The end of the year is almost here, but you still have time to use Plan Year 2021 funds for eligible health care, limited-purpose and dependent care expenses. Learn how to file PY21 claims.

If your mood takes a dip during the holidays, you’re not alone. End-of-year stress and holiday blues are more common than you might think, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness.  Talking with someone can help. All HealthSelect^SM plans, including Consumer Directed HealthSelect^SM, cover mental health care services, including Virtual Visits through Doctor On Demand^® and MDLIVE^®.

Learn about the new retirement benefit for state employees hired on or after September 1, 2022.

The COVID-19 vaccination is now available in Texas, although only to certain populations.
 

Recent Employees Retirement System of Texas (ERS) member surveys show the overwhelming majority of state employees and retirees view their ERS-administered benefits as a valuable part of their compensation package.

We hope you find the ERS Facebook page a convenient way to get information about ERS news, updates, events–and even a funny picture here and there. Do you sometimes want to add a comment to the online discussions? Learn more about using the ERS Facebook page.
 

Hoping to simplify the holiday season? Here are some ways to cut back spending–and stress.
 

‘Tis the season to be getting a joyful holiday card in the mail–not an unexpected medical bill. Fortunately, with a little planning ahead, you can protect yourself—and your wallet—from the surprise medical bill Grinch. Help yourself avoid surprise health care bills with these steps.

Whether you're new to the workplace or have been around for a few years, making sense of health insurance can be challenging. Once you learn more about how your health plan works, you'll have one less thing to worry about if you or your family members get sick.

Whether in the public or private sector, what most people want from their employer is good, affordable health insurance.