As we begin to share, in the anticipation of, and exposure to, our new name and brand promise — what better time to reflect, and be thankful for, the many rewards the health system offers us.
2016 Benefit Offerings
Open Enrollment for your 2016 benefits package begins Monday, November 30, and runs through Friday, December 11. Other than a Qualifying Life Event (QLE)*, this is your annual opportunity to enroll, waive, or change your health and welfare plans, and Flexible Spending Account(s).
New Medical Plan Choice in 2016
You now have a new plan option for your 2016 medical care coverage. In addition to the Value and Buy-Up medical plans through United Healthcare, you can also choose to enroll in the 2016 CareConnect North Shore-LIJ Employee plan.
Who Should Consider the CareConnect plan?
Due to their expanded network base - those employees who live in Brooklyn, the Bronx, Manhattan, and Westchester should consider CareConnect
Due to their excellent customer service reputation - those employees who already visit in-system providers might want to consider the option for walk-in appointments and "one-stop shopping" when inquiring and scheduling medical appointments
Due to their low rates - yes their rates are 10% lower than the NSLIJ Value Plan
Keep in mind: Although CareConnect's plan gives you access to over 20,000+ in-system providers, it does not cover out-of-network providers and facilities.
Example: You decide you want that knee replacement at Hospital for Special Surgery ... it will not be covered through CareConnect's Plan.
The Value and Buy-Up plan will cover the surgery, but you will pay a deductible and coinsurance.
The CareConnect plan is administered by CareConnect Administrative Services, which is owned by North Shore-LIJ. For more information about the new CareConnect North Shore-LIJ Employee Plan, email: info@nslijcc.com
The Value and Buy-Up plan will cover the surgery, but you will pay a deductible and coinsurance.
The CareConnect plan is administered by CareConnect Administrative Services, which is owned by North Shore-LIJ. For more information about the new CareConnect North Shore-LIJ Employee Plan, email: info@nslijcc.com
All three medical plans participate in the Annual Wellness Pledge Program. So whichever plan you choose for 2016, you will have the ability to lower the cost of your benefit, by $1,040, if you participate in four healthy actions.
New Wellness Plan for All Employees
All employees now have the opportunity to participate in a system-wide, online wellness program, called myWellness. To register for this reward-based program, click here.
Follow the Blog During Open Enrollment!
Add your work email to the tab at the top of the screen, and you will automatically receive alerts regarding your benefit choices in 2016.
Take control of your benefit choices — it's all about the Power of YOU in 2016!
*A Qualifying Life Event refers to a change in your dependent or self status, due to a recent marriage, divorce, birth/adoption of a child, or your spouse's employment.
3 comments:
You state that the rates for care connect are 10% lower but you don't indicate what any of the rates are. This is not helpful.
You make a great point! The rates are being finalized as I reply. You will be able to view them on the employee intranet>myHR>Total Rewards>Benefits before November 3. In general, the rates (your contribution) for the Value and Buy-Up Plans did not increase for the majority of our employees (executives and physicians will see a slight increase).
Thank you for your interest, and keep checking your emails, as communications will begin to ramp up before, and during Open Enrollment.
The rates can be found on the intranet. Go to myHR-Total Rewards-Benefits. Under the useful links are documents pertaining to Benefits Enrollment. There you will find the 2016 rates. The Guide is just being finalized and will be post next week. Thank you for the interest you have shown in your benefits package.
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