Benefits FYI is our quarterly benefits newsletter for UBC staff and faculty who are enrolled in one of our benefits plans.
Benefits FYI Newsletter
Problematic substance use intervention pilot program available at UBC
Drug and alcohol use may be problematic when it negatively impacts a person’s health or quality of life. UBC HR has partnered with Boreal Wellness Centres Inc. to offer Resilient Living™ Recovery, a non-12 step, mindfulness-based addiction treatment program to help reduce or stop problematic substance use.
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Renewed HR Website Launched
The renewed HR website launched on August 27. If you haven’t already, please take a look. The new site has a fresh look, uses modern technology, and is organized in a more user-focused way.
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Preparing for Workday go-live: Key milestones for Benefits
As part of the preparation for the implementation of Workday on November 2, the Integrated Renewal Program has been working closely with UBC HR to determine a transition plan from current systems to Workday.
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Virtual paramedical services now covered under Extended Health Plan
On March 23, 2020 virtual paramedical services are eligible for reimbursement under the extended health plan. The coverage amount of reimbursement remains the same as though the service was received in-person.
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Benefits Spotlight: Therapist-assisted Digital Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
We all need extra support during difficult times. A therapist-assisted digital cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), an evidence-based and effective form of psychotherapy for individuals experiencing mental health concerns, is covered by your UBC’s Extended Health Benefits (EHB).
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Glucose Monitoring and Eye Exams Added to the UBC Extended Health Plan
On Jan. 1, 2020, new services were added to the extended health plans of active UBC employees.
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2019 Tax Info: Medical Expense Claims & T4/T4A Receipts
This year’s tax filing season is about to start. A question that often arises is how to claim medical expenses. Which expenses can I claim? What documents do I need? We hope to give some light to these questions here.
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Applying for Income Replacement or Disability Benefits
When unexpected medical events occur, being prepared will help you feel secure that you still have the income you need to continue living comfortably. UBC’s Long-Term Disability (LTD) benefits, offered to eligible employees, protect you when you have a total disability that prevents you from working for an extended period.
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Reminder: Submit Your Extended Health, Dental & HSA Claims
Any outstanding extended health claims with service or purchase dates between Jan. 1 and Dec. 31, 2018, must be received by Sun Life no later than Dec. 31, 2019, for reimbursement consideration.
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BC PharmaCare’s Biosimilar Initiative
What does the BC government’s Biosimilars Initiative for Patients mean for UBC’s Extended Health plan members? In this article, we provide details about the new program and the impact for those patients taking one of the three identified biologic drugs identified by BC PharmaCare.
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