Benefit Decision Guide 2020-2021 - School District of Amery

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2020-2021
              Benefit Decision Guide

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CONTACT INFORMATION
 Keep this sheet handy so you always have the right number to get the quickest answer
 to your benefit related questions.
  I need to…find a provider, understand how a procedure is covered, ask a question about an
  Explanation of Benefits (EOB), talk to someone about my health.

  Medical and Dental
   HealthPartners                                Member Service: 800-883-2177                    healthpartners.com
                                                 Careline Nurse: 800-551-0859
                                                 Nurse Navigator: 800-883-2177
                                                 Babyline Service: 800-845-9297
                                                 Behavioral Health: 888-638-8787
                                                 Health & Wellbeing: 952-883-7800

  Vision
   Delta Vision                                              866-723-0513                      eyemedvisioncare.com

  STD and LTD
   National Insurance Services (NIS)                     800-627-3660 x1224                        nisbenefits.com

   Life, Critical Illness and Accident
   Unum                                                      800--275-8686                           unum.com
  Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
   Educators Benefit Consultants, LLC                        888-507-6053                         ebcsolutions.com

   Health Savings Account (HSA)
   WESTconsin Credit Union                                   800-924-0022                         westconsincu.org

  Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
   National Insurance Services (NIS)                         800-600-1600                          niseap.com
                                                                                              Password: NISenhanced
  I need to…know how much my District contributes to my premiums, understand a benefit or HR policy at work.

  Director of Personnel
                                                          715-268-9771 x278                 sikkinkt@amerysd.k12.wi.us
  Twila Sikkink
  I need...help understanding what the benefits are and why I might choose them.
   Alicia Schwartz                                           715-246-8067                    aschwartz@jacounter.com

  I need...help with a bill I received or help working through a claim issue the carrier couldn’t resolve.
   Benefit Advocates                                         715-246-3811                    advocate@jacounter.com

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YOUR ENROLLMENT OPPORTUNITY IS NOW!
 Mark your calendar - this is your chance to enroll in or make changes to your
 benefits for the 2020-21 plan year.

 OPEN ENROLLMENT
 Each year you have an opportunity to make or change your benefit elections. Your Open Enrollment period
 is Wednesday, April 29th - Friday, May 8th, 2020. It is important to complete your elections during
 this time period.

 NEW HIRES
 Welcome! This guide will help you through the benefit enrollment process. You are eligible for benefits on
 the first day of employment. It is important that you complete your enrollment paperwork in a timely
 fashion. Missing the deadline means you will have to wait until next year’s Open Enrollment to enroll.

 SPECIAL ENROLLMENT
 For any benefit changes outside of your annual Open Enrollment or new hire period, you will need to have a
 Qualifying Event—qualifying events are typically big life events that change your status in some way -
 marriage or divorce, birth or adoption, death in the family or change of employment. It is up to you to notify
 the District within 31 days of the date that the Qualifying Event occurred.

 AM I ELIGIBLE?
 All employees working 30+ hours per week are eligible for the benefits outlined in this package. You become eligible
 on your first day of employment.

 ENROLLMENT DOCUMENTS
 All forms needed to enroll in benefits are located on the “Staff Home” link in the District website. From
 here please go to Employee Resources > Benefits

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MEDICAL PLAN

 Offering health insurance benefits to our employees is an important component of our overall benefit package. Below
 is a summary of the medical plan benefits available to you and your dependents. For additional detail about coverage
 provided by the plan reference the Summary of Benefits Coverage.
 NOTE: Employees who are currently enrolled in an Amery School District medical plan will continue to be enrolled
 for the 2020-2021 plan year. If you wish to make changes to your election, including adding or deleting dependents,
 you must contact the District Office before the end of Open Enrollment.

                                                          PREFERRED                                        NON-PREFERRED
       In-Network Benefits                                HSA PLAN                                           HSA PLAN
                                                    $2,800 - 100% HSA Rx+                              $3,300 - 100% HSA Rx+

                                                     Health and Well-being                             Health and Well-being
                                                      Requirement MET                                 Requirement NOT MET

   Preventive Care                                        100% Coverage                                     100% Coverage

                                               100% Coverage after Deductible                     100% Coverage after Deductible
   Non-Preventive Care Visits                      $49 Copay - Virtuwell                              $49 Copay - Virtuwell

                                                        $2,800 Per Person                                 $3,300 Per Person
   Deductible                                                  or                                                or
                                                        $5,600 Per Family                                 $6,600 Per Family
                                                    $12 Generic /$45 Brand                            $12 Generic /$45 Brand
   Prescription Drugs
                                              *Mail Order: $24 Generic /$90 Brand               *Mail Order: $24 Generic /$90 Brand
   Specific Preventive Drugs:
                                                        *90 day supply                                    * 90 day supply
   Other Covered Medications:
                                                100% Coverage after Deductible                    100% Coverage after Deductible
                                                        $2,800 Per Person                                 $3,300 Per Person
   Out-of-Pocket Max                                    $5,600 Per Family                                 $6,600 Per Family

   District HSA Contribution                       $1,200 Individual Contract                         $1,200 Individual Contract
   (for employees paying 12% of premium)            $2,400 Family Contract                             $2,400 Family Contract

                                       Monthly Premiums                                      Single                 Family

                                  Total Monthly Premium                                    $823.72               $1,809.63

                          Employee share if paying 12% of Premium                           $98.85                 $217.16

                          Employee share if paying 35% of Premium                           $288.30                $633.37

                          Employee share if paying 40% of Premium                           $329.49                $723.85

                              Contact the District Office for questions on which cost sharing category pertains to you.

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HEALTH & WELL-BEING PROGRAM

  The District is excited to provide employees and spouses a comprehensive wellness program focused on
  helping you to improve your health and live a longer, healthier, disease-free life. Congratulations to those
  who participated in the wellness program during the 2019-2020 plan year and earned your deductible
  differential for the upcoming year!

  Health plan members (employee and spouse) who would like to take advantage of this opportunity for the
  2020-2021 school year will be required to complete the following components.

                                           1. Health Risk Assessment
                                        2. One online wellbeing activity

     By completing the program you will receive a preferred benefit which is a $500 single/$1,000 family deductible
                                     differential for the 2021-2022 plan year. *

  HealthPartners has a Health and Well-Being platform with a variety of programs and website access, The
  platform provides a personalized experience that will be specific to your needs and appetite for wellness
  initiatives. Here is a sample of the programs you can choose from:

          ·   Wellbeats New this year!!
          ·   Online Trackers (10,000 Steps, Sleep & Stress Tracking)
          ·   Digital activities (Go for Fruits & Veggies, Choose to Lose, Healthy Thinking)
          ·   Frequent Fitness (To be completed between July 1, 2020 and February 28, 2021)
          ·   Healthy Pregnancy
          ·   Case Management
          ·   Beating the Blues
          ·   Virtual Coaching

                     Checkout the website at healthpartners.com/wellbeing.

  * Earning the Preferred benefit guarantees that your deductible will be $500 single/$1,000 family less than the deductible of a
   member who chooses not to fulfill the Health & Well-Being plan requirements. It does not mean that your deductible will be
                                                       less than it is today.

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HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNT (HSA)
 The opportunity to participate in an HSA is connected to your enrollment in a
 qualified high-deductible health plan (HDHP) such as the medical plan offered through Amery School
 District. An HSA is a tax-favored account, set-up to pay certain qualified expenses of the account owner and
 their tax dependents.

 Why consider a health savings account?
   ·   Reduce your expected monthly spend – moving to a high-deductible health plan (HDHP) typically
       comes with lower premiums, reducing your monthly cost.

   ·   It’s portable – it’s your money, take it with you.

   ·   Reduce your tax burden – contributions to your HSA are made with pre-tax dollars and the dollars
       you spend on qualified expenses are not taxed when you use them.

   ·   Balance your retirement savings – the funds in your HSA accumulate tax-free, as does the interest.

   ·   Funds roll-over – you never lose your dollars, they roll over and grow every year.

 What else do I need to know?
 There are some important eligibility requirements to know about. Review these eligibility rules and make
 certain you are eligible before making or receiving HSA contributions.
   ·   You are enrolled in an eligible high-deductible health plan.
   ·   You are not enrolled in any other non-HSA qualified plan.
   ·   You are not eligible to use a general purpose flexible spending account (FSA).
   ·   You are not claimed as a dependent on another person’s tax return.
   ·   You are not enrolled in Medicare, Medicaid or Tricare.
   ·   You have not used VA medical benefits other than preventive services in the past three months.

                   WANT TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNT?
                                       HERE IS HOW:

                                   Step 1: Enroll in the qualified HDHP effective July 1, 2020

              Step 2: Make an appointment with WESTconsin Credit Union (an hour needed) to set up your Health
                                                 Savings Account (HSA).

                        Step 3: Complete a Health Savings Account (HSA) Payroll Deduction Authorization form.

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HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNT (HSA) CONTINUED

 HSA Contribution Limits
 If you enroll in the HDHP and are eligible to make or receive HSA contributions, the District will make tax-
 free contributions to your HSA with each payroll they process. You must complete a Health Savings Account
 (HSA) Payroll Deduction Authorization form, which will indicate whether or not you are eligible for the HSA
 contributions. You will also indicate what you wish to contribute to your account through pre-tax payroll
 deductions.

                                          2020                    District                 District             District
          Coverage Type               IRS Maximum               Contribution             Contribution         Contribution
                                      Contribution             12% Employees            35% Employees        40% Employees

               Single                      $3,550                 $1,200                      $780               $720
               Family                      $7,100                 $2,400                    $1,560              $1,440
                          NOTE: If you are age 55 or older and are not enrolled in Medicare
                    you are eligible to contribute up to $1,000 over the annual limits shown above.

   How do my HSA claims get paid?

         Medical provider submits
                                                                                                               You use your HSA
        charge to insurance carrier                                          An explanation of benefits      debit card or check to
               for payment                                                 (EOB) is sent to you showing      pay for services or pay
                                                                            deductible has not been met       with personal funds
                                                          NO

         You receive services from                  Has my deductible
       provider and show them your                     been met?
             membership card

                                                         YES                   Insurance carrier writes a
                                                                                                              Medical provider is
                                                                               check to the provider for
                                                                                                             paid the amount due
                                                                                 their portion of the bill
      Insurance carrier applies discount
            and re-prices services

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DENTAL PLAN
  Your dental health is an important component of overall health, poor oral hygiene has been shown to
  contribute to heart disease and other significant issues. Dental plan benefits are a great way to save money
  on preventive care and costly procedures that come up unexpectedly during the year.

                                                                 DENTAL
                                                              BENEFIT OVERVIEW
                                                                   In-Network
                       Deductible                                                                     None
                       Preventive Services                                                     100% Coverage
                       Basic Services                                                          100% Coverage

                       Major Services
                        Crowns, Inlays, Onlays                                                 80% Coverage
                        Bridges, Dentures & Implants                                           50% Coverage

                       Orthodontia (to age 19)                                            50% to Lifetime Max

                       Orthodontia Lifetime Maximum                                $2,000 per person (to age 19)

                       Calendar Year Maximum                                                $1,000 per person

                                                                    MONTHLY
                                                                    PREMIUMS
                                                                                      Single                         Family

                          Total Monthly Premium                                     $57.90                        $163.90

                      Employees Paying 12% of Premium                                $6.95                          $19.67

                      Employees Paying 35% of Premium                               $20.27                          $57.37

                      Employees Paying 40% of Premium                               $23.16                          $65.56
                               Contact the District Office for questions on which cost sharing category pertains to you.
                                                        Rates may vary slightly due to rounding

                                                               Little Partners Coverage
                     Network services for children 12 years old and under will be covered at 100% without
                                   deductible, annual maximums, or frequency limitations.
                        Some exclusions do apply. See your HealthPartners Plan Document for details.

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VISION PLAN
  If you or your family need vision correction, it’s a great idea to consider a vision plan. If you
  do decide a vision plan is right for you, it is really important that you utilize a network
  provider in order to get the best value from the plan.

                                                              VISION
                                                          BENEFIT OVERVIEW
                                                             In-Network

                        Vision Network                                               EyeMed

                        Exams (every 12 months)                              $10 Copay then 100%

                        Lenses (every 12 months)                             $10 Copay then 100%

                                                                            $150 Allowance
                        Contacts (every 12 months)
                                                                15% off remaining balance for conventional

                                                                              $150 Allowance
                        Frames (every 24 months)
                                                                          20% off remaining balance

                                                                              15% off retail price
                        Laser Vision Correction
                                                                             5% promotional price

                                                     EMPLOYEE PAID
                                                    MONTHLY PREMIUMS

                                           Single                    $7.80

                                           Family                   $19.42

                                           For an up-to-date listing of in-network vision providers visit:
                                               www.deltadentalwi.com or call 1-866-246-9041
                                                     Be sure to specify EyeMed Access network.

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SHORT TERM DISABILITY (STD)
 Short Term Disability protection is designed to pay you a percentage of your pre-disability earnings in the
 event you miss work due to a disability.

 If the optional STD is elected when you are first eligible, there will be no evidence of insurability (E of I) or
 health questions required. If the optional STD is waived when first eligible, you will be subject to health
 history, underwriting and are subject to declination.

                                                   BENEFIT OVERVIEW
                                                    EMPLOYEE PAID

                                                                     1st day of an accident
                           Benefit Begins
                                                                      4th day of an illness

                           Benefit Duration                                90 Days

                           Weekly Benefit                            66 2/3% of weekly pay

                           Maximum Benefit                               $767 Weekly

                           Guaranteed Issue                              $504 Weekly

                           Pre-existing condition Limitation                 12/12

          IF YOUR ANNUAL                          YOU CAN APPLY FOR UP                         EMPLOYEE PAID
  SALARY IS ABOVE THIS AMOUNT:                    TO THIS WEEKLY BENEFIT:                     MONTHLY PREMIUM
               $9,282                                      $119.00                                 $6.55
              $11,465                                      $147.00                                 $10.31
              $13,649                                      $175.00                                 $12.02
              $17,471                                      $224.00                                 $15.46
              $21,292                                      $273.00                                 $18.92
              $23,476                                      $301.00                                 $20.63
              $27,844                                      $357.00                                 $24.64
              $32,758                                      $420.00                                 $28.67
              $36,034                                      $462.00                                 $31.54
              $39,310                         $504.00 (Guaranteed Benefit Amount)                  $34.40
              $45,238                                      $580.00                                 $39.38
              $52,024                                      $667.00                                 $45.29
              $59,824                                      $767.00                                 $52.08

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LONG TERM DISABILITY (LTD)

 Long term disability helps ensure your income in the case of a disability that extends beyond the scope of
 short term disability. Over 36 million Americans are classified as disabled; which is about 12% of the
 population. More than 50% of disabled Americans are in their working years, from ages 18-64.

                                                     BENEFIT OVERVIEW
                                                       DISTRICT PAID

              Benefit Begins                                                   91 Days

              Benefit Duration                         Social Security Normal Retirement Age (SSNRA)

              Monthly Benefit                                           90% of Monthly Pay

                                                                  $9,750 Administrators
              Maximum Monthly Benefit
                                                    $8,475 Teachers and Eligible Non-Certified Employees

              Own Occupation Period                                           24 Months

                                               Help for Managing your Life
 We recognize that personal and family problems can impact your life both at home and at work. When you face these challenges
    in life, it’s nice to know there is a place to turn. To assist you and your family in getting the help you need, an Employee
  Assistance Program (EAP) program is provided along with your Long Term Disability benefit through NIS. It is a confidential
                           support service designed to help you with the issues that affect your life the most.

                                        To access this benefit call 866-451-5465 or go to
                                         www.niseap.com. Use password: NISenhanced

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LIFE INSURANCE PLANS
  Life insurance is used to ensure the health and happiness of your loved ones,
  even after you’re gone. The District pays 40% of your Basic Life and AD&D
  premium and you have the option to invest in additional protection for yourself and your family.

                 BASIC LIFE AND AD&D                                         ADDITIONAL LIFE AND AD&D
                   BENEFIT OVERVIEW                                              BENEFIT OVERVIEW
         DISTRICT PAYS 40% / EMPLOYEE PAYS 60%                                     EMPLOYEE PAID
                                                                                                 Minimum of $10,000
    Life Benefit                     1x Annual Salary
                                                                                        Maximum of $500,000 not to exceed
                                                                Employee Benefit
    AD&D Benefit                    Same as life benefit                                           5x earnings
                                                                                             Guarantee Issue of $150,000
    District                         $0.22 per $1,000
    Monthly Premium                     of Benefit                                                Minimum of $5,000
                                                                                        Maximum of $500,000 not to exceed
    Employee                        $0.132 per $1,000           Spouse Benefit
                                                                                            100% of employee amount
    Monthly Premium                     of Benefit
                                                                                             Guarantee Issue of $25,000
               Age reduction schedule applies.                                                    Minimum of $1,000
               See plan certificate for details.
                                                                Child(ren) Benefit               Maximum of $10,000
                                                                                             Guarantee Issue of $10,000

                                                                  You must elect life coverage for yourself in order to cover
                                                                                your spouse and/or children.

                                                                        ADDITIONAL LIFE AND AD&D
                                                                      EMPLOYEE, SPOUSE AND CHILD(REN)
                                                                            MONTHLY PREMIUM
                                                                              Employee or Spouse                   Child
                                                               Age
                                                                             Per $10,000 of Benefit        per $1,000 of Benefit
CRITICAL ILLNESS PLAN
 When a serious illness strikes, Critical Illness Insurance can provide financial
 support to help you through a difficult time. It will pay a lump-sum cash benefit to you, which you can use as
 you wish.
 Coverage for Critical Illness is guaranteed up to the maximum benefit. All employees working 30 or more
 hours per week must complete an election form, to enroll in or change Critical Illness coverage before the
 end of Open Enrollment. You will receive a personalized packet during Open Enrollment with enrollment
 application.

                                                    CRITICAL ILLNESS PROTECTION
                                                                EMPLOYEE PAID

    Covered Conditions                          Cancer, Heart Attack, Coronary Artery Bypass, Stroke, Organ Failure, Paralysis,
    (including but not limited to)                 Blindness, Cerebral Palsy, Cystic Fibrosis, Down Syndrome, Spina Bifida

                                               You and your covered family members receive a $50 annual incentive for receiving
    Wellness Benefit                                                   important tests and screenings.

    Employee Coverage Options                                                    $5,000 or $10,000

    Spouse Coverage Option
    (employee must also enroll)                                                         $5,000

                                                       Eligible dependent children are automatically included if you elect
    Child(ren) Coverage                           employee coverage. Children are covered at 50% of the Employee’s election.

    Pre-existing Condition Limitation                                                   12/12

                                              See Unum plan material for complete list of benefits

                 CRITICAL ILLNESS                                                        CRITICAL ILLNESS
       MONTHLY PREMIUM PER $5,000 OF BENEFIT                                   MONTHLY PREMIUM PER $10,000 OF BENEFIT

               Age               Non-Tobacco          Tobacco                         Age            Non-Tobacco           Tobacco
ACCIDENT PLAN
  You can’t always avoid accidents ─ but you can protect yourself from accident-related costs that can strain
  your budget.
  Accident insurance pays you directly when you or a covered dependent receive medical treatment due to
  an accidental injury. Accident insurance provides a necessary layer of financial protection whether or not
  your medical plan covers the medical service expense. This plan also pays a $50 incentive when you or
  your covered dependents receive certain preventive screenings (which are typically covered 100% by your
  medical plan). Below is a brief summary of services that would trigger accident plan payments; view the
  Unum enrollment materials for additional detail.
  All employees working 30 or more hours per week may complete an election form, to change, enroll OR
  waive Accident coverage, before the end of Open Enrollment.

                                           ACCIDENT PROTECTION
                                              EMPLOYEE PAID

                                        Ambulance, Chiropractic, ER, Hospitalization, Imaging, Surgery,
                                         Therapy, Rehabilitation, Burn, Dislocation, Dental Injury, Eye
       Covered Treatments/Services      Injury, Fracture, Laceration, Torn Cartilage, Prosthetic Device,
       (including but not limited to)     Ruptured Disc, Tendon/Ligament/Rotator Cuff Repair, Acci-
                                        dental Death/Dismemberment, Paralysis, Loss of Hearing, Loss

                           See Unum plan material for complete list of benefits

                                             MONTHLY PREMIUM

                                 Employee Only                  $16.14

                                 Employee + Spouse              $26.67

                                 Employee + Child(ren)          $29.03

                                 Employee + Family              $39.56

                                             ACCIDENT FAQS

       How can I use the money?
       You can use it any way you choose — for monthly bills, co-pays, deductibles or other expenses
       your medical plan doesn't cover.

       How will I receive my payment?
       The benefit will be paid directly to you by Unum.

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FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT (FSA)
    Flexible spending accounts are another way for you to save money by reducing your
    tax burden. You can enroll in the flexible spending accounts even if you are not
    enrolled in the District’s group medical plan.

 Group Insurance Premium Account                             Visit www.ebcsolutions.com to enroll today!
    The District has made this type of account available to allow you to pay certain premiums with pre-tax dollars.
    Your portion of your eligible insurance premiums will automatically be deducted before taxes are applied. This
    saves you on Federal, State and FICA taxes! Depending on your income level, this type of account typically
    provides a savings of 25-35%.

 Dependent Day Care Account
    You may choose to set side up to $5,000 ($2,500 if married, filing separately) each year to pay for qualified
    dependent day care expenses so you and your spouse can work or attend school full-time. Expenses are
    qualified if used for a child under 13 or for the care of a physically or mentally disabled parent, child or other
    relative of any age whom you claim as a dependent for federal tax purposes. If you are spending money on
    dependent care, consider this account. A dependent day care account does not impact your eligibility for a
    health savings account.

 Health Care Flexible Spending Account
    You may choose to set aside up to $2,750 per year to pay for common expenses such as plan deductibles,
    prescription drugs, dental expenses, prescription eyeglasses and contacts. If you are making or receiving
    contributions to a Health Savings Account (HSA) and also wish to make healthcare FSA contributions you need
    to choose the LIMITED FSA option, as noted below.
    Traditional: If you are NOT currently making or receiving HSA contributions (here or through your spouse),
    you can set aside money for medical, dental and vision expenses via a Traditional Health Care Flex Account.
    Limited: If you are making or receiving HSA contributions, you can set-aside money for dental and vision
    expenses only.

   HOW CAN I BENEFIT FROM A FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT?
   Because you set aside money pre-tax, this equals savings for you. FSA plans provide an opportunity to maximize
   your pay by reducing taxes taken from your paycheck and increasing your spendable income.
   Example: Mary typically incurs an annual out of pocket expense of $515. To minimize her out-of-pocket health
   care costs, Mary decides to contribute $500 to her FSA.
    Annual Contribution                  15% Federal/5% State                      7.65% Social Security
              $500                            $100 Savings*                           $38.35 Savings*

   Although Mary incurs all of her out-of-pocket costs early in the year and has not yet made enough payroll contri-
   butions to her account to cover the expenses incurred, she is still able to submit a claim for eligible contributions
   to receive full reimbursement of $500 right away. Her before tax payroll contributions will continue until her an-
   nual contribution amount is met.
   *Actual tax savings will vary based on your tax bracket

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VALUE-ADDED PROGRAMS
  Your vendor-partners have a lot of outstanding additional features, make sure to take advantage of these
  great components to get the most value out of those relationships.

  Put HealthPartners to Work for You
  Health Club Reimbursement Program | Does it really pay to exercise?
  Get a $20 credit toward your monthly dues when you meet your monthly workout requirement at any network fitness club.
  That’s just a few workouts a week, for money in your pocket. Visit healthpartners.com for a full list of participating clubs.

  Value for your health care dollar | Cost and quality tools to help you find a provider that’s right for you
  Cost and quality can vary significantly among providers, and knowing the difference can help you save money and have a better
  outcome. Look up cost ranges for common procedures at dozens of facilities using healthpartners.com.

  Healthy Discounts Program | Save money!
  Take advantage of relationships HealthPartners has developed to help you save money on healthy items you were going to buy
  anyway! HealthPartners healthy discounts program provides you discounts to over 40 retailers from eyewear to exercise
  equipment—it pays to use your membership card! Visit healthpartners.com/discounts for more information.

  24-Hour Nurse Line | How can I get fast answers to health care questions?
  Call CareLine to speak to an experienced nurse for information and advice about going to see a doctor, home treatment op-
  tions or a medicine you are taking. The CareLine is open all day, every day, all year at 800-551-0859.

  Decision support about your health and care | I’m overwhelmed with information and just need to talk to
  someone who can help me make the best decision for me...
  Call HealthPartners Nurse Navigator Program Monday—Friday 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT at 800-883-2177 for help and advice relat-
  ing to your care and benefits or how to choose a treatment option that’s right for you.

  Beating the Blues | Sometimes I feel a little blue and I need help.
  Feel in control of your life with an online tool to learn helpful ways to manage your mood, stress and anxiety, all in the privacy
  and comfort of your home. Visit healthpartners.beatingthebluesus.com—you’ll need an activation code and your member id to
  get started.

  Assistance while traveling | I’m on vacation, I need help!
  Traveling should be fun and although unexpected trouble can quickly make a trip stressful, one phone call can bring you peace
  of mind. Assist America is available to anyone who has HealthPartners, and it doesn’t cost you anything. If you’re more than
  100 miles from home, call Assist America 24/7 to get free help with filling lost prescriptions, finding good doctors, getting ad-
  mitted to a qualified hospital, tracking down lost luggage or finding a translator. Call Member Services to get connected before
  you travel— 800-883-2177.

  Have you used Virtuwell yet?
  Convenient, easy, cost effective. | I’ve got this rash…
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VALUE-ADDED PROGRAMS CONTINUED
 Put Unum to Work for You
 Worldwide Emergency Travel Assistance. | I am on vacation in Mexico and forgot my medication…
 For travel 100 miles or more from home, in or out of the country, anywhere in the world, you have 24-hour phone
 access to professionals who can help in an emergency.
 They can connect you with pre-qualified medical providers, access to western-style medicine, ambulance and air
 ambulance, lost/stolen medication replacement and more.

 Life Planning Financial & Legal Resources | My spouse is terminally ill...
 Find clarity and comfort during trying times. Life’s changes bring tough questions: What do I do with the will?
 There’s so much paperwork - where do I begin? Is it normal to experience this much grief? The answers to these
 questions are available at no charge to you, as part of your life insurance from Unum. When a covered employee
 or spouse dies or is terminally ill, you can speak to a counselor by phone or get information online.
 Life planning financial and legal resource services are provided by Ceridian Corporation.

 Put Morneau Shepell to work for You! (offered by NIS)
 Employee Assistance Program (EAP). | I am feeling stressed and need help …
 Everyday life can be stressful and can affect your health, well-being and performance. Fortunately, our Employee
 Assistance Program can aid in finding solutions. When facing personal problems, you might struggle with where to
 turn for help. The first step is usually the hardest, and guidance is often the key. That’s why NIS offers and EAP.
 An EAP offers a confidential place to find the answers that work for you.
         Access to counselors 24-hours a day through a toll-free number.
 Legal Assistance - Counselors may refer you to a telephone and/or one in-person consultation with an attorney.
 Financial Assistance - Telephone consultation with a financial consultant to address questions on budgeting, taxes
        and debt consolidation.
 Childcare and Eldercare Assistance - Telephone consultation with a work-life professional to provide
        information, referrals and resources related to childcare or eldercare concerns.

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     Disclosure
     The information in this Benefits Decision Guide is presented for illustrative purposes and is based on information
     provided by the District. The text contained in this Benefits Decision Guide was taken from various summary
     plan descriptions and benefit information. While every effort was taken to accurately report your benefits,
     discrepancies or errors are always possible. In case of a discrepancy between the Benefits Decision Guide and
     the actual plan documents, the actual plan documents will prevail. All information is confidential, pursuant to the
     Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996. If you have any questions about your Benefit
     Decision Guide, contact Human Resources.

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