New for 2027: MedFlex Plan
For the 2027 plan year, Â鶹¶ÌÊÓƵ is adding a third plan option: the MedFlex Narrow Network medical plan through Medical Mutual of Ohio. MedFlex is designed to provide an additional, lower-premium medical plan option for eligible non-bargaining and AFSCME employees.
Because Â鶹¶ÌÊÓƵ State’s medical plan is self-funded, the University pays the actual cost of employee and dependent claims. MedFlex’s narrow network provides access to providers who have agreed to negotiated rates that provide a deeper discount to healthcare services. This in turn can help reduce the costs of medical claims paid for by the University.
MedFlex may be a strong choice for employees who want to maintain a high quality of care, pay lower premiums, and whose healthcare needs can be met by primary care physicians, specialists, hospitals and other providers participating in the MedFlex network. .
Open Enrollment Information Webinar
The Benefits team is pleased to offer an informational webinar on Tuesday, Oct. 13, from 10-11 a.m. We will review the 2027 plan options, provider changes, how to use the new Open Enrollment portal, and more. We will also take questions at that time. If you cannot attend, the session will be recorded.
Reminder: Open Enrollment and Wellness Fairs
- ASHTABULA: Monday, Oct. 12
- KENT: Wednesday, Oct. 14
- TUSCARAWAS: Monday, Oct. 19
- STARK: Tuesday, Oct. 20
- EAST LIVERPOOL: Thursday, Oct. 22
- COLLEGE OF PODIATRIC MEDICINE: Friday, Oct. 23
- TRUMBULL: Monday, Oct. 26
- SALEM: Tuesday, Oct. 27
- GEAUGA: Wednesday, Oct. 28
- TWINSBURG: Thursday, Oct. 29
Where to Get Flu Shots
Â鶹¶ÌÊÓƵ State employees and dependents covered by the Â鶹¶ÌÊÓƵ State's health plans are eligible to receive flu shots and other vaccines covered under their medical benefits. Please note that flu shots and vaccines that are not billed through the medical plan are not covered expenses. The pharmacy must submit the claim to Medical Mutual. If the pharmacist fails to submit the claim through Medical Mutual, the vaccine will not be considered a covered or reimbursable expense. Click here for detailed information on eligible flu shot locations.
Questions?
Please contact Employee Benefits at benefits@kent.edu with any questions or for additional information.
Sincerely,
Sheba N. Marshall
Executive Director, Employee Benefits and Wellness
Division of People, Culture and Belonging
