As your Third Party Plan Administrator, TSA Consulting Group, Inc. has prepared your 2025 403(b) Meaningful Notice/Plan Information brochure. An electronic version of your material is attached so that your distribution may be more simplified. The electronic version may be distributed through mass email along with posting on your website in an area where retirement or benefit information can be found.
If you would like to receive printed copies of the 2025 Meaningful Notice
This information is provided to inform all eligible employees of the voluntary retirement plan available to them. IRS regulations require that ALL eligible employees (full-time and part-time) receive written notification each calendar year regarding eligibility and enrollment procedures for the 403(b) Plan.
This information is provided to inform all eligible employees of the voluntary retirement plan available to them. IRS regulations require that ALL eligible employees (full-time and part-time) receive written notification each calendar year regarding eligibility and enrollment procedures for the 403(b) Plan.
Please Note: The 2025 Meaningful Notice will be available on-and can be printed from-the Plan Sponsor's Web page at https://www.tsacg.com on or after January 01, 2025. Educational videos are available online via the following link: https://www.tsacg.com/individual/educational-videos
Please email or call the Communications/Publications Team with any questions. Our contact information is as follows:
[email protected] or 1-866-569-9967, Toni Hagan (ext.3215), Paula Zaher (ext. 3213) & Leah Wilbanks (ext. 3214).
Any additional questions or concerns can be directed to Sherry Marcolongo Barker ([email protected]), Director of Corporate Communications, at 1-888-777-5827 ext.1120
Please read the Meaningful Notice/Plan Summary Information for additional details.
FMLA FORMS
Submit completed request forms and required medical documentation to Ms. Yvette Enriquez - [email protected]
FMLA - EMPLOYEE
FMLA - FAMILY
MEDICAL PLANS
PPO Plan
The PPO Plan (http://www.bcbsil.com) is a self-insured plan administered by Blue Cross. Please see the Summary of Benefits and Coverage for more details.
$750 Deductible PPO Plan
The $750 Deductible PPO Plan is only available to staff under the Teachers' contract. Please see the Summary of Benefits and Coverage for more details.
HMO Illinois
The district also offers HMO Illinois (http://www.bcbsil.com) as an alternate to the PPO. Please refer to the Summary of Benefits and Coverage for more details.
Blue Advantage HMO
The district also offers Blue Advantage HMO (http://www.bcbsil.com) as a second HMO option.
High Deductible PPO w/HSA
The district now offers a High Deductible Health Plan as another alternative to the traditional PPO. Please see the Summary of Benefits and Coverage for more details.
International Coverage
Blue Access for Members
- Get information about your health benefits, anytime, anywhere. Use your computer, phone, or tablet to access the BCBSIL secure member website, Blue Access for Members (BAM): https://www.bcbsil.com/member
- With BAM you can securely access your account to review your coverage and claims status, find wellness resources, request a new ID card, search for doctors and more
- With BAM you can use Provider Finder to choose in-network doctors and hospitals, compare cost and quality, and estimate out-of-pocket cost before making treatment decisions.
- Blue Access for Members Flyer
Fitness Program Membership
- Members with PPO or HMO medical coverage may enroll in the BCBSIL Fitness Program. The program gives you unlimited access to a nationwide network of more than 9,500 fitness locations.
- Monthly fees are $25 per month per member with a one-time enrollment fee of $25 per member. Fitness Program Membership Flyer
Virtual Visits -Convenient health care at your fingertips
- PPO members have access to the services of MDLive for on-demand care for non-emergency medical and behavioral health services. Members may connect with a board-certified physician either by telephone, computer or smart phone.
- Virtual Visit Flyer
Vision Coverage:
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With HMO Medical Coverage you have vision coverage with Eyemed. To print or download a vision card please register online: https://www.eyemedvisioncare.com/bcbsil/public/login.emvc.
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When searching for a provider through the website the employee can type their zip code and narrow down the search by importance level (hours & scheduling, services, products, and select brands)
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With EyeMed each dependent is allowed one eye exam every 12 months and discounts on glasses and/or contacts.
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Vision claims can be submitted through your Blue Access for Members Account (BAM)
Your coverage includes benefits for vision care. Vision care services are provided at 100% of the Claim Charges, limited to $200 every twenty-four (24) consecutive months. Vision claims should be submitted through your Blue Access for Members Accounts (BAM).
If you have not, please register by visiting https://www.bcbsil.com/
Dental Coverage:
Waukegan School District offers one dental PPO Plan. It is a self-insured plan administered by Blue Cross/Blue Shield. For details, please visit the Dental Benefit Highlights sheet.
BlueCare Dental Benefits and Coverage
Dental Claim Form - Attending Dentist's Statement
Cafeteria Plan (Section 125 Flexible Spending Program):
An added benefit is the district's Flexible Spending Program. An employee may take advantage of the pre-tax benefits by using it for:
- Dependent Care
- Unreimbursed medical and dental expenses
- Pre-taxing dependent premiums
The Cafeteria Plan's open enrollment is in November, and the benefit period is January 1 - December 31.
PayFlex Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Life Changing Events:
Employee Assistance Program:
The District offers an EAP program through National Insurance Services. The EAP covers a wide range of issues that an employee may be experiencing.
EAP Services are available to you two ways:
Identity Theft Assistance Service
Additional Wellness Services
LegalShield
If you have additional questions regarding Employee Benefits, contact Ms. Rosie Berry, at [email protected].