The annual benefits open enrollment period for Vanderbilt University faculty and staff begins October 21, 2024, offering employees the opportunity to select health coverage options tailored to their individual and family needs.
Key Dates: Enrollment opens Monday, October 21 at 8:00 AM and closes Monday, November 4 at 11:59 PM. Employees must complete their selections during this window to ensure uninterrupted coverage for the 2025 plan year.
Comprehensive Benefits Options
This year's benefits package includes multiple plan options across several categories:
- Medical insurance with varying coverage levels
- Dental and vision care plans
- Life insurance policies
- Flexible spending accounts
University administrators have prepared detailed benefit guides and comparison tools to assist employees in evaluating their options. These resources are available through the employee benefits portal, along with access to consultation services for personalized guidance.
Special Considerations for TRICARE-Eligible Personnel
Military-affiliated employees eligible for TRICARE coverage will find specialized resources available, including informational webinars addressing common questions about coordinating university benefits with military healthcare programs.
The university emphasizes that all benefit-eligible employees should carefully review their options, even those who don't anticipate making changes to their current elections. Certain plan details and contribution limits may have changed since last year's enrollment period.