Open Enrollment (OE) is your chance to review, update and submit changes to your benefit elections outside of a qualifying life event.
NEW! Plan Year 2023-24 Highlights
Flexible Spending Account (FSA):
Don’t forget your sunscreen (SPF 15+) and all the other useful items you can purchase with FSA. The maximum contribution amount increased to $3,050 with up to $610 rollover. You must re-enroll in FSA to get the rollover.
County Kaiser and Blue Shield Plans:
The County is excited to introduce two new lower premium cost medical plans being offered alongside our existing plans. Employees now have the option of selecting the Blue Shield Trio HMO or the Kaiser Virtual Complete HMO. Visit the Blue Shield and Kaiser webpages for more information.
Wellness Program:
Adventure awaits with Wellable – our new Steps to Success platform and mobile app! Also, be sure to explore the San Bernardino County Wellness App, and stop by to see the updated Roadmap to Health checklist.
OE Events – Webinars and Benefits Expos
Attend any OE Event for a chance to win a Fitbit! Employees can attend OE events on County paid time with supervisory approval.
Attend a live webinar or Benefit Expo featuring benefit vendors from both the County and Teamsters Local 1932 Health and Welfare Trust. Learn about the many low-cost or free benefit programs available to you and your family! We will also have a special Q&A webinar where you can join in at any time during the hour to ask questions and interact with benefit experts and vendors.
Important Dates
- June 1 – Open Enrollment begins!
- June 23 – Open Enrollment ends!
- July 14 – Deadline to submit supporting documentation for added dependents or opt-out elections.
- July 29 – Effective date of any changes made during Open Enrollment.
- Aug 9 – Pay check deductions reflect OE rate changes, except FSA.
- Aug 23 – Pay check deductions reflect FSA contribution changes.
Benefits Expo
Resources
Review the latest Employee Benefits Guide for detailed information of all the available benefits.
Benefits vary depending on your occupational bargaining unit.
Use the Benefits Calculator to find your out-of-pocket costs for different benefit options.
Check out our Frequently Asked Questions or Contact us if you have any questions about Open Enrollment.
Carrier Resources
Kaiser Permanente Resources
Blue Shield Resources
- Blue Shield OE Presentation Slides
- Blue Shield Plan Information
- Blue Shield Plan Documents
- Schedule a Consultation with Blue Shield