Changes to Benefits

With exception of a Life Event, it is not possible to change health insurance plans outside of the Open Enrollment Period.

OPEN ENROLLMENT

The annual Open Enrollment Period is typically during the month of April.  Exact dates will be announced by the HR-Benefits Division.  

During Open Enrollment employees may renew, change, or update their health insurance plan.

LIFE EVENTS

Employees are responsible for updating their benefits by submitting the appropriate life event (e.g., adoption, birth, death, divorce, dissolution of marriage, etc.) within 31 days of the event.  

• Simply adding a dependent will not update your benefits.  
• Any benefit changes must be aligned with the qualifying life event and be submitted HR-Benefits Division within 31 days of the event date. 
• A Benefits Enrollment Form must be accompanied by supporting documentation such as marriage certificate, divorce decree, birth certificate, death certification or other relevant documents depending on the nature of the life event. 
• Failure to submit timely notification may affect a dependent's eligibility for health care coverage and could result in your financial responsibility for medical expenses incurred by ineligible dependents.