An Open Enrollment meeting is being held today in UU Chesapeake I, Room 302, noon to 1 p.m. Please attend the meeting to learn about the 2016 Wellness Program requirements and ask any questions you may have about the open enrollment process. Close of business November 16 is the last day to make changes to […]
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Benefits Bulletin: 2015 Open Enrollment – A few more FAQ
To help guide you through open enrollment, listed below are a few frequently asked questions. For a complete list of questions, click on the link at the bottom of the page. Q. If I want to make changes during open enrollment OR I am enrolling for the first time, what steps do I follow? A. […]
Benefits Bulletin: 2015 Open Enrollment – Decision Tree for Contingent Faculty and Staff
Not sure if you need to take action during open enrollment this year? Consult the decision tree below to help you navigate the process. As a reminder, contingent faculty and staff who are currently enrolled in health benefits or enrolling for the first time will use the contingent enrollment form during open enrollment.
Benefits Bulletin – 2015 Open Enrollment – More FAQ
To help guide you through open enrollment, listed below are a few frequently asked questions. For a complete list of questions, click on the link at the bottom of the page. Q: Do I have to re-enroll in flexible spending accounts this year? A: Yes; flexible spending accounts do not carry over from year to […]
Benefits Bulletin: Weekly Wellness News – Why you should Smile, Even if you have to Fake it
You spilled your coffee, traffic was a nightmare, and you didn’t sleep well last night–you have every reason to frown! However, a smile can change your interactions with others. A new study finds that when you smile, brain-activity changes make you see other people as happier. This in turn will have others see you in […]
Benefits Bulletin: 2015 Open Enrollment FAQ
To help guide you through open enrollment, listed below are a few frequently asked questions. For a complete list of questions, click on the link at the bottom of the page. Q: What is open enrollment? A: Open enrollment is the time of year when eligible faculty and staff can enroll in or make changes to […]
Benefits Bulletin: 2015 Open Enrollment – Decision Tree for Regular Faculty and Staff
Not sure if you need to take action during open enrollment this year? Consult the decision tree below to help you navigate the process. As a reminder, regular faculty and staff who are currently enrolled in health benefits will use the Interactive Voice Response (IVR) to make changes to benefits during open enrollment. Regular faculty […]
Benefits Bulletin: Fall 2015 Open Enrollment Begins on Thursday!
Open enrollment is the time of year when eligible faculty and staff can enroll in or make changes to health benefits without having a qualifying event, such as marriage or birth, and enroll in flexible spending accounts. If you missed your opportunity to elect or change benefits, open enrollment is the time for you! Changes […]
Benefits Bulletin: Reminder – October 9 – TU’s Benefits Fair – 2015 Open Enrollment
To kick off the health benefits open enrollment, TU’s annual benefits fair will be held tomorrow, October 9, 10:30 am – 2 pm in the Chesapeake Rooms of the UU. Additional Open Enrollment Resources Visit www.towson.edu/openenrollment Visit www.dbm.maryland.gov/benefits Open Enrollment Meetings will be held from noon to 1 pm in Chesapeake UU, Room 302 on […]
Benefits Bulletin: Premium Holiday for Health Benefit Deductions
If you are regular faculty and staff, the paycheck you receive on October 7 represents a “premium holiday,” and you will not have payroll deductions for any of your State of Maryland health benefits – medical, prescription, dental, term life, AD&D, long-term care, and flexible spending accounts. If you are enrolled in the UNUM life […]
Benefits Bulletin: Weekly Wellness News – It’s Time for a Flu Vaccination!
Why should people get vaccinated against the flu? The flu is a serious disease that can lead to hospitalization and sometimes even death. Every flu season is different and the flu can affect people differently. Remember, even healthy people can get very sick from the flu and spread it to others. During some flu seasons, […]
Benefits Bulletin: October 9 – TU’s Benefits Fair – 2015 Open Enrollment
To kick off the health benefits open enrollment, TU’s annual benefits fair will be held on Friday, October 9, 10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. in the Chesapeake Rooms of the UU. Just announced! – Representatives from the state of Maryland-Employee Benefits Division will attend our fair! CareFirst, Kaiser Permanente, and United Health Care will conduct […]
Benefits Bulletin: 2015 Open Enrollment Packets Mailed this Week
Regular and Contingent Faculty and Staff who have an active benefits record in the state of Maryland benefits administration system (BAS) as of August 28, 2015 will receive an open enrollment packet. All packets will be sent via U.S. mail to the address of record in BAS. Regular Faculty and Staff The Open Enrollment packet […]
Benefits Bulletin: DHMH Calls are not Related to State of Maryland Wellness Plan
The state of Maryland Employee Benefits Division notified all agencies that some state employees have received calls from the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene; they are conducting a phone survey named Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System. The number that may appear on caller ID is 410-767-6774. The questions asked are similar to those questions […]
Benefits Bulletin: Weekly Wellness News – Managing Stress
Stress is a natural part of life. In small doses, it’s a good thing, as it energizes and motivates us to deal with challenges. However, prolonged and excessive stress is a bad thing and negatively impacts both our psychological and physical health. Here are healthy ways we can manage stress: Eat a healthy diet! Too […]
Benefits Bulletin: October 9 – TU’s Annual Benefits Fair – 2015 Open Enrollment
To kick off the health benefits open enrollment, TU’s annual benefits fair will be held on Friday, October 9, 10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. in the Chesapeake Rooms of the UU. Here are just a few reasons you’ll want to visit the benefits fair: You will have the opportunity to speak with representatives from CareFirst, […]
Benefits Bulletin: Weekly Wellness News
As you know, the 2015 Wellness Plan healthy activities deadline has been extended to 12/31/15! Participants now have an additional 90 days to complete the activities for 2015: Select a primary care physician (PCP) Complete the health risk assessment (HRA) Review the results of the HRA with your PCP Return the signed physician form to your […]
Benefits Bulletin: Fast Facts about Open Enrollment
Open enrollment is the time of year when eligible faculty and staff can enroll in or make changes to health benefits without having a qualifying event, such as marriage or birth, and enroll in flexible spending accounts. If you missed your opportunity to elect or change benefits, open enrollment is the time for you! The […]
Benefits Bulletin: Open Enrollment – Will my Current Benefits Rollover to 2016?
If you are currently enrolled in health benefits, your 2015 benefits will rollover to 2016. You do not have to take action unless you want to change benefits, dependents, or enroll in a flexible spending account in 2016. If you wish to make changes to 2016 benefits, the steps to follow will differ based on […]
Benefits Bulletin: The 2015 Wellness Plan healthy activities deadline has been extended to 12/31/15!
Participants now have an additional 90 days to complete the activities for 2015: Select a primary care physician (PCP) Complete the health risk assessment (HRA) Review the results of the HRA with your PCP Return the signed physician form to your medical plan Once the activities are completed, PCP copays will be waived through 12/31/15 and you avoid […]
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