Open Enrollment is from October 26th, 2011 to December 5th, 2011.

Please note: ALL employees currently enrolled in the health plan must complete a new Health Benefits enrollment form during the open enrollment time period, October 26, 2011 through December 5, 2011, regardless of the need to make any changes.


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Viewing this presentation, completing & submitting the accompanying quiz, is a requirement for Phase II of the Wellness Incentive Program!

Health Benefits Enrollment Guide

   FORMS

• Health Plan Enrollment Form
• Health Plan Declination Form
• Salary Redirection Agreement
• Flexible Spending Enrollment Form
  
• Calstar Enrollment Form
• Reach Enrollment Form

IMPORTANT NOTICE ABOUT TIME SENSITIVE NOTIFICATION OF HEALTH PLAN CHANGES

 What is a Qualifying Event?

Answer: A qualifying event is a special circumstance that allows you to make changes to your health care plan without waiting until the next plan year in January. Examples could be the birth of a child, loss of other health care benefits, enrolling in other health care benefits, divorce, marriage, legal adoption, or the death of a covered family member.

Are There Time Limits?

Answer: Yes, per the Mendocino County Summary Plan Description, pages 10-11, you only have a period of 31 days after the date of the qualifying event to complete the appropriate forms and provide verification to your Health Benefits Specialist to have the update to your benefits completed. The Summary Plan Description is available.

What if I Miss The Deadline?

Answer: If you miss the 31 day deadline to make changes, you will have to wait until Open Enrollment to make the changes. That means you could end up paying for benefits you no longer need or having to pay for your full medical expenses directly out of your pocket until the beginning of the next plan year in January.

Who Do I Talk To About Changes?

Answer: You will notify DeAnna Graham, Health Benefits Specialist at (707)463-4445 or email her. She will provide you with the appropriate forms for your update and answer any questions you may have regarding your changes.

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