Benefit Choice ends Monday, June 1! This is your reminder to make your State benefit elections or changes for the upcoming plan year on https://MyBenefits.illinois.gov. Elections will be effective July 1, 2026.
If you want to make any changes to health, dental, or life insurance, or enroll/re-enroll in a flexible spending account (MCAP/DCAP) or health savings account (HSA), go to https://MyBenefits.illinois.gov.
If you do not want to make any changes or enroll/re-enroll in a flexible spending account or health savings account, then no action is required.
If you are retiring in the coming months, you are encouraged to make benefit elections during the current Benefit Choice period in the event your retirement plans change.
Documentation Deadline for Certain Transactions
When adding a dependent, you must upload supporting documentation by June 11, 2026. Failure to provide adequate documentation by this deadline will result in dependents not being added to your plan.
View the Submit Your Documentation communication for more information.
NOTE: We encourage you to confirm that your preferred providers participate in your chosen health plan each year. IMPORTANT NOTE FROM CMS: View the online FY 2027 Health Plan Map for the most up to date information. Changes may occur without notice.
Resources
Benefit Choice Enrollment Period Announcement (April 29 communication)
FY 2027 Benefit Choice booklet
FY 2027 Benefit Choice Member Fair Presentation Slides
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Account
How to review and verify your current elections
Submit Your Documentation (communication)
Save on Taxes with a Flexible Spending Account (communication)
Questions?
For questions about State of Illinois benefits, contact the MyBenefits Service Center. Bilingual customer service representatives are available.
- Phone: 844-251-1777 or TDD/TTY 844-251-1778
- Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. CT Monday through Friday
You may also create a service ticket or contact University Payroll & Benefits.
