Open enrollment period for 2023 benefits is Oct. 24-Nov. 4

What is staying the same?

The USG is pleased to announce that there will be no employee premium increases for 2023. In addition to premiums remaining unchanged:

  • Earn up to $200 well-being credit for 2023. This program is a points-based system with additional earning activities. The new program year begins October 1, 2022. To register, visit the USG Well-Being website.
  • Diabetes management, prevention, and weight management programs continue at no cost.  These programs are provided for healthcare-enrolled members who meet program criteria. For more information, visit the Well-Being website.
  • Use Accolade for your healthcare needs. Accolade will continue to provide customized support and recommendations for employees enrolled in the Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia plans.
  • Retiree 65+ contribution to the HRA will remain at $2,736.

What is changing?

Tobacco use and working spouse monthly surcharges will increase from $100 to $150.

  • There will be one surcharge for all dependent children 18 and older who use tobacco.
  • Employee action required:  You must complete the certification of your tobacco use and working spouse (if applicable) each year during open enrollment. If you take no action during open enrollment, you will default to the surcharge. Please check your open enrollment confirmation statement to make sure you completed the certification. Corrections can be made through the end of the year via OneUSG Connect-Benefits at 844-587-4236.
  • The tobacco cessation option will be available during open enrollment for employees/dependents who are tobacco users to provide an opportunity to take a tobacco cessation program, complete the program, and have the tobacco surcharge removed. More information about tobacco cessation options is available on the tobacco and smoke-free webpage.
  • The working spouse surcharge will apply to employees who cover their working spouse under the USG plan when the spouse has an offer of coverage from their own employer. You may change/update your surcharge status at any time during the year through OneUSG Connect-Benefits. The change will be effective on the first day of the following month.
  • Change to impacted wisdom teeth coverage: Removing coverage from all healthcare plans and adding coverage to the USG dental plan.
  • Diagnostic breast exams coverage at 100% has been added to all healthcare plans.

A summary of the approved plan design changes, including increases in deductibles, out-of-pocket maximums and/or copays, as well as the plan premiums are available on the USG benefits website.

Benefits fairs

Virtual benefits fair

  • The USG virtual benefits fair with live presentations and chat will be offered throughout the open enrollment period from Oct. 24-Nov. 4. We encourage all faculty, staff, and retirees to attend a fair to learn about the changes to the benefit plans for 2023. You will receive a registration email in October for the virtual benefits fair.

In-person benefits fair

  • Date: Monday, Oct. 17
  • Time: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
  • Location: Mahler Hall, Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel

Flu shots

  • There will be a walk-in flu shot clinic at the in-person benefits fair from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. staffed by the University Health Center and College of Pharmacy.  No appointment is necessary.  Note: Kaiser Permanente members should visit a Kaiser Permanente medical facility for a no-cost flu shot.
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