Eligible Expenses
Health Care FSA eligible expenses include: medical, dental and vision.

Limited Purpose Health Care FSA eligible expenses include: medical (post-deductible only), dental and vision.

How to Submit Eligible Expenses for 2019 Claims
You will need to submit your 2019 FSA claims using one of the following methods:

• Mobile App: Use your mobile device camera to submit claims through TASC’s mobile app.
• TASC Online Account: Login to your TASC account to submit claims online.
• FSA Reimbursement Claim Form: Download a claim form and submit to TASC via fax or mail.

For efficient processing, include the appropriate IRS required supporting documentation with your claim(s) submission. TASC will contact participants directly when additional information is needed.

Review your TASC online account to see if you have claims that require documentation.

Health Care FSA Carry Over Reminders
Up to $500 of unused funds in a Health Care or Limited Purpose FSA will carry over into the following plan year (even if you do not enroll in the FSA for the following plan year). However, due to the administrator change effective January 1, 2020, you will not be able to access your carry over funds with the new administrator until May 1, 2020.

Note: The carry over provision does not apply to the Dependent Day Care Account.

FSA Administrator Change
Effective January 1, 2020, the FSA administrator changed from TASC to ConnectYourCare (CYC). Claims incurred January 1 – December 31, 2019 should be submitted to TASC by March 31st. Claims incurred in 2020 should be submitted to CYC. For more information on this change see the Flexible Spending Account – 2020 Vendor Change page.

For additional resources: UW System Employee Benefits website.

Source: UW System Human Resources

2020 Monthly Webinar Series
The FEI monthly webinar series is open for registration for eligible employees. Registration is required. Note: Employees must attend a webinar on their own time or consult with their supervisor for approval to attend.

Click here for webinar information and registration. Follow the individual links on each webinar for registration.  (Username is SOWI when signing into the FEI website.)

February 2020 Webinar: Understanding implicit bias and minimizing its impact

Time: Wednesday, February 19, 2020 – 11:00am to 12:00pm CST

Description: Implicit bias refers to unconscious attitudes and stereotypes that affect our thoughts, actions and decisions. This session will explore how implicit bias can creep into our work environments. We’ll also discuss how supervisors and managers can leverage this knowledge to reduce its negative impact on decisions, behavior and employee morale.

March 2020 Webinar: If change is inevitable, why are we determined to fight it?

Time: Wednesday, March 18, 2020 – 11:00am to 12:00pm CST

Description: Navigating life transitions can be difficult. But when you learn how to express your fears, you can put them in perspective. And when you plan for the inevitable, you can achieve peace of mind. Join us as we explore new ways to cope with change and discover how we choose to live each day is entirely up to us.

Source: UW System Human Resources

Eligibility

If you are currently enrolled in the ICI plan and have Standard ICI coverage, you may be eligible to enroll in Supplemental ICI coverage during the ICI Deferred Enrollment opportunity.

If you are not currently enrolled in the ICI plan, you may be eligible to enroll during the ICI Deferred Enrollment opportunity which is the only time during the year that you may enroll in the ICI plan without evidence of insurability.

For More Information
Read more about the ICI program or visit ALEX. To participate in the ICI Deferred Enrollment, submit an application to your human resources office by 4:30 p.m. on Monday, March 2, 2020. If you have questions, contact Human Resources at payrollandbenefits@uwgb.edu or (920) 465-2390.

Source: UW-Shared Services, Service Operations

As 2019 comes to an end, now is a great time to review your 2020 benefits! Use Self Service to review your Benefits Summary online:

1. Log into the My UW Portal.
2. Go to the ‘Benefit Information’ module.
3. Choose the ‘Summary’ tab and click ‘View Benefits Summary Detail’.
4. In the ‘As of Date’ field, enter 01/01/2020 and click ‘Refresh.’

The information below outlines benefit plan changes for 2020.

Health Insurance
Here are the changes to the State Group Health Insurance Program for 2020:

• Premiums will increase slightly.
• Annual deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums will not change; however, they will reset at the beginning of the new plan year, January 1, 2020.
• Primary Care Provider (PCP): Employees, spouses and dependents enrolled in the State Group Health Insurance Program for 2020 must select a primary care provider (PCP). For assistance designating a PCP or updating your PCP, contact your health plan directly.
• Newly Covered Services: Bariatric surgery and other weight loss services for participants with a body mass index of 35 or greater; also based on medical necessity.

Pharmacy Benefits (Navitus)
In 2020, vaccinations may be covered at retail pharmacies or at your doctor’s office. Find in-network pharmacies and formulary lists on the Navitus website, or contact Navitus directly with questions at 1-866-333-2757.

Well Wisconsin Program Incentive
Employees and spouses enrolled in the State Group Health Insurance Program are eligible for the Well Wisconsin Program Incentive. To receive the incentive for 2020, a health screening, health assessment and a Well-Being activity will need to be completed by October 9, 2020.

In addition, StayWell will be launching a new employee portal on January 6, 2020. In preparation for the new portal, the current portal will be unavailable starting December 20, 2019. To access the new employee portal, employees and spouses will need to create a new username and password.

Additional information will come directly from StayWell in early 2020.

Dental Insurance
Review the dental comparison chart for details on the annual maximums and the level of coverage for different services provided by each of the dental plans. Delta Dental will continue to administer all of the dental insurance plans.

Uniform and Preventive Dental Benefits: The Uniform Dental plan is available to employees enrolled in State Group Health Insurance. The Preventive Dental plan is available for employees not enrolled in State Group Health Insurance. Both plans provide preventive dental services. Additionally, coverage for periodontal maintenance will increase from 80% to 100% for both plans in 2020.

Reminder: Evidence Based Integrated Care allows you to access additional dental services (cleanings or topical fluoride treatments) for certain medical conditions. Some examples are cancer therapy, periodontal disease, diabetes, pregnancy, high-risk cardiac conditions, suppressed immune systems, kidney failure and/or dialysis. Contact Delta Dental directly for additional information if you are enrolled in dental insurance and any of these medical situations apply to you and/or your covered spouse/dependent(s).

Supplemental Dental Benefits (Select and Select Plus Plans): One of the main differences between the plans is the provider network. If you enrolled in the Select plan, you should confirm that your dentist is in the PPO network. If you enrolled in the Select Plus plan, you should confirm that your dentist is in the PPO or Premier network. Find a Delta Dental network dentist here.

Vision Insurance (VSP)
There are no changes to the vision insurance plan for 2020.

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
The annual maximum for the Health Care and Limited Purpose FSA’s for 2020 is $2,700 (slight increase). The annual maximum for the Dependent Care FSA for 2020 is $5,000 per household (no change).

Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
The HSA is a required component of the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP).

• HSA Annual Maximum Contribution: Increased to $3,550 for single coverage and $7,100 for family coverage.
• Catch-up Contribution: There is an additional $1,000 catch-up contribution amount maximum for employees that are or will attain age 55+ during the calendar year.
• Employer HSA Contributions: Will remain the same for 2020. $750 for employees enrolled in single coverage and $1,500 for employees enrolled in family coverage. Employees with less than half time rates will receive $375 if enrolled in single coverage and $750 if enrolled in family coverage. Crafts workers are not eligible for the employer HSA contribution.
• Employee Contributions: Contain a triple tax advantage by making contributions, distributions for qualifying expenses and investment earnings tax-free! Employee contributions may be made at any time.

Vendor Change: FSA and HSA
Effective January 1, 2020, the FSA and HSA administrator will change from TASC to ConnectYourCare (CYC). For information regarding this change, review the FSA and HSA – 2020 Vendor Change webpage.

Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
There are no changes to the AD&D plan for 2020. Reminder: An identity theft protection component is included (LifeStages Identity Management Services from CyberScout).

Accident Insurance
This is a new plan for 2020! This plan may provide cash payment to you in the event of an accident. Review the Accident Insurance page for additional information (including how to file claims shortly following an accident). This plan includes an accidental death & dismemberment component.

Source: UW System Human Resources

Health, Dental, Vision and Accident Insurance Premiums
State Group Health and Dental Insurance premiums are increasing slightly for 2020. Insurance premium deductions for 2020 will begin on the following paycheck dates:

• Biweekly paid employees: December 19, 2019
• Monthly paid employees: January 2, 2020

Reminder: Vision Insurance premiums are not changing for 2020.

Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) Contributions
If you enrolled in an FSA and/or HSA for 2020, your first contribution will be on your January 2, 2020 paycheck.

Individual & Family Life Insurance and UW Employees, Inc. Life Insurance Premiums
If you will be in a new premium age category as of January 1, 2020, your premium will change on the following paychecks:

• Biweekly: December 19, 2019
• Monthly: January 2, 2020

If you increased your coverage for the Individual & Family Life Insurance Plan during the Annual Increase Option period, your premium will also change on these paycheck dates.

Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance Premiums
If you enrolled, changed coverage levels or cancelled coverage during the Annual Benefits Enrollment, your premium will change on the following paychecks:

• Biweekly: December 19, 2019
• Monthly: January 2, 2020

Income Continuation Insurance (ICI) Premiums
The ICI premium will increase by 20%, effective February 1, 2020. Your premium will increase on the following paychecks:

• Biweekly: February 13, 2020
• Monthly: February 28, 2020

Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) Contributions: Employee and Employer
The WRS employee and employer contributions for 2020 will increase for most employees from 6.55% to 6.75%. This includes protective employees with Social Security. The increase will occur on the January 2, 2020 paycheck for all employees.

Source: UW System Human Resources