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DENTALBLUE INSURANCE FOR 2008 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This information applies to represented employees. For represented employees, the DentalBlue coverage is offered by the Office of Employment Relations (OSER). Note: there are identical dental plans offered to academic staff, faculty and non-represented employees by the UW System.
DentalBlue is offering an Open Enrollment Period from October 8 – 26, 2007
No action is necessary if you do not want to change plans or change coverage.
During the Open Enrollment period you may elect to: --Enroll in DentalBlue for single coverage to cover you only or you may elect to cover eligible dependents. Covering just one dependent is less expensive than covering 2 or more dependents. DentalBlue will mail you an ID card by January 1. --Change from single to family coverage or add eligible dependents not previously enrolled. DentalBlue will mail you an ID card by January 1. --Change from one of the offered plans to a different plan. These changes become effective on January 1, 2008 . If you're not sure in which plan you're enrolled, check your earnings statement. New! This fall, for the first time, the DentalBlue informational and enrollment materials are being distributed to employees electronically. Simply click on http://www.uwsa.edu/hr/benefits/ins/dentblue.htm t o review the Plan Summary of the offered plans. If you wish to review a paper copy of these materials, please come to the Human Resources Office in Dempsey 328. Be sure to review the Plan Summary and pay particular attention to the differences between the three plan options . -With the Dentacare HMO option, you must use the Dentacare HMO dental providers to receive benefits. You may change Dentacare centers twice per calendar year if you desire. The Dentacare HMO option does not include any waiting periods for coverage. -The Preferred PPO option allows you to see the dentist of your choice. However, your out-of-pocket costs will be lower if you select a dental provider who is affiliated with DentalBlue as you will receive a higher level of coverage. Note: There is a three-month waiting period for coverage of basic and major services. -The Supplemental Plan is specifically designed to wrap around your health plan's dental benefits. To be eligible for the Supplemental Plan, your health plan must provide routine diagnostic and preventative coverage. If you change health plans for 2008 and your new health plan does not cover diagnostic and preventative dental services, you must submit an application to cancel your coverage or change to the Dentacare HMO or Preferred PPO. Note: There is a three-month waiting period for coverage of basic and major services. If you are currently a represented employee and you later become a non-represented employee you must change dental coverage. Contact your campus benefit office for procedures and forms. To view the Dentacare HMO or the Preferred PPO provider directories, click here http://www.uwsa.edu/hr/benefits/ins/dentblue.htm and scroll down the page. For commonly asked questions, please see the FAQs at http://oser.state.wi.us/docview.asp?docid=5509
If you wish to enroll, change plans or add eligible dependents: • Complete the online fillable application at: http://www.bussvc.wisc.edu/ecbs/den-DentalApplication.pdf • Deliver the completed application to the Human Resources Office in Dempsey 328 no later than 4:30 p.m. on October 26, 2007 .
No action is necessary if you do not want to change plans or change coverage. Please contact one of the following Benefits staff in Human Resources if you have questions: Faculty and Academic Staff: Sabrina Johnson ( johnsosj@uwosh.edu , 424-3008)
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