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Skip the search: How Oswell helps you navigate your health in seconds
Oswell, your 24/7 AI assistant in the Oscar app, provides quick, clear health answers.
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We’ve all been there: It’s 10:00 PM, you have a nagging health question, and you’re faced with two bad options. You can call your doctor or you can spiral down a Google rabbit hole that ends with a self-diagnosis of something terrifying.
You don't need to be an AI expert to get the most out of Oswell. While Oswell's capabilities are vast, it’s at its best when it's solving a specific healthcare headache for you. That’s why we looked at how our members are already using the tool and found three distinct ways it’s making their lives easier.
So whether you're managing a chronic condition like diabetes, decoding a toddler’s mystery rash at 2:00 AM, or trying to understand a confusing bill, here is how to put Oswell to work for you.
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Decode your bills
Insurance paperwork is notoriously difficult to read. For many members, one of their favorite ways to use Oswell is as a translator. It values the neutrality of the data and gives you a straight answer. So if you get an Explanation of Benefits (EOB) or a bill that looks like it’s written in code, don’t ignore it. Ask Oswell.
Try This: Copy a confusing line from your bill and ask:
“Oswell, what does 'coinsurance' mean for this specific specialist visit?”
The Result: You get a plain-language explanation of your costs, specific to your plan’s accumulator, without the 20-minute hold music.
Get (judgement-free) answers
Let’s be honest: some health questions feel a little "embarrassing" to ask a human professional. That’s why many members are more comfortable asking "basic" clinical questions to Oswell. Whether it’s digestive issues or a twitch in your eye, Oswell offers a safe, private space to get initial guidance.
Try This: "Oswell, I’m NOT having an emergency, but why does my eye twitch when I drink coffee?"
The Result: You get immediate context and home-care tips.
The medication "Safe Check"
If you are managing a chronic condition, you know that medication interactions are no joke. Many of our members use Oswell most often for prescription management. (Gin goes great with tonic, but it might not play nice with your new blood pressure prescription.)
Try This:"Oswell, is it safe to have a glass of wine while taking [Medication Name]?" or "Can I take Ibuprofen with my current prescription?"
The Result: Instant clarity on how your lifestyle and your medicine cabinet work together.
Say hi to your new health AI agent
Oswell isn’t here to replace your doctor; it’s here to be the proactive coordinator who’s always awake and always ready to help. It knows your Oscar plan, is learning to remember your history, and is built to solve your healthcare headaches in 60 seconds or less.
Ready to solve your next health headache? Log-in to your Oscar account, look for the Oswell icon, and ask your first question today.
Disclaimer:
Oswell provides general health and benefits information only. It is not a doctor and does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The chatbot’s answers may be inaccurate or incomplete, and are not reviewed by a clinician. In an emergency, call 911. See our Terms of Service for more details.
