2026 Virtual Benefits Guide
Plan Year: January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2026
Welcome to Your 2026 Benefit Offerings
At JSSA we appreciate your commitment and contributions to our organization's success. Each year, we strive to offer benefit plans to our employees that not only regard you for your hard work, but offer you and your family comprehensive and affordable health and wellness protection. We are confident that you will find our 2026 benefit offerings to be of excellent value to you and your dependents.
OPEN ENROLLMENT REMINDER!
Open Enrollment is from December 1, 2025 through December 8th, 2025. This is the time of year where you can elect new plans with JSSA. You may switch between plans, add or remove dependents, and make changes without being required to have a qualifying life event. Please also keep in mind the following when making your elections for 2026:
- THIS IS A PASSIVE ENROLLMENT! If you do not make elections during this Open Enrollment, your current benefit elections will roll over effective January 1, 2026. The only exception to this is your FSA and HSA elections, which MUST be actively elected during this Open Enrollment.
- If you have already enrolled in at least $10,000 worth of Voluntary Life/AD&D insurance, you will be able to up to the Guaranteed Issue amount for Voluntary Life/AD&D benefits without completing Evidence of Insurability!
Eligibility & Enrollment
Eligibility
Enrollment
When Can I Change My Coverage?
The elections you make during open enrollment will be in effect from January 1, 2026 through December 31st 2026, for medical, dental, vision, and FSA benefits. The elections you make during your enrollment period will remain fixed, unless you experience of the following Qualifying Life Events:
- Changes to legal marital status - marriage, divorce, death, legal separation, or annulment
- Change in number of tax dependents - birth, adoption, placement of a foster child, death
- Chages in employment status for either employee or spouse
- Changes in work schedule of either employee or spouse, including reduction/increase in work hours
- Dependents becoming ineligible
- Entitlement to Medicare
If you have a life status change, you must notify Human Resources within 30 days of the change. Depending on the type of change, you may need to provide proof of the change (for example, a marriage license or birth certificate). If you do not return your enrollment forms to Human Resources within 30 days you will have to wait until the next annual open enrollment period to make benefit changes.
Medical & Rx
(800) 244-6224
Cigna is your medical and prescription carrier. You have the choice between three plans for the 2026 plan year. The three plan options include a HMO plan, a OAPIn HSA plan, and a POS plan. View the Providers & Networks for more information on how these plans networks differ from each other as well as buttons to locate participating providers.
OAP-In HMO Plan: This plan utilizes Cigna’s Open Access Plus In-Network, or more commonly referred to as OAPIN network. Since this plan is a HMO plan, you may only use providers that are in-network. Under this plan, you will still have access to nationwide coverage to providers and care, with no need to designate a primary care physician and no referrals needed to see specialists. This plan allows you to access routine care and prescriptions at low copayments. In some cases, such as needing major medical care, a low deductible and coinsurance will apply.
Cigna OAP-In HDHP with HSA Plan: This plan utilizes Cigna’s Open Access Plus In-Network, or more commonly referred to as OAPIN network. Since this plan is a HMO plan, you may only use providers that are in-network. Under this plan, you will still have access to nationwide coverage to providers and care, with no need to designate a primary care physician and no referrals needed to see specialists.
This plan is made of 2 components: a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) and a Health Savings Account (HSA). This medical plan requires all coverages and services provided be paid for out-of-pocket until the plan deductible is met. Once met, you will pay copayments until your out-of-pocket maximum has been met. The plan’s HSA component provides you with access to an account which you can contribute and save pre-tax dollars. In the event you have out-of-pocket medical expenses, you can pay for them with funds in your HSA.
Cigna OAP POS Plan: This plan allows you to have access to in-network care within Cigna’s Open Access Plus POS network but also have the flexibility to receive coverage out-of-network. If you use in-network providers, you receive first dollar coverage for routine services and benefits in the form of copayments. In some cases, such as inpatient admissions, the deductible and coinsurance for major medical care will apply.
Medical/Rx Plans Overview
Below is a high-level overview of your plan options and benefit information:
You can view more details of these plans by accessing the benefit summaries provided by JSSA.
Cigna Preventive Care
All plans cover in-network preventive care at 100%, including routine screenings and checkups. Many of these services are covered as part of routine physical exams. These include regular checkups, routine gynecological visits and well-child exams. You do not pay anything for these services if you receive them from a provider that participates in Cigna's Open Access Plus network. That means no deductible, no copayment, and no coinsurance.
Rx Information
Look up your prescriptions by viewing the Cigna Preferred Drug List. By using the link below, you may access all of the drugs covered under the JSSA medical plan. When searching for a drug, make sure you select "Performance 3 Tier" from the drop-down menu under Select a Drug.
Helpful Rx Cost Saving Tools & Tips!
GO GENERIC - Consider using generic medications when possible. If your doctor prescribes a drug, be sure to ask if there is a suitable generic alternative. You can also ask the pharmacy to confirm
CIGNA HOME DELIVERY MAIL ORDER - Maintenance medications that require daily use are more affordable to you in a 90-day supply, rather than the 30-day retail supply. Typically, mail order drugs are subject to two-times the standard 30-day copays noted above, resulting in lower expenses for you. You can get more information on how to start receiving mail order drugs by clicking Here
GOOD Rx - There are many tools online that you can use in order to save on prescription costs. One being www.goodrx.com, an online Rx database that allows you to find what pharmacy is the cheapest for your specific prescription. Additionally, you may be able to find a coupon that will greatly reduce your cost. It is important to remember that many of the coupons can only be used outside of your plan (insurance will not be applied and costs with the coupon will not count towards your deductibles and/or out-of-pocket maximums).
Behavioral Health and Gender Affirming Care
Behavioral Health
If you elect the Cigna medical benefits, you have several options for mental health care varying from mindfulness apps, to wellness coaching, to therapy. Some of the digital resources include:
Happify:
A self-directed program with science-based activities, games, and guided meditations, designed to help reduce anxiety, stress and boost overall health.
Ginger
In-the-monthly emotional care including coaching, therapy psychiatry, and self-care resources - all from the privacy of a smartphone.
iPrevail
Provides on-demand coaching, personalized learning, and caregiver support. Complete an assessment, receive a program tailored to your needs, and get connected to a peer coach.
MDLIVE
MDLIVE allows users to talk to a therapist or psychiatrist via video only (for behavioral services). These providers can provide therapy, diagnose, treat, and prescribe medications for many common mental health conditions during non-emergency situations. Users do not gain direct access to a provider they need to schedule a day/time for their appointment..
Meru Health
Online health care providers that use a targeted mind/body approach over a 12-week program to help reduce anxiety, stress, and long-term burnout.
Talkspace
Connect with your personal, in-network licensed therapist through unlimited messages (text, voice, and video) and video sessions with the therapist you choose.
Gender Affirming Care
If you elect the Cigna medical benefits and identify as transgender, your healthcare needs, including gender affirming care, are provided under the plan. Coverage includes but is not limited to:
- Gender reassignment surgery
- Hormone therapy
- Chest surgery, including mastectomy and breast augmentation
- Required lab testing to monitor prescribed hormone therapy
- Behavioral counseling
- Routine medical care
Virtual Visits
800-244-6224
JSSA provides those employees who are covered by one of the Cigna medical plans access to virtual visits with MDLive.Cigna virtual care provide members the opportunity to receive primary care, behavioral care, urgent care, and dermatology care from the comfort of your own home.
Virtual Primary Care providers is only available for medical members aged 18 years and older
To get access to these convenient services, visit the Cigna Virtual Care website.
Carrier Resources & Education
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HSA & FSA
(800) 499-3539
You have the opportunity to contribute to a variety of savings and/or spending accounts on a pre-tax basis which lowers your taxable income. View the information below for important details and guidelines for the various accounts offered by JSSA.
Health Savings Account (HSA)
The Health Savings Account (HSA) allows you to set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for eligible medical, dental, and vision expenses. The OAP-In HSA Plan is qualified for an HSA. By contributing to an HSA you reduce your taxable income, so you pay less in taxes — which saves you money.
HSA IRS Maximums are as follows and are on a calendar year basis. The maximums indicated below are a combined maximum for participant and any employer provided funds to the HSA. If you elect the HSA plan mid-year, maximums are prorated based on your effective date in the HSA plan.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Plan Details are as follows:
- You can contribute up to $3,400 annually.
- At the end of the 2026 plan year, if you have not used all of your FSA funds, a maximum of $680 will carry over into next year's FSA plan (should you elect an FSA for the 2026 plan year).
- You have 90 days after the end of the plan year to submit for expenses that occurred on or before 12/31/2025.
- If you are enrolled in an HSA plan, you will be eligible for the Limited Purpose FSA only which can be used for qualifying dental, vision, and post-deductible medical expenses.
- You have access to your full annualized election amount on day one.
- Unused funds will be forfeited.
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Flexible Spending Account
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How to Optimize your FSA
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Dependent Care Reimbursement Account (DCRA)
Plan Details are as follows:
- You can contribute up to $7,500 annually.
- You have 90 days after the end of the plan year to submit for expenses that occurred on or before 12/31/2025.
- You only have access to the funds of which you have paid into the account. You will NOT receive a debit card for your Dependent Care finds
- Any unused funds are forfeited.
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Dependent Care FSA
Dependent Care FSA
Dental
(800) 932-4626
JSSA's dental plans provide comprehensive coverage to help you and your family maintain good dental health. The dental plans include both in and out of network benefits. Although your cost sharing is the same in and out of network, if you do go out of network it is likely that you will experience balance billing.
If you are already enrolled in the JSSA Delta Dental plans today and have not already done so, please be sure to register through the Delta Dental member portal where you can access important information pertaining to your dental plan with Delta Dental including participating providers, coverage information, and explanation of benefits/claims. If you are not currently covered, you will be able to register in the Delta Dental portal as of your effective date of coverage.
Dental Plans Overview
Below is a high-level overview of your plan options and benefit information:
What are Preventive Services? Routine oral exams and cleanings, x-rays,, sealants & fluoride treatments
What are Basic Services? Periodontics, endodontics (root canals), oral surgery, fillings, prosthetic maintenance
What are Major Services? Prosthodontics, crowns, dentures, implants & bridges
You can view more details of these plans by accessing the benefit summaries provided below.
Providers & Networks
Delta Dental offers the nation's largest dental networks: Delta Dental PPO and Delta Dental Premier. Here's how the plan works:
You may use the dental plan in three different ways. You can use a Delta Dental PPO provider, a Delta Dental premier Provider, or an Out-of-Network provider. Your out-of-pocket cost for dental services will depend on which of these options you select. You will save the most money by receiving care from a Delta Dental PPO provider. If you select a Delta Dental Premier provider, you will pay more because your co-insurance will be higher. If you use an out-of-network provider you may have to file your own claims with Delta Dental, as well as pay for any changes that exceed the plan's usual and customary chargers/maximum allowable chargers.
Whether you receive care through the Delta Dental PPO network, Delta Dental Premier network, or out-of-network, the plan covers 100% of the cost of preventive care, with no deductible.
Locate a participating provider by using the button below, select Delta Dental PPO plus Premier.
Vision
(866) 265-4626
JSSA offers vision coverage through VSP to help pay for eye exams, prescription glasses and contact lenses. VSP also provides discounts for Hearing Care and Lasik.
If you are already enrolled in the JSSA VSP vision plan today and have not already done so, please be sure to register through the VSP member portal where you can access important information pertaining to your vision plan with VSP including participating providers, coverage information, and explanation of benefits/claims. If you are not currently covered, you will be able to register in the VSP portal as of your effective date of coverage.
Below is a high-level overview of your plan and in-network benefits:
Network & Resources
You may use the eye care professional of your choice. However, when you visit a participating in-network provider, you receive higher levels of coverage. If you choose to receive services out-of-network, you may be required to pay that provider at time of service and will need to submit a claim to VSP for the applicable reimbursement based on the out-of-network reimbursement schedule.
Financial Protection
JSSA understands the importance to you and your family to have strong financial protection. We provide all employees Basic Life/AD&D and Disability coverage at no cost to you. In addition to these benefits, we offer a variety of insurance you can choose from on a voluntary, employee paid basis so you can select what is best for your family. All of these coverages are provided to protect your income and out of pocket expenses.
Life/AD&D
(800) 421-0344
A sudden accident or death can leave you or your loved ones in a vulnerable position. JSSA provides all eligible employees Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage in the amount of 1 time's your annual salary up to $200,000 at no cost to you*. Employees have the opportunity to enroll in additional Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance which will supplement lost income in the event of an accident or death. If you choose to enroll in employee coverage, this will be in addition to your employer provided Basic Life/AD&D coverage.
- Evidence of Insurability (EOI) is required for those who are increasing coverage pass the Guaranteed Issue amount during this Open Enrollment, or elect the Voluntary Life/AD&D benefit at a later time.
- Who's Your Beneficiary? Naming a beneficiary is a crucial part of electing life insurance. Also, don't forget to update your primary or secondary beneficiary if you experience a life event, such as a divorce or birth of a child.
- *Guarantee Issue only applies during THIS Open Enrollment, new hires or newly eligible spouses (due to marriage) electing benefits for the first time
*Executive Benefits may differ. Please contact HR for further information
Disability
(800) 421-0344
JSSA provides all eligible employees both Short & Long Term Disability benefits at no cost to you!
Everyday illnesses, injuries, or maternity can interfere with your ability to work, with more serious injuries or illnesses can impact your ability to work indefinitely. Even a few weeks away from work can make it difficult to manage household costs. Disability coverage provides financial protection for you by paying a portion of your income, so you can focus on getting better and worry less about keeping up with your bills.
Voluntary Benefits
We realize you make benefit choices based on what’s important to you and the needs of your changing lifestyle. Therefore, along with our core benefits, we offer Identity Protection and Legal Services are provided through ID Shield/Legal Shield. These benefits are offered in an effort to protect and assist with the expenses and services needed in the event you are faced with compromises to your identity or legal matters.
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403(b) Retirement Plan
(800) 3384-4015 | www.empowermyretirement.com
JSSA realizes the importance of saving towards retirement and has established a Retirement plan to assist you in meeting your long-term financial goals. This plans allows you to use tax-deferred money to save for your retirement while earning interest and receiving free money through the employer match. The benefit is provided through Empower.
- Eligible employees are able to receive a contribution of 100% of 1% of your annual salary from JSSA
- Employees can contribute up to $23,500 annually or $31,000 if they are 50 or older
- Employees have immediate ownership of all personal contributions
- JSSA contributions are vested after 3 years of service
Roth Salary Deferral
The Roth option will give you the flexibility to designate all or part of your 403(b) elective deferrals as Roth contributions.
Roth Contributions are made with after-tax dollars, as opposed to the ore-tax dollars you contribute to a traditional 403(b). In other words, with the Roth option, you've already paid income taxes on once you contribute. With the traditional 403(b), your contribution is made on a pre-tax basis and you pay income taxes only when you take a distribution.
Enrolling in the plan is easy.
- Log in to www.retiresmart.com and select "Register for Online Access. You can also enroll and create your account on the Empower RetireSMART app.
- Create your Username, Password, and PIN. You will use the PIN on our voice response system.
- Confirm your preference for E Notification of documents.
- That's it! Now you can access your account and take advantage of all of Empower's online tools.
Contact Information and Additional Educational Videos
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Personal Support & Assistance
JSSA realizes that your needs go beyond just the standard insurance. This is why we also provide all employees and their families access to personal service and assistance resources at no cost. Here you will find information on our Employee Assistance Program and Travel Assistance resources, both to give you peace of mind and support when you need it the most!
Travel Assistance
Have Questions?
As you consider your benefit options, please be sure to review all available information. If you need further assistance, please reach out to Human Resources.
This is a high-level guide of certain benefits your employer offers. The information in this benefits guide is intended as a general outline of the benefits available under the following welfare benefit programs offered by your employer and should not be considered legal, investment or other benefits advice. Benefits described are subject to change, amendment, or termination without notice to, or the agreement of, any employee/participant. All protected health information is confidential, pursuant to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996. If you have any questions about your benefits guide, contact Human Resources. If you (and/or your dependents) have Medicare or will become eligible for Medicare in the next 12 months, a Federal law gives you more choices about your prescription drug coverage.