In 2019, the UPHS Benefits team thought outside the “benefits box” to bring employees UPHS Benefit Extras. With Benefit Extras, employees have access to specially negotiated group rates on valuable benefits that extend beyond the traditional medical and retirement benefits, including accident insurance, critical illness insurance, pet insurance and auto and home insurance.
“We had a really great response to the roll out of the program last year. Employees have elected over 1,600 voluntary benefits to date!” said Jen Brady, MA, RD, associate director of Employee Benefits and Wellness. “Our employees appreciated that we brought in additional programs to help support them and save them money,”
According to Brady, UPHS Benefits Extras also means purchasing power. “Employees can shop an extensive network of carefully curated local and national vendors through the Deals and Discounts portal. They’ll find great discounts on apparel, cars, electronics, live entertainment, gifts, and travel.”
Managing UPHS Benefits Extras is easy. Employees can access them from anywhere they have an Internet connection and any smart phone because they’re mobile friendly. And with automatic payroll deductions, employees won’t miss a premium payment.
Please note: The enrollment period for critical illness and accident insurances run through November 16 for coverage beginning Jan. 1, 2021. Employees can apply for any of the other UPHS Benefit Extras any time during the year.