Managing a chronic condition?

See how a MyPriority plan helps lower costs.

Page last updated on: 6/05/26

What is a chronic condition?

A chronic condition is an ailment that persists for more than a year and requires ongoing medical care. With a MyPriority® Individual and Family health plan, many chronic condition services are covered before the deductible. Chronic conditions can include:

  • Asthma
  • Congestive heart failure
  • Coronary artery disease
  • Depression
  • Diabetes
  • Heart disease
  • Hypertension (high blood pressure)
  • Osteoporosis/Osteopenia
Chronic conditions are more common than you think.

The coverage you need with extra benefits to manage your health and your budget.

Watch this short video to see how chronic condition management works.

How can health coverage help you manage a chronic condition?

Having health coverage can make it easier to get the care you need to stay on top of a chronic condition. It can help you manage your condition more confidently over time.

Depending on your plan, coverage may help with:

  • Doctor visits and regular checkups to monitor your condition.
  • Specialist care for more focused treatment or support.
  • Prescription medications to help manage symptoms and prevent complications.
  • Supplies and equipment, like testing tools or medical devices, you may use at home.
  • Tests and monitoring to track your health and catch changes early.
  • Ongoing support that can help you manage your health day to day.

Ongoing coverage helps make care more predictable

Managing a chronic condition often means regular care, medications and check-ins. Those costs can add up over time.

Health coverage can help make things more predictable by:

  • Making it easier to plan for continual care
  • Helping manage and budget costs over time
  • Supporting early and consistent care, which may help prevent more serious issues later

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How MyPriority plans support chronic condition care

Managing chronic conditions involves prioritizing your overall health, maintaining physical activity, managing stress, and dedicating time to self-care.  

MyPriority plans give you access to medical services, supplies and medications for your chronic condition for just the cost of a copay or coinsurance, even before reaching your deductible. 

With a MyPriority plan, you also get access to well-being benefits like the Active&Fit Direct program and Teladoc Health's Mental Health program. These benefits and others are accessible at any time through your member account.

  • Active&Fit Direct offers flexible fitness options for workouts at the gym or home without annual fees or long-term commitments.
  • Teladoc Health Mental Health delivers a free digital mental wellness resource focusing on stress, anxiety, chronic pain and more, which can be used independently or with coaching support.

Support for common chronic conditions

Managing a chronic condition can look different for everyone. That’s why MyPriority plans are designed to support a variety of common conditions. 

Managing asthma requires both symptom control and promotion of overall well-being. MyPriority plans ensure that members with asthma have full coverage for supplies and prescriptions, such as inhalers and peak flow meters, with a low copay or coinsurance before the deductible. 

Effective diabetes management necessitates a comprehensive approach including medical care, lifestyle adjustments and continuous support. With a MyPriority health plan, there are several services, supplies and treatments required to manage diabetes are fully covered if provided by participating durable medical equipment (DME) suppliers1, before the deductible is applied.

Members will pay no cost for:

  • Insulin pumps
  • Blood glucose monitors1
  • Syringes and needles
  • Lancets
  • Glucose test strips

Additionally, diabetes-related prescriptions and testing procedures are covered before the deductible with an affordable cost share. 

MyPriority members suffering from depression or anxiety can access complimentary on-demand mental health resources via Teladoc Health Mental Health. These resources address stress, anxiety, depression and more and can be used independently or with coaching guidance.

Common medications for depression and anxiety are available at a low copay before the deductible is met. Members also benefit from low-cost fitness options through Active&Fit Direct, promoting physical and mental wellness.

Proper management of high blood pressure is essential for cardiovascular health. MyPriority plan members can get necessary prescriptions at the lowest possible price using PriceMyMeds

Coverage extends to blood pressure monitors, ACE inhibitors and beta-blockers, all with a low copay or coinsurance, and before deductible. 

For heart disease management, MyPriority plans offer prescriptions at the lowest price through PriceMyMeds

Preventive measures—such as cardiovascular screenings, cholesterol tests and blood pressure checks—are fully covered with just a low copay or coinsurance, even before reaching the deductible.

What to check for when choosing a MyPriority plan

When managing a chronic condition, it’s worth taking a closer look at a few key details when comparing plans:

  • Prescriptions: Are your medications covered, and what will they cost?
  • Doctors and specialists: Are your preferred providers in-network?
  • Supplies and equipment: Are the tools you rely on included?
  • Out-of-pocket costs: What will you pay when you receive care?

Get reassurance that your health is fully protected

Get a free quote on a MyPriority health plan designed to assist in managing your chronic condition. We'll also determine your eligibility for financial assistance.

Call a Michigan-based enrollment specialist today at 844.590.0836 (TYY 711).

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Frequently asked questions about chronic condition coverage

No. With MyPriority plans, you cannot be denied coverage or charged more because of a chronic condition. You’ll have access to the care, prescriptions and support you need from day one of your plan.

MyPriority plans cover the care you need to manage a chronic condition on an ongoing basis—including doctor visits, specialist care, prescriptions, testing and supplies. Many of these services are available with a copay or coinsurance before you meet your deductible, helping you access care sooner.

MyPriority plans are designed to make ongoing care more manageable. 

With predictable copays, out-of-pocket limits and access to certain services before the deductible, you can better plan for your healthcare costs throughout the year. Financial assistance may also be available, depending on your eligibility.

With MyPriority plans, it’s important to review how your specific needs are covered. Check that your prescriptions are included, your providers are in-network and the supplies or equipment you rely on are covered. Also consider how pre-deductible benefits and out-of-pocket costs can help you manage expenses more predictably.

Yes. MyPriority plans are built to support consistent, ongoing care with features like pre-deductible coverage for many chronic condition services and clear cost-sharing amounts. This helps make it easier to budget for care and stay on track with treatment.

MyPriority plans offer broad provider networks and comprehensive prescription coverage. Before enrolling, you can quickly check whether your doctors are in-network and whether your medications are included on the plan’s formulary, so you can choose a plan that fits your needs.

1 Continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) are covered in full if a member is prescribed insulin and when furnished through a participating pharmacy.