Did you know??

 

 

• To look up network eye care providers go to: https://www.eyemedvisioncare.com/locator/locator.emvc?execution=e2s1 and select INSIGHT network
• Freedom Pass – When you shop at Sears Optical or Target Optical, you can get frames – even top fashion brands – for $0 out-of-pocket through the Freedom Pass program.
• The vision plan allows for one free exam every 12 months with an in-network provider at no charge to you.
• How often can I get new glasses or contact lenses? 

o   The vision plan allows lenses once every 12 months (please see the attached highlight sheet for copay amounts for different types of lenses);

OR

o   Contact lenses once every 12 months; there is an allowance up to $130, and 15% off balance over $130.

o   The vision plan allows frames once every 12 months; there is an allowance up to $130, and 20% off balance over $130.

• LASIK – you can save up to 15% off the retail price – for providers contact 1-877-5LASER6.
• Please see attached for more highlights of our plan. You can also find the highlights about this benefit or other benefits, in the Employee Portal.  Once you have logged in, go to: BenefitsàHelpful Benefit Documents

 

If you have questions, please contact the Benefits team at benefits2@psd202.org.

 

Open Enrollment is October 22^nd through November 2^nd

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Did you know??

 

• Our FSA vendor is Employee Benefits Corporation (EBC)

o   www.ebcflex.com

o   1-800-346-2126

• What is a Flexible Spending Account (FSA)? A flexible spending account is a way to set aside pre-tax money from your paycheck to help pay for certain medical, dental, vision, and daycare/babysitting expenses.
• What types of FSAs are available?

o   Medical Flexible Spending accounts (FSA) – a standard health FSA is used to pay eligible medical, dental and vision expenses.

o   Limited Health FSA – a limited health FSA is for employees enrolled in the PPO HDHP plan only and want to use pre-tax money to pay for eligible dental and vision expenses only.

o   Dependent Care FSA – a dependent care FSA is used to pay for daycare or babysitting for your dependent children under 13 years of age.

• What if I do not use all the funds during the plan year?

o   For the Medical FSA and Limited Health FSA you can rollover up to $500 each year of unused funds.

o   For the Dependent Care FSA, no rollover is allowed.

o   Any unused funds in Dependent Care FSA, or any amount over $500 in the Medical FSA or Limited Health FSA would be forfeited if not used.

• Examples of common expenses are: medical copays, prescriptions, glasses, contact lenses.  Please see attached for a more complete list of eligible expenses.
• How much can I elect?

o   Standard Health FSA – a maximum of $2650 per year

o   Limited Health FSA – a maximum of $2000 per year

o   Dependent Care FSA – a maximum of $5000 per year

• How do I pay for eligible expenses using FSA funds?

o   You can pay for eligible expenses using the debit card for the standard and limited health FSA accounts.  If you prefer, you can submit claims online. 

o   For Dependent Care FSA, you will submit claims online.

• Do I need to keep my receipts? Yes, you should keep your receipts.  For certain expenses, especially dental and vision you will be required to submit detailed receipts to our FSA vendor to substantiate the purchase.  If you do not submit receipts when requested, your debit card can be put on hold until documentation is received.  You will also need receipts for daycare/babysitting for Dependent Care FSA claims.
• Is there a deadline to submit claims for each year?

o   For each calendar year, you have a runout period to submit claims, or March 31^stof the next year.

 

If you have any questions, please contact us at benefits2@psd202.org.

 

 

 

Open Enrollment is October 22^nd through November 2^nd

The following PASS Members attending the One Conference are:

• Juanita Samms (BMLC)
• Nancy Lares (BMLC)
• Jennifer Peil (BMLC)
• JoAnne Clemans (Academy)
• Bill Favero (OMT/PCHS)
• Maria Yepez (BMLC)

Left to right are: Juanita, Joanne, Nancy, Bill, Jennifer and Maria

Thanks for attending!!

Did you know??

·        Beginning January 1, 2019, Delta Dental will be our new Dental Carrier

·        We still have 2 Dental plans – DHMO (DeltaCare) and DPPO

·        As with our current DHMO – if you wish to participate, your care is facilitated by the DHMO dentist that you choose at open enrollment

·        DPPO has three levels – PPO Network, Premier Network and Out-of-Network – the greatest savings will be with a PPO Network provider

·        You will be receiving an informational kit at your building soon regarding Delta Dental (attached is an electronic copy)

·        How do I find a dentist?

o   You can search for PPO or Premier Network Dentists at https://www.deltadentalil.com/find-a-provider/dental/

o   In the Delta Dental booklet you will be receiving, you will find the most up to date list of DeltaCare DHMO dentists (please use this list)

Questions? Email benefits2@psd202.org.

 

 

Open Enrollment is October 22^nd through November 2^nd