quite a challenging at times. Many medical facilities and doctor offices require that you pick up your records in person. Not only is this a waste of time, but there is usually a small fee associated with this process!

If you don't have the time to stop by the doctor's office, most offices will mail your medical records using the traditional postal service. This, obviously, is a time-consuming process, and instead of getting those records immediately, you now have to wait 5-7 business days. To make matters worse, there is still a good chance that you are going to have to pay that "medical records retrieval" fee!

Occasionally, you will find a doctors office that will fax your medical records to you, but unfortunately, this usually doesn't eliminate that pesky fee. And even when the records can be faxed, it's usually an additional 24 - 48 hours before you have them!

Now imagine having access to your medical records, 24 hours/day and 7 days/week. As part of your registration, you provide information (through a secure, online Medical History Disclosure form) which begins to build your personalized Electronic Medical Record (EMR).

Of course keeping your privacy will always be one of TelaDoc's main concerns. All reports will maintain patient confidentiality and will always conform to the federal HIPAA guidelines.

This EMR then becomes the backbone of your personal medical history file. Not only is the record accessible by you at anytime, but it's also the same record that the physicians utilize during your medical consultations. Again...streamlining the process is the key to TelaDoc's success!

Where can you find it?

The best part is you have the ability to register right here. With the assistance of Helpful Benefits.com, Teladoc^TM is offered as part of a complete, yet inexpensive, Discount Medical Benefits Package. But before we go too much further, let's take a brief look at these benefits that make up this Discount Medical Benefits Package.

Some of benefits you might find very useful, and others you may not, but the bottom line is that you are definitely going to find this package a tremendous value for you and your family.

The Discount Medical Benefits Package

This package includes 5 different benefits. Here they are at a glance.

1.		TelaDoc^TM
		Of course! This is the backbone of this benefits plan. Innovative and cutting edge. Changing the face of basic medical care. No outrageous fees or unexpected charges No consultation fee! Far less expensive than the cost of a typical primary care physician visit ($30 – $50 average) Most medical issues can be resolved from any remote location Easy method of payment debit/credit card or ACH (if utilizing phone registration) Prescriptions can be phoned to the member's local pharmacy When registering, you may complete your Medical History Disclosure online for FREE, or there is a $12 charge if completed over the phone. Patient access to portable electronic health records with HIPAA compliant secure servers Portable Electronic Health Record (EHR) - FREE TelaDoc™ does not prescribe DEA controlled substances or lifestyle drugs. TelaDoc™ is not available to visitors or residents of the state of OK. TelaDoc™ provides services for members 10 years of age or older. TelaDoc™ does not replace your primary care physician.
2.		Chiropractic Care
		Free initial consultation 50% savings on diagnostic services 50% savings on x-rays performed on-site (if necessary) 30% savings on treatment and other services Unlimited access to care with no limits on the number of visits Over 3,000 providers nationwide Each chiropractor’s license and insurance are carefully verified before being accepted in the network Vision Benefit is not available to VT residents
3.		Vision Care - Coast to Coast Vision^TM
		Coast to Coast (CTC) Vision^TM has contracted with over 12,000 eye care locations nationwide Savings of 20% to 60% on prescription eyewear Also, save 10% to 20% on contact lenses (excluding disposables) at participating retail locations. Savings of 10% to 30% on eye exams Save 40% to 50% off the overall national average on LASIK surgery (PRK and CK available at select locations) Most frames, lenses and specialty items such as tints, coatings and UV protection are available No limit on the number of times membership may be used during the year Two guarantees - 30 day unconditional money-back satisfaction guarantee and low price guarantee on eyeglasses Members may nominate their own eye care professional to join the network Vision Benefit is not available to VT residents
4.		Dental Care - Aetna Dental Access^®
		The discount program provides access to the Aetna Dental Access^® network Members save 15% to 50%* on everything from general dentistry and cleanings to root canals, crowns and orthodontia Over 76,000 dental practice locations Save on routine dental services such as x-rays and fillings Save on specialty care such as orthodontics and periodontics, where available Vision Benefit is not available to VT residents
5.		Prescription Drug Card
		Very helpful for people who don't have prescription co-pays as part of their traditional medical coverage (ie. HSA's), or for those don't have medical insurance, period 10% to 60% savings on most medications. Over 60,000 national and regional pharmacy chains participate as well as independent pharmacies. Pharmacy Discounts ARE NOT INSURANCE and are not intended as a substitute for insurance.

Helpful Benefit.com's Tremendous Value

Finally, we are at the section that has probably generated the most curiosity. Just exactly how much is this Discount Medical Benefits Package? What are the terms of the registration? How does the purchase process work? And lastly, where do I register? Let's take a look at those questions one-by-one.

How much is the Discount Medical Benefits Package? The plan cost is $17.40/month, with a one-time application fee of $7.95.

$17.40/month

Don't forget! That $17.40/month premium includes coverage for yourself and your entire family. That's right! For $17.40/month, you and your family get access to all five benefits: TelaDoc^TM, Chiropractic Care, Dental Care, Vision Care, and the Prescription Drug Card. Use the membership only once per month, and it pays for itself!

What are the terms of the registration? The contract is about as simple as it gets. Payments are made on a month-to-month basis, and you are free to cancel at any time.

Not finding the Discount Medical Benefits Package useful? Just cancel it. That's it. Call the toll-free number on your benefits card, or log onto your online account. It's really just that easy.

In most states, memberships that are cancelled within the first 30 days get a full refund, minus the application fee. For more info on the disclosures, and state specific guidelines, click here.

How does the purchase process work?

Select "Register Now!" at the bottom of this page to apply.
Follow the on-screen instructions to register.
Once completed, membership kits will be mailed within 7 - 10 business days. An email will be sent to you as confirmation of your purchase.
All kits, when they arrive, include 2 membership cards, an instructional brochure, and a listing of local area providers for each benefit selected. Additional cards can be issued for $2.50 per card.
24-hour provider referrals are available via a toll-free automated system and on the internet.

Where do I register for the Discount Medical Benefits Package?

Don't waste another minute sitting in a doctor's office!

Quit spending valuable money on co-pays!

Click the "Register Now!" button below. It's quick, simple, and secure.

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