The Benefit Briefs newsletter highlights important Texas A&M University System benefit changes and information about your insurance and retirement plans. The Benefit Briefs archives are available if you need past information.
If you have any questions or concerns about the Benefits Brief newsletter, please contact System Benefits Administration at employeebenefits@tamus.edu or call (979) 458-6330.
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by efeagin | Mar 15, 2022 | Open Enrollment
Open Enrollment for FY22: July 1-31, 2022 Open Enrollment is right around the corner and it is a great time to review your benefits. How often did you go to the dentist this past year? Are you filling maintenance prescriptions that might be cheaper through mail order?...
by efeagin | Mar 11, 2022 | Benefits
When retired members turn 65 and enroll in Medicare Part A&B, they are moved from the A&M Care Plan to the 65 Plus Plan. Currently, these retirees are given an opportunity to opt out of this move and remain in the A&M Care Plan. This will change in the new...
by efeagin | Mar 11, 2022 | Billing and Premiums
The COVID-19 pandemic had a impact on the nation’s health sector both in 2020 and 2021. COVID-19 claims and treatment costs have increased from 2020 to 2021 plan years. COVID-19 claims paid accounted for 4.2% of medical costs in 2021 as compared to 2.5% in 2020...
by efeagin | Mar 10, 2022 | Benefits
OG Benefits advisors can help educate and guide members through Life Insurance options and claims. OG Benefits provides assistance with: Assist Texas A&M University System Employee’s and Retiree’s with questions on Hartford Life plans. Assist Texas...
by efeagin | Mar 10, 2022 | 2ndMd
Available to employees, retirees and their enrolled dependents on the A&M Care, 65 Plus and J plans, 2nd.MD offers medical second opinions and consultations with world-renowned specialists via video or phone conference. If you or a covered dependent are diagnosed...
by efeagin | Mar 10, 2022 | Life Insurance
Choosing the right amount of Optional Life insurance coverage is among the most important decisions you can make for your family. If they were to suddenly lose you they would also lose your paycheck. Life insurance can help provide income and financial support to your...
by efeagin | Mar 10, 2022 | Benefits
Your health plan includes support for you and your covered family members from nurses and other medical professionals called health advisors. This extra support is at no added cost to you. BCBSTX may call to help you: Get the care you need for serious illnesses and...
by mfulton | Dec 8, 2021 | Benefits, Medical
A COVID-19 vaccine clinic will be held in the breezeway of the Moore-Connally Building (MCB) (click here for directions) on Thursday, December 16th from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Anyone interested in receiving a primary (1st or 2nd) adult, or booster dose of the Moderna,...
by mfulton | Dec 6, 2021 | Benefits, Work/Life Solutions
Professional Counseling Online with ComPsych GuidanceResources ComPsych GuidanceResources is the A&M System’s employee assistance program. Services available for you and your dependents include counseling with a licensed therapist, legal advice and resources,...
by mfulton | Dec 6, 2021 | Benefits, Medical
Dependent Social Security Number Reminder As part of compliance with the Affordable Care Act (ACA), the A&M System Benefits Administration Office is required to request Social Security Numbers (SSNs) for covered dependents. This information will remain...
by mfulton | Dec 6, 2021 | Benefits, Dental
Searching for quality dental care in your area? DentalQual is a quality-of-care rating system on Delta Dental’s website. Scores are based on 5 measurement categories using treatment data: commitment to best practices treatment outcomes treatment recommendations...
by mfulton | Dec 6, 2021 | Benefits, Flexible Spending Accounts
What is Navia Mobile Pay? Are you interested in a more convenient way to pay for Flexible Spending Account expenses? Do you prefer to use contactless payments? With Navia Mobile Pay you can quickly and easily pay for eligible benefit account expenses, both in-store...
by mfulton | Dec 6, 2021 | Benefits, Dental, Medical, MyEvive, Vision
When you enroll in benefits for the first time, you should receive ID Cards for a Blue Cross and Blue Shield Medical plan, Express Scripts Prescription drug plan, Superior Vision plan, and Delta Dental plan. You are not required to carry the hard-copy of any of these...
by mfulton | Dec 6, 2021 | Retirement Programs
The A&M System has 6 retirement plan providers to choose from to further invest in your future. Each Benefit Briefs issue, we will feature a retirement vendor. This month’s feature is Pentegra. Pentegra has a variety of investment options on their TAMUS website...
by mfulton | Oct 5, 2021 | Benefits, Medical
Check your New Benefit Elections This is a good time to take a look in Workday and print your Benefits Summary for your records. Your annual deductibles restarted September 1 with the new plan year. Your October paycheck should be the first deduction of your newly...
by mfulton | Oct 5, 2021 | Benefits, Vision
Regular eye exams are important! An eye exam allows your eye care professional to get a sneak peek at the blood vessels at the back of your eye. This can help in the early detection of diseases like diabetes and hypertension. Your eye exam is one of the most important...
by mfulton | Oct 5, 2021 | Benefits, Retirement Programs
The A&M System has 6 retirement plan providers to choose from to further invest in your future. Each Benefit Briefs issue will feature a retirement vendor. This month’s feature is AIG Retirement Services. AIG Retirement Services has a variety of investment options...
by mfulton | Oct 5, 2021 | Benefits, Medical, MyEvive
It’s flu season! Now is the time to think about getting a flu shot. Some campuses and agencies are hosting on-site flu clinics. It may even count as an eligible item on your MyEvive Two-Step Program Personalized Checklist to receive the lowest premium on your health...
by mfulton | Oct 5, 2021 | Benefits
Learn to Live launched July 1 for the AHP Student Insurance plan. Learn to Live is a digital behavioral health support tool. It also includes confidential online resources to help you manage your mental well-being and successfully confront life’s challenges. You can...
by mfulton | Oct 5, 2021 | Benefits, Flexible Spending Accounts
Upon enrolling for the first time in a flexible spending account, you will receive a greeting email from Navia, the FSA vendor, at the email address in your Workday profile. It will include instructions on how to access the Navia Benefit Solutions website at...