DMV Picnic and Golf Tournament

Mark your calendars for a day of sunshine, laughter, and friendly competition! This year’s NuAxis DMV Summer Picnic will be held at Algonkian Regional Park – Shelter 4 in Sterling, VA on August 30th 2025.

The day will begin bright and early at 7:00 AM with the 1st Annual NuAxis Open at the Algonkian Golf Course, so grab your clubs and bring your A-game. ( One slot still open, Please email madison.popish@nuaxis.com if interested)

From 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, join us for our picnic filled with fun for everyone. Compete in the Yard Games Olympics for a chance to win prizes, enjoy delicious Mediterranean food from Mezeh, and get a keepsake caricature drawn between 12:00 and 2:00 PM. Try your luck in the gift raffle, and explore the park’s many family-friendly attractions, including trails, mini golf, and a waterpark!

This is the perfect opportunity to connect with coworkers, relax in the great outdoors, and make lasting memories. We hope to see you there!

Healthy Merits and HealthJoy Registration

If you do not register with BOTH portals by August 31st, 2025, you will be moved from an ENGAGED employee to a NON-ENGAGED employee and will be seeing an INCREASE of $50 per month for your medical benefit deduction starting October 10^th 2025.

As part of our commitment to promoting a healthy lifestyle and controlling healthcare costs, we are now requiring all employees enrolled in a NuAxis Medical plan to actively engage in our wellness program. In the coming months, you will be required to do additional wellness activities to maintain the discounted benefits rates. These rates are designed to reward proactive engagement in health and wellness, offering significant savings compared to the standard benefits rates. If you are not yet registered on both the portals, your deadline to do so is August 31^st, 2025. After this deadline you will be moved to the standard rate which will be $50 more per month starting from the first paycheck in October.

Health Joy App Registration

Health Joys is the first stop for all your healthcare needs! It is provided free of cost to provide you with 24/7 access to FREE telemedicine, healthcare concierge services, in-network provider recommendations, appointment booking, find extra savings on bills and much more! For the upcoming plan year, NuAxis is offering an enhanced version of HealthJoy with many new features including Teledoc General Medicine and Behavioral health, virtual primary care, virtual exercise therapy to address back and joint pain and Chronic Care Management!

Download the app using the QR code and register to see the amazing tools they offer! They are also available on 877-500-3212.

Healthy Merits Registration - Earn up to $200 from the Rewards Mall!

To get started with your Healthy Merits Wellness Program, you must first register for your new Healthy Merits wellness website. Register using the information exactly as it appears on your Meritain Health medical ID Card. If you have a middle name or initial on the ID card, enter that on the first name box. Your unique ID is your Member ID.

Once all your information has been entered, click on register. You will then receive an activation link in your email - please ensure to activate your account using that link.

 Prohibition on Use of Federal Data for AI/ML Model Training

This announcement serves as an urgent directive for all NuAxis employees working on government sites and with government data.

This announcement serves as an urgent directive for all NuAxis employees working on government sites and with government data.

In line with our commitment to data security and contractual compliance, all NuAxis employees are strictly prohibited from using federal data or accessing federal data to train any Artificial Intelligence (AI) or Machine Learning (ML) models. This includes, but is not limited to, both internal and commercial AI tools.

This policy is a direct result of the evolving regulatory landscape concerning AI and government data. The federal government is implementing stringent new guidelines and regulations to protect its sensitive information. As a trusted partner, it is our responsibility to uphold these standards without exception.

What this means for you:

• No federal data is to be used for AI/ML training. This applies to all forms of data, whether it is classified, unclassified, CUI (Controlled Unclassified Information), or PII (Personally Identifiable Information).
• Do not input any federal data into commercial or open-source AI tools. This includes large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT, Google Gemini, or any similar services. These tools may use the data you input to train their models, which is a direct violation of this policy.
• Do not use any federal data to train AI/ML models & tools developed internally by NuAxis or any other entity, unless explicitly authorized and approved by the government client and NuAxis leadership for a specific, contract-approved purpose.
• Maintain awareness of the data you are handling. If you are unsure whether data is considered "government data," please assume that it is and adhere to this policy.

This policy is a critical component of our commitment to safeguarding government data and complying with the applicable regulations, federal laws and policies. Violations could result in:

• Immediate termination of your employment.
• Legal action and criminal penalties.

We understand that AI and ML are powerful tools, and we are actively working on compliant and secure ways to leverage these technologies. We will provide further guidance and training on our approved AI initiatives when available.

Please review the entire policy in the Employee Handbook on MyNuAxis

Company Approved Training Policy

We believe that when our employees grow, we all succeed. That’s why we offer a range of education and training benefits to help you build your skills and advance your career.

Company-Approved Training

From project-specific certifications to internal learning programs, required training is fully covered, up to two attempts. Stay sharp, and stay compliant!

Online Learning Reimbursement

Want to take a course on Coursera or EdX? You can get reimbursed up to $250 per year for approved job-related courses, just finish the course and show your certificate. It’s learning, your way.

Formal Education Assistance

Planning to go back to school? Eligible full-time employees (after 1 year) can receive up to $3,500 per year for degree-related coursework, prep exams, and academic fees. Just maintain good grades and good standing!

How to Apply

All training and education requests must go through your manager and HR using the approved request form. Be sure to get approval before enrolling, and keep documentation for reimbursement.

Let’s keep learning, growing, and moving forward, together.

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Coming Full Circle

Strength and flexibility in your shoulders are key to everyday movements, whether it’s overhead lifting, carrying heavy items, or enjoying sports like tennis or golf. Yet, this vital area often gets overlooked until shoulder issues arise. Enter “halos,” a simple yet powerful exercise that enhances shoulder mobility, strengthens upper-back muscles (like deltoids, trapezius, and rhomboids), and engages your core and forearms, all in one fluid motion. Halos also help improve thoracic spine mobility, which is essential for maintaining upright posture and preventing stiffness. Start gently, with a 5–10 lb weight, and ease into a set of five rotations per direction, progressing over time.



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Sleep Answers from Sleep Expert Charlene Gamaldo

Struggling to sleep through the week and catch up on weekends? Johns Hopkins sleep expert Dr. Charlene Gamaldo offers simple, science-backed advice to help restore healthier sleep habits: stick to consistent bedtimes and wake times, build in a 30–60 minute wind-down routine, avoid late-day caffeine (after noon) and alcohol, and time your exercise wisely (finish workouts at least 3–4 hours before bedtime). If restful nights remain elusive, consider consulting a sleep specialist and knowing when to seek help

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Blackberry, Balsamic, and Brie Grilled Cheese

Elevate your midday classic with a delightfully elegant twist; creamy, melty double-cream Brie nestled between crisp sourdough, layered with homemade blackberry-balsamic jam and a whisper of fresh thyme. Grilled to golden perfection, this sweet-savory sandwich delivers an irresistible flavor adventure that’s as comforting as it is sophisticated. 

Submit Kudos

We receive commendations from our customers and our managers about the great work you do. These commendations like all other forms of feedback are a gift, and we want to hear even more about the great work you all do every day.

NuKudos is an app which will enable all NuAxis team members to submit a kudo/ shout out/commendation for their peers when they want to recognize them for doing something above and beyond.