Open Enrollment

• Use PEBB's New 2024 Premium Estimator Tool to determine your monthly deductions for all your PEBB benefits. 
  • There are some changes to premium costs for 2024. In total across benefits and vendor partners, premium costs will not exceed the legislative 3.4% cap. Here’s what to expect for 2024:
    • Plans with increased costs: All medical plans, Delta Dental plan, and long-term disability insurance
    • Plans for which costs will stay the same: Willamette Dental Group dental plan, life insurance, and accidental death and dismemberment insurance plans
    • Plans with decreased costs: VSP vision plans, and short-term disability insurance
• Learn more about your benefits with PEBB's New Explore Your Benefits Tool, a fun and interactive learning tool that allows you to test your benefits knowledge and earn wellness badges for smart well-being actions.
• Compare plan details with PEBB's New Online Plan Comparison Tool, use it to easily compare and understand the differences between your plan options, including copays, deductibles, coinsurance, and the cost of covered services.
• PEBB has updated it's Virtual Benefit Fair
  • New videos and downloadable PDFs to learn about benefit options,
  • Explore available resources and connect with plan providers live during scheduled times
  • Register to get into the virtual tool and you will be entered to win prizes

• Reimbursements for travel and lodging expenses - PEBB vendors will now reimburse you for eligible travel, food, and lodging expenses. Plans will reimburse expenses for the patient and one adult companion to receive treatment far from home (up to $5,000 per year). These expenses include treatment when:
  • An in-network provider isn’t available within 50 miles of the patient’s home,
  • Covered services are not available in the patient’s state, and/or
  • Treatment is recommended from a center of excellence.
• No longer cover over-the-counter (OTC) COVID-19 tests.

• Will require prior authorization if you need more than 12 physical therapy visits in a calendar year.
• Covers medications for sexual dysfunction. Your copay/coinsurance costs will vary based on the formulary tier of the drug.
• Are expanding facial electrolysis coverage to include treatment for hirsutism for female members who are diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). (Hirsutism is abnormal hair growth on a person’s face.)
• Will cover fertility drugs with no annual maximum.
• Providence Statewide Medical now includes a new massage therapy benefit. The plan will pay up to $1,000 per year for medically necessary massage therapy from a licensed provider. You’ll pay 15% after the deductible.
• Providence Choice Medical will no longer require referrals for specialists.

• Will cover medications for sexual dysfunction. Your copay/coinsurance costs will vary based on the drug formulary tier.
• Are expanding facial electrolysis coverage to include treatment for hirsutism for female members who are diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). (Hirsutism is abnormal hair growth on a person’s face.)
• Will cover fertility drugs with no annual maximum. Medical fertility is covered at 100% up to a $25,000 annual maximum.
• Are introducing a new type 2 diabetes care program: Virta. Virta’s program is focused on reversal and prevention through personalized food plans and support from medical providers, professional coaches, and digital health tools at no cost.
• Are offering a new way to access mental health care: Spring Health. Use one of their counselors to receive mental health services virtually.

• The Standard Disability Plans - PEBB is aligning our disability plan offerings with the new state Paid Family Medical Leave program, Paid Leave Oregon. This alignment means:
  • Short-Term Disability (STD): Costs for STD coverage will be significantly lower (by about 80%). This change was effective as of September 1, 2023.
  • Long-Term Disability (LTD): The cost of LTD coverage will increase slightly
• Watch a short video between PEBB and The Standard about Paid Leave Oregon and short-term disability.
• Additional information about Paid Leave Oregon can be found on the SOU Leaves Information webpage.

PROVIDENCE CHOICE &

PROVIDENCE STATEWIDE

Providence Member Services can be reached at 1-877-569-7768, Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm (open until 8 PM on October 31). Log into the myProvidence member portal for more information and to complete your HEM.

• Watch this short video from Providence to learn about Providence's 2024 medical plan details.
• Or check out this video from Providence to see all the ways to get care through Providence Health Plans.
• Providence Member website
• 2024 Plan Summary for Statewide / 2024 Member Handbook for Statewide
• 2024 Plan Summary for Choice / 2024 Member Handbook for Choice
• 2024 Member Resources Guide
• Providence Provider Search Tool

 MODA SYNERGY 

 Moda member services can be reached at 1-844-776-1593, Monday through Friday, 7:30 am - 5:30 pm. Log into the Moda Member Dashboard for more information and to complete your HEM.

• Watch this short video from Moda to learn about Moda's 2024 medical plan details.
• Moda Member website
• 2024 Plan Summary for Synergy / 2024 Member Handbook for Synergy
• 2024 Moda Synergy Brouchure
• How to Choose a PCP360
• Moda Provider Search Tool

 WILLAMETTE DENTAL

Willamette Dental can be reached at 855-433-6825 Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm. Willamette Dental will waive office the copay for new patient appointments if not previously seen by a provider. 

• Willamette Dental Plan Document
• Willamette Dental Plan Webinar
• List of Office Locations
• Submit Questions and Make Appointments with Willamette Dental

DELTA DENTAL PPO &

DELTA DENTAL PREMIER

Delta Dental can be reached at 1-844-827-7100. Delta Dental members can log into the Moda Member Dashboard for member-specific information (Delta Dental plans area administered by Moda).

• Delta Dental Provider Search Tool in Oregon (Delta Dental Nationwide Provider Search Tool)
• Watch a short video from Delta Dental
• 2024 Delta Dental PPO Handbook
• 2024 Delta Dental Premier Handbook
• 2024 Delta Dental/Moda Brocuhere 

VSP

VSP can be reached at 1-800-877-7195. For the hearing impaired, call 800-428-4833 for assistance. Log into the VSP member portal for more member-specific information.

• VSP Open Enrollment Made Easy Recording
• VSP Provider Search Tool
• Test Your Eye-Q

THE STANDARD

LIFE, DISABILITY, TRAVEL

Standard Insurance Company provides group Life, Accidental Death, and Dismemberment (AD&D), Short Term Disability, and Long Term Disability to PEBB members. The Standard can be reached at 1-800-242-1888 from 8 am - 5 pm daily. The Standard's Travel Assistance can be reached at 866-455-9188 for the  United States, Canada, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, and Bermuda, or call collect at 240-330-1380 for worldwide assistance. 

• Basic Life Insurance at a Glance ($10k automatic coverage for all members)
• Life and AD&D Benefit
• Long Term Disability 
• Short Term Disability 
• Travel Assistance
• Life Services Toolkit
• Electronic Medical History Statement (For members enrolling or increasing life insurance)

ASIFLEX

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS

The State of Oregon offers pre-tax spending programs you can use to save money. The Health Care Flexible Spending Account is a PEBB-sponsored benefit program that allows you to use pre-tax money to pay for certain out-of-pocket medical, vision, and dental expenses, and now certain over-the-counter items. Enrolling in the Health Care FSA can lead to savings of up to 40% on each dollar that is set aside for medical expenses you are going to incur anyway. The Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account allows you to save on child or elder care expenses (e.g. babysitting, daycare, in-home care for an older dependent incapable of self-care). Flexible spending account participants can file claims via the free mobile app, online by signing into your account, or by fax at 877-879-9038. Please also consider signing up for direct deposit and electronic communications via email or text as this will also reduce paper usage and wait times. ASIFlex can be reached at 800-659-3035 Monday through Friday, 5 am - 5 pm, and Saturdays 7 am -11 am, or at asi@asiflex.com. Participants can log into the ASIFlex member portal for member-specific information.

• Health Care Flexible Spending Account
  • Sign Up for the FSA Debit Card
  • Visit FSAstore.com for Eligible Over-the-Counter Items in One Place
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• List of Eligible Expenses
• Savings Calculator
• Other Useful Links

LONG TERM CARE

UNUM provides Long-Term Care coverage to members. UNUM can be reached at 1-800-227-4165. 

• Long-Term Care Highlights
• Long-Term Care Rate Calculator
• PEBB Long-Term Care Enrollment form / Long-Term Care Medical History Statement (paper forms required for UNUM)

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)

Southern Oregon University contracts with Canopy Wellbeing (formerly known as Cascade Centers, Inc.) to provide a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for eligible employees and their dependents. the EAP is a FREE and CONFIDENTIAL benefit that can assist you and your eligible family members with any personal problems, large or small. Canopy Wellbeing can be reached by phone at 800-433-2320, by text at 503-850-7721, or by email at info@canopywell.com, and is also available 27/7/365 with Crisis Care counselors.

• SOU EAP Webpage
• Summary of EAP Services
• Canopy Wellbeing EAP Member Log In

PERS

OREGON SAVINGS GROWTH PLAN 457 (OSGP)

PERS will be holding its annual Expo on October 10 and 11, members can sign up for presentations from PERS, PERS Health Insurance Program (PHIP), and the Oregon Savings Growth Plan 457 (OSGP). PERS Member Services can be reached at 1-888-320-737​7 or online via their online email submission tool.

• Register for the PERS Expo
• PERS Member Website
• Understanding PERS and the Oregon Savings Growth Programs
• PERS/OPSRP Tier Overview and Benefit Calculation
• PERS Tier 1 and PERS Tier 2 Overview and Benefit Calculation
• PERS Active Member Resources and Videos
• Oregon Savings Growth Plan 457 Plan Resources

ORP 

TAX DEFERRED INVESTMENT 403(b) (TDI)

Oregon Public Universities Retirement Plans OPURP, which administers the ORP retirement programs and TDI voluntary retirement savings program, can be reached at 541-346-5784 or at opurp@uoregon.edu. OPURP works with TIAA and Fidelity for ORP and TDI Plan Fund Sponsors.

• TIAA can be reached at 1-800-842-2252 and their OPURP member website is located here.
• Fidelity can be reached at 1-800-343-0860 and their OPURP member site can be reached here. 
• OPURP Website
• TDI 403(b) Voluntary Savings Guide (compares both voluntary retirement savings plans)
• OPURP Newsletters

STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS/SAVI

(ADMINISTERED THROUGH TIAA)

Take advantage of a new student debt solution from Savi that makes pursuing generous federal programs like reduced payments and loan forgiveness easier.

• SAVI for Oregon Public Universities

SHIBA

SENIOR HEALTH INSURANCE BENEFITS ASSISTANCE

The Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance (SHIBA) is through the State of Oregon and is a free program that uses trained counselors to educate and advocate for Oregonians with Medicare.

• SHIBA Website
• 2023 Oregon Guide to Medicare Insurance Plans
• 2024 Medicare and You booklet
• Turning 65? Information to Know
• SHIBA Oregon Webinar Schedule
• SHIBA Oregon Recorded Webinar for 2023