The Open Enrollment period is underway (October 1 – 31), and many of you have already logged in to the EBS Portal to make your benefits selections for the 2019 period. To those go-getters who have already participated – well done!

If you’re still reviewing your options, the ALEX educational tool is a helpful resource. This easy-to-use online tool is funny, speaks in plain English (not insurance-talk), and will help you figure out which options best serve you and your family’s needs.

But What if I Still Have Questions About My Benefits Options?

We get it! Choosing your benefits can sometimes be a challenge. Which is why we’re happy to offer the Benefits Fair in October.

MSU Benefits Open Enrollment Fair

Tuesday, October 16 – Noon to 7 p.m.
Wednesday, October 17 – 7a.m. to 5p.m.
Breslin Student Events Center

Human Resources staff will be available to answer your questions and even help you enroll in your benefits on-site. Additionally, you’ll have the opportunity to talk with MSU’s benefits vendors.

If you’ve ever had questions about some of our voluntary benefits – like pet, vision or life insurance – now would be the time to ask them. Or, you can learn about the new free benefits options for employees – Livongo (Diabetes Management) and Teladoc (24/7 access to a medical professional). Find a complete list of the vendors attending on the HR website.

Don’t Forget Your Flu Shot at the Fair!

At the fair, the MSU Health Team will be administering the flu vaccine to eligible staff, faculty, retirees and their dependents. There will be no cost to those who have pharmacy insurance coverage, such as those enrolled in MSU health plans. Be sure to bring your prescription benefit card. Learn more about the flu shots here.