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MEDICAL COVERAGE
Johns Hopkins Medicine reaches agreement with CareFirst
Published Oct 26, 2022
Johns Hopkins doctors, nurses, and other caregivers, as well as JHM's ambulatory surgery centers, will remain in CareFirst's network
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BENEFITS 2023
HSA vs. FSA: Make sure you know the difference
Published Oct 13, 2022
Health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts both offer valuable tax-savings opportunities, but they have different advantages
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BENEFITS 2023
Get ready to enroll
Published Oct 13, 2022
Here's a step-by-step guide to help you make informed decisions about your benefits for the coming year
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BENEFITS 2023
Ask ALEX, your virtual benefits counselor
Published Oct 13, 2022
By asking you questions, ALEX estimates the total yearly out-of-pocket costs for each JHU plan and recommends the one with the lowest overall cost to you
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BENEFITS 2023
Don't overlook the voluntary benefits available to you
Published Oct 13, 2022
These options could save you money and give you peace of mind
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SUPPORT
Enhanced tuition assistance—how to apply
Published Oct 13, 2022
All applications—including those for courses using tuition remission—must be submitted through the EdAssist platform
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BENEFITS 2023
Do you have enough life insurance?
Published Oct 13, 2022
Proceeds of your policy can be an important tool in helping your family maintain its financial wellness
Live Near Your Work
NOV. 16
Learn all about Live Near Your Work homebuying grants
Published Oct 13, 2022
Program specialist Jeremy Hornberger explains the rules and how to apply for this employee benefit
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BENEFITS 2023
It's time to sign up for your 2023 benefits
Published Oct 12, 2022
Review your current coverage and take advantage of the enrollment resources available to help you make smart choices
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BENEFITS
Making higher education more affordable
Published Sept 19, 2022
Enhanced tuition support begins immediately, with the fall 2022 semester