Gateway to Lifestyle Management

Asthma is a chronic inflammation of the lung airways that causes coughing, chest tightness, wheezing or shortness of breath. It can be triggered by allergens, like ragweed or pet dander, chemicals in the air, like smoke, or even extreme weather. Physical activity and illness can also trigger attacks. Asthma is the cause behind over 439,000 hospitalizations and 1.8 million emergency room visits in the U.S. every year. Plus, almost half of the 3,600 asthma-related deaths per year are people who are 65 years old or older.

Luckily, if you're an asthma sufferer, the Gateway to Lifestyle Management (GTLM) Asthma Program is here to help.

Our team of professionals will asses your needs and provide you with the tools and support you need to manage your asthma. These tools may include:

• Asthma education materials
• Smoking cessation assistance
• Interactive educational phone calls
• Help with appointment scheduling, transportation and community resources
• Ongoing care management and care plan development
• Home health care (if needed)

Over 11.8 million people over the age of 65 suffer from Diabetes. This often undiagnosed disease was the seventh leading cause of death in the United States in 2010. Diabetes also increases your risk for heart attack, stroke, kidney failure, amputation and blindness. If you think you, or a loved one, have diabetes, don't wait, use this helpful tool from the American Diabetes Association to assess your risk now.

The GTLM Diabetes Program is a comprehensive program of disease management for adult and pediatric members who have been diagnosed with diabetes.

Our team of professionals will asses your needs and provide you with the tools and support you need to manage your Diabetes. These tools may include:

• Diabetes education materials
• Smoking cessation assistance
• Interactive educational phone calls
• Help with appointment scheduling, transportation and community resources
• Ongoing care management and care plan development
• Pill boxes
• Risk assessment

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is an umbrella term used to describe progressive lung diseases including emphysema, chronic bronchitis, refractory (non-reversible) asthma, and some forms of bronchiectasis. COPD effects as many as 30,000,000 people in the U.S. and most often occurs in people 40 years of age and older who have a history of smoking. But, exposure to fumes, chemicals and dust found in many work environments are contributing factors for many other individuals.

The GTLM COPD Program is a comprehensive, population-based program of chronic respiratory management for Gateway members.

Our team of professionals will asses your needs and provide you with the tools and support you need to manage your COPD. These tools may include:

• COPD education materials
• Smoking cessation assistance
• Interactive educational phone calls
• Help with appointment scheduling, transportation and community resources
• Ongoing care management and care plan development
• Pill boxes
• Risk assessment
• Home health care (if needed)

According to the American Heart Association, an estimated one in three American adults have one or more types of cardiovascular disease.

• 15,500,000 people in the U.S. are affected by coronary heart disease
• 7,600,000 more experience Myocardial infarctions
• 5,700,000 people experience heart failure

Not only are these chronic conditions life-threatening, they are also one of the largest causes of financial burden for Medicare recipients.

The GTLM Cardiac Program emphasizes patient empowerment, self-management, provider education and support to promote wellness for our members.

Our team of professionals will asses your needs and provide you with the tools and support you need to manage your heart condition. These tools may include:

• Cardiac education materials
• Smoking cessation assistance
• Interactive educational phone calls
• Help with appointment scheduling, transportation and community resources
• Ongoing care management and care plan development
• Pill boxes
• Scales are available for members with heart failure
• Home health care (if needed)

We have a special program for pregnant women called MOM Matters®. This program gives you the education and support to help you have a healthy pregnancy. Our Maternity Team members are here to answer questions and help you every step of the way. They can help you:

• Find a doctor and set up your appointments for prenatal care. Call us as soon as you find out you are pregnant!
• Answer questions, direct you to community services, and guide you throughout your pregnancy.
• Arrange a home visit by a nurse when needed.
• Provide resources for transportation to and from important doctor appointments.
• Connect you to the smoking quit line at 1-800-784-8669 or 1-800-QUIT-NOW.
• Earn rewards for going to all your prenatal and postpartum care doctor visits!