The Samaritan Select medical plan will not be offered during 2009. Current Samaritan members will be automatically enrolled in the comparable plan through Regence BCBSO. You do not need to enroll for this new plan during Open Enrollment.

 

However, if you live or work (at least 50 percent of the time) in the Kaiser Permanente or Providence Choice service area, and want to enroll in that plan for 2009, you may do so during Open Enrollment in October.

Confirm your contact information in your benefit record during Open Enrollment in October. Help us keep you up to date on your individual benefits throughout 2009.

 

Even if you’re not making a benefit change in October, enter or confirm your state e-mail address along with your residence or postal address.

 

Six years ago, I was 45 pounds overweight. I was trying all kinds of diets and getting frustrated because nothing seemed to work.

 

After reading an article on soft drinks, I decided to cut out all soft drinks and fancy coffees.

 

With just this one change, I lost 20 pounds in two months.

 

This encouraged me. I started eating more balanced meals, with each serving the size of my palm. I also started walking three times a week.

 

I am happy to say I lost the next 25 pounds, am at the weight I should be and am able to keep it there.

 

I have an occasional soft drink and fancy coffee. I have occasional snacks, but keep them to a minimal portion. Now I eat what I want – only in reasonable amounts – and am still maintaining my weight.

– PEBB Member

 

 

For questions about your specific benefits, e-mail inquiries.pebb@state.or.us . A benefit analyst will respond within two business days.

 

Articles from past newsletters contain detailed answer to many questions submitted by PEBB members. Browse the library.