Enrollment in Geisinger's Text U 4 Better Health messaging program just got easier

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DANVILLE, PA -- Geisinger patients can take better control of their health with the system’s new MyGeisinger.org enrollment option for the Text U 4 Better Health messaging program. The program allows patients to sign up to receive text messages for appointment reminders, weight management tips and diabetes care.

With the text message appointment reminders, patients can confirm, cancel or reschedule their appointments. In addition, those interested in weight management assistance can opt in for tips and tools from Geisinger’s Center for Nutrition and Weight Management. The tool also helps diabetic patients who can sign up to receive motivational and informative messages developed by Geisinger’s Certified Diabetes Educators about managing blood glucose, diet and exercise.

“The Text U 4 Better Health program is used by over 300,000 Geisinger patients to help them stay connected, motivated and on track to a healthier lifestyle,” says Chanin Wendling, director of Geisinger in Motion. “We are excited to offer an easier way to enroll in this program.”

To enroll in one of the text message programs, login to https://mygeisinger.geisinger.org, click on the Medical Record tab at the top of the screen, select “Text Messaging Programs” under Medical Tools and click the pencil icon next to the desired program.

“Enrollment is easy,” says Wendling, “and, once enrolled, Geisinger patients gain access to additional features such as test results and their provider’s notes to better manage their health.”

After enrolling, a green check mark will appear next to the program to indicate successful enrollment. Patients can edit their information at any time.

“Leveraging consumer technology to help patients more easily manager their health is a priority for Geisinger Health System. Options coming soon include medication reminders and clinic closure messages,” says Wendling.

For information, login to https://mygeisinger.geisinger.org 

About Geisinger
Geisinger is among the nation’s leading providers of value-based care, serving 1.2 million people in urban and rural communities across Pennsylvania. Founded in 1915 by philanthropist Abigail Geisinger, the non-profit system generates $10 billion in annual revenues across 134 care sites - including 10 hospital campuses, and Geisinger Health Plan, with 600,000 members in commercial and government plans. The Geisinger College of Health Sciences educates more than 5,000 medical professionals annually and conducts more than 1,400 clinical research studies. With 26,000 employees, including 1,600 employed physicians, Geisinger is among Pennsylvania’s largest employers with an estimated economic impact of $14 billion to the state’s economy. On March 31, 2024, Geisinger became the first member of Risant Health, a new nonprofit charitable organization created to expand and accelerate value-based care across the country.  Learn more at geisinger.org or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and X.