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What You Need to Know about ER visits

9/30/2020

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From: Henry Trevino -  Retirees Health Benefit Trustee
Subject: Treatment at the Emergency Room
Attached above is a an article written by one of our Retiree health trustees. 
Problems after visiting a hospital ER for treatment.
Article Attached
FELLOW AND FUTURE MEMBERS                                 
 
This article will discuss the tremendous financial burden people suffer when they go to the hospital for emergency treatment.

             When a person receives care at an in-network hospital, he generally assumes that the attending physicians and specialists are also in-network.  They are mightily surprised when they receive a bill from the attending providers that are not in net-work.

             Many physicians working in hospital’s E.R’s are contract workers that are not directly employed by hospitals.  Many of these contract physicians that provide care in hospital’s E.R’s might not be in net-work.  
             Knowing whether a doctor in or out of net-work is generally not known until weeks later when a bill is delivered to the patient.  The bill is the difference between what the insurance paid and the out-of-network costs.  The bill balance is now the responsibility of the patient.  The amounts can vary from a few hundred to thousands of dollars. 

             This very unfair method of billing blindsides patients that are most vulnerable. This unfair practice of billing is disproportionately tied to emergency room care. 

             State representatives should have the courage to confront and fix this problem as other states have done.  It is suggested that if patients go to in-network hospitals they should receive in-network billing.  The medical provider and the insurers should settle out the difference.  

             Florida, New York and California have tackled the problem by requiring in-network billing when patients go to in-network hospitals and other facilities.  Two Texas Lawmakers, state Representatives John Smithee, R-Amarillo, and state Senator Larry Taylor, R-Friendswood have said that they would consider such legislation.
 

             Unfortunately the Fire and Police Health Fund cannot intercede for our members when they are hit with not in-network billing. Furthermore, the Fund cannot determine whether a physician is or is not in-network in an emergency situation.  It is the responsibility of the member to determine whether the doctor is or is not in-network. 
  

             If emergency care is necessary, a relative or a friend can call the Health Fund and pre-certify the patient.  If this happens on a week end the patient has 48 hours in which to pre-certify.  However, it is the responsibility of the patient to ask and determine if the doctor is in-network.

             What can you do if this happens to you?  Go to the hospital or to the doctor and bargain the extra billing down.  They may or may not agree, but argue the point of the unfairness of the extra billing.  I suggest that when arguing this point that you remain calm and composed while presenting your case.  Sometimes more often than not, offering a fully paid discounted amount will be accepted.

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SA Fire Museum Fundraiser

9/30/2020

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From: Hector Cardenas Retired SA Fire Dept


Subject: San Antonio Fire Fighters Museum Benefit 
It will be held at Fish City Grill, 18130 281N #104, on Oct 06-2020

For more Info contact Randy Puzon, 210.827.6652 .
Attached is a flyer to Benefit the Fire Museum behind the Alamo.


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Event Cancellations

9/30/2020

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SAPOA  EVENT CANCELLATIONS
Out of concern for the health and well-being of participants, organizers,
and the community, the difficult decision has been made to cancel
THE FOLLOWING EVENTS FOR THIS YEAR.

- The SAPOA picnic has been CANCELLED. The County has cancelled all events at all County Parks.


- The SAPOA Annual Val Lopez Memorial Intramural Softball Tournament, normally held in October, CANCELLED.
- The SAPOA Bowling Turkey Shoot, which usually occurs in November, CANCELLED.


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Firearms Qualification for rest of year

9/30/2020

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Attention All Retired SAPD Officers!
The Firearms staff will be holding Retiree Qualifications on the following
dates: October 26, November 23, and December 21.

There will be a morning qualification at 0900 and an afternoon qualification
at 1400.  When you call to sign up please specify which date and time you would like
to sign up for.  We are limited to 30 shooters per time slot so we will absolutely be taking
no walk-ins.

If you are not signed up for the specified time/date, you will not be allowed to qualify.  No exceptions.
As usual, you will need your firearm, at least two magazines, a holster, 50
rounds of ammo and a check payable to COSA.

 MASKS WILL BE REQUIRED AT ALL TIMES EXCEPT ON THE FIRING LINE, NO  EXCEPTIONS.

Your own eye and ear protection is highly recommended.  Call 210-207-6229
during normal business hours to get on the schedule.
 (NOTE: Leaving a message does not sign you up)

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Flu Vaccine Shots

9/30/2020

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From: Armando Ynostrosa 
Subject: Flu shots
I have had a couple of retired officers saying that when they called the
clinic, Health Designs, for an appointment for a flu shot
They were asked, “Are you over 65 yrs old”, and they were over 65 yrs,     
to call back later to make an appointment. They had no vaccine.

I notified Alex Perez and Henry Trevino about members being told by the
Health Care Clinics they could not get a Flu shot. Ask them to check into it.

Response was Quick from our Police and Fire Health Rep’s.
From: Alex Perez / Henry Trevino – Health Benefit Retirees Rep. 
Subject: Flu shots
Armando, I followed up with James at the Health Fund and he checked on the
issue of Flu shots at the Health Clinics.
We found out the clinics ran out of the vaccine for the retirees over 65,
but have the regular flu vaccine for those retirees under 65 years of age.

The CDC recommends that people over the age 65 receive the extra strength
flu vaccine
which is the vaccine that the clinics ran out of.
They did not receive the Full Shipment for the extra strength vaccine.
They are waiting for the next shipment to come in hopefully within the next week.
If retirees over the age of 65 call in, the clinic’s will take their names
and call them back when the extra strength vaccines arrives.
The Clinic does not want to make the appointments when they don’t know when
the vaccine will be in.
We ask the retirees to be patient and we will get back with them as soon as
we can.
Thanks, Alex Perez – Police Health Benefit Trustee


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SAPOA Events Cancelled

9/27/2020

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SAPOA  EVENT CANCELATIONS
Out of concern for the health and well-being of participants, organizers,
and the community, the difficult decision has been made to cancel
THE FOLLOWING EVENTS FOR THIS YEAR.

- The SAPOA picnic has been CANCELLED. The County has cancelled all events
at all County Parks.
- The SAPOA Annual Val Lopez Memorial Intramural Softball Tournament,
normally held in October, CANCELLED.
- The SAPOA Bowling Turkey Shoot, which usually occurs in November,
CANCELLED.

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Old Timer's Luncheon - Cancelled

9/27/2020

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Subject: Cancellation of the Old Timer’s Luncheon

As a precautionary measure, due to the COVID 19 pandemic, the San Antonio
Police Benevolent Fund has made the difficult decision to cancel this year’s 2020 Old Timer’s Luncheon. The health and well-being of our members and their families is paramount to the Board.

We understand how important this event is to our members, however, with the
current limitations and short time-frame The Board had no choice but to
cancel the event this year.

We greatly appreciate your understanding and we look forward to seeing you
next year!

Paul Biasiolli, Captain
Chairman / Benevolent Fund

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Blue Mass

9/27/2020

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San Fernando Cathedral – Blue Mass
Tuesday, September 29, 2020 at 12:05pm.
Honored will be the Women and Men who bravely serve as First Responders. All
Departments, Offices are welcomed. Honor Guard and Flag Presentation.




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Soccer Tournament - Cancelled

9/27/2020

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SAPOA Soccer Tournament - Cancelled

To safeguard the health and well-being of our officers, their families, and
the community, the SAPOA Soccer Tournament that was postponed to October
24th has now been CANCELLED due to Covid-19.

MARC A. VALERO, OFFICER WEST SAFFE UNIT


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Office Elections for Retirees Association

9/27/2020

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From: Mike Trainer, Pensioners Association President

Attached is the information on all four position available for this election cycle:
1.      Vice President - At present Bart Moczygemba
2.      Recording Secretary - At present Earnest Gay
( Bart and Ernest have stated they will run again for their current offices )

3.      Sgt-At-Arms – OPEN. At present is William Lambrides
4.      Corresponding Secretary Fire – OPEN. At present is David Perez

Any members wanting to also run for any of these offices, please contact
Mike and submit your name for the position desired.

Voting will be done at October meeting. A proposed change in By Laws, Sec.4,
to allow Audio and Visual Zoom meeting will also be voted on.

Mike Trainer
PO Box 461566, San Antonio,Tx 78246
210.452.7553 (cell)


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SAPOA Picnic for 2020 Cancelled

9/27/2020

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 From: Michael Helle, SAPOA President
Subject: SAPOA Annual Picnic CANCELLED
 The annual SAPOA picnic has been cancelled for this year.
The County has cancelled all events at all County Parks.

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Frances Marie Barrera - SAPD Communications

9/27/2020

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Frances Marie Barrera – SAPD Communication
Frances was born October 04, 1960 and passed away on September 08,2020.
 Many of us on the Department did not know her personally but we knew her voice when we called Communication (PSAT) she was a call taker.
 Always ready to help Officers and Detectives. She worked the Dispatchers Office for over 25 yrs.before retiring a couple of years ago. A great Blue Line Supporter, she will be missed.
 
There will be a Celebration of Life on September 19, 2020 at 134 Edinburgh, Boerne Texas, 78015
It will be from 530pm – 630pm
Come by visit and share memories about Frances.

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Wife of Retiree Richard Flack

9/27/2020

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Esther Mae Whatley Flack 

Esther married Richard E. Flack in San Antonio, Retired SAPD. Passed away at
her home in Castroville early in the morning on September 6, 2020.
She was born December 13, 1946 in San Antonio. On December 31, 1979, Esther
married Richard E. Flack in San Antonio.

They were blessed with over forty years of marriage. Esther was secretary
for Medina County Precinct #2 Justice of the Peace.
Before retiring, she was also a Castroville Postal Service Carrier for
fourteen years.

Survivors include her husband, Richard E. Flack of Castroville; children and
their spouses, fifteen grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

Committal Services will be held at Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery on
Wednesday, September 16, 2020. Services will be private for family only.

 Arrangements by Tondre-Guinn Funeral Home. Visit
https://www.tondre-guinn.com/obituary/esther-flack


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From unknown contributor

9/13/2020

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Join Governor Greg Abbott, and oppose any efforts to defund the police in Texas. 

Texas Backs the Blue Pledge to oppose any efforts to defund the police and to show my support for the brave law enforcement officers who risk their lives to protect and serve.

Defunding our police departments would invite crime into our communities and put people in danger.
That is why I pledge to support any measure that discourages or stops efforts to defund police departments in Texas.

https://www.gregabbott.com/backtheblue/?fbclid=IwAR2rf6ZOwNr_KAcPqYYVmG07DyXltCsM9C5jdcatXpQOunHexCEWUY0UJkQ#  

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From SAPOA

9/13/2020

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From : SAPOA
The perfect example of how to Support the BLUE. San Antonio neighborhoods need to show its support for law enforcement! 
You too can show your support by getting your own yard sign! Schedule to pick up your sign by emailing Jessica@sapoa.org
Pick up times are limited to Wednesdays from 10am-4pm.    #BackSABlue #SAPOA
Signs are free but donations are appreciated.

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