Human Resource Services will host an informational session on bridging the gap from your employer health plan to Medicare. Learn how to use the Marketplace or healthcare.gov to price Affordable Care Act (ACA) compliant plans, and options such as COBRA, short term health plans, sharing programs and group plans. The hour-long session will be presented by Todd Cooper with Veridian, March 1 at noon in Gilchrist 009.
Human Resource Services will host an informational session on retiree health care options in retirement. Join us to learn about Medicare basics, supplemental plans, MedicareBlue Rx Plans (Part D), and Medicare Advantage Plans. All faculty and staff are welcome to attend. The hour-long session will be presented by Cory Tilson from Wellmark, February 6 at 10 a.m. in Gilchrist 009. Please register in advance.
Human Resource Services will host an informational session focused on how our mood impacts our eating habits and what to do about it. The population of the United States is becoming increasingly obese with each passing decade. There are many speculations about the cause of this phenomenon from an increasing sedentary lifestyle, the ready availability of high calorie foods, to stress and even sleep deprivation. However, if people ate only when they were truly hungry and stopped when they were full, there would be no obesity epidemic.
Due to an increase in COVID-19 cases, free COVID-19 test kits are now available and can be ordered through COVIDtest.gov. Four rapid test kits are available per household.
UnityPoint and MercyOne hospitals and clinics have online systems that allow patients to contact their care teams virtually. Through these platforms you are also able to request prescription refills, access test results, and read provider notes. Doctor on Demand, UNI’s option for a virtual office visit, allows 24/7 care for common symptoms.
March 15, 2023, is the last day to experience claims for your 2022 Flexible Spending Account (FSA). Make sure all claims are submitted to ASI Flex by March 31, 2023 as unused balances will be forfeited. You may use the convenient ASI Flex app or upload claims through ASIFlex.com.
As part of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), employers are required to provide the IRS Form 1095-C to employees who were offered and/or enrolled in employer health insurance. The university will mail the 1095-C to the employee’s home address on file prior to the March 2, 2023 deadline. While you DO NOT need the IRS Form 1095-C to file your 2022 tax return, you do need to keep it with your important tax documents. To show proof of health insurance coverage, UNI sends this information to the IRS on your behalf.
Human Resource Services will host an informational session focused on responsible use of alcohol. About one third of the population will drink heavily and/or engage in what is called binge drinking or drinking to intoxication. The training addresses health concerns associated with binge drinking, ways to recognize problem drinking patterns and how to drink more responsibly. The course will explore common myths associated with drinking and provide participants with resources for getting help for alcohol use problems.
Human Resource Services will host an informational session on advanced estate planning. Join us to learn about tax rules, tips, trusts, charitable giving, and UNI Foundation tools for estate planning. All faculty and staff are welcome to attend. The hour-long session will be presented by UNI Foundation and BergenKDV, January 24 at 2 p.m. in Gilchrist 009. Please register in advance.
Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Delta Dental and Principal Financial provide discounts for hearing devices and exams to our employees. Employees and their dependents have access to discounts through Blue365 and their health insurance enrollment as well as discounts with Amplifon through Delta Dental. Principal Financial offers discounts through American Hearing Benefits, Inc. (AHB) for employees, their dependents and other qualified family members.
