6 Steps to Take After Open Enrollment
Once open enrollment has concluded, you may be wondering what comes next. Taking a few simple steps now can help ensure your benefits are accurate and ready when you need them.
The following are six key steps to take after open enrollment:
1. Review plan documents.
Verify coverage details, costs and limits to fully understand your coverage and avoid surprises.
2. Verify your provider network.
Confirm your providers and pharmacies are in-network to avoid higher costs or uncovered services. Use your plan’s directory to check doctors, hospitals and prescription coverage.
3. Complete any required follow-ups.
This can include updating beneficiaries, submitting dependent documentation or signing forms. These steps
help finalize your elections and prevent delays or lost coverage.
4. Set up online accounts and mobile apps.
Create logins for your benefit portals and apps to manage claims, find providers and access digital ID cards.
5. Confirm you received your ID cards.
Ensure you’ve received your
health, dental, vision and prescription ID cards, either by mail or digitally.
6. Schedule preventive care.
Book wellness exams, routine screenings, and dental or vision checkups that are included in your plan.
Open enrollment may be over, but reviewing your benefits and completing follow-up steps can help ensure you’re ready to make informed, cost-effective health decisions all year.
For questions or support, reach out to your HR or benefits team.
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