blog posts Prescription Drug Vendor Will Change for Certain Health Plans, Effective July 1 Jun 24, 2015 8:30 am836 views Important information for participants in the Quality Care Health Plan (QCHP), HealthLink OAP, or Coventry OAP. Q & A for Reconsidering Retirement May 19, 2014 2:00 pm1472 views Important information if you are reconsidering your retirement. QCHP and QCDP Claim Payment Delay Notice Oct 6, 2009 8:30 am35 views Please see the CMS website for information regarding claim payment delays with the Quality Care Health Plan (QCHP) and the Quality Care Dental Plan (QCDP). QCHP and QCDP Claim Payment Delays Oct 7, 2011 10:30 am25 views View this news item for information on QCHP and QCDP claim payment delays. QCHP and QCDP Claim Payment Delays Dec 7, 2010 11:15 am15 views There are claim payment delays under the Quality Care Health Plan (QCHP) and Quality Care Dental Plan (QCDP). QCHP Changes Effective 3/1/2011 Jan 19, 2011 12:00 pm14 views Effective March 1, 2011, changes are being implemented in the Quality Care Health Plan (QCHP). Reminder - FY12 Benefit Choice (NESSIE) Enrollment Period will end on June 17 Jun 7, 2011 10:15 am13 views If you currently participate in a discontinued health plan and have not yet made your Benefit Choice election, please do so soon. Reminder: New State Benefits System "MyBenefits Marketplace" Sep 28, 2016 11:30 am2433 views "MyBenefits Marketplace" will go live September 30. Watch for the CMS letter to arrive soon via postal mail with your new CMS-issued Employee ID Number. Retail Maintenance Pharmacy Network Changes effective 9/20/2010 Aug 31, 2010 8:30 am38 views The Retail Maintenance Pharmacy Network for the Quality Care Health Plan, Health Alliance Illinois, Humana-Winnebago and HealthLink OAP will be changing significantly effective 09/20/2010. Retirees: Medicare-Eligible Fall Open Enrollment Nov 25, 2013 3:00 pm486 views Are you a Medicare-Eligible SURS retiree? See these CMS & SURS resources for help with the TRAIL Program and Fall Open Enrollment. Retirement and Investment Seminars Mar 11, 2013 11:45 am191 views Free retirement and investment seminars on various campuses will be offered see full message for details. Retirement Planning Seminars April 4th - 8th Mar 11, 2016 1:00 pm1341 views Free retirement and investment planning seminars will be held in April by Fidelity Investments, TIAA, and SURS. All University of Illinois employees are invited to attend – registration is required. Review Your Benefit Statement Today Apr 12, 2013 3:00 pm6304 views The Benefits Choice period will begin on May 1 and now would be a good time for you to review your insurance benefit information online. Rush Health Associates Nov 19, 2010 12:00 pm28 views HMO Illinois participants who have selected Rush Health Associates #332 (Rush) as their medical group provider: Please be aware of possible contract changes effective January 1, 2011. Same-Sex Spouses: Deadline Approaching For CMS Insurance Oct 4, 2013 3:15 pm377 views Important benefit information if you have a CMS health plan AND have entered into a same-sex marriage prior to September 16, 2013. Save on Taxes with Your University Benefits! Apr 21, 2016 2:30 pm1447 views The average FSA participant saves hundreds of dollars annually. Learn how you can too! Savings Bond Enrollment Opportunity Sep 17, 2009 8:30 am6 views A representative from National Bond and Trust will be available on the Urbana campus to answer questions and assist with enrollments. Savings Bonds Enrollment Opportunity Sep 4, 2009 8:30 am12 views Savings Bonds Enrollment Opportunity Significant Pension Reform Bill Passes Illinois General Assembly Dec 4, 2013 3:45 pm1943 views View the SURS Pension Reform Summary and emails from President Easter. Springfield Campus: Attend a Benefit Choice Computer Lab Session Jun 2, 2011 10:00 am13 views Open computer lab sessions are available to assist employees with making their Benefit Choice changes in NESSIE. Springfield Campus: Attend a Benefit Choice Computer Lab Session Jun 8, 2011 10:15 am20 views Open computer lab sessions are available to assist employees with making their Benefit Choice changes in NESSIE. State Dental Insurance Claim Update Oct 4, 2016 2:00 pm11149 views State says nine weeks of claims will be released for both in-network and out-of-network dentists. State Health Insurance Eligibility Audit – Letters Arriving Soon Sep 15, 2015 3:00 pm690 views CMS is conducting an audit to ensure that only eligible dependents are covered on state health insurance plans. Learn what to expect if you have dependents covered under your insurance. State Health Plan: Are you covering someone who is not eligible? May 26, 2015 6:00 am492 views Before June 1, take a moment to review your covered dependent(s). Statement from PersonalCare Sep 28, 2011 10:15 am7 views Statement from PersonalCare State Universities Retirement System (SURS) Launches New Website Apr 16, 2013 8:00 am2681 views The SURS website has undergone a major renovation. SURS Money Purchase Factors Change Effective July 2, 2012 Sep 1, 2011 11:30 am294 views SURS announces changes to Money Purchase factors used to determine monthly annuity benefits. SURS Retirement Planning Seminars on the Urbana Campus Sep 7, 2011 11:30 am20 views Register now for on-campus seminars presented by SURS on September 16 & 27. SURS Retirement Seminars October 24 - 27 Oct 3, 2016 11:30 am1332 views Learn about your benefits and preparing for retirement in the SURS plans. Temporary relocation during remodeling, for Chicago UPB Payroll Customer Service and UPB Benefits Office Oct 26, 2012 10:30 am44 views Temporary address change for UPB Payroll and Benefits Office effective October 19, 2012 Understanding QCHP payment delay and your options Mar 26, 2013 11:45 am2384 views Understand the ongoing QCHP payment delay and options that may be available. University Advocates for Employees in Managed Care Decision May 19, 2011 12:30 pm13 views We are voicing your concerns about access to trusted physicians and specialists, affordability of coverage, and continuity of care. University Opposes Elimination of Tuition Waivers for Children of Long-Term Employees Mar 19, 2012 10:30 am67 views University of Illinois joins other state universities and labor organizations in opposing HB5531. University Payroll and Benefits Chicago Phone Number Update Jan 12, 2017 8:30 am2325 views Having trouble calling the UPB Chicago office? University Payroll and Benefits (UPB) Customer Service Hours Change Nov 14, 2012 10:45 am1079 views Effective November 19, 2012, the UPB offices on all campuses will change their customer service hours. UPB Benefit Choice Employee Information Sessions Apr 29, 2014 4:45 pm1315 views UPB Benefits office offers Benefit Choice Employee Information Sessions on the Urbana and Springfield campuses. (Updated 5/1/14) Update: CMS Claim Payment Delay Oct 19, 2016 11:30 am3661 views Additional information available on claim release dates for the QCHP, OAPs, and Dental plan. Updated State Benefits Handbook Now Available Jul 24, 2015 9:30 am803 views Review this detailed guide to State of Illinois health, dental, vision, life insurance, and more employee programs! Updated State of Illinois Benefits Handbook Dec 16, 2011 10:30 am115 views New Benefits Handbooks are available online for employees and retirees. Update: Impact of State Budget on Employee Group Insurance Sep 17, 2015 5:15 pm292 views While the State budget impasse is delaying payments, many healthcare providers are "business as usual" and requiring only normal copays or co-insurance at the time of service. Update: State Budget and Employee Group Insurance Apr 27, 2016 2:45 pm3434 views The University continues to monitor the impact of the State budget impasse on employee health insurance. Update: State of Illinois Managed Care Plans Apr 19, 2011 12:15 pm26 views University of Illinois President Michael Hogan sent a letter to the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services to communicate the impact of the State's recent managed care plan decision upon the University. Update: State Pension Legislation May 31, 2011 11:15 am9 views Recent events include President Hogan's testimony before the House of Representatives on the pension changes proposed in SB 512 and a statement by lawmakers postponing consideration of pension changes. Update Your Mailing Address in NESSIE Jul 10, 2015 10:30 am3047 views Important dependent eligibility audit information will be mailed this Fall – will it reach you? Urbana: Attend a Health Plan Information Session Oct 11, 2011 10:15 am12 views Counselors and plan representatives will be available to answer questions about Health Plan Special Enrollment. Urbana & Springfield: OAP Information for Benefit Choice Jun 3, 2011 12:15 pm50 views View a brief overview chart and frequently asked questions about the Open Access Plan options. Urbana: Update on OSF HealthCare and Insurance - UPDATED Feb 19, 2018 11:00 am1084 views Take note of local hospital change in ownership and potential impact on your State of Illinois Group Health Insurance. Urgent Notice: 90-Day Healthcare Plans Available Now Jun 15, 2011 10:15 am11 views Agreements have been reached with some current providers, including Health Alliance and HealthLink OAP. Faculty and staff can make changes or reset their choice in NESSIE. Urgent Notice: Additional 90-Day Healthcare Plans Available Now Jun 16, 2011 10:15 am11 views Agreements have been reached with PersonalCare HMO and PersonalCare OAP. Faculty and staff can make changes or reset their choice in NESSIE. Urgent Notice: Benefit Choice End Date & Health Carriers Announced May 23, 2012 10:30 am34 views CMS released an official announcement on the June 15, 2012 Benefit Choice end date and updated the list of health carriers.
