RETIREE BENEFITS
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Faculty and Staff who meet the University’s eligibility requirements and commence full retirement from the University of Utah are eligible for the following benefits:
- University of Utah retiree ID card (available from the UCard Office)
- Enrollment in one of the University’s Group Medicare Advantage or Medicare Supplement plan options once eligible for Medicare.
- Enrollment in the University’s Group Retiree Dental plan for up to 18 months following retirement. Enrollment is available to the retiree and eligible family members who were previously enrolled in the Employee Healthcare plan.
- University of Utah Campus Store discount.
- Access to George S. Eccles Student Life Center and other University physical fitness and recreation facilities, classes, and programs with payment of membership or course fees.
- Use of Union Building facilities: Some activities may require a University ID card such as: movies, bowling, billiards, lectures, etc.
- Discounts on University athletic season tickets.
- Parking with purchase of appropriate pass.
- Borrowing privileges at University library facilities. Retirees may not have the same privileges as active employees.
- Reduced tuition on University courses as governed by Policy 5-305 and Rule 5-305A. Applications for reduced tuition must be submitted before the first day of the semester.
Additional Benefits for Emeriti: https://emeriti.utah.edu/emeriti-benefits/
These benefits are subject to change in accordance with University Policy 5-112. If you have any questions on retiree benefits, please contact the HR Solutions Center at (801) 581-7447.
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Retirees and their family members who are not eligible for Medicare may find coverage at healthcare.gov. Retirees and their covered dependents who are eligible for Medicare must enroll in Medicare Parts A and B. Retirees and their family members may choose from the following options:
- Enroll in a Medicare Advantage plan through Regence BlueCross BlueShield or UnitedHealthcare
- Enroll in a Medicare Supplement plan through Regence BlueCross BlueShield or UnitedHealthcare
- Enroll in other individual coverage
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Retirees and their enrolled family members may continue dental coverage through the University for the first 18 months following retirement.
- Retiree Dental Enrollment Form – use this form to enroll during the first 18 months of retirement
- Summary Plan Description (SPD) - University Plan
Dental Plans
Regence ValueCare Dental Provider Network: www.regence.com (search for General Dentistry or Pediatric Dentistry)
All benefits are paid based on the Regence schedule of eligible dental expenses.Dental Services University Plan (First 18 months of Retirement) Regence Expressions Plan Deductible None $50 Individual / $150 Family Maximum Benefits $2,000 per plan year - per member $1,000 per plan year - per member Basic Dental Cleaning and Exam - Limited to 2 per plan year
0% Coinsurance
20% Coinsurance Other Basic Coverage - X-rays, fillings, sealings, periodontics, endodontics
20% Coinsurance
20% Coinsurance Prosthodontics - Bridges, Crowns, Dentures
50% Coinsurance
50% Coinsurance Orthodontics
50% Coinsurance Not Covered Monthly Dental Rates Single $39.60 Two-party $79.30 Family $107.00 Voluntary Dental Plan
Retirees may enroll in the Regence Expressions plan at the end of the 18-month period or during a subsequent Open Enrollment Period. To obtain additional information, please contact Regence BlueCross BlueShield at (888) 370-6159.
- Regence Expressions Enrollment Form – use this form to enroll following the first 18 months of retirement
- Regence Expressions Summary Plan Description
- Regence Expressions Summary of Benefits and Coverage
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Retiree Open Enrollment is held in November each year for coverage beginning January 1st of the following year. Please meet with an Independent Broker that may assist you with enrollment in one of the group Medicare Advantage Plans or in a Medicare Supplement Plan.
Review the Retiree Summary Comparisons for specific information and changes to the University’s available plans.
- Summary Comparison - Medicare Advantage Plans and Medical Savings Account
- 2026 Regence MedAdvantage Plans
- Medicare Medical Savings Account
- Enroll on EMI's Website
- Information about these plans is available on Medicare’s website
- Research Medicare-covered services on their website
- For information, contact Tina Perini at (385) 489-1313 or tina@retireehealthsolutions.org
- United HealthCare Group Medicare Advantage Plan - contact directly at (877) 714-0178
- PEHP Medicare Supplement Plan (only available if enrolled in URS retirement) - contact directly at (801) 366-7499.
Independent Brokers can assist with Medicare plans, Marketplace plans and individual plans. University employees and retirees have received great customer service from the following:
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- Tina Perini at Retiree Health Solutions – contact her at (385) 489-1313 or tina@retireehealthsolutions.org
- Jason Neal at Neal Benefits – contact him at (801) 265-1783 or jason@nealbenefits.com
- Steve Bithell – contact him at (801) 792-3268 or steve.bithell@utah.edu
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Important message for all Retirees regarding Tuition Reduction Benefits: Applications for Tuition Reduction are due on or before the last day to withdraw from semester-length classes. Check the Registrar’s website for specific dates. Applications will not be accepted after that date. Applications for Continuing Education/Lifelong Learning classes must be submitted before the class begins. A retired employee, their spouse or domestic partner and unmarried, dependent children under the age of 26 are eligible for tuition reduction.
- The retired employee must meet the University’s eligibility requirements for retirement (see Planning for Retirement).
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Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Utah:
Contacts Hours of Operation Customer Service Web Address Regence Medicare Advantage Plans Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Tina Perini - (385) 489-1313 Medicare Supplement Plans Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Tina Perini - (385) 489-1313 Regence Part D Plan Covered Medications Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 8:00 pm (888) 319-8904 United Healthcare:
Contacts Hours of Operation Customer Service Web Address AARP MedicareComplete Plan Monday – Sunday 8:00 am – 8:00 pm (877) 714-0178 TTY users, call 711 AARP Medicare Supplement Plan M - F: 5 am – 9 pm / Sat: 7 am – 3 pm (800) 545-1797 TTY users, call 711 AARP Medicare Part D Plans 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (800) 545-1797 TTY users, call 711 PEHP Health & Benefits (only available if enrolled in URS retirement):
Contacts Hours of Operation Customer Service Web Address Medicare Supplement Plan Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (801) 366-7499 Retirement Plans Investment Provider Contact Information
Vendor Phone Number Web Address Fidelity Investments (800) 343-0860 TIAA (801) 883-5100 (in Salt Lake City) or (800) 842-2252 Utah Retirement Systems (801) 366-7700 (in Salt Lake City) or (800) 695-4877 AIG Valic (801) 521-9922 Chase Insurance (formerly Kemper) (801) 272-6000 MetLife (800) 560-5001 -
Qualifications for Emeriti Status and application process is completed by your manager, or respective Department Chair. Further information on guidelines for staff to receive Emeriti status can be found in Guideline 5-112A. Faculty will need to work with their Department Chair or Dean. Visit the Emeriti Benefits page for additional information.