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HDHPIMPORTANT NOTE
Employees who were hired or rehired on or after 1/1/2022 are required to remain on HMO Plan for 5 years. Current employees enrolled in the PPO 1 (Non-Contributory), PPO 2 (Contributory), or High Deductible Health (HDHP) plans can move to the HMO plan if desired.
Health Transparency Machine Readable Files:
This link leads to the machine readable files that are made available in response to the federal Transparency in Coverage Rule and includes negotiated service rates and out-of-network allowed- amounts between health plans and healthcare providers. The machine-readable files are formatted to allow researchers, regulators, and application developers to more easily access and analyze data.
How It Works
This is an open access plan that does not require you to choose a primary care physician. You may choose the physician of your choice. However, to receive your maximum benefit, you should select an in-network doctor from participating Florida Blue, Blue Options (Network Blue) providers found at www.floridablue.com.
Plan Details Include:
- Your School District continues to provide employee only medical coverage at no premium cost to you
- Your School District continues to offset a portion of the dependent coverage cost
- Employees have the freedom to choose an in-network or out-of-network service provider at the time of service
- For coverage other than employee only, the family deductible must be met before coinsurance or copayments are applicable
- Your School District contributes $678.52 to your Health Savings Account. Per IRS Regulations, the maximum 2024 HSA contribution is $4,150 for single and $8,300 for family. This maximum includes the $678.52 contributed by DCPS
Note: If you are ineligible to participate in an HSA, you may elect a High Deductible Health Plan and contribute to a Medical FSA.
HSA Funds may be used based on what’s available in the account.
HSA Funds are not use it or lose it. Employees who contribute their own money to the HSA must make that election again at the enrollment session.
Changes to your HSA contribution amount may be made once per month. Contact the DCPS Employee Benefits Department if a request to change is desired.
For Medicare Part D coverage, the prescription drug coverage offered by the High Deductible Health Plan is considered Non-Creditable.
High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
The HDHP is a health insurance plan with lower premiums and higher deductibles than a traditional health plan. It gives you greater control over how you spend your healthcare dollars. This plan blends the best features of a preferred provider organization (PPO) with a tax-advantaged Health Savings Account (HSA) that you can use to pay eligible medical expenses.
Plan benefits
The HDHP allows you to use in-network and out-of-network providers. It is always more cost effective to use in-network doctors, facilities, and other providers.
Here is how the plan works in-network:
- You are not required to select a primary care provider (PCP) or get referrals for in-network specialists.
- You pay 100% of the negotiated, discounted fee for all in-network services and prescription drugs until you reach the annual deductible.
- Once you meet the deductible, the plan pays:
- 75% of the negotiated, discounted fees for covered in-network, in-patient services, outpatient and ER services
- 80% of the negotiated, discounted fees for all other covered in-network services except for prescription drugs (see below).
- Your deductible and coinsurance, including prescription drugs, applies to your out-of-pocket maximum.
- After you reach your out-of-pocket maximum, all covered services, including prescriptions, are paid at 100% by the health plan.
Here is how the plan works out-of-network:
- You pay 100% of the eligible fees for all out-of-network services until your out-of-network deductible is met. You may be balance billed.
Note: You will be responsible for all ineligible charges. You will be balance billed for any service that is not covered by Florida Blue. Ineligible charges do not count towards the deductible and they do not count towards the out-of-pocket maximum.
- Once you meet the out-of-network deductible, the plan pays 50% of the allowed amount for covered out-of-network services.
- Your deductible and coinsurance applies to your out-of-pocket maximum.
- After you reach your out-of-pocket maximum, all covered services are paid to 100% of the allowed amount.
Health Savings Account
A Health Savings Account (HSA) is an interest-bearing spending and savings account that you use to pay for eligible healthcare expenses using tax-free dollars. You must be enrolled in the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) to contribute to the HSA.
Qualifying for an HSA
In order to open an HSA, you must be “HSA Eligible.” IRS guidelines say that an HSA Eligible Individual is anyone who:
- Is covered by an HSA-qualified High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP).
- Cannot be claimed as a dependent by another person.
- Isn’t covered by some sort of additional, non-HDHP insurance program.
- Is under age 65 and not entitled to Medicare.
Annual HSA contributions
The IRS sets limits for how much you can contribute to an HSA in each calendar year. These limits, established by the federal government and subject to change, are tied to the rate of inflation. Over-contributing to your HSA leads to a tax penalty on excessive funds.
The 2024 plan year contribution limit is $4,150 for single and $8,300 for family.
Payer Provision Rule: no individual can pay more than $9,450 on the individual plan.
Catch-up contributions
HSA owners age 55 and older can make additional contributions to their HSA called “catch-up contributions.” For 2024, the allowed catch-up contribution is $1,000.
Important facts about High Deductible Health Plans (HDHP) with HSA
The law stipulates that in order to have a Health Savings Account (HSA) you must participate in a qualified High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP). However, if any of the following situations pertain to you, you can participate in the HDHP but NOT the HSA.
- If you enrolled in Medicare or Medicaid, you cannot open an HSA.
- If you have Tricare, you cannot have an HSA because Tricare does not offer an HDHP.
- If you are receiving medical care from the Veteran’s Administration for a non-service related disability, you cannot have an HSA.
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) which cover all medically necessary expenses make you ineligible for an HSA.
- Employees may not contribute to an HSA until their FSA account is empty.
- If a spouse participates in a private healthcare plan, Medicare, Medicaid, or Tricare, this will make you ineligible for a HSA if you are also covered.
- If you no longer have an HSA qualified HDHP, you cannot contribute to your HSA, but you can maintain and spend the already deposited funds as stipulated by law.
Use it or save it
Your HSA is your personal account, and you can choose how you want to use it. You can choose to use the funds as you need them for medical care, or pay for medical expenses with other non-HSA funds. You may save the funds for upcoming expenses.
Banking or custodial fees
A $2.50 monthly custodial fee will be applied to the member’s HSA account. A $5.00 monthly fee will be applied if you are no longer enrolled in an employer sponsored HDHP, but continue to maintain your PayFlex HSA.
HDHP Plan Bi-Weekly Contribution Rates
PER PAY EMPLOYEE DEDUCTIONS | 20 PAY | 24 PAY |
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Employee Only | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Employee & Spouse | $236.55 | $197.12 |
Employee & Child(ren) | $169.26 | $141.05 |
Employee & Family | $466.10 | $388.41 |
Health Savings Account | Employer Contribution: $678.52 | |
Medical FSA/PayFlex Card | Employee contributions only if employee is not eligible to open an HSA. |
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Important Notice
Available to employees represented by the following Bargaining Unions and Non-Bargaining Groups:
- Administrative
- Exempt
- FOPD
- IBEW
- JSA
- LIUNA
- LIUNA Health Services.
Wellness Resources Quick Reference
View answers to frequently asked questions and referenced resources
Opening a Health Savings Account
Enrolling in an High Deductible Health Plan will not automatically open your HSA. To open an account, call Payflex at 1-844-729-3539 and the representative will assist you with setting up an HSA account.
Withdrawing from your HSA
You can access funds in your HSA for qualified medical purposes in the following ways:
- Debit Card: Use your HSA debit card for purchases or to make payments for qualified medical expenses.
- Online Bill Pay: Payments for your account can be made online using the online bill pay feature. Please visit www.PayFlex.com.
- Request for Check Reimbursement: Fill out an HSA Distribution Form to instruct PayFlex to issue a check from your account on your behalf. Mailing instructions are on the form.
Paying for services with your HSA
With an HSA-based plan, you’ll still have an Insurance ID Card, and you’ll need to make sure you present this card anytime you go to the doctor or pharmacy. This will ensure:
- You always get any network discounts available to you
- Your medical provider will file a claim with the insurance company
- The amount you pay will be applied to your deductible.
HSA Paperwork: How to handle it
Since an HSA is a tax-exempt benefit when used according to the IRS Rules, you’ll need to be able to prove that money you spend from your HSA is for eligible medical expenses, if you’re ever audited.
Be sure to save receipts for eligible expenses. Participants are responsible for all record keeping of money spent from their HSA.
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Medical Plan Benefit Comparison Chart
HMO | PPO1 (Formerly Non-Contributory Plan) | PPO2 (Formerly Contributory Plan) | HDHP (High Deductible Health Plan*) | |||||
Type of Coverage | In-Network | Out-of-Network | In-Network | Out-of-Network | In-Network | Out-of-Network | In-Network | Out-of-Network |
CYD - Calendar Year Deductible (Includes CYD, Copays, Coinsurance) | ||||||||
(Single/Family) | $500/ $1,000 | Not Covered | $600/ $1,800 | $1,000/ $2,000 | $200/ $600 | $500/ $1,000 | $1,600/ $3,200 | $3,000/ $6,000 |
Coinsurance (Coins) | ||||||||
(Single/Family) | 25% Inpatient/ 20% All others | Not Covered | 25% Inpatient/ 20% All others | 50% Coinsurance | 20% Coinsurance | 50% Coinsurance | 25% Inpatient/ 20% All others | 50% Coinsurance |
Out-of-Pocket Maximum | ||||||||
(Single/Family) | $5,000/ $10,000 | Not Covered | $4,500/ $8,500 | $6,000/ $12,000 | $3,000/ $5,500 | $3,250/ $6,500 | $5,000/ $10,000 | $10,000/ $20,000 |
Hospital | ||||||||
Inpatient | CYD + 25% Coinsurance | Not Covered | CYD + 25% Coinsurance | CYD + 50% Coinsurance | CYD + 20% Coinsurance | CYD + 50% Coinsurance | CYD + 25% Coinsurance | CYD + 50% Coinsurance |
Out-of-State | Not Covered** | Not Covered | CYD + 25% Coinsurance | CYD + 50% Coinsurance | CYD + 20% Coinsurance | CYD + 50% Coinsurance | CYD + 25% Coinsurance | CYD + 50% Coinsurance |
Outpatient Hospital Facility | $250 Copay | Not Covered | $300 Copay | CYD + 50% Coinsurance | CYD + 20% Coinsurance | CYD + 50% Coinsurance | CYD + 25% Coinsurance | CYD + 50% Coinsurance |
- Physician Services | CYD + 20% Coinsurance | Not Covered | CYD + 20% Coinsurance | CYD + 20% Coinsurance | CYD + 20% Coinsurance | |||
Emergency Room | $300 Copay | $300 Copay | $300 Copay | $300 Copay | $300 Copay | $300 Copay | CYD + 25% Coinsurance | |
Urgent Care Center | $60 Copay | Not Covered | $60 Copay | $50 Copay | CYD + 20% Coinsurance | CYD + 20% Coinsurance | ||
Ancillary | ||||||||
Ambulatory Surgical Center Facility | $150 Copay | Not Covered | $150 Copay | CYD + 50% Coinsurance | CYD + 20% Coinsurance | CYD + 50% Coinsurance | CYD+ 20% Coinsurance | CYD + 50% Coinsurance |
- Physician Services | $45 Copay | Not Covered | $45 Copay | Deductible + 50% | CYD+ 20% Coinsurance | Deductible + 50% | CYD+ 0% Coinsurance | Deductible + 50% |
Independent Diagnostic Testing Facility (X-Ray/Imaging) | $80 Copay | Not Covered | $90 Copay | CYD + 50% Coinsurance | $55 Copay | CYD + 50% Coinsurance | CYD+ 20% Coinsurance | CYD + 50% Coinsurance |
Independent Clinical Lab (Quest Diagnostic is the Participating Clinical Lab) | $0 Copay | Not Covered | $0 Copay | CYD + 50% Coinsurance | $0 Copay | CYD + 50% Coinsurance | CYD+ 20% Coinsurance | CYD + 50% Coinsurance |
Mammograms | $0 | Not Covered | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
Preventative Services | $0 | Not Covered | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
Physicians | ||||||||
Office Services (Physician/ Specialist) | $25/$45 Copay | Not Covered | $30 Copay/ $55 Copay | CYD + 50% Coinsurance | $20/$45 Copay | CYD + 50% Coinsurance | CYD+ 20% Coinsurance | CYD + 50% Coinsurance |
Routine Physicals | $0 | Not Covered | $0 | 50% Coinsurance | $0 | 50% Coinsurance | $0 | 50% Coinsurance |
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Rx Drugs - Retail (Out-of-Network Not Covered) | ||||||||
Generic | $10 Copay | $7 Copay | $7 Copay | CYD + $7 Copay | ||||
Preferred Brand | $30 Copay | $50 Copay | $50 Copay | CYD + $50 Copay + Coins. | ||||
Non-Preferred | $50 Copay | $80 Copay | $80 Copay | CYD + $80 Copay + Coins | ||||
Specialty Injectables | $80 Copay3 | $100 Copay3 | $100 Copay3 | CYD + $100 Copay + Coins | ||||
Rx Drugs - Mail Order (Out-of-Network Not Covered) | ||||||||
90 Day Supply: Generic / Brand / Non-Preferred | $20 Copay / $60 Copay / $100 Copay | $14 Copay / $100 Copay / $160 Copay | $14 Copay / $100 Copay / $160 Copay | $14 Copay + 10% Coins. / $100 Copay + 10% Coins. / $160 Copay + 10% Coins. | ||||
NOTE: New Hires or rehired on or after 1/1/2022 are required to remain on HMO plan for 5 years. Referral not needed for HMO plan. This plan is comparative to an open access plan. Visit website and select "BlueCare" network to see if your provider is in-network. * DME deductible and/or Coinsurance will apply. HDHP still offered and only available to ADMIN, EXEMPT, FOP, IBEW, JSA, LIUNA. 1. CVS no longer in-network. You can use another in-network pharmacy such as Walgreens, Publix, Walmart, Winn Dixie etc. |

- If you do not wish to make any changes to your current benefit elections and you do not make employee contributions to an MFSA, DFSA, or HSA, your current benefit elections will automatically carry forward to this plan year
- ID Cards – You can print a temporary Florida Blue ID card or request a new member ID card by visiting www.floridablue.com
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