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Benefits
Enrolling in Benefits
- Use these forms also to make changes to your existing benefit plans
Welcome to CSUN!
As an employee of the California State University (CSU), you have a comprehensive program of benefits available to you and, in many instances, your family. Your benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, time off benefits, retirement plans and additional CSU benefits. For an online view of your CSU value-added benefits beyond salary, use the CSU Total Compensation Calculator Tool: http://www.calstate.edu/Benefits/compensation/Compensation_Calculator.aspx.
Your benefits are determined by your bargaining unit; please refer to the following for a comprehensive summary: Benefits by Bargaining Unit.
When do my benefits begin?
Your benefits begin the first of the month following your date of hire, as long as the Benefits office receives the enrollment worksheet(s) by the end of the month that you were hired. Example: Your date of hire was on September 2nd; if Benefits received your worksheet(s) by September 30th, your enrollment in medical, dental, and vision plans is effective October 1st. For FlexCash and Flexible Spending Account information, please see below.
Am I eligible?
To be eligible, you must be employed half time or more in an appointment that exceeds six months and one day. Temporary faculty (AY Classification) must have 6.0 units or more for at least one semester, including the current semester.
Do I have to wait until I've attended New Employee Orientation before I can sign up for health benefits?
No, you may enroll in benefits prior to attending the New Employee Orientation. Please complete your enrollment forms within 60 days of your hire date.
What are my medical plan options?
Health Maintenance Organizations (HMOs)
Preferred Provider Organizations (PPOs) - Administered by Anthem Blue Cross
Peace Officers Research Association of California (PORAC) (only for Unit 8 employees belonging to the Association and paying dues)
How can I save on premiums?
- By enrolling in one of our newer plan options - Blue Shield NetValue or PERS Select - you will save money on premiums. NetValue is available in 17 California counties, and PERS Select in 54 California counties. You pay no premium in exchange for a smaller network of medical groups and physicians.
- For additional information, please visit http://www.blueshieldca.com/bsc/calpers/member/index.jhtml or http://www.anthem.com/ca/calpers
Where can I find information on the medical plans and premiums?
- View the Health Care Premium Comparison Chart.
- View the Health Program Publication and Enrollment Materials.
When are health care premiums deducted from my pay warrant?
- Your premium for health benefits is paid in advance of the pay period for which you receive the benefit. For example, health plan coverage for the month of August, 2009 will be deducted from your July 2009 pay period warrant.
How do I enroll or make changes to my medical plan?
- Print the Health Benefit Enrollment Form. Complete sections 1-4B, 6, 7, 9, 17, and 19 - 21; make sure to have Social Security Numbers for your spouse/domestic partner.
- Print and complete the Declaration of Health Coverage (HBD 12-A) Form .
- If you are adding a spouse, submit a copy of your Marriage Certificate; submit a copy of the approved Declaration of Domestic Partnership if adding a domestic partner.
- Submit a copy of a Birth Certificate if adding a dependent child (under 23 years of age).
- Note: Return your enrollment form and appropriate copies to Benefits Administration, University Hall, Room 165, within 60 days of your hire date.
What are my dental plan options?
Delta Dental (PPO) and DeltaCare USA are Employer paid.
The website address for CSU Delta Dental PPO/DeltaCare USA is http://www.deltadentalins.com/csu.
Where can I find information on the Dental Plans?
Dental Comparison Summaries
- DeltaCare USA Basic & Delta Dental Basic Plans
For eligible employees in the following categories: Unit 8, excluded E99, and Annuitants - DeltaCare USA Basic & Delta Dental Level I Enhanced Plans
For eligible employees in the following categories: Unit 10 and Unit 11 (Teaching Associates); Unit 12 employees are eligible for Delta Dental Level I Enhanced only). - DeltaCare USA Enhanced & Delta Dental Level II Enhanced Plans
For eligible employees in the following categories: Units 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9 and C99, M98, M80 and FERP Annuitants
How do I enroll in or make changes to my dental plan?
- Press enter to access the Dental Plan Enrollment Form. Complete sections A, B, and D and print; make sure to have Social Security Numbers for your spouse/domestic partner.
- If you are adding a spouse, submit a copy of your Marriage Certificate; submit a copy of the approved Declaration of Domestic Partnership if adding a domestic partner.
- Submit a copy of a Birth Certificate if adding dependent child. (under 23 years of age)
- Note: Return your enrollment form and appropriate copies to Benefits Administration, University Hall, Room 165 within 60 days of your hire date.
What is the CSUN vision plan?
Eligible employees may enroll within 60 days of their hire date.
Vision Service Plan (VSP) administers all vision benefits and claims on behalf of the employer-paid California State University (CSU) Vision Plan.
Full information about the vision plan is available on the CSU Vision Plan web page: http://www.calstate.edu/HR/benefitsportal/vision.shtml.
How do I enroll or make changes to my vision plan?
Complete the Vision Enrollment Worksheet.
- If you are adding a spouse, submit a copy of your Marriage Certificate; submit a copy of the approved Declaration of Domestic Partnership if adding a domestic partner.
- Submit a copy of a Birth Certificate if adding a dependent child (under 23 years of age).
Note: Return your enrollment form and appropriate copies to Benefits Administration, University Hall, Room 165, within 60 days of your hire date.
FlexCash
What if I already have other health coverage?
- If you are covered by a non-CSU health plan, you may enroll in FlexCash. This benefit allows you to waive your CSU health plan and receive cash reimbursement. $128 (medical); $12 (dental); $140 (both medical and dental).
- FlexCash Plan Brochure
How do I enroll in FlexCash?
- Complete sections 1-6 and print the FlexCash Enrollment Form.
- Sign and date the form.
- Include a copy your insurance card, showing proof of insurance.
- Note: Return your enrollment form and appropriate copies to Benefits Administration, University Hall, Room 165 within 60 days of your hire date.
Dependant or Health Care Reimbursement Accounts
Does CSUN have a flexible spending account plan?
- Yes! These programs allow you to pay for dependent care and/or health care out-of-pocket expenses with pre-tax dollars. Health Care Reimbursement Accounts (HCRAs) are designed to assist you in paying for health care expenses with pre-tax dollars, for example, paying deductibles or co-payments. Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts (DCRAs) are designed to assist you in paying for child care or adult day care for dependent adults, also with pre-tax dollars.
- You may enroll during the first 60 days of your employment.
- You must re-enroll in these programs each year.
- Administrative fee remains $1.00 per month for each plan.
- Access the Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan Brochure.
- Access the Health Care Plan Reimbursement Plan Brochure.
How do I enroll/re-enroll in DCRA/HCRA?
- Access the HCRA/DCRA Enrollment Form. Print this form out and complete sections 1 - 5 and section 7.
- Sign and date the form.
- Note: Return your enrollment form and appropriate copies to Benefits Administration, University Hall, Room 165 within 60 days of your hire date.
Where can I get additional information?
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For assistance:
If your last name begins with the letter A-K contact Monica Escontrias at (818) 677-3810 or e-mail at: monica.escontrias@csun.edu.
If your last name begins with the letter L-Z contact Cathy Salazar at (818) 677-2119 or e-mail at: cathy.salazar@csun.edu.