Department News
Aug 14, 2024 5:00pm
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GIB Reviews Healthcare Trends, Drug Coverage

The Group Insurance Board today reviewed trends in healthcare market consolidation and the impacts on the State of Wisconsin Group Health Insurance Program. The Board also discussed approaches for the coverage of weight-loss drugs.

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Active Employee / Retiree / Local Employer / State Employer

Deferred Compensation Program Fact Sheet

The Wisconsin Deferred Compensation Program (WDC) is a supplemental retirement savings program authorized under Section 457 of the Internal Revenue Code (IRC).

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Retirement

Whether you are a new employee learning about your WRS retirement benefits, a member planning to retire or a retiree, we have the information you need to have a successful retirement.

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Mental Health Resources

Mental health is just as important as physical health when it comes to your overall well-being. Learn about mental health resources available through the Group Health Insurance Program and Employee Assistance Programs.

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Brochure Active Employee / Retiree / Other Benefit Recipient

Separation Benefits

A separation benefit is a one-time lump-sum payment consisting only of employee contributions, additional contributions (if applicable) and accumulated interest.

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Manual Other Benefit Recipient

Long-Term Care Insurance Standards

This document, “Long-Term Care Insurance Standards,” serves as a resource for insurers interested in offering state employees and retirees long-term care insurance (LTCI).

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Form Active Employee / Retiree / Other Benefit Recipient

Statement of Incapacity for Finances and Property

Form for the member’s physician to complete if the member cannot manage property, finances or business affairs because of an impairment in the ability to receive and evaluate information or make or communicate decisions even with the use of technological assistance.

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Flyer Active Employee / Retiree / Other Benefit Recipient

State of Wisconsin Health Benefit Program Data Flow

Learn how the data warehouse securely collects and stores enrollment, claims, and wellness data for all participants of the Group Health Insurance Program.