Benefit updates and reminders effective January 1, 2010

Marquette employees will see a few changes in benefits.  View benefit changes.  You may also view a video that highlights plan changes for 2010.   

Prospective Employees

Marquette University has consistently ranked one of the Best Places to Work by MRA and Milwaukee Magazine. As you can see, we offer a generous benefit package to our employees. Feel free to contact us if you have any specific questions or concerns.

• Benefits take effect on your date of hire. No waiting period if you submit applicable benefit enrollment forms within 30 days of your employment.
• Full-time regular employees are offered health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life and optional life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and flexible spending accounts. TIAA-CREF 403(b) Marquette Match offered after two years of employment whereby the employee contributes 5% of gross salary and Marquette will contribute 8% of gross salary. (Subject to IRS maximums.) Voluntary participation in the supplemental retirement account is available the first of the month following the date of hire. Access to voluntary benefits and employee discount programs.

• Full-time temporary employees with a one year contract (academic or calendar) are offered health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life and optional life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and flexible spending accounts. TIAA-CREF 403(b) Marquette Match offered after two years of employment whereby the employee contributes 5% of gross salary and Marquette will contribute 8% of gross salary. (Subject to IRS maximums.) Voluntary participation in the supplemental retirement account is available the first of the month following the date of hire. Access to voluntary benefits and employee discount programs.
• Part-time regular employees are offered health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life and optional life insurance, and flexible spending accounts. There are no premium contributions from Marquette University. Employees who participate in any of these benefits are responsible for the full premium. TIAA-CREF 403(b) Marquette Match offered after two years of employment whereby the employee contributes 5% of gross salary and Marquette will contribute 8% of gross salary. (Subject to IRS maximums.) Voluntary participation in the supplemental retirement account is available the first of the month following the date of hire. Access to voluntary benefits and employee discount programs.
• Part-time temporary employees will have access to voluntary benefits and employee discount programs.

Current Employees

Marquette University is proud to offer generous benefit options to our employees. Take a look around and if you have any further questions, we invite you to contact a member of the benefits team.

Primary benefits

• Health insurance
• Prescription coverage
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Basic and Optional Life insurance
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• TIAA-CREF 403(b)

Voluntary benefits

• Tuition Remission
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Voluntary benefits and discounts

Employee Resources

• Leaves of absences
• Benefit provider contact information
• 2009 benefit summary comparison

Thinking of Retiring?

Retirement is no doubt one of the most important decisions you will make in your life. The benefits team is proud to offer several educational opportunities and resources for you to explore in order to make educated decisions for your retirement plan. Please continue to visit the "Upcoming Events" section of our main page for future events that may pertain to your situation.

• Retiree eligibility and definition of a retiree
• Retiree benefit synopsis

Health, dental, and vision insurance

• I will be retiring when I am under age 65.
• I will be retiring when I am over age 65.

Basic life insurance, optional life insurance, and long-term disability continuation

• Marquette University retirees will be provided the option of continuing their desired coverage(s) by converting from a group policy to an individual policy. Rates are determined by MetLife and Northwestern Mutual.
• If you were hired prior to January 31, 1982, you may be eligible for a term basic life insurance policy at no cost to you. Contact a member of the benefits team for more information.

TIAA-CREF 403(b) Retirement Accounts

• You have the option of either leaving your funds in your 403(b) account upon your retirement until you wish to draw from your balance, rollover your funds into another account, or choose from one of several distribution options. Call TIAA-CREF at (800) 842-2776 for more information.
• If you are a faculty member and are considering the contract buyout implications and your TIAA-CREF 403(b) contract, you should schedule an appointment with our TIAA-CREF individual consultant for more information.

Social Security and Medicare

• We recommend that you attend one of the Social Security and Medicare sessions offered twice per semester. We will post more information on our main page as it becomes available.
• Contact a Social Security Administration office three months prior to your 65th birthday. The nearest office to Marquette University is the blue federal building located on 4th Street and Wisconsin Avenue. Appointments are recommended.
• Medicare and You 2009
• Prescription Drug Notice

Internal Marquette University process to retire

• Give your department at least a two week notice. We recommend giving a two to three month notice to ensure all of your questions are answered and all of your benefit-related paperwork is processed prior to your actual effective date of retirement.
• Your supervisor or business manager will complete a "termination form"
• A member of the benefits team will receive your "termination form" and will contact you directly regarding retiree status eligibility and any applicable paperwork you may need.

 

Retirees

Marquette University retirees should use this page for any upcoming events and announcements pertaining to your reitree status.

• Retiree eligibility and definition of a retiree
• Retiree benefit synopsis

Health, dental, and vision insurance

We will need to put more information here for participating retirees.

Basic life insurance, optional life insurance, and long-term disability continuation

• Download and print "change in life insurance beneficiary form"
  
  Mail completed form to

  Marquette University HR
  Attn: Benefits
  Straz Tower, Room 185
  P.O. Box 1881
  Milwaukee, WI 53201-1881

TIAA-CREF 403(b) Retirement Accounts

• You have the option of either leaving your funds in your 403(b) account upon your retirement until you wish to draw from your balance, rollover your funds into another account, or choose from one of several distribution options. Call TIAA-CREF at (800) 842-2776 for more information.

Social Security and Medicare

• We recommend that you attend one of the Social Security and Medicare sessions offered twice per semester. As a retiree, we will mail upcoming Social Security and Medicare information session notices to your home.
• Medicare and You 2009
• Prescription Drug Notice

Health Risk Assessments (HRA)

In 2008, Marquette University offered free Health Risk Assessments (HRA) to employees. The HRA consisted of a two-part process that included (1) a finger prick blood test that read glucose and cholesterol and (2) an online health questionnaire. Employees who successfully completed the two-part process were given a 5% discount on their 2009 health insurance premiums.

In 2009, we will offer a similar Health Risk Assessment process and health insurance incentive. Employees will need to participate again this year in order to be eligible for the discounted 2010 insurance premiums and both steps of the health risk assessment process are required to receive the discounted premium.  All information is confidential, adhering to HIPAA and federal guidelines, and is for employees to use for health maintenance and preventive measures.

 

The 2009 Biometric Screenings have expanded to include triglycerides and LDL values.  The additional, more accurate testing requires employees to fast for 12 hours prior to the blood test.  To learn more about Health Risk Assessments and fasting requirements, please read the Frequently Asked Questions. 

Preparing for the HRA Process

You will need your Marquette University identification card (MUID) for all health risk assessment forms. Don't know how to find your MUID on your card?  Click here.

You will also need to have access to your Marquette University email address. Contact IT Services at (414) 288-7799 if you do not have your Marquette email address set-up.

 

Step One | Biometric Screening

This includes checking height, weight, blood pressure, cholesterol and glucose.  For the most accurate results, a 12 hour fast is required prior to your screening.  Biometric screenings may be completed one of two ways no later than Nov. 20, 2009:

• Health care provider
• Biometric screenings performed at your primary care provider visit are valid from Jul. 1 through Nov. 20, 2009.  Your office visit will be subject to any applicable co-pay.
• Download, print, and complete section one of the Health Risk Assessment Biometric Screening Primary Care Provider Form. Ask your primary care provider if they prefer receiving the form via fax, mail, or in person. You must request a copy of your biometric results, as you will need this to complete the online questionnaire offered during Annual Enrollment.
• Biometric screening results must be faxed to Aurora Health Care by Nov. 20, 2009. No exceptions will be made for forms received late.        

  Total Health Department

  Aurora Health Care

  Attn: Justin Plamann

  Phone: (262) 860-7951

  Fax: (262) 860-7940              

                     RESULTS SHOULD NOT BE SENT TO MARQUETTE

                     UNIVERSITY

• On-Campus  

   

  • Biometric screenings will be available on-campus from Oct. 26 - Nov. 20, 2009. To schedule a free, confidential biometrics screening:
    • Schedule an appointment online, or
    • Contact Aurora at (877) 765-3213 (when promoted, choose option #1).
  • Bring your MUID to your screening.
  • All forms will be provided to you at the biometric screening.
  • An Aurora staff member will give you the results of your biometric screening for completing the online health questionnaire.

  RESULTS SHOULD NOT BE SENT TO MARQUETTE UNIVERSITY

Step Two | Online Health Questionnaire

• Online Health Questionnaire
• Directions for Completing Online Health Questionnaire (For employees that performed Part One with their Health Care Provider)

Marquette University has partnered with the University of Michigan to offer a comprehensive Health Risk Assessment process for you to evaluate your health.  This includes the biometric screening and online health questionnaire.  The online questionnaire creates a personalized report that helps to identify potential health concerns and lifestyle behaviors that may need to be changed. 

The online health questionnaire will be available online Oct. 26 through Nov. 23, 2009. 

The online questionnaire will ask for your Social Security Number. DO NOT enter your Social Security Number. Instead, enter your Marquette University Employee ID number. (Example: 000001234; must be nine-digits in length). 

• Type in the Group Password = MARQUETTE

• Type in HRA Password
  • This must be the same password as last year in order to compare your results.
  • You may create a new password.  Please remember your password for next year.

• Click on gender type and answer the smoking question.

• Click on Enter.

• Complete questionnaire and print out report. 

• Please note that you cannot change anything or go back into the questionnaire once you have clicked on "Submit".

It is important to retain a copy of this information for your records as proof of completion. 

 

Seasonal Flu Shots

Seasonal flu and pneumonia shots will be offered on campus to all Marquette University employees on Oct. 26 and Oct. 27. Individuals that have the Marquette University health insurance will need to submit their name, health insurance member ID, and pay out-of-pocket for the service ($30 flu; $45 pneumonia).   EPO plan members will be reimbursed 100% and PPO plan members will be reimbursed 80% by the end of the year. 

No appointments are necessary. 

Shoo the Flu

Alumni Memorial Union

Oct. 26 and Oct. 27

7 a.m. to 7 p.m.