Tag: Human Resources

Delta Dental Reimbursement Rate Changes Effective July 1
Employees who participate in our dental benefits: Delta Dental is changing the reimbursement rates they pay dentists in Missouri effective July 1, 2013. This change does not impact our specific plan coverage or dental benefits. Delta Dental indicates that these changes are intended to be pro-consumer with a reduction in claims costs and out-of-pocket expenses. […]

May 2013 New Employee & Employee Anniversaries
For May, the Webster University community welcomed the following new employee: Ashley Adams, coordinator, Online Learning Center, (314) 246-7762, replaces Elizabeth Stacey. * * * The University extends its appreciation to the following individuals for their years of service: 5 Years Alan Anthony, representative, Kansas City Metropolitan Campus, Mo. Nancy Haparimwi, representative, Business Department Deborah Maniaci, […]

UHC Upcoming Pharmacy Provider Change
Human Resources recently emailed employees who participate in the medical coverage through UnitedHealthcare (UHC) a reminder that Webster’s pharmacy provider will change from Medco to OptumRx, effective June 1, 2013. Employees who have coverage will be receiving information mailed to their home address from UHC regarding this change and providing answers to Frequently Asked Questions. […]

An Update on Filing Discovery Benefits/Flexible Spending Claims
This year, Webster University’s insurance committee, comprised of faculty and staff, selected Discovery Benefits as our third-party flexible spending plan administrator, to ensure full compliance with IRS regulations on our behalf. Specifically, IRS regulations require verification for any charges outside of our standard medical plan co-payments. For medical expenses, this includes: Date of service/purchase Description […]
A ‘Great College to Work For’ – Webster Goes for Sixth Consecutive Year
Once again, The Chronicle of Higher Education is currently conducting its annual “Great Colleges to Work For” benchmarking study, designed to identify and recognize institutions that have created great workplaces. Webster has had the distinction of being named a “great college to work for” every year since the survey’s inception in 2008. The results are […]

Your Feedback Wanted for Inclusion & Diversity Summit
Human Resources continues to solicit your feedback, evaluations and recommendations from the recent Global Inclusion & Diversity Summit. If you haven’t already, please provide feedback by downloading the feedback form here [PDF] and submitting to Amy Kettenbach in Human Resources.

U.S. Faculty and Staff Benefits Statement
U.S. Faculty and Staff: Arriving soon in your mailbox from Human Resources: Your 2012-2013 total compensation report as full-time staff or faculty member. This statement summarizes the value of your compensation – pay and benefits – provided by the University as of Jan. 1, 2013. Statement information focuses on the core benefits the University offers […]

HR Reminder for Employees with 2013 Benefits Coverage
Updated coverage and contributions will be reflected on the first paycheck of 2013. Review your electronic pay stub through Connections to confirm your new rates. If you are one of the nearly 400 employees who participated in the Health Assessment, your five percent discount will be reflected on your checks throughout the year. Contact Paula […]

United HealthCare 2012 Annual Rights & Resource Disclosure
United HealthCare (UHC) has issued its Annual Rights and Resource Disclosure notification. Highlighted areas include: how to get information regarding your benefits preventive health guidelines wellness resources and tools finding a physician UHC partnerships for certain health services including behavioral health submitting appeals regulatory compliance members rights and responsibilities This notification will be posted under […]

New Delta Dental Cards and Benefit Information
For Webster University community members enrolled in Delta Dental in 2013: You will be receiving a new ID card in the mail soon. The card will reflect an updated group number depending on the plan you chose: Gold Group Number: 7738-1000 Platinum Group Number: 7738-2000 Additionally, because our plans now provide better cost management through […]