2025 Open Enrollment
American Fidelity's open enrollment will be held from October 20, 2025 to November 14, 2025. Plan changes will take effect January 1, 2026.
What do you need to do?
All full-time active 欧美群交 employees, working 30 hour per week or more, must enroll in benefits for the new calendar year with American Fidelity. Your current enrollments (including dependents) will not roll over to the next year. To help with the transition, please schedule an appointment with an American Fidelity representative that will help you understand the plans and make a decision.
Click on the below to become more familiar with your options.
New Base Plan options for you and your family
欧美群交 will offer the following plan options for you and your family:
Medical through SISC |
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Dental through Delta Dental (ACSIG) |
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Vision through VSP (ACSIG) |
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Basic Life & Long-term Disability through Lincoln Financial Group |
Schedule a 1:1 meeting with an American Fidelity Representative! During your meeting, you will:
- Review and elect your new benefit options via our online platform
- Ask questions about selecting a new health plan
- Provide supporting documentation for all dependents
You can schedule a 1:1 meeting by visiting or scanning the following QR Code:
These information sessions are a great opportunity for you to visit with insurance carriers and ask any specific questions you may have regarding your health benefits.
NOTE: These info sessions DO NOT replace the 1:1 session. You still need to meet with an American Fidelity Representative.
Access the recording for the 10/14/25 9:00 a.m. information session .
Note the location and times:
Date | Time | Location |
October 2 |
1:30pm-5:00pm Presentations start at: 1:30pm & 3:00pm |
K-125 |
October 6 |
1:30pm-5:00pm Presentations start at: 1:30pm & 3:00pm |
Steinbeck Hall |
October 9 |
Presentation: 2:00-2:50 pm 鈫 Q&A: 2:50-3:15 pm Presentation: 3:30-4:20 pm 鈫 Q&A: 4:20-6:00 pm |
K-125 |
October 14 |
Presentation: 9:00-9:50 am 鈫 Q&A: 9:50-10:20 am Presentation: 2:00-2:50 pm 鈫 Q&A: 2:50-3:20 pm |
Virtual Zoom Meeting |
October 15 |
Presentation: 12:00-12:50 pm Presentation: 1:00-1:50 pm 鈫 Q&A: 1:50-2:20 pm Presentation: 3:00-3:50 pm 鈫 Q&A: 3:50-4:20 pm |
Virtual Zoom Meeting (Visit or scan the QR code below) ![]() |
October 16 |
Presentation: 2:00-2:50 pm 鈫 Q&A: 2:50-3:15 pm Presentation: 3:30-4:20 pm 鈫 Q&A: 4:20-6:00 pm |
K-125 |
October 24 |
Presentation: 10:00-10:50 am Presentation: 11:00-11:50 am 鈫 Q&A: 11:50 am-12:20 pm |
Virtual Zoom Meeting (Visit or scan the QR code below) ![]() |
November 3 |
Presentation: 1:30-2:20 pm Presentation (Get Connected): 2:35-2:55 pm Presentation: 3:30-4:20 pm 鈫 Q&A: 4:20-5:00 pm |
Steinbeck Hall |
Note: Copies of documents are permitted
Dependent Type | Required Documentation |
Spouse |
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Domestic Partner |
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Children, Stepchildren, and/or Adopted Children up to age 26 |
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Legal Guardianship up to age 18 |
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Unmarried Disabled Dependents over age 26 (required enrollment in a SISC medical plan) |
BLUE SHIELD (All items listed below are required)
KAISER (All items listed below are required)
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Retirees and/or Dependents on a Retiree Plan Age 65 or Over |
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2026 EMPLOYEE BENEFITS GUIDE
The benefits team has created the Employee Benefits Overview booklet which provides summaries of all the benefits offered by Hartnell Community College.
You can also see the Summary of Benefits and Coverage for each plan below:
Blue Shield PPO 80-K
Summary of Benefits and Coverage
Blue Shield PPO 80-M
Summary of Benefits and Coverage
Blue Shield PPO HSA
Summary of Benefits and Coverage
Kaiser HMO
鈼 How to Coordinate Pharmacy Services
鈼 Access the SISC - Book of Business Drug List to see the which prescription drugs are covered
鈼 Learn more about your Navitus Prescription Drug Benefits
Q: Do I need to meet with American Fidelity during the enrollment?
A: Yes. Because this is a new system and data accuracy is vital, we are requesting
that all employees meet with an American Fidelity representative this year to complete
their health and/or supplemental benefits enrollment.
Q: When will appointments be available with American Fidelity?鈥
A: The enrollment will begin October 20th, 2025, and continue through November 14th,
2025. American Fidelity representatives will be on site to meet with employees. An
up-to-date schedule and option to schedule your appointment is available in the "In-Person
Schedule" tab.
Q: What will be covered during the meeting with American Fidelity?
A: An American Fidelity representative will confirm your medical, dental, and vision
benefits for the upcoming plan year. They will also review pre-tax options, including
Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings and HRA accounts. You must sign a new pre-tax
election form with American Fidelity to continue receiving pre-tax benefits. As this
is the first year on our new secure online system, during your appointment they will
take your census information.
Q: What do I need to bring to my appointment with American Fidelity?
A: If you are adding a spouse or dependent child, additional documents may be required.
You will need dates of birth and social security numbers for dependents who are being
covered on your benefits. See "Required Documentation" tab.
Q: Will I have the option to find out more about additional supplemental benefits?
A: Yes, you鈥檒l be able to learn more about benefit options that could be important
to you and鈥痽our family, such as disability insurance, life insurance, annuities, and
accident protection.鈥
There is no obligation to purchase supplemental insurance from American Fidelity.
Q: What is an HRA?
A: A Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) is an employer-funded account that reimburses
employees for qualified medical expenses. Unlike an HSA or FSA, employees do not contribute
to an HRA - the funds are provided solely by 欧美群交. For more information,
visit
Q: How does an HRA work?
1. 欧美群交 sets aside a specific allowance for the plan year. In this
case, $200 per month.
2. You pay for eligible medical expenses out of pocket.
3. You submit receipts or claims for reimbursement.
4. Once approved, you are reimbursed tax-free, up to the available balance
in the account.
Q: What types of expenses are covered?
A: HRAs typically cover IRS-approved medical expenses, which may include:
鈼 Deductibles, copays, and coinsurance
鈼 Prescription drugs
鈼 Medical, dental, and vision expenses
鈼Certain over-the-counter items
For a full list, see American Fidelity鈥檚 Eligible and Ineligible Expenses page.
Q: Do I need to be enrolled in a specific health plan to use the HRA?
A: Yes. You are eligible to receive the HRA if you enroll in one of the following:
鈼 Blue Shield PPO 80M
鈼 Kaiser HMO $10
欧美群交 contributes $200 per month into your HRA.
Q: Do unused HRA funds roll over to the next year?
A: Yes, as long as you remain enrolled in a qualified plan such as the Blue Shield
PPO 80M or the Kaiser HMO $10.
Q: How do I get reimbursed?
鈼 Submit a claim through your employer鈥檚 administrator (online portal, app,
or paper form).
鈼 Provide receipts or Explanation of Benefits (EOBs) as proof.
鈼 Reimbursements are usually made via direct deposit or check.
Q: How is an HRA different from an HSA or FSA?
鈼 HRA: Funded only by the employer; no employee contributions
鈼 HSA: Employee and/or employer can contribute; portable; must be paired with a high-deductible
health plan
鈼 FSA: Funded by employee pre-tax dollars (sometimes with employer contributions); 鈥渦se-it-or-lose-it鈥
rules usually apply
Q: What happens if I change from and HRA eligible health plan to a non-HRA eligible
health plan?
A: If you switch to a non-HRA eligible health plan, any remaining funds in your
HRA will not transfer your new plan. HRA funds are only available while you are enrolled in an
HRA-eligible health plan and cannot be rolled over or used once you move to a non-HRA
eligible health plan option. Be sure to use any remaining HRA funds before your HRA
coverage ends.
Q: What can I do with an HSA?
A: A Health Savings Account (HSA) allows you to use funds you set aside plus Hartnell鈥檚
monthly contribution to pay for qualified medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision expenses鈥攐r
save and grow those funds for future use. 欧美群交 contributes $350 per month
into your HSA.
Q: How do I use an HSA?
鈼 You can pay directly with your HSA debit card at the time of service or purchase
鈼 Or, pay out-of-pocket and reimburse yourself later
鈼 Make sure to keep all receipts and Explanation of Benefits (EOB)
Q: How can I open an HSA?
A: You can open an HSA with American Fidelity. For more information, you can visit
Q: What is a qualified expense?
A: Qualified expenses are IRS-approved medical, dental, vision, and prescription
costs. Many over-the-counter (OTC) items also qualify.
Eligible expenses include:
鈼 Acupuncture
鈼 Birth control treatment
鈼 Blood sugar test kits for diabetics
鈼 Breast pumps and lactation supplies
鈼 Crutches
鈼 Dental treatments (including X-rays, cleanings, fillings, sealants, braces, and tooth
removals)
鈼 Doctor鈥檚 office visits and co-pays
鈼 Drug addiction treatment
鈼 Eyeglasses (Rx and reading)
鈼 Hearing aids and batteries
鈼 Physical therapy
鈼 Speech therapy
鈼 Smoking cessation programs
Ineligible expenses include:
鈼 Cosmetic surgery
鈼 Electrolysis or hair removal
鈼 Toiletries (e.g. toothbrush, toothpaste)
For a full list, see page.