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11 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Kaiser Permanente

Over the last 50 years, Kaiser Permanente has created an unrivaled health care delivery system in Hawaii. Here is a list of important facts to help you understand Kaiser Permanente Hawaii in the 21st century.

  1. Kaiser Permanente Hawaii is ranked #1 in the state, according to U.S. News & World Report/National Committee on Quality Assurance (NCQA) 2009-1010 "America's Best Health Insurance Plans" rankings.
  2. You choose your own doctor.
  3. The Hawaii Permanente Medical Group has over 400 physicians covering every major medical specialty.  More than 93% doctors are board certified—one of the highest board certification rates in the state.
  4. At Kaiser Permanente, you don't just work with your doctor. You get the support of an entire health care team, creating a seamless care experience for you and your family.
  5. Kaiser Permanente medical offices are linked electronically, giving doctors and specialists immediate access to your medical records.
  6. KP members get FREE 24/7 access to their own secure, personal health information online at kp.org. Just log on to email your doctor, schedule an appointment, view most test results, and more.
  7. There are 17 Kaiser Permanente facilities on the islands of Oahu, Maui, and Hawaii and numerous contracted providers on Kauai, Lanai, and Molokai, so finding a location near you is easy.
  8. Most Kaiser Permanente facilities offer multiple health services under one roof, so you can take care of several health needs all in one stop.
  9. For medical emergencies, Kaiser Permanente covers emergency care from providers anywhere in the world.
  10. Rather than just treating illness, KP focuses on prevention by providing the tools, resources, and people necessary to help businesses keep their employees healthy and productive.
  11. Kaiser Permanente is the nation’s largest not-for-profit health plan, serving more than 8.6 million members.