Benefits Information Sessions Begin April 28

To help employees navigate their benefit options for the new plan year, various information sessions explaining specific benefit topics will be held starting on Monday, April 28.

According to Donna Steed, assistant director of human resources-benefits, choosing the right health plan for one’s family is one of the most important decisions an employee can make. “It’s not always easy for an employee to determine the best coverage for their family, which is why we encourage those who need help comparing plans to register for one of the upcoming sessions and speak directly with plan representatives.”

The deadline for enrollment is midnight on Friday, May 23.

For plan details and price tags, the Benefits Overview booklet is available online via the benefits office website. Employees can register for the information sessions listed below or contact the benefits office at 412.396.5106 for more information.

All sessions are open to all benefits-eligible employees and their spouses, and will be held in Room 205 of the Power Center:

Information Sessions

  • High Deductible Health Plan and Health Savings Account

Thursday, May 1, at 9 a.m. and Wednesday, May 14, at noon

This session is designed as an overview of the high-deductible health plan and health savings account. It will provide a thorough explanation of the high-deductible health plan and health savings account, Cigna member resources, preventive care and FAQs.

  • CIGNA OAP (Open Access Plan)

Thursday, May 1, at noon, and Wednesday, May 14, at 9 a.m.

Learn more about the Cigna OAP (Open Access Plan) medical plans. Topics include a plan review, an overview of Cigna member resources, preventive care and FAQs.

  • UPMC EPO

Monday, April 28, at 9 a.m. and Tuesday, May 13, at noon

This session will provide an opportunity to learn about the UPMC medical plan. Topics include plan review, overview of the UPMC member website, preventive care and FAQs.

  • Metlife Dental PDP Plus Plan

Monday, April 28, at noon and Tuesday, May 13, at 9 a.m.

Employees will learn more about the MetLife PDP Plus plan during a discussion of the overall plan, in-network and out-of-network features, how to find a network provider, an overview of member resources, preventive care and FAQs.

  • VSP Choice (Vision Service Plan)

Wednesday, April 30, at noon and Thursday, May 8, at 9 a.m.

This session is designed to provide employees with an opportunity to learn more about the vision plan. Topics include the plan design, plan options, overview of VSP member resources, in-network and out-of-network features, how to find a network provider and FAQs.