Benefits Open Enrollment
- September 10 thru October 5
- Any change will take effect January 1, 2013
Click here to watch a video outlining the 2013 CalPERS Health Plans
BLUE SHIELD OF CALIFORNIA
https://www.blueshieldca.com/calpers
- Monthly premium rates will decrease for most coverage levels.
KAISER PERMANENTE
http://www.kp.org/calpers
- Monthly premium rates will decrease.
BLUE CROSS PERS CARE/CHOICE/SELECT
http://www.anthem.com/ca/calpers
- PERS CARE monthly premium rates will decrease
- PERS Choice monthly premium rates will increase
- PERS Select monthly premium will not change
2013 Health Plan Premium Rates
2013 Medical Plan Comparison Chart
2013 Dental Plan Comparison Chart
HCRA/DCRA Plans
- The Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement plans require re-enrollment every year, even if there is no change in the contribution amount.
- Current contributions will be discontinued on January 1, 2013. You must re-enroll during Open Enrollment to continue contributions.
- Maximum Contribution Change for HCRA Enrollees: The HCRA offers participants the ability to pay for eligible out-of-pocket medical expenses with pre-tax dollars. On June 28, 2012, the Supreme Court upheld the constitutionality of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. As a result, the Health Care Reimbursement Account (HCRA) maximum contribution amount for the plan year 2013 is $2,500 annually. This is a change and reduction from $5,000 for plan year 2012. The minimum monthly contribution for Health Care Reimbursement Account (HCRA) is $20 per month ($240 annually), up to a maximum contribution amount of $208.33 per month ($2,500 annually).
- You will have the option of using a Debit Card for your HCRA expenses. The “Benny Card” will automatically deducted eligible expenses from your HCRA account. For more information, please click on the following link: FSA Debit Card Option
Voluntary Benefits – The following voluntary benefits are offered through payroll
deductions:
Plan |
Vendor |
Website |
Customer Service |
| Auto and Home Insurance | California Casualty |
866-680-5142 |
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| Critical Illness Plan | Aflac |
800-433-3036 |
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| MetLaw Legal Plan | Hyatt Legal Plan, Inc. |
800-438-6388 |
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| Voluntary Accidental Death and Dismemberment | The Standard |
800-378-5745 |
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| Voluntary Life Insurance | The Standard |
800-378-5745 |
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| Voluntary Long Term Disability | The Standard |
800-378-5745 |
Additional information regarding these voluntary benefit plans and how to enroll can be
found on the CSU Systemwide Benefits Portal at: www.calstate.edu/hr/benefitsportal/ . Please note that all of the above voluntary benefit plans, with the exception of the MetLaw Legal plan, allow employees to enroll throughout the year.
- MetLaw Legal Plan - This is your annual opportunity to enroll in the MetLaw Legal Plan for a low monthly premium of $19.70. The MetLaw Legal Plan offered by Hyatt Legal Plans, Inc., provides representation for many personal legal services for employees and their eligible dependents. Employees that do not enroll in the plan during open enrollment, will not have another opportunity to enroll in the plan until next year’s open enrollment period.
- CalPERS On-Line Video for Open Enrollment
CalPERS is offering an on-demand video as an alternative to hosting onsite open enrollment health fairs. The video, “Presenting the 2013 CalPERS Health Plans,” will provide employees, retirees, and their dependents with information presented by expert representatives from each of the CalPERS health plans. The video will provide participants with 24/7 access, and the materials are available for download. CalPERS will post the pre-recorded video on its website, www.calpers.ca.gov, beginning early September 2012. To access, go to CalPERS “Online Services,” select “View Videos & Web Events,” select “Videos,” then “Health Benefits.” Please refer to CalPERS Circular Letter 600-022-12 for additional information. http://www.calpers.ca.gov/eip-docs/employer/cir-ltrs/2012/600-022-12.pdf
Forms
Benefits Information Worksheet
Dental Plan Enrollment Form
HCRA/DCRA Enrollment Form
HCRA/DCRA ASI Claim Form
FlexCash Enrollment Form
If you have any questions regarding Open Enrollment or Employee Benefits, please contact Human Resources at (310) 243-3771.
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