Medicare-Eligible Retiree Benefits
Auxiliary, Classified, Confidential, Management
Welcome to the retiree benefits page for Medicare-eligible (65+) employees. Here you will find information about the health and wellness benefits available to you in retirement. Our goal is to help you navigate your options and make informed choices that support your well-being in this new chapter of life.
When a retiree or spouse or registered domestic partner of record becomes eligible for Medicare, the eligible person must apply for Medicare Part A and B prior to the month they turn 65. Failure to enroll in Medicare Part A and B and provide Human Resources proof of enrollment prior to the month they turn 65 may be billed a surcharge in the amount of $1,250 per month until proof of enrollment is received
Open Enrollment Period: July 1, 2025 - August 8, 2025
Open Enrollment is your annual opportunity to review, update, or make changes to your health benefit elections for the upcoming plan year, October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026. All Open Enrollment changes will be effective October 1, 2025.
Outside of the open enrollment period, changes to an election plan can only be made if an employee experiences a qualifying life event. The employee must notify the Benefits Department at HRbenefits@mtsac.edu within 30 days of the life event date.
HOW TO ENROLL:
- Review the Open Enrollment Packet mailed to you.
- Complete the Retiree Election Form. Available in the Election Forms menu below.
- Return the completed from via email to HRbenefits@mtsac.edu.
QUESTIONS:
If you have questions about the plan designs for your medical, dental, or vision coverage options, please contact the Benefits Department at HRbenefits@mtsac.edu.
Gym Discount Programs:
- Sliver & Fit Program – Blue Shield Companion Care, Blue Shield Medicare Advantage
- Fitness Your Way by Tivity Health – Blue Shield 100A EGWP
- Medicare Members One Pass - Kaiser Permanente Senior Advantage 65+
