End of Year Benefits

We understand the end of the year is a very hectic time. But while we look forward to the new, let’s also take stock of how we can improve today — and save!

At McKenzie-Willamette Medical Center we encourage you to take some time for yourself. Doing so could not only benefit your health, it could even get you more out of your money!

5 Reasons to Take Time for Your Health Before December 31.

Reason 1: If you have an FSA account, don’t let this money go to waste!  Schedule your procedures to be completed prior to year-end for this year’s FSA eligibility.

Reason 2: If you need some kind of procedure, or if you’ve been considering some kind of elective surgery, you can recover during your time off over the holidays.

Reason 3: If you’ve met your health insurance deductible, take advantage of that fact. Remember, January 1 you start back at zero!

Reason 4: Physician offices aren’t as busy during November and December so you’re more likely to get an appointment quickly.

Reason 5: Putting off seeing a doctor or having a procedure just isn’t smart. Your good health is a present you give yourself and your loved ones. And in a season of giving, time and health are the greatest gifts.

Suggestions for end-of-year benefits:

• Colonoscopy
  • Men and women over 45 should have one every 10 years. To schedule a screening close to home call McKenzie Gastroenterology Associates at 541-228-3330.
• CT Scan
  • Been putting off a CT Scan? Use up that FSA before the end of the year. Have your PCP send the referral to McKenzie-Willamette Medical Center and we will get it scheduled for you.
• Gallbladder Surgery
  • Does everything you eat cause pain? Call Summit Surgical Specialists and make an appointment at 541-345-2205.
• Gynecologic Surgery
  • Put your health first. Use Find-A-Provider to select a provider to help you.
• Hernia Repair
  • Abdominal Pain is nothing to ignore or put off for later. Call Summit Surgical Specialists and make an appointment at 541-345-2205.