Active Clergy Health Insurance & Wellness
HealthFlex Exchange for Active Participants
Use ALEX, an new online tool to help choose and customize a plan according to your needs. Find out how to:
- Compare HealthFlex plans – learn which plan(s)might cost you the least
- Estimate out-of-pocket costs and how to make the most of reimbursement accounts
Log into your Healthflex Exchange account and get started with Alex!
Annual Enrollment Resources
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ALEX Online Tool to Choose Benefits
ALEX Online Tool to Choose Benefits
A new tool called ALEX, an online tool to customize your plan according to your needs. You can access the Alex tool by logging on to www.webmdhealth.com/gbophb/ or read instructions in the downloadable pdf.
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Finding a Dentist in the DHMO
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Guide to Accessing Your HealthFlex Benefits Online
Guide to Accessing Your HealthFlex Benefits Online
Detailed booklet that provides information on how to access all benefits on HealthFlex/WebMD Website—Your Portal to Information About HealthFlex and Well-Being Benefits. 9.30.20
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Emotional Well being- Behavioral Health Benefits vs. EAP
Emotional Well being- Behavioral Health Benefits vs. EAP
Caring for your emotional well-being is critical—especially in complicated times like these. That’s why HealthFlex offers generous behavioral health benefits and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)—two programs to help support you in your times of need.
Understanding the HealthFlex Exchange
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Video of Webinars discussing HealthFlex Exchange
Video of Webinars discussing HealthFlex Exchange
Watch or re-watch the HealthFlex Exchange Virtual Educational Workshops from October 13, 15 and 19. This video walks through the options and answers questions about the differences.
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HealthFlex Exchange at a Glance
HealthFlex Exchange at a Glance
Overview of how the change in health care options affect participants.
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What is a Private Exchange?
What is a Private Exchange?
Questions and answers about private exchanges and how does it affect your healthcare?
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What is a Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
What is a Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
What is FSA? Find out more in this informational document.
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What is an Health Savings Account (HSA)?
What is an Health Savings Account (HSA)?
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Maximizing your Tax Savings with FSA and HSA.
Maximizing your Tax Savings with FSA and HSA.
You should only consider contributing to a health care FSA if you have already contributed the maximum to your health savings
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IRS W-2 Reporting Responsibilities for Employers
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HSA Transfer Form
Important Contacts
- Wespath Health Team: 1-800-851-2201, dial 2 for help and then press 0
- Quantum Health: 1-833-762-0876
- RX Member Services: 1-833-762-0876
- RX Pharmacist Services: 1-855-239-8471
- Cigna: 1-800-244-6224
- VSP: 1-800-877-7195
- Employee Assistance Program: 1-866-881-6800
- HealthEquity: 1-877-924-3967
Wellness Resources
- HealthFlex Well-Being Programs FAQ
- Accessing HealthFlex Wellbeing programs through the Virgin Pulse App
- HealthFlex Services for Your Emotional Well-Being
- Employee Assistance Program
- Talkspace now available through the EAP
- When to use EAP vs. Behavioral Health
- Recognizing and Coping with Stress
- Resiliency Toolkit – Tips and strategies for each of the five dimensions
Resources for HealthFlex Participants
- Interactive Guide to HealthFlex Mental Health Resources
- No-cost behavioral health services through MDLIVE
- Let the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Lighten Your Load
- Programs in Virgin Pulse® that can help your mental health
- First Aid for Mental Health webinars
Blueprint for Wellness and Health Check Information: Active health insurance participants may take the Quest Diagnostics Blueprint for Wellness Screening and the Health Check now through August 31.
What You Need to Know
- You will select your 2025 Benefits during our Annual Election Period of Oct 30 – Nov. 14
- There will be changes to your current health coverage premiums – please plan to join an informational session to learn more
- Active Clergy and Lay Employees will still utilize the BCBS of Illinois provider network
Watch the Healthflex Exchange Training (coming soon)
ALEX Benefits Counselor
Please note that an ALEX Benefits Counselor for 2025 will be available in mid-September. Additional educational opportunities from Wespath and GNJ will be available this fall before annual election. In the meantime, if you have any questions/concerns, please reach out to the conference office staff.
