Supplemental Medical Plans
While your primary medical coverage pays doctors and hospitals directly for costs related to your care, supplemental medical plans pay cash benefits directly to you — you can use this money however you want.
Keep in mind: Supplemental medical plans only add to coverage provided by your primary medical plan — they aren’t substitutes for medical insurance and don’t cover your day-to-day health care needs.
Key features
Supplemental medical plans provide:
Cash benefits
to help you pay expenses not covered by your primary medical coverage.
Flexibility
to spend your benefit payment(s) on anything, including medical bills, transportation, childcare, and daily living expenses.
Financial protection
against high costs related to accidental injuries or a serious illness.
Portability
to give you the option of maintaining your coverage should you leave the company.
Your supplemental medical plan options
You can enroll in one or more of the following Colonial Life supplemental medical plans as a new hire, during Open Enrollment, or if you have a qualifying life event.
Filing a claim
It’s easy to file a claim for supplemental medical benefits. Get started by logging in to your Colonial Life account.
How much does supplemental medical insurance cost?
Supplemental medical insurance is relatively inexpensive. These plans often work well in combination with a high-deductible health plan, giving you some added peace of mind at a low cost. The amount you pay will depend on which plan(s) you choose and whether you cover just yourself or family members, too. In addition, critical illness insurance rates vary by age, tobacco use, and the benefit level you select.
You pay the full cost of coverage through after-tax paycheck deductions. You can view your plan costs as you enroll.
Whole Life Insurance
Whole Life Insurance from Colonial Life provides death benefit coverage with guaranteed features including cash value accumulation, premium rates and death benefit (minus any loans and loan interest). Flexible premium payments and coverage amounts.
Learn more
Speak with a benefits counselor to review your options, ask questions, or enroll. Learn more on the Documents page, or call (888) 623-6236, ext. 85.
Short-Term Disability Insurance
Short Term Disability Insurance from Colonial Life helps you pay everyday living expenses and out-of-pocket expenses not covered by major medical plans. Provides a monthly benefit to replace your income if you are unable to work due to a covered disability. Choose among a variety of plans.
Learn more
Speak with a benefits counselor to review your options, ask questions, or enroll. Learn more on the Documents page, or call (888) 623-6236, ext. 85.
Commuter Benefits
Our commuter benefits program helps you save money by paying for eligible parking and/or transit costs with tax-free dollars. It's flexible and easy!
- Decide how much to contribute, and that money will be deducted from your paycheck before taxes are applied.
- You can contribute up to the monthly IRS before-tax limits of $340 for transit and $340 for parking.
- Adjust your contributions as needed throughout the year (be mindful of the deadline for changes to be effective the following month).
Get started
Learn more, enroll, and manage your MBTA account through Workday.
Pet Insurance
Nationwide provides coverage to help you cover the cost of veterinary care for your pet(s). You can:
- Protect against the financial impact of your pet’s injuries, illnesses, and other needed treatment.
- See any veterinarian worldwide and submit a claim for reimbursement.
- Choose the plan that works for your situation.
Learn more
For more information, visit the Nationwide website or call (877) 263-6008. You will see the cost of coverage when you enroll. You can enroll anytime during the year.
Identity Theft Protection
IDShield Identity Theft & Online Protection monitors online activity related to your personal information and financial accounts to detect threats and provide protection from the damage of identity theft. You will:
- Enjoy peace of mind by protecting your identity, privacy, and finances.
- Receive dedicated 24/7 assistance to resolve identity theft issues.
- Get reimbursed for losses due to fraud through built-in coverage for stolen funds and expenses (up to plan limits).
Learn more
For more information, visit the IDShield website or call (866) 349-3735. You will see the cost of coverage when you enroll. You can enroll as a new hire or during Open Enrollment.
Employee Discounts
Whether you’re buying a big ticket item or planning a vacation or night out, the Working Advantage discount program helps make purchases more affordable and convenient. You can access hundreds of exclusive prices, discounts, and offers.
- This service is provided at no cost to you.
- Save big through deep discounts on offers that match your interests, including health clubs, movie theaters, restaurants, retailers, and cellphone providers.
- No enrollment required.
Learn more
For more information and to start saving, visit the Working Advantage website.
