What is passive enrollment?

More FAQs

Will my benefits stay the same if I don't participate in open enrollment?

Yes, if you do not participate in open enrollment, your benefits will remain the same as they were for 2021 except for flexible spending accounts.

What do I need to do now?

Get your dependent documents ready! Everyone will be required to submit dependent verification during the open enrollment period if you have dependents on your benefits. But don't worry, you will have multiple convenient ways to submit your documents.

What is passive enrollment?

Passive enrollment means that employees are not required to re-elect benefits for the upcoming year. If an employee takes no action, benefits will remain the same, except for flexible spending accounts.

Why do I need to verify my dependent documentation?

This is a tool that will help control health care costs by verifying and removing any ineligible dependents from the City's plan. So start gathering your dependent documents now. If you need to re-order a birth certificate or marriage certificate, now is the time to do so. If you cannot verify a dependent, they will not be eligible to remain on the plan.