Know your benefits
Edition 1
Open Enrollment may be over, but your benefits journey is just getting started! Now that you’ve selected your medical, dental, and vision plans, it’s a great time to learn more about everything that comes with your coverage. Your insurance offers more than just doctor visits and prescriptions... there are additional programs and resources designed to help you save money, access care, and make managing your health easier.
Over the next several months, we’ll be highlighting one benefit or program at a time, giving you the information you need to understand what it is, how it works, how to access it, and how it can benefit you and your family.
We’ll be taking a closer look at SmartCare, which includes SmartShopper, MDLIVE, Quest Diagnostic, Carrum Health, SimpleTherapy, and other resources available through your benefits. Each month, we’ll break down a different program in an easy-to-understand way, including tips for getting started and examples of how you can actually use it.
Think of this as your Benefits 101 series! Even if you’ve been enrolled in the same plan for years, you may be surprised by how many valuable resources are already included in your coverage.
Keep an eye out each month as we uncover another benefit and show you how to make the most of the benefits you already have!
Did You Make Changes During Open Enrollment?
Open Enrollment may be over, but there’s one last thing we encourage you to do! If you made changes to your benefits, please take a few minutes to log in to your MyCVT account and verify that your elections are correct.
Whether you changed medical plans, added or removed dependents, or made other updates to your coverage, it’s a good idea to double-check that everything was processed as requested.
Something doesn’t look right? No worries! Please reach out to Kaylene Elliott at kelliott@suhsd.net, and I’ll be happy to help look into it.
Taking a few minutes to review your account now can help ensure you have the coverage you intended!
If you use American Fidelity for supplemental insurance or have an HSA, we encourage you to take a few minutes to register for your American Fidelity online portal. The portal gives you a convenient way to manage your accounts and keep track of your benefits all in one place!
Once your account is set up, you can:
- File and track claims
- Upload important documents
- View your policies and coverage information
- Check your HSA balance
- Submit receipts
- Manage your American Fidelity debit cards
- Monitor your account activity and more!
Here's How to Register:
1. Visit: American Fidelity Portal
2. Select “Register.”
3. Enter your requested information and create your login credentials.
4. Check your email and follow the instructions to complete your registration. Once you complete the registration process, please allow up to 24 hours for your account to become active before attempting to log in and view your information.
Tip: Once your account is set up, take a few minutes to explore the portal. Having easy access to your balances, claims, receipts, and policies can make managing your benefits much simpler!
Fall is finally in the air, and there’s no better time to get outside and get moving! Take advantage of the cooler temperatures, enjoy the beautiful fall scenery, and make Walktober a month to focus on your health and wellness. Whether you take a stroll during your lunch break, go for a walk before or after work, or enjoy an evening walk around the neighborhood, every step counts!
Grab a friend, invite a coworker, and get walking! Walking with a buddy is a great way to stay motivated, catch up with friends, and add a little fun to your daily routine. You don’t have to walk miles to make a difference—even a few extra minutes of movement each day can boost your mood, increase your energy, and support your overall well-being.
Let’s make the most of this beautiful fall weather, get those steps in, and keep moving toward a healthier, happier us! Happy Walktober, SUHSD!