University of Alaska Benefits

October Benefits News

Scroll through to see the highlights for this month or click "Benefits News" below for a one-stop-shop.

Pharmacy Updates

There are pharmacy updates beginning January 1, 2023, that may affect specific employees on a UA Choice Health Plan. Between now and December 2, 2022, Premera will be sending out notices to those affected with the action items to ensure continued prescription coverage with no disruption. Please keep an eye out for this information to be delivered to your HR address. To review a list of in-network pharmacies, please go to express-scripts.com/findapharmacy. For questions regarding this update, please reach out to Premera by calling the customer service number on the back of your ID card or by logging into your account at premera.com.

Wellness Rebate

The wellness rebate will be paid out with the November 18th paycheck. Remember - to qualify for the rebate you must (1) have completed all the required activities of the wellness program from July 1, 2021 - June 30, 2022, (2) be a current employee, and (3) be on a UA Choice Plan when the rebate is paid out. For more information on the wellness program, or to start your activities for next year's rebate, click "learn more" below.

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Diabetes Awareness Month

November is diabetes awareness month. The University of Alaska and Premera work with Livongo to assist with diabetes management. If you are an employee on a UA Choice Plan and you qualify for the Livongo program, you can participate with no charge to you. For more information, please visit the Livongo website by clicking "learn more" below.

30-Day Less Sugar Challenge | 7 Myths about Diabetes

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Maintain Don't Gain

The goal of this challenge is to concentrate and maintain weight during the holiday season while practicing healthy habits. Log and track your weight throughout the entire challenge from November 21, 2022 through January 8, 2023. This challenge is available to all UA employees on a UA Choice Health Care Plan. Remember - spouses and Financially Interdependent Partners (FIPs) can participate if they are on a UA Choice Health Care Plan, too! For more information, click "learn more" below.

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Winter Hard Closure

As a reminder, hard closure will be observed from December 23, 2022 - January 2, 2023. More information, including soft closure dates, can be found in the Memo from Chief Human Resources Officer, Memry Dahl by clicking "learn more."

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Updates to the HSA and 403(b) for Calendar Year 2023

The IRS has released the updated amounts for calendar year 2023 for the HSA and the 403(b). These increased rates are available beginning January 1, 2023.

HSA Single $3,850 - NextGen Form
HSA Family $7,750 - NextGen Form
403(b) $22,500 (with an additional catch up $7,500 for those over the age of 50) - NextGen Form

Fidelity 1:1

Interested in meeting with a Fidelity representative one-on-one to discuss your current plan for retirement? Go to www.fidelity.com/schedule and follow the prompts to set up a virtual appointment today!

Family Medical Leave with Unum

UA has partnered with Unum for our Family Medical Leave (FML). If you are currently on, or will need FML in the future, please review our website to understand your responsibilities as both an employee and/or supervisor.

November 16, 2022, updates can be found here.

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Explore Benefits and Compensation

The University of Alaska prides itself on taking care of all employees, no matter where you may find yourself in the Last Frontier. As one of Alaska's largest employers, we know you expect nothing short of the best when it comes to your employee benefits.

Health and Wellness

The health & wellness program offers coverage for you and your family not only in case of illness, but also includes several provisions that focus on preventive care and personal wellness.

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Retirement and Financial Security

The State of Alaska and University offer several retirement plans that help employees save for their future. Additionally, the University provides life insurance that can help protect your family from loss of income.

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Holidays and Leave

The University offers various leave options for both faculty and staff employees, including paid holidays, Family Medical Leave, sick leave, and others.

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Employee Support

Employees have access to a variety of assistance programs that cover a multitude of services including, but not limited to, addressing mental health concerns, estate planning, and assisting with medical claims.

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Education Benefits

The University of Alaska Education Benefits policy provides various education benefits for eligible faculty and staff members, their partners and eligible dependent children.

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Classification and Compensation

Classification and compensation are key components to the University's ability to recruit and retain top talent.

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