

Benefits Guide

County Board of Education
a comprehensive and valuable benefits program to all eligible employees. Our benefits package is designed to provide security and assistance during a time of need. Please become familiar with the various options and select the best coverage for the upcoming plan year.
Eligibility
Benefits Eligible Employees:
Full-time employees working 20 or more hours a week and bus drivers working 15 or more hours a week.
Eligible family members may be enrolled under certain plans when elected by the employee
Eligible family members include:
Your legally married spouse
Your unmarried children who are your natural children, stepchildren, adopted children, or children for whom you have legal custody (age restrictions may apply) up to the age of 26. Disabled children age 26 or older who meet certain criteria may continue on your health coverage.
When Do Benefits Begin?
The effective date of coverage for benefits depends on your hire date. Typically, benefits will begin the first of the month following 30 days of employment.
For all benefits, employees must be actively at work on the effective date of coverage. New hires must complete enrollment within 30 days of hire date, prior to effective date of coverage.
Supporting documentation is required to be submitted to process qualifying life events
Waiving Coverage
Employees who choose to waive/decline any benefits for themselves or their dependents will not be eligible to enroll until open enrollment for each plan without a Qualifying Life Event.
Additional Rules:
Specific employee and dependent eligibility rules are governed by each plan’s policy document/certificate; available on the employee benefits website, or by contacting Campus Benefits.
When Do Benefits End?
Upon termination of employment, the benefits end date may vary by benefit, but typically end at the end of your last month of employment coinciding with your last payroll deduction. Please consult with a Campus Benefits advisor on your specific end date and portability options for any current coverages.
Important Notes:
This guide is presented for illustrative purposes only and is not intended to offer insurance advice. It is important to review each benefit’s summary plan description (SPD) and other carrier materials before making any selections. Remember: Review the plan options and/or update beneficiaries annually for all benefits including Basic Life and Voluntary Term Life & AD&D.
Disclaimer: The Benefits Guide is provided for illustrative purposes only and actual benefits and/or premiums may change after printing. Eligibility, benefits, limitations, services, premiums, claims processes and all other features & plan designs are offered and governed exclusively by the insurance provider or vendor contract and associated Summary Plan Description (SPD). All employees should review carrier documents posted on your employer’s benefits website or request documents before electing coverage.
Carefully review your plan options and consider which ones best meet your needs. Make elections during the assigned enrollment period to receive coverage for the coming year. Enrollment requires dependent information, including Social Security Numbers and dates of birth. 3
When can I change my benefits?
Employee benefit elections are allowed as a new hire and during the annual open enrollment period The selected benefits will remain in effect throughout the plan year Plan year is from July 1st to December 31st.
Each year, during Open Enrollment, you will have the opportunity to make changes to your benefit elections for yourself and your covered dependents. Outside of Open Enrollment, you must experience a qualifying event that satisfies federal regulations outlined below:
Marriage, legal separation or divorce
Birth or adoption of a child
Death of a covered dependent
Loss or gain of other coverage (e.g. spouse loses job-based coverage)
Change in employment status (e.g. full-time to part-time or vice versa)
Change in dependent eligibility (e.g. child turns 26 and ages out of coverage)
Relocation that affects coverage options (e.g. moving out of a plan’s service area)
Court order requiring coverage for a dependent (e.g. through legal guardianship or custody)
Entitlement to Medicare
IMPORTANT
NOTE: You will need to submit supporting documentation to process your life event. Please keep any records of the above occurrences.
Wellness and Health Management: Preventive Care
Understanding the full value of covered benefits allows you to maintain good health and build healthy habits.
Through State Health Benefit Plan (SHBP), preventive services recommended by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force are covered at 100% under the Affordable Care Act (i.e. Health Care Reform) when using in-network providers. Disclaimer:
Which Preventive Care Services are Covered?
Routine Physical Exam
Well Woman Visits
Routine Bone Density Test
Routine Gynecological Exam
Obesity Screening and Counseling
Routine Prostate Test
Routine Mammograms
Smoking Cessation
Health Counseling for STDs and HIV
Screening and Counseling for Domestic Violence
Well Baby and Child Care
Immunizations
Routine Breast Exam
Screening for Gestational Diabetes
Routine Colonoscopy
Routine Lab Procedures
Routine Pap Smear
Health Education/Counseling Services
Testing for HPV and HIV
See SHBP page for additional details
Health Insurance 101
In-Network vs. Out-of-Network
In-Network providers have contracts with health plans to offer services at discounted rates. Out-of-Network providers are not contracted and rates are higher.
Explanation of Benefits (EOB)
A statement from the insurance provider showing what was billed, what the plan paid, and what you may still owe An EOB is not a bill.
Summary of Benefits and Coverage (SBC)

A standardized overview of what the plan covers, costs, and examples of how the plan would pay for common medical situations.

Qualifying Life Event (QLE)
Qualified life change that allows midyear benefit changes.
Reasonable & Customary
Typical cost for services in your area.
Before enrolling, take a moment to review these key terms to better understand and navigate the benefits options with confidence.
See your specific plan summary for additional details.
Premium



Amount you pay for coverage, which is separate from the deductible and out-of-pocket maximum.
Copayment
A fixed amount you pay for services that counts towards your out-ofpocket maximum, not the deductible.
Deductible

Amount paid for covered services before your insurance plan starts to pay on your behalf.
Coinsurance
The percentage paid after meeting the deductible.

Out-of-Pocket Maximum (OOPM)
The highest amount paid annually for covered services. Afterwards, the plan pays 100% (with minimal exceptions).

Preventive Care
Routine services like check-ups, immunizations, and screenings for adults and children.
Service Hub/Support Center
How to File a Claim:


Enrollment in Benefits - Take Action
New User Registration
Step 2: Click Enroll/Login tab and complete your enrollment
Need help? Click Campus Connect tab to send in questions OR call 1.866.433.7661, opt. 5
1. Register as a new user and enter: First Name Last Name Company Identifier: JCS2025 PIN: Last 4 Digits of SSN Birthdate
2.Click Next
3. Create login credentials (see FAQ)
4 Click Register then Login
5. Enter Username and Password
6. Click Start Benefits to begin enrollment
Frequently Asked Questions
What is my username?
Important Notes: Plan Year is 7/1 - 12/31
Annual open enrollment occurs in the spring (April/May) After the 2026 enrollment, annual enrollment will occur each fall
The default username is your work email or the email on file with HR, unless you have changed it.
What is my password?
Create or reset your password on the login page. It must be at least 6 characters and include a number and symbol. Disclaimer:
Enrollment in Benefits - Take Action
There are two separate benefit enrollments: 1. Campus Benefits (Dental, Vision, Life, Disability etc.) 2. State Health Benefit Plan (Medical)
State
Enrollment
Compare Plan Options:
Health Maintenance Organization (HMO)
In-network providers only (except for emergency care) Preventive care covered at 100%.
Co-pays for certain services. Some services subject to deductible and co-insurance.
Verify your provider is innetwork before enrolling.
Need help? Refer to the SHBP section of the guide for additional details OR call SHBP at 1.800.610.1863.
Important Notes: Plan Year is 1/1 - 12/31
Annual open enrollment occurs in the fall (October/November) Registration Code: SHBP-GA
Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
First-dollar coverage for eligible medical and pharmacy expenses and is funded by SHBP No co-pay You pay deductible and co-insurance.
Preventive care covered at 100% with in-network providers.
You must meet separate innetwork and out-of-network deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums.
High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)
Large in-network and out-ofnetwork coverage statewide and nationwide.
Lower monthly premium. Includes HSA to save money tax deferred and help offset plan costs.
Preventive care covered at 100% with in-network providers.
Disclaimer: The Benefits Guide is provided for illustrative purposes only and actual benefits and/or premiums may change after printing. Eligibility, benefits, limitations, services, premiums, claims processes and all other features & plan designs are offered and governed exclusively by the insurance provider or vendor contract and associated Summary Plan Description (SPD). All employees should review carrier documents posted on your employer’s benefits website or request documents before electing coverage.
Medical Plan (State Health Benefit Plans)
Jefferson County Board of Education offers all eligible employees health insurance through the Georgia State Health Benefit Plan. During the annual open enrollment, employees have the opportunity to review all available options and make elections for the upcoming plan year.
Coverage through Anthem/BCBS of GA, United Healthcare, or Kaiser Permanente*
All qualifying life events must be submitted directly to State Health Benefit Plan via the SHBP Portal Kaiser Permanente* is available in the Metro Atlanta Service Area and Athens-Clarke, in-network only Transferring from another school district: You will not be able to make changes until the next open enrollment period, unless it is a qualifying life event.
The information provided is an overview; please see the SHBP summary plan descriptions on the benefits website for detailed listing of services in their entirety.
SHBP Enrollment Portal:
www.shbp.georgia.gov/enrollment-portal
How to Enroll:
Go to website above
Enter your Username and Password and click Login If you need assistance, click on “Forgot User ID?” or “Forgot Your Password?”
If you have not registered, click “Register Here” Your registration code is SHBP-GA.
SHBP Wellness Portal: www.bewellshbp.com
SHBP Decision Guide:
This Guide provides a brief explanation about each health benefit option, a benefit comparison guide, and a list of things to consider before making plan decisions Access the decision guide at www shbp georgia gov
Please review the Active Decision Guide for full incentive program details and requirements.
Anthem: members enrolled in an Anthem HRA Plan Option will receive SHBP-funded base credits at the beginning of the Plan Year. The amount funded will be based on your elected coverage tier. If you enroll in a HRA during the Plan Year, these credits will be prorated based on the elected coverage tier and the months remaining in the current Plan Year.
*KP: members enrolled in the KP Regional HMO Plan Option and their covered spouses will each receive a $500 Mastercard reward card after they each satisfy KP’s Wellness Program requirements.
**UnitedHealthcare: Spouses enrolled in an UnitedHealthcare Plan Option can now earn a 240 well-being incentive credit match. This means members and their covered spouses enrolled in an UnitedHealthcare Plan Option can each earn a 240 well-being incentive credit match with a maximum combined up to 480 well-being incentive credits matched by UnitedHealthcare for completing wellness requirements under the plan. After credits are added to your HIA, any remaining credits will rollover each plan year.
Disclaimer: The Benefits Guide is provided for illustrative purposes only and actual benefits and/or premiums may change after printing. Eligibility, benefits, limitations, services, premiums, claims processes and all other features & plan designs are offered and governed exclusively by the insurance provider or vendor contract and associated Summary Plan Description (SPD). All employees should review carrier documents posted on your employer’s benefits website or request documents before electing coverage.
Medical Plan (State Health Benefit Plans)
The table below is a high level overview, for official details and plan information please review the SHBP Decision Guide.
Medical Out of Pocket Maximum (OOPM)
Health Reimbursement Arrangement Credits (HRA)
Kaiser Permanente* is available in the Metro Atlanta Service Area and Athens-Clarke, in-network only. There is an $80 tabacco surcharge added to all rates.
Disclaimer: The Benefits Guide is provided for illustrative purposes only and actual benefits and/or premiums may change after printing. Eligibility, benefits, limitations, services, premiums, claims processes and all other features & plan designs are offered and governed exclusively by the insurance provider or vendor contract and associated Summary Plan Description (SPD). All employees should review carrier documents posted on your employer’s benefits website or request documents before electing coverage.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
What is an EAP? This is a program offered to Jefferson County Board of Education employees to provide guidance with personal issues, planning for life events or simply managing daily life which can affect your work, health and family.
Coverage
through OneAmerica
Available for all Jefferson County employees, their household members and unmarried children up to age 26
Provides support, resources, and information for personal and work-life challenges
Visit the Employee Assistance Program website to view timely articles and resources on a variety of financial, well-being, behavioral and mental health topics
CALL 1.855.387.9727 or visit Guidanceresources.com (Web ID: ONEAMERICA3)
Confidential Counseling
Helps employees address stress, relationship and other personal issues for you and your family
An in-house team of master’s level EAP professionals who are available 24/7/365 to provide individual assessments
Three sessions per year (per household) conducted by face-to-face* counseling or telehealth (text, chat, phone or video) via a secure, HIPAA compliant portal
Sessions with highly trained master’s and doctoral level clinicians about the following topics:
Stress anxiety and depression
Relationship/marital conflicts
Problems with children
Job pressures
Grief and loss
Substance abuse
Financial Information and Resources
Speak by phone with a Certified Public Accountant and Certified Financial Planner on a wide range of financial issues, including:
Getting out of debt
Credit card or loan problems
Tax questions
Retirement planning
Estate planning
Saving for college
Work-Life Solutions
Work-Life Specialists will do the research for you, providing qualified referrals and customized resources for:
Child and elder care
Moving and relocation
Making major purchases
College planning
Pet care
Home repair
GuidanceResources Online
One stop for expert information on relationships, work, school, children, wellness, financial, and more Timely articles, HelpSheets, tutorials, streaming videos and self-assessments
“Ask the Expert” personal responses to your questions
Free Online Will Preparation
EstateGuidance lets you quickly and easily write a will on your computer
Go to www.guidanceresources.com and click on EstateGuidance link
Child care, elder care, attorney and financial planner searches EAP Plan Rates
Follow the prompts to create and download your will at no COST
Name an executor to manage your estate
Choose a guardian for your children
Specify your wishes for your property
Provide funeral and burial instructions
Coverage paid for by Jefferson County Board of Education at no cost to you.
Disclaimer: The Benefits Guide is provided for illustrative purposes only and actual benefits and/or premiums may change after printing. Eligibility, benefits, limitations, services, premiums, claims processes and all other features & plan designs are offered and governed exclusively by the insurance provider or vendor contract and associated Summary Plan Description (SPD). All employees should review carrier documents posted on your employer’s benefits website or request documents before electing coverage.
Disability Plans
What is Disability Insurance? Disability insurance replaces a portion of your income if injury or illness prevents you from working, providing financial security for you and your dependents.
Coverage through OneAmerica (Employee must be actively at work on the effective date )
Short-Term Disability: Annual enrollment, no health questions every year Does not offset for sick leave, will offset for Paid Parental Leave, workers compensation, or any other outside income
Long-Term Disability: Employer paid benefit, all employees are automatically enrolled. Benefit is offset by any outside income (Social Security, sick leave, retirement, etc.)
The chart below is a sample of covered services. Please see the Plan Certificate on your Employee Benefits Website for a detailed listing of services in their entirety.
for 14 days
Pre-existing Condition Limitation
Elimination Period
Pre-existing Condition Limitation
3/6 - Any sickness or injury for which you received medical treatment, consultation, care, or services during the specified months (3 months) prior to your coverage effective date. A disability arising from any such sickness or injury will be covered only if it begins after you have performed your regular occupation on a full-time basis for the specified months (6 months) following the coverage effective date.
(Applies to new enrollees only and if moving from the 40% benefit to the 60% benefit)
Long-Term Disability Quick Summary
begin after you have been out of work due to an injury or illness for 90 calendar days
Age of
(Please note exclusions or limitations may apply; see plan certificate for details)
3/6/12 - Any sickness or injury for which you received medical treatment, consultation, care, or services during the specified months (3 months) prior to your coverage effective date. A disability arising from any such sickness or injury will be covered only if it begins after you have performed your regular occupation on a full-time basis for the specified months (12 months) following the coverage effective date, unless you go treatment free for 6 months. (Applies to new enrollees only)
Disability Plan Rates
Cost of coverage is based on your age and salary
Please consult with a Campus Benefits Counselor or log into the enrollment system for rate details
Long-Term Disability premiums are paid by Jefferson County Board of Education
Disclaimer: The Benefits Guide is provided for illustrative purposes only and actual benefits and/or premiums may change after printing. Eligibility, benefits, limitations, services, premiums, claims processes and all other features & plan designs are offered and governed exclusively by the insurance provider or vendor contract and associated Summary Plan Description (SPD). All employees should review carrier documents posted on your employer’s benefits website or request documents before electing coverage.
Short-Term Disability Quick Summary
Basic and Voluntary Term Life and AD&D Plans
What is Term Life Insurance? A life and AD&D insurance plan provides financial protection by paying a lump-sum benefit to your beneficiary in the event of your death or accidental dismemberment, helping replace lost income and support your family’s financial goals.
Coverage through OneAmerica
Voluntary Term Life only:
Only covered employees may elect dependent coverage; Dependent coverage may not exceed employee coverage amounts.
Evidence of Insurability (EOI) may be required if electing outside of initial enrollment or above guaranteed issue amounts.
The chart below is a sample of covered services. Please see the Plan Certificate on your Employee Benefits Website for a detailed listing of services in their entirety.
paid for by Jefferson
Board of Education at no cost to you.
Voluntary Life and AD&D Plan Rates
If diagnosed with a terminal illness with less than 12 months to live, you can request your benefit while still living.
Child(ren) Benefit
AD&D
Cost of coverage is based on the level of benefit you choose and your age. Spouse rate based on employee’s age. Please consult with a Campus Benefits Counselor or log into the enrollment system for rate details.
of $10,000 up to the lesser of $500,000 or 5 times annual
Increments of $5,000 up to $500,000 (100% of Employee Election)
Guaranteed Issue: $50,000
$5,000 or $10,000 Benefit
$1,000 for children Live Birth to 6 months
Guaranteed Issue: $10,000
Benefit reduces to 65% at age 70 and 45% at age 75
Reduction is based on employee age
Accelerated Life Benefit If diagnosed with a terminal illness with less than 12 months to live, you can request 75% of your benefit while still living.
Guaranteed Increase in Benefit (Future Enrollments)
Employee and Spouse:
If currently enrolled: Increase by $10,000 without an Evidence of Insurability; can go over guaranteed issue amounts.
Additional Features Seat Belt, Airbag, Repatriation, Education Benefit (See certificate for details)
If employee and spouse are both employed by Jefferson County, they cannot cover each other or double cover their dependents. Please contact Campus Benefits if you have questions regarding coverage.
Disclaimer: The Benefits Guide is provided for illustrative purposes only and actual benefits and/or premiums may change after printing. Eligibility, benefits, limitations, services, premiums, claims processes and all other features & plan designs are offered and governed exclusively by the insurance provider or vendor contract and associated Summary Plan Description (SPD). All employees should review carrier documents posted on your employer’s benefits website or request documents before electing coverage.
Get the most out of your Dental and Vision Plans
Dental and vision plans help pay a portion of costs associated with care and provide options to get the most out of these benefits.
Tips for utilizing your Vision Benefits
Look for participating vision providers online at www metlife com Network: Davis Vision
You can price shop your lens & frame providers. Take your prescription from your out-of-network provider to an in-network provider to receive the most benefit from your vision plan
Track your claims and plan usage by registering for a MetLife My Benefit Account (if enrolled in both dental and vision, you will utilize the same user name and password. Visit www.metlife.com, scroll down and select MyBenefits portal. Enter Jefferson County Board of Education as your employer/organization.
*While your plan allows you to visit any licensed vision provider, remember your benefits go further when you go in-network
Tips for utilizing your Dental Benefits
Look for participating dentist online at www guardianlife com/find-aprovider
*Your plan allows you to visit any general dentist or specialist However, you usually save more with a participating dentist.
Go to www.guardianlife.com or download the Guardian Dental & Vision Mobile App. Find providers, view claims and more. Group name: Jefferson County Board of Education
Your dentist can request a pretreatment estimate for any service that is more the $300 to help you manage your cost and care
*In-Network discounts apply even after you reach your plan’s annual maximum, reducing your out-of-pocket expense.
Dental - Early Smiles Program
Early Smiles program is available on both the Dental High and Low plans. From the time that first tooth comes in, dental care can critically impact a child’s overall health and well-being. In fact, it’s recommended that kids go in for their first oral health checkup when their baby teeth first begin to emerge or by the time of their first birthday. That’s why Guardian includes the Early Smiles benefit to help you save on dental care for your children while taking care of their health.
How does Early Smiles work?
All Preventive, Basic and Major dental services are covered at 100% for children ages 12 and under. Does not include orthodontia.
No deductible will apply; benefits can be used right away.
No waiting periods.
Can go to any dental provider in or out-of-network.
Disclaimer: The Benefits Guide is provided for illustrative purposes only and actual benefits and/or premiums may change after printing. Eligibility, benefits, limitations, services, premiums, claims processes and all other features & plan designs are offered and governed exclusively by the insurance provider or vendor contract and associated Summary Plan Description (SPD). All employees should review carrier documents posted on your employer’s benefits website or request documents before electing coverage.
Dental Plan

Dental Plan
Have major dental work coming up? Avoid a surprise bill by exploring costs of dental services in your Guardian dental account. Submit a pre-treatment estimate to stay ahead of your expenses.
Unlock your dental benefits with the Guardian dental app
On the app, you can:
Check claims, deductibles, and coverage
Find in-network dentists
See your digital ID card
See your Explanation of Benefits (EOBs)
First Time using the App?
Create an account at login guardianlife com
Download the App on the Apple App Store or Google Play
Dental Services Quick Summary (see certificate for full list of services and frequencies)
Low Plan
Preventive (100%)
Exams (2/calendar year)
Cleanings (2/calendar year)
Bitewing X-Rays (1/calendar year)
Full Mouth X-Rays (1/60 months)
High Plan
Fluoride for children up to age 14 (2/calendar year)
Sealants for children up to age 16 (1/36 months)
Basic (80%)
Fillings
Perio Maintenance Procedure (2/calendar year)
Periodontal Services (Scaling and Root Planing)
Periodontal Surgery
Simple Extractions
Complex Extractions
Endodontic Services (Root Canal)
General Anesthesia
Space Maintainers/Harmful Habit Appliances
Major (50%)
Bridges & Dentures, Single Crowns, Repair & Maintenance of Crowns, Inlays, Onlays & Veneers, TMJ
Bridges & Dentures, Single Crowns, Repair & Maintenance of Crowns, Inlays, Onlays & Veneers, TMJ, Implants
Preventive Advantage
Members have an unlimited preventive care maximum (frequency/age limitations still apply). Members obtain preventive care, including exams, cleanings, x-rays and fluoride treatments, without having the benefit deducted from their annual maximum. The entire annual maximum amount is preserved for basic and major services. Preventive care will continue to be covered even after the annual maximum is met. Preventive Advantage promotes preventive care to help keep members healthy and productive while extending the value of their annual maximum.
Disclaimer: The Benefits Guide is provided for illustrative purposes only and actual benefits and/or premiums may change after printing. Eligibility, benefits, limitations, services, premiums, claims processes and all other features & plan designs are offered and governed exclusively by the insurance provider or vendor contract and associated Summary Plan Description (SPD). All employees should review carrier documents posted on your employer’s benefits website or request documents before electing coverage.
Vision Plans
What is Vision Insurance? A health and wellness plan designed to reduce your costs for routine preventive eye care including eye exams and prescription eyewear (eyeglasses and contact lenses).
Coverage through MetLife
Provider directory: www.metlife.com/insurance/vision-insurance (Network: Davis Vision)
Claims must be submitted within 90 days of date of service
The chart below is a sample of covered services. Please see the Plan Certificate on your Employee Benefits Website for a detailed listing of services in their entirety.

confirm eligibility with participating providers, mention the network above and provide your name and date of birth.
*Click here for more information and printable version ID card (electronic guide)
Disclaimer: The Benefits Guide is provided for illustrative purposes only and actual benefits and/or premiums may change after printing. Eligibility, benefits, limitations, services, premiums, claims processes and all other features & plan designs are offered and governed exclusively by the insurance provider or vendor contract and associated Summary Plan Description (SPD). All employees should review carrier documents posted on your employer’s benefits website or request documents before electing coverage.
Hospital Indemnity Plan
What is Hospital Indemnity Insurance? Supplemental coverage that helps offset costs associated with hospital stays, whether for planned or unplanned reasons. Payments are made directly to you and benefits do not offset with medical insurance.
Coverage through Mutual of Omaha
Employee must be actively at work on the effective date Dependent children are covered up to age 26
Routine childbirth and complications from pregnancy are covered No Health Questions Every Year!
The chart below is a sample of covered services Please see the Plan Certificate on your Employee Benefits Website for a detailed listing of services in their entirety.
Hospital Indemnity Benefits Quick Summary (see certificate for full list of services and frequencies)
Plan Details
Coverage 24-Hour (On and Off the Job)
Pre-existing condition limitation
Age Reduction
Portability
None
None
Included, Prior to age 70 (employee and depemdents must be covered for at least 6 months)
Plan Benefits
Hospital and ICU Admission
Combined total of 4 admissions per policy year, separated by 30 days
Hospital Confinement
60 days per calendar year (Combined Hospital and ICU)
Daily Newborn Nursery Care Confinement
Daily Rehabilitation Facility Confinement
Mental/Nervous Facility Admission
Substance Abuse Facility Admission
Mental/Nervous Facility Confinement
Substance Abuse Confinement
Express Benefit (equal to 1 daily hospital confinement benefit)
Health Screening Benefit
Hospital - $500/admission ICU - $1,000/admission
Hospital - $100/Day ICU - $100/Day
$75/day (max 2/policy year)
$50/day (max 30/policy year)
$500/admission (1/policy year)
$500/admission (1/policy year)
$100/day (max 30/policy year; 180/lifetime max)
$100/day (max 30/policy year; 180/lifetime max)
$100/hospital admission
$50 per person per calendar year
Why Hospital Indemnity Insurance Matters?
If you’re admitted to the hospital for a planned or unexpected stay, Hospital Indemnity Insurance helps provide financial support by:
Paying a lump-sum benefit directly to you, not providers Helping cover deductibles, copays, and other out-of-pocket medical costs
Giving you flexibility to use funds for everyday expenses like housing, childcare, and transportation
Claims must be filed with the carrier for reimbursement.
Disclaimer: The Benefits Guide is provided for illustrative purposes only and actual benefits and/or premiums may change after printing. Eligibility, benefits, limitations, services, premiums, claims processes and all other features & plan designs are offered and governed exclusively by the insurance provider or vendor contract and associated Summary Plan Description (SPD). All employees should review carrier documents posted on your employer’s benefits website or request documents before electing coverage.
Accident Plan
What is Accident Insurance? Accident insurance provides direct payments to help cover medical and out-ofpocket costs from unexpected accidents, without offsetting your medical insurance.
Coverage through Mutual of Omaha
Employee must be actively at work on the effective date
No health questions - Every Year!
Payments made directly to you and benefits do not offset with medical coverage
The chart below is a sample of covered services. Please see the Plan Certificate on your Employee Benefits Website for a detailed listing of services in their entirety.
(see benefits highlight sheet and plan certificate for full list of benefits and frequencies)
on Catestrophic
(reduces to 50% at age 70) Pre-Existing Condition Limitation/Waiting Period
Prior to age 70
Accidents can happen anytime, Accident Insurance helps provide financial protection by:
Paying benefits directly to you for covered accidents
Helping offset out-of-pocket costs like deductibles, co-pays, and out-of-network care
Giving you flexibility to use funds for everyday needs such as childcare, transportation, or other unexpected expenses
the
website for a full list of covered items and instructions on how to file a claim.
Critical Illness w/Cancer Plan
What is Critical Illness Insurance? A health and wellness plan in which you receive a lump sum cash payment if diagnosed with one of the specific illnesses on the predetermined list of critical illnesses.
Coverage through Mutual of Omaha
Employee must be actively at work on the effective date Dependent children are covered up to age 26
No
health questions - Every Year!
Attained Rates - rates increase as you age and are based on your age at the time of renewal Payments made directly to you and benefits do not offset with medical coverage.
The chart below is a sample of covered services. Please see the Plan Certificate on your Employee Benefits Website for a detailed listing of services in their entirety.
for full list of
and frequencies)
Reoccurrence Benefit
90 days – Once an Initial Benefit has been paid for a Critical Illness for an Insured Person, a benefit for a reoccurrence of the same diagnosis is payable if the dates of diagnosis are separated by 90 days or more. Policy
1000% – The total amount of benefits payable for each insured person is subject to a benefit maximum of 1000% of the Critical Illness Principal Sum in effect for the insured person.
(1 per covered person, per calendar year)
Please see benefit highlight sheet or plan certificate for specific coverage percentages for each covered illness. Must be diagnosed after your effective date of coverage.
What does it cover?
Critical illnesses includes coverage for many illness and disorders. See your plan highlight sheets and policy documents for details.
Autoimmune Disorders
Cancers & Benign Tumors
Childhood Conditions
Vascular & Pulmonary Conditions
Functional Loss
Neurological Brain & Skull Conditions
Organ Conditions
Infectious Diseases
Neurological Movement Disorders
Critical Illness w/Cancer Plan Rates
Cost of coverage is based on the level of benefit you choose and your age. Spouse rate based on employee’s age. Children are automatically included in employee premium, no additional cost.
Please consult with a Campus Benefits Counselor or log into the enrollment system for rate details.
Claims must be filed with the carrier for reimbursement.
Why should I consider it?
Critical illness insurance is an affordable way to supplement and pay for additional expenses that your health insurance may not cover. The policy typically provides payments for the first and second time you’re diagnosed with a covered illness. Plus, critical illness insurance is portable and payments are made directly to you.
Wellness Incentives
What are Wellness incentives? An annual reimbursement for covered members who complete one of the eligible screening procedures on an elected Accident, Critical Illness or Hospital Indemnity plan. Available Wellness
Incentives
Adult Immunization
Bone marrow testing
CA 15-3 (blood test for breast cancer)
Carotid ultrasound
Colonoscopy
CT angiography
EKG (electrocardiogram)
Fasting blood glucose test
Flexible sigmoidoscopy
Hemoccult stool analysis
Polysomnogram (Sleep Study)
Vascular Ultrasound
Abdominal aortic aneurysm ultrasound
Angiogram
Basic or Comprehensive Metabolic Screening
Blood test for triglycerides
Body Mass Index (BMI Assessment)
Bone density screening
Breast ultrasound
CA 125 (blood test for ovarian cancer)
Cancer Testing/Screening/Biopsy
CEA (blood test for colon cancer)
Chest X-ray
Child/Adolescent Exams or Sports Physicals
Child/Adolescent Vaccines
person per year
Dental/Hearing/Physician Annual Exam
Diabetes Health Screening
Domestic Violence Screening
Double contrast barium enema
Echocardiogram (ECHO)
Genetic Testing
Hepatitis B/C Screening
Lower Extremity Ultrasound
Mammography
Mental Health Evaluation
Neurological Health Studies
Neurological Imaging Studies
Pap smear
Prenatal/Perinatal Care
PSA (blood test for prostate cancer)
Serum cholesterol test (HDL & LDL)
SPEP (blood test for myeloma)
Stress test (on a bicycle or treadmill)
Substance Abuse Screening
Thermography
Transmitted Diseases/Blood Borne Infection Screening
Vascular Ultrasound
Fax
Email completed documents to submitgrpacc@mutualofomaha.com
Mail completed documents to: 3300 Mutual of Omaha Plaza
Omaha, NE 68175
Visit www mutualofomaha com/support/forms
*Some of these benefits are only available on select accident plans Please refer to your certificate of coverage for benefits covered under your policy.
Legal Plan
What is a Legal Plan? A plan which provides valuable legal and financial educational resources for a variety of life events and needs.
Coverage through MetLife
Visit www legalplans com/why-enroll or call 800 821 6400 for additional information
Non-Members & Members create an account and select Employer for plan information (creating an account doesn’t enroll you in plans)
Additional plan information available on your Employee Benefits Website (www.jeffersonbenefits.com)
The chart below is a sample of covered services. Please see the Plan Certificate on your Employee Benefits Website for a detailed listing of services in their entirety.
Legal experts on your side, whenever you need them
Quality legal assistance can be pricey. And it can be hard to know where to turn to find an attorney to trust. For a monthly cost, you can have a team of top attorneys ready to help take care of life’s planned and unplanned legal events.
MetLife Legal Plans gives you access to the expert guidance and tools needed to handle the broad range of personal legal needs you might face throughout your life This could be when you’re buying or selling a home, starting a family, dealing with identity theft or caring for aging parents.
Why MetLife Legal Plans Matter
MetLife Legal Plans make getting legal help simple by:
Offering flexible access to attorneys in person, by phone, email, or online
Giving you the freedom to choose a network attorney or use one outside the network with reimbursement
Providing unlimited access to legal support for covered matters, with affordable payroll-deducted premiums
Helping you to navigate the most frequently needed personal legal matters:
Money Matters
Home & Real Estate
Estate Planning
Family & Personal
Civil Lawsuits
Elder-Care Issues (extends to parents/inlaws)
Traffic & Other Matters
High Plan covers the following additional benefits:
Tax Preparation Services: MetLife has partnered with TurboTax to offer tax preparation and filing services See the Tax Prep flyer on the benefits website for more details
Caregiving Support: MetLife has partnered with Family First to provide customized caregiving solutions. Receive unlimited access to a confidential team of experts who will examine your unique situation and create a holistic care plan for your loved one. See flyer on the benefits website for more details.
Visit the Jefferson Benefits Portal for a detailed list of
MedCareComplete
What is MedCareComplete? A bundle of services constructed to save you time, money, and hassle while simplifying your life.
This is a supplemental benefit and does not replace health insurance Register at MCC: Medcarecomplete com/members to access the full range of benefits
Phone number: 1-866-610-3619
Register at 1800MD: 1800md.com or 800.388.8785 to access telemedicine benefits
This is supplemental coverage and does not replace health insurance
The information below is a sample of covered services. Please see the plan documents on your Employee Benefits Website for a detailed listing of services in their entirety.
Telemedicine
Get 24/7/365 on-demand telephone access to Board-Certified physicians for diagnosis and prescriptions for common or acute illnesses. There are no copays and no limit to how many times you can utilize this feature.
Acute illnesses include but are not limited to the following:
Asthma
Fever
Headache
Infections
Sore Throat
Migraines Rashes
Bacterial Infections
Diarrhea/Constipation
Cold & Flu
Medical Bill Negotiator
Heartburn
Sinus Conditions
Urinary Tract Infections
Gout
Nausea & Vomiting
Identifies errors and overcharges on your medical bills. 80% of medical bills submitted achieve 40% savings on average.
Medication Management
For members and their families who suffer from chronic or poly-chronic conditions. The home delivery service is available for those who take more than four maintenance medications per day.
Restoration Expert
A theft risk management specialist can assess your identity theft situation, and move forward with a fully managed resolution
Expense Reimbursement
This service provides you with a $25,000 insurance policy to reimburse expenses caused by identity theft
Bronchitis Ear Infections
Joint Aches
Pink Eye Insect Bites
Medical & ID Theft Monitoring
High-risk transaction alerts can help maintain awareness when someone has breached your information online.
Compare & Save Networks
A free health and wellness discount program with a national network of over 59,000 pharmacies to help save on prescriptions Members also gain access to discounts on a wide variety of health products and services such as dental, vision, hearing, and more!
Social Media Tracking
Receive instant notifications of potential reputation damaging items directed at you or a family member, including cyber bullying, cyber predators, and more.
Sex Offender Alerts
Register for alerts to notify you of move in/outs of registered sex offenders within 5 miles of an identified address
Disclaimer: The Benefits Guide is provided for illustrative purposes only and actual benefits and/or premiums may change after printing. Eligibility, benefits, limitations, services, premiums, claims processes and all other features & plan designs are offered and governed exclusively by the insurance provider or vendor contract and associated Summary Plan Description (SPD). All employees should review carrier documents posted on your employer’s benefits website or request documents before electing coverage.



The 2026 Benefits Guide is provided for illustrative purposes only Actual benefits, services, premiums, claims processes and all other features and plan designs for coverage offered is governed exclusively by the insurance contract and associated Summary Plan Description (SPD). In case of discrepancies between this document and the insurance contract and SPD, the contract and SPD will prevail. We reserve the right to change, modify, revise, amend or terminate these plan offerings at any time. Updates, changes, and notices are available for review at www.jeffersonbenefits.com or by contacting HR or the email above. These should be reviewed fully prior to electing any benefits.
Disclosures: All required SPD, legal and plan Disclosures are posted on the Benefit Website For a written copy please contact Campus Benefits at 866-433-7661, opt. 5.