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Insurance open enrollment continues through May 27

The FY2012 Open Enrollment Information page includes the following changes to our health insurance starting July 1, 2011. Please review the brochure for detailed information:

Premium Rates for FY2012
New EAP Vendor
New eligible dependents maximum age
Lifetime maximum rules change
Change in pre-existing conditions waiting period for minors

SPECIAL NOTE TO SUPERVISORS: There will no longer be a 90 day waiting period for new employees who are eligible for benefits. The new rule will start for anyone hired on July 1, 2011 or later.

Open Enrollment is May 11 through May 27 this year. During Open Enrollment, you will be able to:

Change from one plan to another
Add dependents to dental coverage
Change the Premium Only Plan designation (Pre or Post Tax)
Enroll or Re-enroll in Flexible Spending (FSA)

All open enrollment changes must be done on-line through Employee Self Service on the State Controller’s Office website. The Controller’s Office has provided a "help" button to assist you if needed.

If you are unsure what coverage level you are paying for or what your current Flexible Spending amount is, please refer to your paystub.

For additional information on your medical and dental coverage, you may log into your member information on the Blue Cross website or call Blue Cross at 331-8897 or (866) 804-2253.

Information on your current Flexible Spending account can be obtained through the SHDR website, using your login. Or you can call (800) 768-4873 or (800) 930-2441

This information also is posted on the ITD Intranet Benefits Page.

Please contact Human Resource Services or your district personnel contact for any additional assistance.