JULY 1, 2023- JUNE 30, 2024 PLAN YEAR INFORMATION
Employees can view/enroll benefits through an Online Self Service Platform.
You will need to Register First with the Company Identifier putnam
Use the Registration Guide for Step by Step Instructions
Login once Registered
Benefit Packets contain the following materials:
- Personalized Benefit Statement- including in your Enrollment Packet
- Memo
- Putnam 2023/2024 Summary of Benefits
- NEW Hospital Indemnity Plan
STATE HEALTH MEDICAL
Reset your ADP Password through https://myshbpga.adp.com/shbp/
Review your State Health Benefits through https://shbp.georgia.gov/ or call 800-610-1863 to make enrollment changes
See the SHBP Medical Provider Options for contact, rates and other information.
• PRINT your confirmation statement for verification of Medical Election.
EXPANDED EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
Your ComPsych® GuidanceResources® program provides no-cost, confidential emotional support to life’s challenges. A GuidanceConsultant offers someone to talk to and resources to consult whenever and wherever you need them, and can make referrals to face to face counselors. Just call: 877.533.2363. Online support and resources are available through https://www.guidanceresources.com WebID 5848i
FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT REGULATION & PLAN CHANGES
Medical FSA Maximum will increase to $2,850.
Over the Counter Medications & Feminine Products are now eligible through the CARES Act.
Also, the following changes are being made to The Plan:
Rollover is limited to accounts with $50 or more at the end of the Plan Year/June 30.
Rollover Only accounts $50 – $500 will Rollover for One (1) Year if you do not re-enroll.
LEAVING PUTNAM COUNTY SCHOOLS?
Exit Notice for all Terminations
Special Newsletter for potential retirees with information on medical, dental, vision and Medicare Advantage plans in retirement.
Take along Dental Plan offered through Houze & Associates for any terminating employee- Coverage that will not expire!
SHBP Annuitant Years of Service Subsidy Policy
Things you need to know about Medical when you retire
OTHER INFORMATION
The FORMS link has enrollment and claim forms available for download. You can also contact Houze & Associates for additional support.
Links to other sites of interest:
Public School Employee Retirement System of Georgia
Teacher Retirement System of Georgia
Advance Directive of Health Care
PRIOR BENEFITS ELECTIONS BENEFITSACCESS LOGIN
NEW EMPLOYEES TO PCCSS:
Employees have two places to enroll for benefits:
1) STATE HEALTH MEDICAL
JANUARY – DECEMBER PLAN YEAR
New Employees must enroll your State Health medical benefits, within 31 days of your start date. Information can be found: https://shbp.georgia.gov/
Transfers from another State School District must keep your existing Medical Plan until the next Annual Enrollment Period in October.
| 2023 Plan Year | |
| Active Decision Guide | Rates and Plan Design |
Reset or setup your ADP Password – instructions
2)PUTNAM SCHOOLS BENEFITS
JULY – JUNE PLAN YEAR
2022/2023 New Hire Benefits Presentation
Get ready!
1) Review Putnam County Schools 2022/23 Summary of Benefits
2) Review the State Health Benefit Plans Available
Be Prepared!
1) Use the Putnam County Schools Benefits Worksheet
2) Complete the SHBP Enroll/Decline Information Form (this will be turned in to use for reference only).
NOTE: ENROLLMENTS AND QUALIFYING EVENTS WITH STATE HEALTH MUST BE COMPLETED WITHIN 31 DAYS OF YOUR START DATE OR EVENT DATE.
STATE HEALTH WELLNESS INCENTIVES
Reminder that employees and covered spouses can receive an additional $480 each in HRA credits with State Health for completing certain wellness actions. Visit www.BeWellSHBP.com for details or see the enclosed flyer.
VALUABLE RESOURCE
The Putnam County Charter School System realizes that our most valuable resource is our employees. We provide you, our employees, one of the area’s most progressive and comprehensive benefit programs to ensure your current and future financial security.
If you have specific questions about benefits other than the State Health Benefit Plan, please call the Central Office (706) 485-5381, extension 5015 or call Houze & Associates, Inc. at (800) 523-7135.
