WELLNESS AND BENEFIT UPDATE
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                       Healthy & Maine Wellness Newsletter    Open Enrollment Special Edition
  But Once a Year...
Open Enrollment is the time of year for benefits-eligible University of Maine System employees to review their options, make their choices, and select plans that make the most sense for them and their family. The benefits provided are a significant part of your total compensation package, so we encourage you to take the time to review the material contained in this special edition and in your Open Enrollment packet mailed to your home.
Highlights of Your 2017 Open Enrollment Guide
Key Points to Keep in Mind Moving Forward
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Your 2017 Open Enrollment
Whether you are an individual who always reads the fine print or visits it only when necessary, here are some tips for making the most of your Open Enrollment packet.
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Your Unit, Your Plan!
Benefits can vary depending upon the collective bargaining unit, (CBU) to which you belong  if  you belong to one. Here's how to keep that in mind for Open Enrollment. 
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What's New for 2018?
Who should consider Open Enrollment's HSA information? What should you keep in mind if you are one of those considering that option?
 
Making changes to your benefits for 2018? Knowing your way around MaineStreet is an important part of making those adjustments! 
EyeMed and Cigna Dental provide outstanding employee protection. Do you know as much as you should about these benefit options?
When considering benefits, look for Telehealth in 2018 instead of MDLive. The good news is if you were registered before, you are all set!   
Bet you didn't think you had to keep Wellness in mind during Open Enrollment? Not a bad idea...
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wellness.maine.edu 
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Your Open Enrollment Checklist
There's so much to keep in mind during Open Enrollment. Do you have a need to re-evaluate your coverages? Has there been a life change or event to factor into your decisions? Here are some handy reminders of some things to remember to ensure you make the most of this once-a-year opportunity to update your benefits portfolio. 
Upcoming Deadlines
Dates You Should Keep in Mind During Open Enrollment
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Open Enrollment
Open Enrollment begins on November 1 and all changes or adjustments are due no later than midnight on November 19. It's not too soon to begin thinking about the health benefit decisions you would like to make for 2018!
 
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Open Enrollment On Campus
Would you like to learn more about
Open Enrollment in-person? Tony
Richard, Director of Benefits and Wellness will be visiting each campus. To learn more about your opportunity to connect, visit the On-Campus Open Enrollment Seminar Schedule.
 
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Still Time for Level Two
The deadline for completing the Level Two Wellness incentive and earning a cash premium is November 30, 2017. There's still time. For more information, please visit your 2017 Wellness Guide.
 
Whether you depend upon your Open Enrollment Notice received at home, attend an Open Enrollment Workshop on one of our seven campuses or take advantage of the tips in this Special Edition of Healthy & Maine, your comfort and confidence in completing this important process remain uppermost in our minds. 

Remember, your Employee Benefits Center is a valuable resource should you encounter any difficulty or need clarification. The EBC is available Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. at:

benefits@maine.edu
1-866-269-9635
Sincerely,

Your Benefits and Wellness Team
University of Maine System

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