Benefit Contact Information
Higginbotham Public Sector (800) 583-6908
www.mybenefitshub.com/littlefieldisd
BCBSTX (866) 355-5999 www.bcbstx.com/trsactivecare
Blue Essentials HMO (888) 378-1633 www.bcbstx.com/trshmo
EECU (817) 882-0800
www.eecu.org
Marsh & McLennan (806) 385-4150
The Hartford Group #894492 (888) 563-1124 www.TheHartford.com
MDLive (888) 365-1663
www.members.mdlive.com/fbs/ landing_home
Superior Vision Group #34810 (800) 507-3800 www.superiorvision.com
American Public Life Group # 24885 (800) 256-8606 www.ampublic.com
Group #476090 011 (800) 635-5597
www.unum.com
Clever RX (800) 873-1195
https://cleverrx.com
Group # B2BLFISD (800) 423-3226
www.masamts.com
Symetra Group #12450000 (800) 796-3872
www.symetra.com/Pages/home.aspx
The Hartford Group #894492 (866) 547-9124 www.TheHartford.com
Mutual of Omaha Group # G000BXSG (800) 775-6000 www.mutualofomaha.com
Higginbotham (866) 419-3519 www.higginbotham.net
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• Last Name
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Annual Benefit Enrollment
Annual Enrollment
During your annual enrollment period, you have the opportunity to review, change or continue benefit elections each year. Changes are not permitted during the plan year (outside of annual enrollment) unless a Section 125 qualifying event occurs.
• Changes, additions or drops may be made only during the annual enrollment period without a qualifying event.
• Employees must review their personal information and verify that dependents they wish to provide coverage for are included in the dependent profile. Additionally, you must notify your employer of any discrepancy in personal and/or benefit information.
• Employees must confirm on each benefit screen (medical, dental, vision, etc.) that each dependent to be covered is selected in order to be included in the coverage for that particular benefit.
New Hire Enrollment
All new hire enrollment elections must be completed in the online enrollment system within the first 31 days of benefit eligible employment. Failure to complete elections during this timeframe will result in the forfeiture of coverage.
Q&A
Who do I contact with Questions?
For benefit questions, you can contact your Benefits Department or you can call Higginbotham Public Sector at (866) 914-5202 for assistance.
Where can I find forms?
For benefit summaries and claim forms, go to your benefit website: www.mybenefitshub.com/ littlefieldisd. Click the benefit plan you need information on (i.e., Dental) and you can find the forms you need under the Benefits and Forms section.
How can I find a Network Provider?
For benefit summaries and claim forms, go to the Littlefield ISD benefit website: www.mybenefitshub.com/littlefieldisd. Click on the benefit plan you need information on (i.e., Dental) and you can find provider search links under the Quick Links section.
When will I receive ID cards?
If the insurance carrier provides ID cards, you can expect to receive those 3-4 weeks after your effective date. For most dental and vision plans, you can login to the carrier website and print a temporary ID card or simply give your provider the insurance company’s phone number and they can call and verify your coverage if you do not have an ID card at that time. If you do not receive your ID card, you can call the carrier’s customer service number to request another card.
If the insurance carrier provides ID cards, but there are no changes to the plan, you typically will not receive a new ID card each year.
Annual Benefit Enrollment
Section 125 Cafeteria Plan Guidelines
A Cafeteria plan enables you to save money by using pre-tax dollars to pay for eligible group insurance premiums sponsored and offered by your employer. Enrollment is automatic unless you decline this benefit. Elections made during annual enrollment will become effective on the plan effective date and will remain in effect during the entire plan year.
CHANGES IN STATUS
(CIS):
Marital Status
Change in Number of Tax Dependents
Change in Status of Employment Affecting Coverage Eligibility
Gain/Loss of Dependents’ Eligibility Status
Judgment/ Decree/Order
Eligibility for Government Programs
Changes in benefit elections can occur only if you experience a qualifying event. You must present proof of a qualifying event to your Benefit Department within 31 days of your qualifying event and meet with your Benefit Department to complete and sign the necessary paperwork in order to make a benefit election change. Benefit changes must be consistent with the qualifying event.
QUALIFYING EVENTS
A change in marital status includes marriage, death of a spouse, divorce or annulment (legal separation is not recognized in all states).
A change in number of dependents includes the following: birth, adoption and placement for adoption. You can add existing dependents not previously enrolled whenever a dependent gains eligibility as a result of a valid change in status event.
Change in employment status of the employee, or a spouse or dependent of the employee, that affects the individual’s eligibility under an employer’s plan includes commencement or termination of employment.
An event that causes an employee’s dependent to satisfy or cease to satisfy coverage requirements under an employer’s plan may include change in age, student, marital, employment or tax dependent status.
If a judgment, decree, or order from a divorce, annulment or change in legal custody requires that you provide accident or health coverage for your dependent child (including a foster child who is your dependent), you may change your election to provide coverage for the dependent child. If the order requires that another individual (including your spouse and former spouse) covers the dependent child and provides coverage under that individual’s plan, you may change your election to revoke coverage only for that dependent child and only if the other individual actually provides the coverage.
Gain or loss of Medicare/Medicaid coverage may trigger a permitted election change.
Annual Benefit Enrollment
Employee Eligibility Requirements
Supplemental Benefits: Eligible employees must work 20 or more regularly scheduled hours each work week.
Eligible employees must be actively at work on the plan effective date for new benefits to be effective, meaning you are physically capable of performing the functions of your job on the first day of work concurrent with the plan effective date. For example, if your 2024 benefits become effective on September 1, 2024, you must be actively-at-work on September 1, 2024 to be eligible for your new benefits.
Dependent Eligibility Requirements
Dependent Eligibility: You can cover eligible dependent children under a benefit that offers dependent coverage, provided you participate in the same benefit, through the maximum age listed below. Dependents cannot be double covered by married spouses within the district as both employees and dependents.
Please note, limits and exclusions may apply when obtaining coverage as a married couple or when obtaining coverage for dependents.
Potential Spouse Coverage Limitations: When enrolling in coverage, please keep in mind that some benefits may not allow you to cover your spouse as a dependent if your spouse is enrolled for coverage as an employee under the same employer. Review the applicable plan documents, contact Higginbotham Public Sector, or contact the insurance carrier for additional information on spouse eligibility.
FSA/HSA Limitations: Please note, in general, per IRS regulations, married couples may not enroll in both a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and a Health Savings Account (HSA). If your spouse is covered under an FSA that reimburses for medical expenses then you and your spouse are not HSA eligible, even if you would not use your spouse’s FSA to reimburse your expenses. However, there are some exceptions to the general limitation regarding specific types of FSAs. To obtain more information on whether you can enroll in a specific type of FSA or HSA as a married couple, please reach out to the FSA and/or HSA provider prior to enrolling or reach out to your tax advisor for further guidance.
Potential Dependent Coverage Limitations: When enrolling for dependent coverage, please keep in mind that some benefits may not allow you to cover your eligible dependents if they are enrolled for coverage as an employee under the same employer. Review the applicable plan documents, contact Higginbotham Public Sector, or contact the insurance carrier for additional information on dependent eligibility.
Disclaimer: You acknowledge that you have read the limitations and exclusions that may apply to obtaining spouse and dependent coverage, including limitations and exclusions that may apply to enrollment in Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts as a married couple. You, the enrollee, shall hold harmless, defend, and indemnify Higginbotham Public Sector, LLC from any and all claims, actions, suits, charges, and judgments whatsoever that arise out of the enrollee’s enrollment in spouse and/or dependent coverage, including enrollment in Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts.
If your dependent is disabled, coverage may be able to continue past the maximum age under certain plans. If you have a disabled dependent who is reaching an ineligible age, you must provide a physician’s statement confirming your dependent’s disability. Contact your Benefit Administrator to request a continuation of coverage.
Description
Health
Savings Account (HSA)
(IRC Sec. 223)
Approved by Congress in 2003, HSAs are actual bank accounts in employee’s names that allow employees to save and pay for unreimbursed qualified medical expenses tax-free.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
(IRC Sec. 125)
Allows employees to pay out-of-pocket expenses for copays, deductibles and certain services not covered by medical plan, tax-free. This also allows employees to pay for qualifying dependent care tax-free.
Employer Eligibility A qualified high deductible health plan. All employers
Contribution Source Employee and/or employer
Account Owner Individual
Underlying Insurance Requirement High deductible health plan None
Minimum Deductible
Maximum Contribution
Permissible Use Of Funds
Cash-Outs of Unused Amounts (if no medical expenses)
Year-to-year rollover of account balance?
Does the account earn interest?
Portable?
$1,600 single (2024)
$3,200 family (2024) N/A
$4,150 single (2024)
$8,300 family (2024)
55+ catch up +$1,000
Employees may use funds any way they wish. If used for non-qualified medical expenses, subject to current tax rate plus 20% penalty.
and/or employer
$3,200 (2024)
Reimbursement for qualified medical expenses (as defined in Sec. 213(d) of IRC).
Permitted, but subject to current tax rate plus 20% penalty (penalty waived after age 65). Not permitted
Yes, will roll over to use for subsequent year’s health coverage.
Yes
No. Access to some funds may be extended if your employer’s plan contains a $500 rollover provision.
No
Yes, portable year-to-year and between jobs. No
Medical Insurance
Major medical insurance is a type of health care coverage that provides benefits for a broad range of medical expenses that may be incurred either on an inpatient or outpatient basis. For full plan details, please visit your benefit website: www.mybenefitshub.com/littlefieldisd
Learn the Terms.
• Premium: The monthly amount you pay for health care coverage.
• Deductible: The annual amount for medical expenses you’re responsible to pay before your plan begins to pay.
• Copay: The set amount you pay for a covered service at the time you receive it. The amount can vary based on the service.
• Coinsurance: The portion you’re required to pay for services after you meet your deductible. It’s often a specified percentage of the costs; e.g., you pay 20% while the health care plan pays 80%.
• Out-of-Pocket Maximum: The maximum amount you pay each year for medical costs. After reaching the out-of-pocket maximum, the plan pays 100% of allowable charges for covered services.
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Blue Essentials - South Texas HMOSM Brought to you by TRS-ActiveCare
You can choose this plan if you live in one of these counties: Cameron, Hildalgo, Starr, Willacy
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You can choose this plan if you live in one of these counties: Andrews, Armstrong, Bailey, Borden, Brewster, Briscoe, Callahan, Carson, Castro, Childress, Cochran, Coke, Coleman, Collingsworth, Comanche, Concho, Cottle, Crane, Crockett, Crosby, Dallam, Dawson, Deaf Smith, Dickens, Donley, Eastland, Ector, Fisher, Floyd, Gaines, Garza, Glasscock, Gray, Hale, Hall, Hansford, Hartley, Haskell, Hemphill, Hockley, Howard, Hutchinson, Irion, Jones, Kent, Kimble, King, Knox, Lamb, Lipscomb, Llano, Loving, Lubbock, Lynn, Martin, Mason, McCulloch, Menard, Midland, Mitchell, Moore, Motley, Nolan, Ochiltree, Oldham, Parmer, Pecos, Potter, Randall, Reagan, Reeves, Roberts, Runnels, San Saba, Schleicher, Scurry, Shackelford, Sherman, Stephens, Sterling, Stonewall, Sutton, Swisher, Taylor, Terry, Throckmorton, Tom Green, Upton, Ward, Wheeler, Winkler, Yoakum
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Health Savings Account (HSA)
ABOUT HSA
A Health Savings Account (HSA) is a personal savings account where the money can only be used for eligible medical expenses. Unlike a flexible spending account (FSA), the money rolls over year to year however only those funds that have been deposited in your account can be used. Contributions to a Health Savings Account can only be used if you are also enrolled in a High Deductible Health Care Plan (HDHP). For full plan details, please visit your benefit website: www.mybeneitshub.com/sampleisd
www.mybenefitshub.com/littlefieldisd
A Health Savings Account (HSA) is more than a way to help you and your family cover health care costs – it is also a tax-exempt tool to supplement your retirement savings and cover health expenses during retirement. An HSA can provide the funds to help pay current health care expenses as well as future health care costs.
A type of personal savings account, an HSA is always yours even if you change health plans or jobs. The money in your HSA (including interest and investment earnings) grows tax-free and spends tax-free if used to pay for qualified medical expenses. There is no “use it or lose it” rule — you do not lose your money if you do not spend it in the calendar year — and there are no vesting requirements or forfeiture provisions. The account automatically rolls over year after year.
HSA Eligibility
You are eligible to open and contribute to an HSA if you are:
• Enrolled in an HSA-eligible HDHP (High Deductible Health Plan) Not covered by another plan that is not a qualified HDHP, such as your spouse’s health plan
• Not enrolled in a Health Care Flexible Spending Account, nor should your spouse be contributing towards a Health Care Flexible Spending Account
• Not eligible to be claimed as a dependent on someone else’s tax return
• Not enrolled in Medicare or TRICARE
• Not receiving Veterans Administration benefits
You can use the money in your HSA to pay for qualified medical expenses now or in the future. You can also use HSA funds to pay health care expenses for your dependents, even if they are not covered under your HDHP.
Maximum Contributions
Your HSA contributions may not exceed the annual maximum amount established by the Internal Revenue Service. The annual contribution maximum for 2024 is based on the coverage option you elect:
• Individual – $4,150
• Family (filing jointly) – $8,300
You decide whether to use the money in your account to pay for qualified expenses or let it grow for future use. If you are 55 or older, you may make a yearly catch-up contribution of up to $1,000 to your HSA. If you turn 55 at any time during the plan year, you are eligible to make the catch-up contribution for the entire plan year.
Opening an HSA
If you meet the eligibility requirements, you may open an HSA administered by EECU. You will receive a debit card to manage your HSA account reimbursements. Keep in mind, available funds are limited to the balance in your HSA.
Important HSA Information
• Always ask your health care provider to file claims with your medical provider so network discounts can be applied. You can pay the provider with your HSA debit card based on the balance due after discount.
• You, not your employer, are responsible for maintaining ALL records and receipts for HSA reimbursements in the event of an IRS audit.
• You may open an HSA at the financial institution of your choice, but only accounts opened through EECU are eligible for automatic payroll deduction and company contributions.
How To Use Your HSA
• Online/Mobile: Sign-in for 24/7 account access to check your balance, pay bills and more.
• Call/Text: (817) 882-0800 EECU’s dedicated member service representatives are available to assist you with any questions. Their hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. CT, Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. CT and closed on Sunday.
• Lost/Stolen Debit Card: Call the 24/7 debit card hotline at (800)333-9934.
• Stop by a local EECU financial center: www.eecu.org/ locations.
On-demand care for illness and injuries is part
of your health plan.
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Getting sick is always a hassle. When you need care fast, talk to a board-certified MDLIVE doctor in minutes. Get reliable care from the comfort of home instead of an urgent care clinic or crowded ER. MDLIVE is open nights, weekends, and holidays. No surprise costs.
Convenient and reliable care.
MDLIVE doctors have an average of 15 years of experience and can be reached 24/7 by phone or video.
Affordable alternative to urgent care clinics and the ER. MDLIVE treats 80+ common conditions like flu, sinus infections, pink eye, ear pain, and UTIs (Females, 18+). By talking to a doctor at home, you can avoid long waits and exposure to other sick people. Prescriptions.
Your MDLIVE doctor can order prescriptions1 to the pharmacy of your choice. MDLIVE can also share notes with your local doctor upon request.
MDLIVE cares for more than 80 common, non-emergency conditions, including: • Cough
• Sore Throat
Ear Pain
Headache • Prescriptions • Pink Eye • Sinus Problems
• UTI (Females, 18+)
• Yeast Infections
• And more
1Prescriptions are available at the physician’s discretion when medically necessary. A renewal of an existing prescription can also be provided when your regular physician is unavailable, depending on the type of medication.
Hospital Indemnity Symetra
ABOUT HOSPITAL INDEMNITY
This is an affordable supplemental plan that pays you should you be inpatient hospital confined. This plan complements your health insurance by helping you pay for costs left unpaid by your health insurance.
For full plan details, please visit your benefit website: www.mybenefitshub.com/littlefieldisd
Patient advocacy services are included at no additional cost. These services are provided by Health Advocate, Inc., 3043 Walton Road Suite 150, Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462. This is not an insured benefit.
EAP+Work/Life and Wellness Programs are included at no additional cost. These programs are provided by Health Advocate, Inc., 3043 Walton Road Suite 150, Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462. This is not an insured benefit. These benefits are designed to be offered to those covered under a High-Deductible Health Plan (‘HDHP’) without the effect of disqualifying a participant from electing an HSA. Please consult with your Benefits Advisor to assist with determination that electing this limited benefit coverage is in fact permitted coverage under the rules applicable to an HSA.
Hospital Indemnity Symetra
A Pharmacy Discount Program is included at no additional cost. This program is administered by a prescription benefit manager, OptumRx, 11900 W Lake Park Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53224. This discount program is not an insured benefit.
Your plan design and applicable premium amount may include benefits provided under one or more group policies. The plan design has been made available as a complete package and you may not elect to enroll in any policy or benefit separately. If you would like cost details, please contact your company or the plan administrator, Select Benefits Administrators at (800) 497-3699 or symsba@symetra.com.
Please refer to the Description of Benefits included in this packet for additional information on your benefits.
Select Benefits insurance policies are not a replacement for a major medical policy or other comprehensive coverage and do not satisfy the minimum essential coverage requirements of the Affordable Care Act. They are designed to provide benefits at a preselected, fixed-dollar amount. Coverage may be subject to exclusions, limitations, reductions, and termination of benefit provisions. Select Benefits policies are insured by Symetra Life Insurance Company located at 777 108th Avenue NE, Suite 1200, Bellevue, WA 98004, and are not available in all U.S. states or any U.S. territory. Coverage is provided under generic policy form numbers SBC-00500, SBC-00535, and LGC10011 or LGC-9072.
Inpatient Hospital Benefit
Benefits are paid on the first day of a covered stay. ICU stays are included with the hospital stay benefit. Each facility has a calendar year maximum number of days as selected, 500 days per lifetime unless otherwise noted in the policy. Please refer to your Plan Summary for details.
Health Advocacy
Personalized assistance with a full range of health coverage and insurance-related issues such as locating doctors and other providers, scheduling appointments, getting cost estimates and more.
NurseLine™
Direct access to a registered nurse 24/7 for non-urgent concerns.
Medical Bill Saver™
Help negotiating with providers for medical and dental bills that are not covered by your insurance.
EAP+Work/Life
Licensed professional counselors and work/life specialists provide confidential, short-term help with personal, family and work-related issues.
Wellness Program
Unlimited access to highly trained wellness coaches by telephone, email or instant messaging. Includes a comprehensive, secure wellness website.
Pharmacy Discount Program
A discount from usual and customary drug charges will be given to the eligible person when prescriptions are purchased through a contracting pharmacy.
Survivor Benefit
If an employee dies while insured, any covered dependents will be extended benefits (except Dependent Life, Group Accident, and Critical Illness) without premium payments for up to two years after the employee’s death. This is as long as the plan remains in force and the covered dependent meets the coverage requirements in the policy.
If there is any conflict between this information and the policy issued, the terms of the policy will prevail.
Select Benefits insurance policies are not a replacement for a major medical policy or other comprehensive coverage and do not satisfy the minimum essential coverage requirements of the Affordable Care Act. They are designed to provide benefits at a preselected, fixed-dollar amount. Coverage may be subject to exclusions, limitations, reductions, and termination of benefit provisions. Select Benefits policies are insured by Symetra Life Insurance Company located at 777 108th Avenue NE, Suite 1200, Bellevue, WA 98004, and are not available in all U.S. states or any U.S. territory.
Dental Insurance
Marsh & McLennan
ABOUT DENTAL
Dental insurance is a coverage that helps defray the costs of dental care. It insures against the expense of routine care, dental treatment and disease.
For full plan details, please visit your benefit website: www.mybenefitshub.com/littlefieldisd
The purpose of the Littlefield ISD Dental Plan is to provide all eligible employees and their eligible dependents financial assistance by a partial reimbursement of noninsured expenses paid to a licensed dentist. Reimbursement is made for expenses incurred while the employee or dependent is covered under the Plan. All eligible employees and dependents electing coverage must complete an enrollment form. Those employees enrolling annually by August 31st will have coverage beginning September 1st through August 31st of each year. New hires after August 21st will be eligible the first day of the month following date of employment.
Cost of the Plan
Littlefield ISD will pay the entire premium cost of the plan for each Full-time employee. Those employees electing to cover dependents will pay the following monthly charge:
Employees electing to cover their dependents must do so on initial enrollment. Employees can enroll dependents only on the plan anniversary date after their initial enrollment. Once dependent coverage has been elected and payroll deduction authorized, coverage cannot be terminated (except on the plan anniversary date) without evidence of financial hardship or a change in dependent status (death, divorce, attainment of age 26). A newly acquired dependent may be added within 31 days of the time that
the new dependent is acquired. Notification of this addition must be made by completing a new enrollment form and submitting it to the Plan Administrator.
Dependent Eligibility
Eligible Dependents include your spouse and unmarried dependent children. Dependent children are to be defined as children from birth to age 26, step-children to age 26, foster children, and grandchildren. The dependent must be eligible for a deduction on the employee’s Federal Income Tax Return.
Plan Description
Littlefield ISD Dental Benefit Plan will reimburse employees for dental expenses at the rate of 80% of the first $250.00 of covered treatment and 50% of the next $1,600.00. Maximum benefit reimbursed is limited to $1,000 per plan year participant. Covered expenses will be considered for all procedures performed by or under the direction of a dentist licensed by the state in which the service is performed. Reimbursement will be based on the date the procedure is performed.
Claim Procedure
Our plan is not dental insurance, thus the claim process is simplified and reimbursement easier. Reimbursement request forms will be available. When the dentist has been paid for the service, submit the claim form along with an original paid receipt to the claims office and a reimbursement check will be returned to you. Requests for reimbursement must be made within 60 days from the time the dentist is paid.
Dental Insurance
Marsh & McLennan
Orthodontic Claim Procedure
Orthodontic treatment is a continuing procedure and will only be reimbursed on a monthly basis. Reimbursement cannot be made in full for a procedure which is not complete. Reimbursement will be determined by the length of time a participant is scheduled to be in treatment. The normal reimbursement formula will then be calculated by dividing the total cost by the number of treatment months.
Limitations
In the event an employee or dependent is covered under an insured dental plan, Littlefield ISD Dental Benefit Plan will make reimbursement for the charges not paid by the insurance plan according to our regular reimbursement formula. The insurance company explanation of benefits must accompany the request for reimbursement. Dental prescriptions for medications may be filed under the medical plan. Repair to natural teeth due to an accident may be filed under the medical plan.
Summary
While it is not anticipated that Littlefield ISD will change any provisions in the Plan, the District reserves the right to amend the Plan or terminate the Plan at any time by giving 30 days prior notice to all participants. In the event of any dispute arising over the payment, lack of payment, or any other conflict that may arise, the District will control the manner in which the dispute is settled.
Effective: September 1st
Eligible Dental Expenses
• Type A Expenses (Preventive or Diagnostic)
• Type B Expenses (Basic Restorative and Surgical)
• Type C Expenses (Major or Prosthodontic Procedures), and/or
• Type D (Orthodontic)
Maximum Calendar Year Reimbursement
(all expenses) per Individual $1,000
Employees will be reimbursed 80% of the first $250 of covered expenses
Employees will be reimbursed 50% of the next $1,600 of covered expenses
• Requests for reimbursement must be made within sixty (60) days from the time the dentist is paid.
• Orthodontic treatment will be reimbursed on a monthly basis.
• Reimbursement will only be made for a completed treatment or procedure.
Vision Insurance
Superior Vision
ABOUT VISION
Vision insurance helps cover the cost of care for maintaining healthy vision. Similar to an annual checkup at your family doctor, routine eyecare is necessary to ensure that your eyes are healthy and to check for any signs of eye conditions or diseases . Most plans cover your routine eye exam with a copay and provide an allowance for Frames or Contact Lenses.
For full plan details, please visit your benefit website: www.mybenefitshub.com/littlefieldisd
Superior Vision Customer Service 1-800-507-3800
An overview of your vision benefits
• In-network benefits available through network eye care professionals.
• Find an in-network eye care professional at superiorvision.com. Call your eye doctor to verify network participation.
• Obtain a vision exam with either an MD or OD.
• Flexibility to use different eye care professionals for exam and for eyewear.
• Access your benefits through our mobile app – Display member ID card – view your member ID card in full screen or save to wallet .
Our network is built to support you.
• We manage one of the largest eye care professional networks in the country .
• The network includes 50 of the top 50 national retailers. Examples include:
• In-network online retail Providers :
Additional discounts
Members may also receive additional discounts, including 20% off lens upgrades and 30% off additional pairs of glasses.*
Access to LASIK discounts
A LASIK discount is available to all covered members. Our Discounted LASIK services are administered by QualSight. Visit lasik.sv.qualsight.com to learn more.
Access to hearing aid discounts
Members save up to 40% on brand name hearing aids and have access to a nationwide network of licensed hearing professionals through Your Hearing Network.
*Discounts are provided by participating locations. Verify if their eye care professional participates in the discount featur e before receiving service.
Disability Insurance The Hartford
ABOUT DISABILITY
Disability insurance protects one of your most valuable assets, your paycheck. This insurance will replace a portion of your income in the event that you become physically unable to work due to sickness or injury for an extended period of time.
For full plan details, please visit your benefit website: www.mybenefitshub.com/littlefieldisd
What is Educator Disability Income Insurance?
Educator Disability insurance combines the features of a short-term and longterm disability plan into one policy. The coverage pays you a portion of your earnings if you cannot work because of a disabling illness or injury. The plan gives you the flexibility to choose a level of coverage to suit your need. You can purchase Disability Insurance through your employer. This highlight sheet is an overview of your Disability Insurance. Once a group policy is issued to your employer, a certificate of insurance will be available to explain your coverage in detail.
Definition of Disability
Disability is defined as The Hartford’s contract with your employer. Typically, disability means that you cannot perform one or more of the essential duties of your occupation due to injury, sickness, pregnancy, or other medical conditions covered by the insurance, and as a result, your current monthly earnings are 80% or less of your pre-disability earnings. One you have been disabled for 24 months, you must be prevented from performing one or more essential duties of any occupation, and as a result, your monthly earnings are 66 2/3% or less of your pre-disability earnings.
Eligibility
You are eligible if you are an active employee who works at least 20 hours per week.
Enrollment
You can enroll in coverage within 31 days of your date of hire or during your annual enrollment period.
Effective Date
Coverage goes into effect subject to the terms and conditions of the policy. You must satisfy the definition of Actively at Work with your employer on this day your coverage takes effect.
Actively at Work
You must be at work with your Employer on your regularly scheduled workday. One that day, you must be performing for wage or profit all your regular duties in the usual way and for your usual number of hours. Actively at Work shall mean you are able to report for work with your Employer, performing all the regular duties of Your Occupation in the usual way for your usual number of hours as if school was in session.
Benefit Amount
You may purchase coverage that will pay you a monthly flat dollar benefit in $100 increments between $200 and $7,500 that cannot exceed 66 2/3% of your current monthly earnings. Earnings are defined in The Hartford’s contract with your employer.
Elimination Period
You must be disabled for at least the number of days indicated by the elimination period that you select before you can
Disability Insurance
The Hartford
receive a Disability benefit payment. The elimination period that you select consists of two numbers. The first number shows the number of days you must be disabled by an accident before your benefits can begin. The second number indicates the number of days you must be disabled by a sickness before your benefits can begin. For those employees electing an elimination period of 30 days or less, if you are confined to a hospital for 24 hours or more due to a disability, the elimination period will be waived, and benefits will be payable from the first day of hospitalization.
Pre-Existing Condition Limitation
Your policy limits the benefits you can receive for a disability caused by a pre-existing condition. In general, if you were diagnosed or received care for a disabling condition within the 12 consecutive months just prior to the effective date of this policy, your benefit payment will be limited, unless: You have not received treatment for the disabling condition within 12 months, while insured under this policy, before the disability begins, or You have been insured under this policy for 24 months before your disability begins. If your disability is a result of a pre-existing condition, we will pay benefits for a maximum of 4 weeks.
Mental Illness, Alcoholism and Substance Abuse
You can receive benefit payments for Long-Term Disabilities resulting from mental illness, alcoholism, and substance abuse for a total of 24 months for all disability periods during your lifetime.
Duration
Any period that you are confined in a hospital or other facility licensed to provide medical care for mental illness, alcoholism and substance abuse does not count toward the 24-month lifetime limit.
Partial Disability
Partial Disability is covered provided you have at least a 20% loss of earnings and duties of your job.
Maximum Benefit Duration
Benefit Duration is the maximum time for which we pay benefits for disability resulting from sickness or injury. Depending on the schedule selected and the age at which disability occurs, the maximum duration may vary. Please see the applicable schedules below based on your election of the Premium benefit option.
Premium Option
For the Premium benefit option – the table below applies to disabilities resulting from sickness or injury.
Age Disabled
Maximum Benefit Duration
Prior to 63 To Normal Retirement Age or 48 months if greater Age 63 To Normal Retirement Age or 42 months if greater
Age 64
Age 65
Age 66
Age 67
Age 68
Age 69 and older
36 months
30 months
27 months
24 months
21 months
18 months
The Hartford® is The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. and its subsidiaries, including underwriting company Hartford Life and Accident Insurance Company. Home Office is Hartford, CT. All benefits are subject to the terms and conditions of the policy. Policies underwritten by the underwriting company listed above detail exclusions, limitations, reduction of benefits and terms under which the policies may be continued in force or discontinued. This Benefit Highlights Sheet explains the general purpose of the insurance described, but in no way changes or affects the policy as actually issued. In the event of a discrepancy between this Benefit Highlights Sheet and the policy, the terms of the policy apply. Complete details are in the Certificate of Insurance issued to each insured individual and the Master Policy as issued to the policyholder. Benefits are subject to state availability. © 2020 The Hartford.
Life and AD&D
The Hartford
ABOUT LIFE AND AD&D
Group term life is the most inexpensive way to purchase life insurance. You have the freedom to select an amount of life insurance coverage you need to help protect the well-being of your family.
Accidental Death & Dismemberment is life insurance coverage that pays a death benefit to the beneficiary, should death occur due to a covered accident. Dismemberment benefits are paid to you, according to the benefit level you select, if accidentally dismembered.
For full plan details, please visit your benefit website: www.mybenefitshub.com/littlefieldisd
Spouse rates based on Employee’s age.
Basic Life Coverage
Provided to eligible employee of Littlefield ISD. A cash benefit of $20,000 to your loved ones in the event of your death, plus a matching cash benefit if you die in an accident.
Guaranteed coverage amount for Self
$200,000
Maximum coverage amount for Self 5 times your annual salary ($500,000 maximum in increments of $10,000)
AD&D coverage amount for Self
Guaranteed coverage amount for Spouse
Equal to the life insurance amount chosen
$50,000
Maximum coverage amount for Spouse 50% of the employee coverage amount ($250,000 maximum in increments of $5,000)
AD&D coverage amount for Spouse
Guaranteed coverage amount for dependent children to 26 years
Equal to the life insurance amount chosen
$10,000
Guaranteed Life and AD&D Insurance Coverage Amount Initial Enrollment: When you are first offered this coverage, you can choose a coverage amount up to $200,000 without providing evidence of insurability. If you submitted evidence of insurability in the past and were declined for medical reasons, you may be required to submit evidence of insurability.
If you decline this coverage now and wish to enroll later, evidence of insurability may be required and may be at your own expense.
Maximum Life Insurance Coverage Amount You can choose a coverage amount up to 5 times your annual salary ($500,000 maximum) with evidence of insurability. See the Evidence of Insurability page for details. Your coverage amount will reduce by 50% when you reach age 70.
Guaranteed Spouse Life and AD&D Insurance Coverage Amount Initial Enrollment: When you are first offered this coverage, you can choose a coverage amount up to 50% of your coverage amount ($50,000 maximum) for your spouse without providing evidence of insurability. If you submitted evidence of insurability in the past and were declined for medical reasons, you may be required to submit evidence of insurability. If you decline this coverage now and wish to enroll later, evidence of insurability may be required and may be at your own expense.
Maximum Life Insurance Coverage Amount You can choose a coverage amount up to 50% of your coverage amount ($250,000 maximum) for your spouse with evidence of insurability. Coverage amounts are reduced by 50% when an employee reaches age 70 Dependent Children Coverage You can secure term life insurance for your dependent children when you choose coverage for yourself.
Guaranteed Life Insurance Coverage Options $10,000
HELP COVER COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE DETECTION AND TREATMENT OF CANCER
Even the best major medical insurance may not cover all the out-ofpocket costs related to cancer treatment. APL’s Cancer Insurance* may help cover some of the expenses related to the treatment of covered cancer, daily living expenses and routine cancer screenings to help with early detection.
For full plan details, please visit your benefit website: www.mybenefitshub.com/sampleisd
IMAGINE
You or a loved one is diagnosed with cancer Travel for the best treatment Expenses for care Missed work X X X Why buy cancer insurance?
5-year relative survival rate for all cancers diagnosed is 69% 1
11 of 12 cancer drugs approved by the FDA in 2012 were priced at more than $100,000 per year. 2
Group Cancer Insurance
American Public Life (APL)
American Public Life (APL)
If you or a family member are diagnosed with cancer, APL’s Cancer Insurance may help cover the costs associated with the detection and treatment of cancer and help you be more financially prepared.
How it works
CHOOSE the benefit options that best protect you and your family.
RECEIVE treatment for a covered benefit.
FILE your claim online or mail it in.
Benefits may help pay expenses related to cancer and routine screenings
With Cancer Insurance, you may be covered for:
Radiation Therapy, Chemotherapy, Immunotherapy
Experimental Treatments
Prescriptions
Transportation Benefits and more Plus, plan options are available to cover you, your spouse or your child(ren).
Your plan may include the following options
• Surgical Benefit Rider provides: Anesthesia, Skin Cancer, Reconstructive Surgery, Bone Marrow and Stem Cell Transplant benefits and more
• Patient Care Benefit Rider provides: Hospital Confinement, Outpatient Facility, Extended Care Facility, Donor Benefits, Home Health Care, Hospice benefits and more
• Miscellaneous Benefit Rider offers: Second/Third surgical opinion, drugs and medicine, patient and family transportation, blood, plasma and platelets and more
• Internal Cancer First Occurrence Optional Benefit Rider
• Heart Attack/Stroke Optional Rider
• ICU Optional Rider
A Hospital is a place that is not an institution, or part thereof, used as a place for rehabilitation, a place for rest or for the aged, a nursing or convalescent home, a longterm nursing unit of geriatrics ward, or an extended care facility for the care of convalescent, rehabilitative or ambulatory patients.
If the cancer insurance premium is paid on a pre-tax basis, the benefit may be taxable. Please contact your tax or legal advisor regarding tax treatment of your policy benefits.
Underwritten by American Public Life Insurance Company. This is a brief description of the coverage. This product contains Limitations, Exclusions and Waiting Periods. For complete benefits and other provisions, please refer to your policy/certificate. This coverage does not replace Workers’ Compensation Insurance. This product is inappropriate for people who are eligible for Medicaid coverage. This policy is considered an employee welfare benefit plan established and/or maintained by an association or employer intended to be covered by ERISA, and will be administered and enforced under ERISA. Group policies issued to governmental entities and municipalities may be exempt from ERISA guidelines. Policy Form GC14APL Series | Policy Form GC-3 series
*This Cancer Policy provides limited benefits.
Accident Insurance Mutual of Omaha
ABOUT ACCIDENT
Do you have kids playing sports, are you a weekend warrior, or maybe accident prone? Accident plans are designed to help pay for medical costs associated with accidents and benefits are paid directly to you.
For full plan details, please visit your benefit website: www.mybenefitshub.com/littlefieldisd
Eligibility Requirements You must be actively working a minimum of 20 hours per week to be eligible for coverage.
Dependent Eligibility Requirements To be eligible for coverage, your dependents must be able to perform normal activities, and not be confined (at home, in a hospital, or in any other care facility), and any child(ren) must be under age 26. In order for your spouse and/or children to be eligible for coverage, you must elect coverage for yourself.
Accident Insurance Mutual of Omaha
Additional Benefits1 – Benefits are payable within 365 days of accident
Transportation (Up to 3 trips per accident)
Lodging (Up to 30 nights per accident)
Childcare (Up to 30 days per accident)
$450 per trip
$300 per trip
$150 per night $125 per night
$30 per day
Catastrophic Benefits1,4 – Benefits are payable within 365 days of accident: Once per accident per insured person
Principal Sum (PS)
You: $50,000
Spouse: $25,000
Child(ren): $10,000
Common Carrier Accidental Death 300% of PS
Transportation of Remains Up to $5,000
Dismemberment & Paralysis Up to 100% of PS
Reasonable Modifications Up to 10% of PS
Coma 25% of PS
1Additional limitations apply as described in the certificate.
$20 per day
You: $25,000
Spouse: $10,000
Child(ren): $5,000
of PS
2Fractures and dislocations require treatment within 90 days of accident, burns and lacerations within 72 hours of an accident, and dental care within 30 days. If an insured person sustains both a fracture and dislocation as the result of the same accident, the maximum amount payable is up to 200% of the amount payable for the injury with the highest applicable benefit amount.
3Daily confinement must begin with 90 days of accident and ICU confinement within 30 days. Surgical treatment timeframes vary. If applicable, diagnostic services must be received within 90 days of accident. Except for confinement benefits, most benefits are payable once per accident per insured person. If any surgery occurs concurrently with an open reduction for a fracture or dislocation of the same bone or joint as a result of the same accident, only the highest applicable benefit is payable.
4The principal sum for you and your spouse reduces by 50% when you reach the age of 70.
Who is eligible for this insurance?
You must be actively working (performing all normal duties of your job) at least 20 hours per week and be under age 80
Your dependent(s) must be performing normal activities and not be confined (at home or in a hospital / care facility) and any child(ren) must be under age 26
Can I insure my domestic partner or civil union partner?
Any reference to “spouse” includes your domestic partner, civil union partner or equivalent, as recognized and allowed by applicable federal law, state law, or law of the country, city or local government in your jurisdiction of residence.
What is the “Express Benefit”?
This benefit is payable upon notification of an accident in which an insured person is injured. It can be paid in a short time frame with minimal information (compared to a typical claim).
Can I take this insurance with me if I change jobs / am no longer a member of this group?
In the event this insurance ends due to a change in your employment / membership status with the group, or for certain other reasons, you or your insured spouse have the right to continue this insurance under the Portability provision, subject to certain conditions.
When does this insurance end?
Insurance will end on the last day of the month in which an insured person no longer satisfies the applicable eligibility conditions, or when you reach the age of 80. Additional circumstances under which insurance will end are described in the certificate.
Are there any exclusions or limitations?
The benefits payable are based on the insurance in effect on the date of the covered accident, subject to the definitions, limitations, exclusions and other provisions of the policy. The exclusions and limitations are summarized in the outline of coverage and detailed in the certificate. Please contact your benefits administrator for a copy of the outline of coverage or if you have questions prior to enrolling.
This information describes some of the features of the benefits plan. Benefits may not be available in all states. Please refer to the certificate booklet for a full explanation of the plan’s benefits, exclusions, limitations and reductions. Should there be any discrepancy between the certificate booklet and this summary, the certificate booklet will prevail. Availability of benefits is subject to final acceptance and approval of the group application by the underwriting company. Accident insurance is underwritten by United of Omaha Life Insurance Company, 3300 Mutual of Omaha Plaza, Omaha, NE 68175, 1 (800) 769-7159. United of Omaha Life Insurance Company is licensed nationwide, except in New York. Policy form number 7000GM-U-EZ 2010. This policy provides accident insurance only. It does not provide basic hospital, basic medical or major medical insurance. It is not a Medicare supplement policy. The insurance is designed to pay you a fixed dollar amount regardless of the amount any provider charges.
Critical Illness Insurance UNUM
ABOUT CRITICAL ILLNESS
Critical illness insurance can be used towards medical or other expenses. It provides a lump sum benefit payable directly to the insured upon diagnosis of a covered condition or event, like a heart attack or stroke. The money can also be used for non-medical costs related to the illness, including transportation, child care, etc.
For full plan details, please visit your benefit website: www.mybenefitshub.com/littlefieldisd
Who is eligible for this coverage?
All employees in active employment in the United States working at least 20 hours per week and their eligible spouses and children (up to age 26 regardless of student or marital status).
Can I be denied coverage?
Coverage is guarantee issue. What are the Critical Illness coverage amounts?
For Employee: One of the following choices $10,000, $20,000 or $30,000
For your Spouse and Children: 100% of employee coverage amount
When is coverage effective?
Please see your Plan Administrator for your effective date of coverage. Insurance coverage will be delayed if you are not in active employment because of an injury, sickness, temporary layoff, or leave of absence on the date that insurance would otherwise become effective.
Critical Illness Insurance UNUM
What critical illness conditions are covered? Percentage of Coverage Amount
Progressive Diseases
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
Dementia (including Alzheimer’s Disease)
Functional Loss
Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Additional Critical Illnesses for your Children
Cerebral Palsy
Cleft Lip or Palate
Cystic Fibrosis
Down Syndrome
Spina Bifida
Reoccurring Condition Benefit
Covered Condition Benefit
The covered condition benefit is payable once per covered condition per insured. Unum will pay a covered condition benefit for a different covered condition if:
• the new covered condition is medically unrelated to the first covered condition; or
• the dates of diagnosis are separated by more than 180 days
We will pay the reoccurring condition benefit for the diagnosis of the same covered condition if the covered condition benefit was previously paid, and the new date of diagnosis is more than 180 days after the prior date of diagnosis. The benefit amount for any reoccurring condition benefit is 100% of the percentage of coverage amount for that condition.
The following Covered Conditions are eligible for a reoccurring condition benefit:
• Benign Brain Tumor
• Coma
• Coronary Artery Disease (Major)
• Coronary Artery Disease (Minor)
• End Stage Renal (Kidney) Failure
• Heart Attack (Myocardial Infraction)
• Major Organ Failure Requiring Transplant
• Stroke
Are wellness screenings covered?
Each insured is eligible to receive one Be Well Benefit per calendar year. The Be Well Benefit Amount for covered members is $50.
Be Well Screenings include tests for the following:
• Cholesterol
• diabetes
• cancer
• cardiovascular function.
They also include imaging studies, immunizations, and annual examinations by a Physician. See certificate for details.
Are there any exclusions or limitations?
We will not pay benefits for a claim that is caused by, contributed to by, or occurs because of any of the following:
• committing or attempting to commit a felony;
• being engaged in an illegal occupation or activity;
• injuring oneself intentionally or attempting or committing suicide, whether sane or not;
• active participation in a riot, insurrection, or terrorist activity. This does not include civil commotion or disorder, injury as an innocent bystander, or Injury for self-defense;
• participating in war or any act of war, whether declared or undeclared;
• combat or training for combat while serving in the armed forces of any nation or authority, including the National Guard, or similar government organizations;
• voluntary use of or treatment for voluntary use of any prescription or non- prescription drug, alcohol, poison, fume, or other chemical substance unless taken as prescribed or directed by the Insured’s Physician;
• being intoxicated; and
• a Date of Diagnosis that occurs while an Insured is legally incarcerated in a penal or correctional institution.
• Additionally, no benefits will be paid for a Date of Diagnosis that occurs prior to the coverage effective date.
Stay prepared with MASA® Access
Comprehensive coverage and care for emergency transport.
Our Emergent Plus membership plan includes:
Emergency Ground Ambulance Coverage1
Your out-of-pocket expenses for your emergency ground transportation to a medical facility are covered with MASA.
Emergency Air Ambulance Coverage1
Your out-of-pocket expenses for your emergency air transportation to a medical facility are covered with MASA.
Hospital to Hospital Ambulance Coverage1
When specialized care is required but not available at the initial emergency facility, your out-of-pocket expenses for the ground or air ambulance transfer to the nearest appropriate medical facility are covered with MASA.
Repatriation Near Home Coverage1
Should you need continued care and your care provider has approved moving you to a hospital nearer to your home, MASA coordinates and covers the expense for ambulance transportation to the approved medical facility.
Did you know?
51.3 million emergency responses occur each year
MASA protects families against uncovered costs for emergency transportation and provides connections with care services.
Source: NEMSIS, National EMS Data Report, 2023
About MASA
MASA is coverage and care you can count on to protect you from the unexpected. With us, there is no “out-of-network” ambulance. Just send us the bill when it arrives and we’ll work to ensure charges are covered. Plus, we’ll be there for you beyond your initial ride, with expert coordination services on call to manage complex transport needs during or after your emergency — such as transferring you and your loved ones home safely.
Protect yourself, your family, and your family’s financial future with MASA.
Stay prepared with MASA®
protects families against out-of-pocket costs for emergency transportation and provides connections with care. Gain peace of mind and shield your finances knowing there’s a MASA plan best suited for your needs.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
ABOUT FSA
A Flexible Spending Account allows you to pay for eligible healthcare expenses with a pre-loaded debit card. You choose the amount to set aside from your paycheck every plan year, based on your employer’s annual plan limit. This money is use it or lose it within the plan year.
For full plan details, please visit your benefit website: www.mybenefitshub.com/sampleisd
www.mybenefitshub.com/littlefieldisd
Health Care FSA
The Health Care FSA covers qualified medical, dental and vision expenses for you or your eligible dependents. You may contribute up to $3,200 annually to a Health Care FSA and you are entitled to the full election from day one of your plan year. Eligible expenses include:
• Dental and vision expenses
• Medical deductibles and coinsurance
• Prescription copays
• Hearing aids and batteries
You may not contribute to a Health Care FSA if you contribute to a Health Savings Account (HSA)
Higginbotham Benefits Debit Card
The Higginbotham Benefits Debit Card gives you immediate access to funds in your Health Care FSA when you make a purchase without needing to file a claim for reimbursement. If you use the debit card to pay anything other than a copay amount, you will need to submit an itemized receipt or an Explanation of Benefits (EOB).
Dependent Care FSA
The Dependent Care FSA helps pay for expenses associated with caring for elder or child dependents so you or your spouse can work or attend school full time. You can use the account to pay for day care or baby sitter expenses for your children under age 13 and qualifying older dependents, such as dependent parents. Reimbursement from your Depend ent Care FSA is limited to the total amount deposited in your account at that time. To be eligible, you must be a single parent or you and your spouse must be employed outside the home, disabled or a full-time student.
Things to Consider Regarding the Dependent Care FSA
• Overnight camps are not eligible for reimbursement (only day camps can be considered).
• If your child turns 13 midyear, you may only request reimbursement for the part of the year when the child is under age 13.
• You may request reimbursement for care of a spouse or dependent of any age who spends at least eight hours a day in your home and is mentally or physically incapable of self-care.
• The dependent care provider cannot be your child under age 19 or anyone claimed as a dependent on your income taxes.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Higginbotham
Important FSA Rules
• The maximum per plan year you can contribute to a Health Care FSA is $3,200. The maximum per plan year you can contribute to a Dependent Care FSA is $5,000 when filing jointly or head of household and $2,500 when married filing separately.
• You cannot change your election during the year unless you experience a Qualifying Life Event.
• In most cases, you can continue to file claims incurred during the plan year for another 90 days after the plan year ends.
• Your Health Care FSA debit card can be used for health care expenses only. It cannot be used to pay for dependent care expenses.
• Review your employer's Summary Plan Document for full details. FSA rules vary by employer.
Over-the-Counter Item Rule Reminder
Health care reform legislation requires that certain over-the-counter (OTC) items require a prescription to qualify as an eligible Health Care FSA expense. You will only need to obtain a one-time prescription for the current plan year. You can continue to purchase your regular prescription medications with your FSA debit card. However, the FSA debit card may not be used as payment for an OTC item, even when accompanied by a prescription.
Higginbotham Portal
The Higginbotham Portal provides information and resources to help you manage your FSAs.
• Access plan documents, letters and notices, forms, account balances, contributions and other plan information
• Update your personal information
• Utilize Section 125 tax calculators
• Look up qualified expenses
• Submit claims
• Request a new or replacement Benefits Debit Card
Register on the Higginbotham Portal
Visit https://flexservices.higginbotham.net and click Register. Follow the instructions and scroll down to enter your information.
• Enter your Employee ID, which is your Social Security number with no dashes or spaces.
• Follow the prompts to navigate the site.
• If you have any questions or concerns, contact Higginbotham:
∗ Phone – 866-419-3519
∗ Questions – flexsupport@higginbotham.net
∗ Fax – 866-419-3516
∗ Claims- flexclaims@higginbotham.net
2024 - 2025 Plan Year
Enrollment Guide General Disclaimer: This summary of benefits for employees is meant only as a brief description of some of the programs for which employees may be eligible. This summary does not include specific plan details. You must refer to the specific plan documentation for specific plan details such as coverage expenses, limitations, exclusions, and other plan terms, which can be found at the Littlefield ISD Benefits Website. This summary does not replace or amend the underlying plan documentation. In the event of a discrepancy between this summary and the plan documentation the plan documentation governs. All plans and benefits described in this summary may be discontinued, increased, decreased, or altered at any time with or without notice.
Rate Sheet General Disclaimer: The rate information provided in this guide is subject to change at any time by your employer and/or the plan provider. The rate information included herein, does not guarantee coverage or change or otherwise interpret the terms of the specific plan documentation, available at the Littlefield ISD Benefits Website, which may include additional exclusions and limitations and may require an application for coverage to determine eligibility for the health benefit plan. To the extent the information provided in this summary is inconsistent with the specific plan documentation, the provisions of the specific plan documentation will govern in all cases.