by kelsey | Oct 22, 2014 | Etc.
A few weeks ago I posted about the Iniated Measure 17, which is on the election ballot (https://s2sbrownclinic.com/2014/09/vote-yes-on-17-patient-choice/). Many of you have probably seen the commercials for both sides of the measure and since we have gotten a lot of questions about it, I thought it was worth of posting again about it. There is a bit of confusion about this measure due to the media and message the other side is giving. Opponents of IM17 are using broad generalities without support and poor interpretation of outdated and irrelevant research to suppor their case. There is no credible evidence to support the oppositions claims that costs will go up. Here is the TRUTH:
1) A key element of IM17 is that providers (doctors) who wish to become a part of a given network must meet the terms put forth by the network. There will be no service cost increases caused by the doctors. If insurance rates go up, it will be the insurance companies that will be increasing the administrative costs.
2) IM17 will increase competition among providers and insurance companies in the state. Competition puts downward pressure on pricing and causes companies to improve in order to be competitive. The big health care groups in SD want you to vote NO so that they can have total control over your insurance and where you go to the doctor. Ie- if you have insurance from one of these health care groups (Sanford or Avera), this measure will eliminate your freedom to choose where you go to the doctor and will in turn mandate you to see one in their group.
3) Eleven other states have similar laws and there are no cost increases.
4) Because out of network fees normally borne by patients will be eliminated, out of pocket costs for patients will go down.
5) Both Wellmark and Dakotacare have open insurance programs for their insured patients and their programs are highly competitive. DakotaCare is operated by the South Dakota State Medical Association, which supports IM17.
Oppositions state that IM17 is more needless government bueaucracy imposing itself on health care. In reality, IM 17 protects against changes that may be occuring in the health care marketplace by ensuring that patients may continue to see their chosen providers.
We value our patients and are passionate for providing quality care to you, thus we kindly ask you to support IM17 by voting YES as we feel your patient choice is important and having a consistent and on-going relationship with a provider is in the best interest of quality care.
For more information, feel free to visit: http://www.sdpatientchoice.org/.
by kelsey | Oct 21, 2014 | Etc.
This is going to be fun week for me!! We have two great breast cancer awareness events tomorrow (Wednesday) and Thursday this week! Wednesday’s event is Ladies Night at Runnings from 5-7pm (flier above). You can purchase a pink bucket and everything you can fit inside of it will be 15% off with proceeds from the bucket sales going to fight breast cancer. There will be drawings, refreshments, and of course many great vendors (me included!). Be sure to add this to your schedule and come visit me and do some shopping while helping fight breast cancer!
Thursday’s event is our free educational event with Big Stone Therapies from 5:30-7pm at the HyVee Club Room. Dr.Gwen Schaunaman, our radiologist and myself will be teaming up with Big Stone Therapies for a great educational event focused on breast cancer awareness. Topics to be discussed include 3D Mammography, nutrition recommendations for cancer prevention, during and post treatment, cancer self care and special therapy options. . We would love to have you join us!! Be sure to RSVP to Big Stone Therapies at 753-5400 to reserve your spot for this great event!!
Hope to see you at these events!
-Kelsey
by Dan | Oct 12, 2014 | Etc.
There are many obstacles and adversities that an individual needs to overcome to exercise on a regular basis. Our excuses all need to be in order: It is too cold; too hot; too windy; too tired; too rainy; too busy; too etc etc. Before too long we have to realize that our true main obstacle is our mind! If we can overcome our mind, our body will do what comes natural…MOVE!
Dr. George Sheehan, a famous runner and physician, stated: “There will never be a day when we won’t need dedication, discipline, energy, and the feeling that we can change things for the better…What the day brings and every one learns sooner or later, is recurrent challenge…” Time to face that challenge head on. Here I am getting ready for the Goofy challenge this past January. Nervous, and excited…and deep down, wondering “what am I doing?”.
To get ready, we may be anxious, and it will become easier if, at least at the beginning, we anticipate this. So, it is time to face that challenge head on. It is time to do what we are truly capable of accomplishing, and not settle for things that are easy and comfortable. Get out of your comfort zone, and prove to yourself what you are capable of. You will never know until you try! Keep moving everybody!
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 2571
by kelsey | Oct 8, 2014 | Etc.
Dr.Gwen Schaunaman, our radiologist and myself will be teaming up with Big Stone Therapies for a great educational event focused on breast cancer awareness. Topics to be discussed include 3D Mammography, nutrition recommendations for cancer prevention, during and post treatment, cancer self care and special therapy options. The event will be Thursday, October 23 from 5:30-7pm at the HyVee Club Room. We would love to have you join us!! Be sure to RSVP to Big Stone Therapies at 753-5400 to reserve your spot for this great event!!
-Kelsey
by Dan | Oct 5, 2014 | Etc.
Sarah surprised me today…early…for my 50th Birthday. It is actually the 24th this month, but she had a surprise party today. Totally took me by surprise!!!!! My true training partner…in good times, and in bad. She has always been at my side. I appreciate it this more and more all of the time.
Lots of friends…lots of family, including my twin brother, so we were celebrating together. It was a great surprise. 2 of my 3 kids were there, and Megan was there on face time from school in Virginia. Great food. My nurse Chris did a great job with making the cake, and the cupcakes. Delicious as usual.
This is why I do all of the exercise…sometimes you need to splurge a little when it comes to your diet. These types of events make it all worthwhile. The other reason is that I am around to be able to enjoy these types of celebrations. I hope to enjoy many more, and especially events involving my kids. That is truly what it is all about! Make time for your friends and family. That is what is important. Enjoy life. Thank you very much Sarah! I love you more than words can say!
Keep moving everybody!
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 2564
by kelsey | Oct 2, 2014 | Etc.
Our next flu shot clinic will be Saturday, October 11th from 8-11am at Northridge. If that does not work for your schedule, you can stop in anytime at either clinic to get your flu shot or to guarantee the time slot you want, please call us at 886-8482 to schedule a time. Walk ins are welcome, but they are first come first serve, so if you have a specific time you want to come in, please give us a call first.
Be sure to add this to your health checklist or “to-do” list to ensure you are protected from the flu this year!
