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Check your deductible status and FSA balance to see if there’s money to be saved or used Most consumers pay significant premiums for their health insurance, but not everyone takes full advantage of the benefits of insurance coverage, especially once the annual deductible has been reached. Using your health plan benefits for medical visits, screenings and procedures is the best way to support your overall health. And, as the current plan year comes to an end, right now may be the best time to address any... ... Read More

Crestview, FL - North Okaloosa Medical Center is excited to offer 3D Mammography. 3D Mammography is clinically proven to significantly increase the detection of breast cancers, and also decreasing the number of women asked to return for additional testing. In conventional 2D Mammography, overlapping tissue is a leading reason why small breast cancers may be missed and normal tissue may appear abnormal, leading to unnecessary callbacks. A 3D exam includes a three-dimensional method of imaging that can gr... ... Read More

North Okaloosa Medical Center is now offering an improved magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) experience that focuses on patient comfort and delivers higher quality images quickly. “We are excited to offer the latest in MRI imaging technology to better serve the needs of the community,” says Mike Nordness, CEO of North Okaloosa Medical Center. Overall procedure time is reduced for patients with touchless, guided patient positioning, and a wider opening and immersive audio-visual experience help patients re... ... Read More

Crestview, FL – Patients undergoing joint replacement procedures at North Okaloosa Medical Center can now benefit from robotic-assisted surgery. A new surgical robot with arms specifically designed for total knee, partial knee and total hip replacements provides surgeons with more precision and control. “We are very excited to offer this technology to our community,” says Mike Nordness, CEO of North Okaloosa Medical Center. “This addition to our orthopedic service line further demonstrates our commitmen... ... Read More

Crestview, FL (01/11/23) – Heart disease is a leading cause of death in the United States, claiming the lives of more than 650,000 people each year. Here are some other facts everyone should know about heart disease: In the U.S., one person dies every 34 seconds from cardiovascular disease. Every year, about 800,000 Americans suffer a heart attack. Nearly half of American adults (47%) suffer from high blood pressure, or hypertension, which increases the risk of a heart attack and stroke. However, only a... ... Read More