Latest Updates
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Out-of-Network Behavioral Health Claims Covered
As discussed on the HealthFlex Behavioral Health Webinar this week, participants were reminded that HealthFlex covers outpatient mental health counseling at the same benefit level whether your provider is in the BCBS network or not. The process for filing these claims for 2023 and 2024 was shared. The deadline for 2023 claims is November 30, 2024. Continue Reading→
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Hurricane Helene Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is offering a Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) for individuals affected by Hurricane Helene to apply for food assistance. Learn More about the Program→ Continue Reading→
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Insurance Annual Election Period Starts October 30
Current enrollees and those considering enrollment in the conference insurance plans in 2025 can start making their Insurance Plan Enrollment choices on October 30. Visit Know Your Insurance Plans for directions. The Annual Enrollment Period ends November 14th. No changes to benefit elections can occur after the Annual Election period. Continue Reading→
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Answering the Call: Local Church and a Mobile Kitchen Feed Hope Following Hurricane Helene
Local churches across the Conference have united to offer their gifts and time to help the people of Western North Carolina recover from Hurricane Helene. Bart Ramsey, a member of University UMC in the Corridor District, recently purchased a mobile kitchen for his business. Just after Hurricane Helene, Ramsey and Rev. Justin Coleman discussed the… Continue Reading→
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Wespath Benefit Resources to Support People Affected By Disasters
Wespath has compiled resources to support benefits plan participants affected by hurricanes and natural disasters. The resources include mental health support, hardship withdrawals for United Methodist Personal Investment Plan (UMPIP) participants, and more. Optum, one of Wespath’s partners, also has mental health and emotional support resources that can be shared with local church congregation members.… Continue Reading→
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An Encouragement for October
I am preparing to take a renewal leave for the month of November. I have some things planned and days with no plans. I will take a social media fast. I will see friends and visit the beach. I am so grateful for the women who have taken Sabbatical and renewal leave. So many have… Continue Reading→