Open Enrollment for Benefits Kicks Off Oct 17 at 7 AM

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Open Enrollment for Benefits Kicks Off Oct 17 at 7 AM

The upcoming open enrollment period for employee benefits at UAB is set to start at 7 a.m. on October 17 and end at 5 p.m. on November 3. This timeframe is crucial for eligible employees of UAB, UAB Hospital, and UAB Hospital Management LLC. During this period, they must select their preferred benefits for 2026.

Key Details of the Open Enrollment

Employees have the opportunity to choose from various plans, including dental, vision, and health insurance. Additional voluntary options and tax-deferred spending accounts for health and dependent care are also available. It is important to note that this is an active enrollment process. Failure to select a 2026 health care plan by the deadline will result in a lack of UAB-provided coverage starting January 1, 2026.

Enrollment and Assistance Resources

As part of the enrollment, employees must add or update their emergency contact information. This information remains confidential and will only be accessed in emergencies. To assist in decision-making, UAB provides a comprehensive open enrollment toolkit on the UAB for Me benefits portal.

  • Plan details and educational content
  • Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
  • Decision-making tools and resources

Furthermore, a plan comparison tool is available during the online enrollment process to help employees choose the best options for their needs. For additional support, employees can contact their HR consultant or the UAB Benefits office at 205-934-3458.

Effective Date and New Premiums

All benefit elections made during this enrollment period will take effect on January 1, 2026. New premiums for the selected medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with any voluntary benefits, will be reflected in the January 2026 payroll.

For more information on the open enrollment process, employees are encouraged to utilize the available resources to ensure their selections meet their household needs effectively.