Frequently Asked Questions

21. How do I request family and medical leave?

22. Do I have to specifically request family and medical leave to receive job protection for my time off?

Are there any Health & Wellness programs available to me at OSU?

Can I cancel coverage?

Can I continue my health insurance coverage if I lose benefit eligibility?

Do I need to actively enroll in benefits?

How can I verify that my enrollments were received and are correct?

How do I enroll a domestic partner in coverage and how does that impact my taxes?

How do I find out if my doctor is an “In-Network” provider for the PEBB Statewide or Providence Choice Plans?

How do I update my address with Fidelity on my 403(b) (Tax Deferred Investment, TDI) account?

How do I update my address with Fidelity on my ORP (Optional Retirement Plan) account?

How do I update my address with OSGP (Oregon Savings Growth 457 Plan)?

How do I update my address with PERS?

How do I update my address with TIAA on my 403(b) (Tax Deferred Investment, TDI) account?

How do I update my address with TIAA on my ORP (Optional Retirement Plan) account?

How do I withdraw my retirement funds if I am terminating employment?

I am a 9-month employee. What happens to my benefits over the summer?

I don't understand my earnings statement and benefit deductions, where can I find information to help me?

I don't understand my earnings statement and benefit deductions. Can this be explained.

I have Providence Choice, if I only go to “In-Network” doctors and facilities, do I still need to inform Providence of my Medical Home?

I just completed my enrollment. When can I start using the coverage? What information do I need to provide to the doctor's/dentist's office?

I just enrolled for benefits, and my first earnings statement shows double deduction on all my insurance plans. Why?

I need to update my legal name with Fidelity on my 403(b) (Tax Deferred Investment, TDI) account.

I need to update my legal name with Fidelity on my ORP (Optional Retirement Plan) account.

I need to update my legal name with OSGP (Oregon Savings Growth 457 Plan).

I need to update my legal name with PERS.

I need to update my legal name with TIAA on my 403(b) (Tax Deferred Investment, TDI) account.

I need to update my legal name with TIAA on my ORP (Optional Retirement Plan) account.

I was unable to attend the benefits orientation session. Where can I go for assistance with benefits?

If my dependent loses eligibility can they continue coverage under COBRA?

My child turns 26 during the calendar year; when does their coverage terminate?

Once I start employment, when will my retirement contributions become effective?

What are my group numbers for medical/dental insurance?

What is my agency number?

What is the phone number for my insurance carrier?

When can I make changes in my benefits plans?

When do I enroll in health insurance?

When does my health insurance terminate if I am terminating employment, working reduced hours, or will be in leave without pay status?

When will I receive my insurance cards?

Where can I view all the benefits available to me as an OSU employee?

Where can I view the benefits available to me as an OSU employee?

Where do I find health insurance forms, brochures and directories?

Who do I contact if I have questions?

Who do I contact if I have specific questions regarding what my medical and dental insurance covers?

Who is eligible for benefits at OSU?

Will I receive a member handbook?

How do I learn more about the classified employee layoff process and my rights?

01. What is the Family and Medical Leave Act?

02. Does Oregon have a family and medical leave law?