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1 University of California PostdoctoralScholar Benefits Plan

2 Agenda Open Enrollment Open Enrollment Postdoc Titles and Title Codes Postdoc Titles and Title Codes Review of Benefits & Plan Design Changes Review of Benefits & Plan Design Changes Review of the Open Enrollment Process Review of the Open Enrollment Process Postdoctoral Scholars (PDS) Contributions for the HMO and PPO Medical Plans Effective 1-1-2013 Postdoctoral Scholars (PDS) Contributions for the HMO and PPO Medical Plans Effective 1-1-2013 Q & A Q & A

3 Introduction The Postdoctoral Scholar Benefits Plan (PSBP)  The University of California has partnered with Garnett-Powers & Associates to administer the PSBP on a system wide basis.  As of January 1, 2005 the system wide University of California Postdoctoral Scholar Benefits Plan was made available to Postdoctoral Scholars (PDS) at UC.  The PSBP is a comprehensive package of benefits designed to closely match the benefits offered to the UC Faculty and Staff.

4 What is Open Enrollment? Open Enrollment is the period of time the University sets up each year to allow eligible postdocs to choose from the plans available to them. Open Enrollment is the period of time the University sets up each year to allow eligible postdocs to choose from the plans available to them. What changes can be made during Open Enrollment? What changes can be made during Open Enrollment?  Change from the medical HMO to the PPO plan or vice versa.  Change from the dental HMO to the POS plan or vice versa.  Add eligible family members.  Enroll in or terminate coverage for the medical, dental and/or vision plans.

5 Postdoc Title Codes  Title Code 3252 - Postdocs paid through the UC payroll system have been appointed in the title “Postdoctoral Scholar-Employee”.  Title Code 3253 - Postdocs paid a stipend have been appointed in the title “Postdoctoral Scholar-Fellow”.  Title Code 3254 - Postdocs paid directly from an extramural agency have been appointed in the title “Postdoctoral Scholar-Paid Direct”. Note: The title of a Postdoctoral Scholar appointment is determined by the requirements of the funding agencies.

6 Benefits Offered Through PSBP Medical Insurance – Health Net HMO and PPO Medical Insurance – Health Net HMO and PPO Dental Insurance – Health Net HMO and Principal POS Dental Insurance – Health Net HMO and Principal POS Vision Insurance – Health Net/EyeMed PPO Vision Insurance – Health Net/EyeMed PPO Life and AD&D Insurance – Standard Insurance Life and AD&D Insurance – Standard Insurance Short Term Disability Insurance – Standard Insurance Short Term Disability Insurance – Standard Insurance Voluntary Long Term Disability Insurance – Standard Insurance Voluntary Long Term Disability Insurance – Standard Insurance SelectPlus/Sittercity SelectPlus/Sittercity

7 Plan Design Changes and Updates If a plan was in place on March 23, 2010 and the plan does not make any major changes at their annual renewal then the plan is considered “grandfathered”. The PSBP medical plans are grandfathered plans. This means that many of the provisions of the new healthcare law, do not apply to grandfathered plans, including the access to most birth control items at no cost to the covered individual. If a plan was in place on March 23, 2010 and the plan does not make any major changes at their annual renewal then the plan is considered “grandfathered”. The PSBP medical plans are grandfathered plans. This means that many of the provisions of the new healthcare law, do not apply to grandfathered plans, including the access to most birth control items at no cost to the covered individual. All birth control prescriptions will still be covered the same as they are currently with the exception of implantable contraceptive devices. (For example, an IUD) on the HMO plan. All birth control prescriptions will still be covered the same as they are currently with the exception of implantable contraceptive devices. (For example, an IUD) on the HMO plan. The dental HMO plan has lowered the cost of crowns. The dental HMO plan has lowered the cost of crowns. The dental PPO plan has now changed to a Point-of-Service (POS) plan. The dental PPO plan has now changed to a Point-of-Service (POS) plan. The percentage contribution amount required by a postdoc to pay for the HMO medical plan remained the same for plan year 2013. The percentage contribution amount required by a postdoc to pay for the HMO medical plan remained the same for plan year 2013. The amount required for a postdoc to pay for the medical contribution for the PPO plan was lowered for plan year 2013. The amount required for a postdoc to pay for the medical contribution for the PPO plan was lowered for plan year 2013. Effective April 1, 2013, the PSBP will terminate the last day of the month that a postdoc was active. Effective April 1, 2013, the PSBP will terminate the last day of the month that a postdoc was active.

8 M EDICAL I NSURANCE

9 What is an HMO Plan? Under the HMO model, the member chooses a Primary Care Physician (PCP) contracted with the HMO plan at the time of enrollment (provider directory links are available on the GPA website). A PCP will automatically be assigned to you at the time of your enrollment. You can choose a PCP for each family member by calling the insurance company to request a PCP change. Your PCP becomes your healthcare “gatekeeper”. Under the HMO model, the member chooses a Primary Care Physician (PCP) contracted with the HMO plan at the time of enrollment (provider directory links are available on the GPA website). A PCP will automatically be assigned to you at the time of your enrollment. You can choose a PCP for each family member by calling the insurance company to request a PCP change. Your PCP becomes your healthcare “gatekeeper”. If the member is in need of treatment from a Specialist or is in need of an In- Patient or Out-Patient procedure, he/she must obtain a referral from their PCP prior to any type of consultation or treatment (except in the case of an emergency). If the referral is not obtained, no benefits will be paid. If the member is in need of treatment from a Specialist or is in need of an In- Patient or Out-Patient procedure, he/she must obtain a referral from their PCP prior to any type of consultation or treatment (except in the case of an emergency). If the referral is not obtained, no benefits will be paid. There is no Out-of-Network benefit (except in the case of an emergency). There is no Out-of-Network benefit (except in the case of an emergency). HMO premiums as well as the out of pocket expenses (i.e. deductible, co-payments, etc.) tend to be lower than their PPO counterpart due to the contractual element of “capitation”.* * Capitation: The PCP is compensated by the HMO plan in the form of a monthly capitation fee for each member that signs up with him/her at the time of enrollment. The PCP has agreed to provide all primary care, as well as the cost for most Labs & X-rays for that capitated fee. HMO premiums as well as the out of pocket expenses (i.e. deductible, co-payments, etc.) tend to be lower than their PPO counterpart due to the contractual element of “capitation”.* * Capitation: The PCP is compensated by the HMO plan in the form of a monthly capitation fee for each member that signs up with him/her at the time of enrollment. The PCP has agreed to provide all primary care, as well as the cost for most Labs & X-rays for that capitated fee.

10 What is a PPO Plan? When covered under a PPO plan, the member will not be assigned to a Primary Care Physician (PCP) at the time of enrollment. When covered under a PPO plan, the member will not be assigned to a Primary Care Physician (PCP) at the time of enrollment. The PPO plan offers more flexibility than the HMO plan. As a result, the out-of-pocket costs tend to be higher. The PPO plan offers more flexibility than the HMO plan. As a result, the out-of-pocket costs tend to be higher. There is an In-Network and Out-of-Network component. There is an In-Network and Out-of-Network component. The In-Network benefits (deductible, coinsurance, etc.) will be greater than the Out-of-Network benefits. The In-Network benefits (deductible, coinsurance, etc.) will be greater than the Out-of-Network benefits. At the time of service, the member has the ability to seek care from a Specialist, without having to obtain a referral from a PCP. At the time of service, the member has the ability to seek care from a Specialist, without having to obtain a referral from a PCP. The contractual agreement between the PPO Plan and the Provider is on a “discounted fee for service” basis. This means that the provider who participates in the network has agreed to provide their service on an agreed upon discounted fee. The Provider who is not in the network will not agree to that discounted fee and will typically charge a “Reasonable and Customary” fee. There is no “capitation” in a PPO contract. The contractual agreement between the PPO Plan and the Provider is on a “discounted fee for service” basis. This means that the provider who participates in the network has agreed to provide their service on an agreed upon discounted fee. The Provider who is not in the network will not agree to that discounted fee and will typically charge a “Reasonable and Customary” fee. There is no “capitation” in a PPO contract.

11 PSBP Medical HMO Plan Health Net of California Medical BenefitsHealth Net HMO Postdoctoral Scholar Pays Physician Office Visit:$10 Copay Hospitalization: InpatientNo Charge OutpatientNo Charge PregnancyNo Charge Prescription Drugs: Generic$10 Copay Brand Name$20 Copay Non-Formulary$35 Copay Emergency Room Visits:$35 Copay (waived if admitted) Health Evaluation:$10 Copay Mental Health : InpatientNo Charge Outpatient$10 Copay Annual Maximum Out of Pocket: Individual$1,500 Family$4,500 Annual Deductible: IndividualNone FamilyNone Lifetime Maximum:Unlimited PSBP Medical HMO Plan Health Net of California Medical BenefitsHealth Net HMO Postdoctoral Scholar Pays Physician Office Visit:$10 Copay Hospitalization: InpatientNo Charge OutpatientNo Charge PregnancyNo Charge Prescription Drugs: Generic$10 Copay Brand Name$20 Copay Non-Formulary$35 Copay Emergency Room Visits:$35 Copay (waived if admitted) Health Evaluation:$10 Copay Mental Health : InpatientNo Charge Outpatient$10 Copay Annual Maximum Out of Pocket: Individual$1,500 Family$4,500 Annual Deductible: IndividualNone FamilyNone Lifetime Maximum:Unlimited

12 PSBP Medical PPO Plan Health Net of California Medical BenefitsHealth Net PPO (In-Network)Health Net PPO (Out of Network)* Postdoctoral Scholar PaysPostdoctoral Scholar Pays Physician Office Visit:$20 Copay40% Hospitalization: Inpatient$250 Copay then 20%$250 Copay then 40% Outpatient$0 Copay40% Pregnancy$250 Copay then 20%$250 Copay then 40% Prescription Drugs: Generic$10 Copay50% + $10 Copay Brand Name$25 Copay50% + $25 Copay Non-Formulary$35 Copay50% + $35 Copay Emergency Room Visits:20%40% Routine Physical Exam:$20 Copay40% Mental Health (Severe): Inpatient$250 Copay then 20%$250 Copay then 40% Outpatient$0 Copay40% Annual Maximum Out of Pocket:$1,500 Individual$1,500 Individual (Does not include deductible) $4,500 Family$4,500 Family Annual Deductible: Individual None$200 Family None$600 Lifetime Maximum: Unlimited *Out of Network reimbursement based on limited fee schedule. PSBP Medical PPO Plan Health Net of California Medical BenefitsHealth Net PPO (In-Network)Health Net PPO (Out of Network)* Postdoctoral Scholar PaysPostdoctoral Scholar Pays Physician Office Visit:$20 Copay40% Hospitalization: Inpatient$250 Copay then 20%$250 Copay then 40% Outpatient$0 Copay40% Pregnancy$250 Copay then 20%$250 Copay then 40% Prescription Drugs: Generic$10 Copay50% + $10 Copay Brand Name$25 Copay50% + $25 Copay Non-Formulary$35 Copay50% + $35 Copay Emergency Room Visits:20%40% Routine Physical Exam:$20 Copay40% Mental Health (Severe): Inpatient$250 Copay then 20%$250 Copay then 40% Outpatient$0 Copay40% Annual Maximum Out of Pocket:$1,500 Individual$1,500 Individual (Does not include deductible) $4,500 Family$4,500 Family Annual Deductible: Individual None$200 Family None$600 Lifetime Maximum: Unlimited *Out of Network reimbursement based on limited fee schedule.

13 Wellness Programs The following benefits are included in your Health Net Medical plan: Health Net offers Text4Baby, a free service that provides free text messages up to 3 times a week with information to assist you through your pregnancy and your baby’s first year. In order to register, text BABY to 511411. Health Net offers Text4Baby, a free service that provides free text messages up to 3 times a week with information to assist you through your pregnancy and your baby’s first year. In order to register, text BABY to 511411.Text4Baby If you are pregnant, or thinking of starting a family, the Decision Power Healthy Baby Take 5 Maternity Program offered through Health Net provides you valuable information to assist you in having a healthy pregnancy and delivering a healthy baby. Many subjects are covered through a series of videos, offering information on exercise, nutrition, weight management, breastfeeding and other important aspects of pregnancy. If you are pregnant, or thinking of starting a family, the Decision Power Healthy Baby Take 5 Maternity Program offered through Health Net provides you valuable information to assist you in having a healthy pregnancy and delivering a healthy baby. Many subjects are covered through a series of videos, offering information on exercise, nutrition, weight management, breastfeeding and other important aspects of pregnancy.Take 5 Maternity ProgramTake 5 Maternity Program

14 Wellness Programs, cont. Decision Power is a program through Health Net that offers a variety of methods to track possible health risks and identify potential problems. The goal of this program is to assist through online coaching with a guide to pregnancy, tobacco use, weight management, nutrition and stress reduction. Decision Power is a program through Health Net that offers a variety of methods to track possible health risks and identify potential problems. The goal of this program is to assist through online coaching with a guide to pregnancy, tobacco use, weight management, nutrition and stress reduction. If you wish to make the healthy decision to quit smoking, Smoking Cessation offers a plan to help you kick the habit with the assistance of either online or telephone support. If you wish to make the healthy decision to quit smoking, Smoking Cessation offers a plan to help you kick the habit with the assistance of either online or telephone support.Smoking CessationSmoking Cessation Lose Weight is another health-wise program offered through Decision Power that keeps you motivated to lose weight, offers healthy eating choices and counseling from a health coach. Lose Weight is another health-wise program offered through Decision Power that keeps you motivated to lose weight, offers healthy eating choices and counseling from a health coach. Lose Weight Lose Weight To access detailed information about these valuable programs, go to www.garnett-powers.com/postdoc/wellness. To access detailed information about these valuable programs, go to www.garnett-powers.com/postdoc/wellness.

15 D ENTAL I NSURANCE

16 PSBP Dental DHMO Plan Health Net of California Dental Benefits Health Net DHMO Postdoctoral Scholar Pays Deductible:None Diagnostic and Preventative Care: Routine Oral ExamsNo charge Routine Teeth CleaningsNo charge Routine X-RaysNo charge Basic Procedures: FillingsVaries up to $80 copay Oral SurgeryVaries up to $130 copay EndodonticsVaries up to $150 copay PeriodonticsVaries up to $300 copay Major Procedures: CrownsVaries up to $200 copay Orthodontics: Comprehensive Treatment- Child$1,950 copay plus start-up fees and retention Comprehensive Treatment- Adult$2,250 copay plus start-up fees and retention Annual Maximum:Unlimited PSBP Dental DHMO Plan Health Net of California Dental Benefits Health Net DHMO Postdoctoral Scholar Pays Deductible:None Diagnostic and Preventative Care: Routine Oral ExamsNo charge Routine Teeth CleaningsNo charge Routine X-RaysNo charge Basic Procedures: FillingsVaries up to $80 copay Oral SurgeryVaries up to $130 copay EndodonticsVaries up to $150 copay PeriodonticsVaries up to $300 copay Major Procedures: CrownsVaries up to $200 copay Orthodontics: Comprehensive Treatment- Child$1,950 copay plus start-up fees and retention Comprehensive Treatment- Adult$2,250 copay plus start-up fees and retention Annual Maximum:Unlimited

17 What is a POS Plan? When covered under a Point-of-Service (POS) plan, the member will not be assigned to a Primary Care Dentist at the time of enrollment. When covered under a Point-of-Service (POS) plan, the member will not be assigned to a Primary Care Dentist at the time of enrollment. The POS plan offers more flexibility than the HMO plan. As a result, the out-of- pocket costs tend to be higher. The POS plan offers more flexibility than the HMO plan. As a result, the out-of- pocket costs tend to be higher. There are two In-Network options. An Exclusive Provider Organization (EPO) and a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO). There is also an Out-of-Network option. The In-Network benefits (deductible, coinsurance, etc.) will be greater than the Out- of-Network benefits. There are two In-Network options. An Exclusive Provider Organization (EPO) and a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO). There is also an Out-of-Network option. The In-Network benefits (deductible, coinsurance, etc.) will be greater than the Out- of-Network benefits. The contractual agreement between the POS Plan and the Provider is on a “discounted fee for service” basis. This means that the provider who participates in the network has agreed to provide their service on an agreed upon discounted fee. The Provider who is not in the network sets their own fees and these fees are often higher than what is considered “Reasonable and Customary” fees. The contractual agreement between the POS Plan and the Provider is on a “discounted fee for service” basis. This means that the provider who participates in the network has agreed to provide their service on an agreed upon discounted fee. The Provider who is not in the network sets their own fees and these fees are often higher than what is considered “Reasonable and Customary” fees. The EPO discounts up to 50% and the PPO discounts up to 30% for procedures performed by participating providers, greatly reducing your out-of-pocket costs. The calendar year maximums are combined for the EPO and PPO at $1,700.00 per person. The calendar year maximum for out-of-network is $1,500.00 per person. The EPO discounts up to 50% and the PPO discounts up to 30% for procedures performed by participating providers, greatly reducing your out-of-pocket costs. The calendar year maximums are combined for the EPO and PPO at $1,700.00 per person. The calendar year maximum for out-of-network is $1,500.00 per person.

18 PSBP Dental POS Plan Principal Financial Group Principal EPO/PPO (In-Network) Principal PPO (Out-of-Network) Postdoctoral Scholar PaysPostdoctoral Scholar Pays Calendar Year Deductible:None$50 per person, waived for Diagnostic and Preventative Care Diagnostic and Preventative Care: Routine ExamsNo chargeNo Charge, except for the amount of Routine Teeth CleaningsNo chargethe dentist’s fee that exceeds Routine X-RaysNo charge Principal’s scheduled allowance Basic Procedures: Fillings 10% 20% of the scheduled allowance, Endodontics 10%after the deductible is met, plus Non-Surgical Periodontics 10% the amount of the dentist’s fee that Simple Oral Surgery 10% exceeds Principal’s scheduled allowance Major Procedures: Crowns 50%50% of the scheduled allowance, Bridgework 50%after the deductible is met, plus the Dentures50%amount of the dentist’s fee that Complex Oral Surgery 50% exceeds Principal’s scheduled allowance Orthodontia (Adult and Child): $1,000 Lifetime Maximum50%50% of the scheduled allowance, after the deductible is met, plus the amount of the dentist’s fee that exceeds Principal’s scheduled allowance PSBP Dental POS Plan Principal Financial Group Principal EPO/PPO (In-Network) Principal PPO (Out-of-Network) Postdoctoral Scholar PaysPostdoctoral Scholar Pays Calendar Year Deductible:None$50 per person, waived for Diagnostic and Preventative Care Diagnostic and Preventative Care: Routine ExamsNo chargeNo Charge, except for the amount of Routine Teeth CleaningsNo chargethe dentist’s fee that exceeds Routine X-RaysNo charge Principal’s scheduled allowance Basic Procedures: Fillings 10% 20% of the scheduled allowance, Endodontics 10%after the deductible is met, plus Non-Surgical Periodontics 10% the amount of the dentist’s fee that Simple Oral Surgery 10% exceeds Principal’s scheduled allowance Major Procedures: Crowns 50%50% of the scheduled allowance, Bridgework 50%after the deductible is met, plus the Dentures50%amount of the dentist’s fee that Complex Oral Surgery 50% exceeds Principal’s scheduled allowance Orthodontia (Adult and Child): $1,000 Lifetime Maximum50%50% of the scheduled allowance, after the deductible is met, plus the amount of the dentist’s fee that exceeds Principal’s scheduled allowance

19 V ISION I NSURANCE

20 PSBP Vision PPO Plan EyeMed through Health Net of California Vision Benefits Health Net PPO (In-Network) Health Net PPO (Out of Network) Postdoctoral Scholar Pays Postdoctoral Scholar Allowance Postdoctoral Scholar Pays Postdoctoral Scholar Allowance Exam with Dilation (if necessary):$0 Copay Up to $40 Standard Plastic Lenses: Single Vision$10 Copay Up to $40 Bifocal$10 Copay Up to $60 Trifocal$10 Copay Up to $80 Lenticular$10 Copay Up to $80 Frames:$0 Copay, $120 retail allowance Up to $45 for any frame, plus 20% off balance over allowance Lens Options: UV Coating$15 N/A Tint (solid and gradient)$15 N/A Standard Scratch Resistant$15 N/A Standard Progressive$45 N/A Conventional Contact Lenses:$105 allowance toward contacts, Up to $105 plus 15% discount off balance over allowance Frequency: ExaminationOnce Every 12 Months Lenses or Contact LensesOnce Every 12 Months FrameOnce Every 24 Months

21 L IFE AND AD & D I NSURANCE

22 PSBP Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Plan The Standard Insurance Company PSBP Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Plan The Standard Insurance Company The plan pays $50,000 in the event of a death. The plan pays $50,000 in the event of a death. The plan pays an additional $50,000 in the event of an Accidental Death. The plan pays an additional $50,000 in the event of an Accidental Death. AD&D Seat Belt Benefit – Up to $10,000 is payable for death as a result of a car accident while wearing a seat belt. AD&D Seat Belt Benefit – Up to $10,000 is payable for death as a result of a car accident while wearing a seat belt. Accelerated Benefit Provision – Allows eligible members who are terminally ill to receive an early allocation of up to 75% of their group life insurance benefit. Accelerated Benefit Provision – Allows eligible members who are terminally ill to receive an early allocation of up to 75% of their group life insurance benefit. All Postdoctoral Scholars (Title Code 3252, 3253 and 3254) are automatically enrolled in the Life and AD&D insurance. All Postdoctoral Scholars (Title Code 3252, 3253 and 3254) are automatically enrolled in the Life and AD&D insurance.

23 S HORT - T ERM D ISABILITY I NSURANCE

24 PSBP Short-Term Disability Plan The Standard Insurance Company The plan will pay 70% of the first $1,429 weekly pre-disability earnings. The plan will pay 70% of the first $1,429 weekly pre-disability earnings. The maximum weekly benefit is $1,000 per week. The maximum weekly benefit is $1,000 per week. The minimum benefit is $25.00. The minimum benefit is $25.00. The benefit waiting period is 0 days for disability caused by an accidental injury and 7 days for disability caused by sickness or pregnancy. The benefit waiting period is 0 days for disability caused by an accidental injury and 7 days for disability caused by sickness or pregnancy. The maximum benefit period is 180 days. The maximum benefit period is 180 days. The plan covers non-occupational disability only. The plan covers non-occupational disability only. All Postdoctoral Scholars (Title Code 3252, 3253 and 3254) are automatically enrolled in the STD plan. All Postdoctoral Scholars (Title Code 3252, 3253 and 3254) are automatically enrolled in the STD plan.

25 Repatriation & Medical Evacuation Coverage International Postdocs and their dependents are not required to purchase supplemental coverage for their J1 and J2 Visa requirements. The PSBP Short- Term Disability plan satisfies these requirements even if the Postdoc waives the medical, dental, or vision coverage. International Postdocs and their dependents are not required to purchase supplemental coverage for their J1 and J2 Visa requirements. The PSBP Short- Term Disability plan satisfies these requirements even if the Postdoc waives the medical, dental, or vision coverage.

26 Voluntary L ONG - T ERM D ISABILITY I NSURANCE

27 PSBP Voluntary Long-Term Disability Plan The Standard Insurance Company This benefit is voluntary and is paid 100% by the Postdoctoral Scholar. This benefit is not an open enrollment choice and is only available during your period of initial eligibility. If you decide to enroll at a later date, you will have to complete a medical questionnaire and you may be declined or approved. This process may take as long as fifteen weeks. This benefit is voluntary and is paid 100% by the Postdoctoral Scholar. This benefit is not an open enrollment choice and is only available during your period of initial eligibility. If you decide to enroll at a later date, you will have to complete a medical questionnaire and you may be declined or approved. This process may take as long as fifteen weeks. The Benefit Waiting Period is 180 days of disability. This program starts when the Short Term Disability ends. The Benefit Waiting Period is 180 days of disability. This program starts when the Short Term Disability ends. The plan will pay 60% of the first $7,500 of your monthly pre-disability earnings. The plan will pay 60% of the first $7,500 of your monthly pre-disability earnings. The maximum monthly benefit is $4,500. This benefit is reduced by deductible income such as workers’ compensation. The maximum monthly benefit is $4,500. This benefit is reduced by deductible income such as workers’ compensation. Once approved, benefits are payable each month while you are disabled up to age 65. The benefit maximum is graded according to the Age Discrimination Employment Act, if you are disabled after age 62. Once approved, benefits are payable each month while you are disabled up to age 65. The benefit maximum is graded according to the Age Discrimination Employment Act, if you are disabled after age 62. The Long Term Disability Insurance Monthly Premium is $7.95. The Long Term Disability Insurance Monthly Premium is $7.95.

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29 The Open Enrollment Process

30 The PDS should go to the Garnett-Powers & Associates website at www.garnett-powers.com/postdoc/ and click on the “Enrollment” link and then the sub link “Open Enrollment”. The PDS should go to the Garnett-Powers & Associates website at www.garnett-powers.com/postdoc/ and click on the “Enrollment” link and then the sub link “Open Enrollment”. www.garnett-powers.com/postdoc/ You may qualify to make open enrollment changes through At Your Service Online (the university’s online enrollment system) even if you did not enroll through AYSO initially. You may qualify to make open enrollment changes through At Your Service Online (the university’s online enrollment system) even if you did not enroll through AYSO initially. The PDS should then click on the “Open Enrollment Instructions” link and print them out for assistance with completing the enrollment form properly. The instructions will guide you through the appropriate parts of the form that need to be completed to reflect your changes for 01/01/13. The PDS should then click on the “Open Enrollment Instructions” link and print them out for assistance with completing the enrollment form properly. The instructions will guide you through the appropriate parts of the form that need to be completed to reflect your changes for 01/01/13. Once the instructions are in hand, click on “Open Enrollment Form”. The enrollment form must be completed online. Once the instructions are in hand, click on “Open Enrollment Form”. The enrollment form must be completed online. When the enrollment form is complete, the PDS must confirm that s/he has read and understands the “COBRA Initial Notification” as required by federal regulations. When the enrollment form is complete, the PDS must confirm that s/he has read and understands the “COBRA Initial Notification” as required by federal regulations.

31 The Open Enrollment Process, cont. Please submit your completed enrollment form with your open enrollment changes to your appropriate campus contact no later than 5:00pm November 20, 2012. Please submit your completed enrollment form with your open enrollment changes to your appropriate campus contact no later than 5:00pm November 20, 2012. If changes are made at open enrollment, ID cards will be mailed to the Postdoctoral Scholar’s home address. If changes are made at open enrollment, ID cards will be mailed to the Postdoctoral Scholar’s home address. If you are not making any changes, you do not need to take any action. Your current enrollment will remain the same. If you are not making any changes, you do not need to take any action. Your current enrollment will remain the same. If the PDS (Title Code 3252, 3253 and 3254) chooses not to participate in the PSBP, s/he must complete the waiver portion of the enrollment form and turn it into the Departmental Postdoc Administrator. If the PDS (Title Code 3252, 3253 and 3254) chooses not to participate in the PSBP, s/he must complete the waiver portion of the enrollment form and turn it into the Departmental Postdoc Administrator. All PDS (Title Code 3252, 3253 and 3254) will be enrolled for the Short Term Disability and Life Insurance plans. All PDS (Title Code 3252, 3253 and 3254) will be enrolled for the Short Term Disability and Life Insurance plans.

32 Postdoc Contributions

33 PDS Monthly Contributions For The HMO Medical Plan Effective 1-1-2013 the PDS will make the following monthly contribution if enrolled in the Medical HMO Plan: Effective 1-1-2013 the PDS will make the following monthly contribution if enrolled in the Medical HMO Plan: Coverage TypeMonthly Contribution Postdoc Only$8.50 Postdoc Only$8.50 Postdoc + Spouse or Domestic Partner$30.59 Postdoc + Spouse or Domestic Partner$30.59 Postdoc + Child(ren)$14.87 Postdoc + Child(ren)$14.87 Postdoc + Spouse + Child(ren)$38.87 Postdoc + Spouse + Child(ren)$38.87

34 PDS Monthly Contributions For The PPO Medical Plan Effective 1-1-2013 the PDS will make the following monthly contribution if enrolled in the Medical PPO Plan: Effective 1-1-2013 the PDS will make the following monthly contribution if enrolled in the Medical PPO Plan: Coverage TypeMonthly Contribution Postdoc Only$20.00 Postdoc Only$20.00 Postdoc + Spouse or Domestic Partner$40.00 Postdoc + Spouse or Domestic Partner$40.00 Postdoc + Child(ren)$40.00 Postdoc + Child(ren)$40.00 Postdoc + Spouse + Child(ren)$60.00 Postdoc + Spouse + Child(ren)$60.00

35 The Collection Process Postdoctoral Scholars with sufficient funds, will have their contributions deducted from their checks via the payroll system. Postdoctoral Scholars with sufficient funds, will have their contributions deducted from their checks via the payroll system. Postdoctoral Scholars with insufficient funds, will have their contributions collected via invoice through GPA. Postdoctoral Scholars with insufficient funds, will have their contributions collected via invoice through GPA. GPA will collect contributions for the HMO and PPO Medical plans and the Voluntary Long Term Disability plan. GPA will collect contributions for the HMO and PPO Medical plans and the Voluntary Long Term Disability plan.

36 Family Member Eligibility Family member eligibility requirements are the same as the family member eligibility requirements for the UC Faculty and Staff plans. The major family member categories are the following: Family Member Eligibility Family member eligibility requirements are the same as the family member eligibility requirements for the UC Faculty and Staff plans. The major family member categories are the following: Spouse Spouse Natural or adopted child or children to age 26 for medical plans (unless eligible to continue coverage because of disability). Adult age children are not eligible to enroll if they are eligible for their own employer-sponsored plan. Natural or adopted child or children to age 26 for medical plans (unless eligible to continue coverage because of disability). Adult age children are not eligible to enroll if they are eligible for their own employer-sponsored plan. Same-sex domestic partner Same-sex domestic partner Opposite-sex domestic partner (per AB205) Opposite-sex domestic partner (per AB205) Note: When two family members are employed through the UC, duplicate coverage is not allowed.

37 Enrollment, Change, Cancellation or Waiver Forms for Postdocs: Please send to: Nelson Hall nhall@berkeley.edu 643-7546 nhall@berkeley.edu Garnett-Powers & Associates (PSBP) Forms Processing

38 UCB Information Sources UCB Postdoctoral Benefits Coordinator: Nelson Hall 2199 Addison St., Room 192, Berkeley, CA 94720-3540 510-643-7546 nhall@berkeley.edu

39 Information Sources Website: Garnett-Powers’ PSBP website Website: Garnett-Powers’ PSBP website www.garnett-powers.com/postdoc www.garnett-powers.com/postdocwww.garnett-powers.com/postdoc Toll Free Phone: Garnett-Powers’ PSBP customer service Toll Free Phone: Garnett-Powers’ PSBP customer service800-254-1758 Email Address: Garnett-Powers’ email address Email Address: Garnett-Powers’ email address PSBP@garnett-powers.com


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