Time to Check Your First Pay Stub of New Year
You'll want to take a close look at your first pay stub in 2013 to verify deductions for benefits coverage you elected during annual enrollment last November. Your online pay stub is available through the ADP Portal. The 2013 rate sheet showing contributions per pay period for medical, dental and vision coverage is available here.Here are some specific items you may want to look for as you review your pay stub: Read More...
BMC Deposits First Contribution to HSAs in January
If you enrolled in the Aetna Health Savings Plan for 2013 and have a Health Savings Account (HSA) with UMB Bank, BMC deposited 50% of the annual company-provided contribution to your account in January.
BMC's contribution depends on your base salary and the how many dependents you cover under the Aetna HSA Plan.
| If your base salary is: | And you choose: | |
|---|---|---|
| Employee-Only Coverage | Other Coverage Levels | |
| BMC's 2013 Contribution is: | ||
| $75,000 or less | $750 | $1500 |
| More than $75,000 | $500 | $1000 |
BMC will make a second contribution to your account in July for the remaining 50% of the annual amount listed above.
You are eligible for BMC's HSA contribution if you are actively employed by BMC on the date the company contribution is deposited to your HSA.
Do You Have Questions About Your 2013 Flexible Spending Account(s)?
Your Health Care Flexible Spending Account and/or Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account were automatically reloaded on January 1 if you enrolled in these plans for 2013. If you have questions about your balance or account, contact Your Spending Account at 1-877-262-4849. Representatives are available Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., Eastern time.
Benefits for the BMC Business Traveler
If you travel for BMC business, it's good to know that you're protected by several benefits the company provides at no cost to you. Learn more about Business Travel Accident Insurance, Global Emergency Services, and American Express Trip Insurance here.
How to Request Reimbursement for Fitness Expenses
To encourage you to keep fit and stay healthy, the BMC Fitness Reimbursement Program provides $225 per calendar year to help pay for fitness activities outside your home.
To request reimbursement, complete the online reimbursement form available on Your Benefits Resources. Select Your Spending Account™ from the main menu. Check out this step-by-step guide with everything you need to know about requesting reimbursement for fitness expenses.
You can request reimbursement of expenses once per calendar year. Requests must be filed by March 31 of the following year. And remember, you must be an active BMC employee when you incur the expense and on the date BMC receives your request for reimbursement.
iTriage® Mobile App is a Life Saver
In the November issue of Benefits eNews, we introduced you to iTriage®, a free mobile and website application that offers a symptom-checking service and health care provider finder through a website and a mobile app for smartphones. The application addresses the two most commonly asked health care questions: 1) What could be wrong with me? 2) What do I need to do, or where do I need to go for treatment?
Read this story about how iTriage® helped a women diagnose her husband's stroke and ultimately save his life.
Important Note about Medical Providers: ITriage® lists all providers in your area, even those that are not in the Aetna network. Before receiving care, always verify if a provider is in the Aetna network by logging onto www.aetna.com or by calling Aetna at 1-866-214-4839. Get the free download for Android and iPhone here.
Budgeting for Baby
If you are like many new parents, taking care of a newborn can be an exhilarating but overwhelming experience. The bigger shock to the system, however, may be realizing how much money it may take to raise your baby over the next 18 years. Planning for significant costs early is a smart financial move. Read more...
Financial Health Check
Countless resolutions are made at the beginning of each year, and many involve improving our health. Why not use this time to check your financial health, too? Has anything in your life changed in the past year that might change your investment goals or needs (like having a baby, getting married or divorced, buying a home, starting a college savings fund, etc.)? The Fidelity Netbenefits website features tools and resources to determine if your 401(k) investment goals are keeping pace with your life.