Benefits

The cost of healthcare and other benefits continues to rise year after year. We analyze costs and try to manage increases by reviewing our plans and benefit providers. We are conscious of the fact that changing health insurance plans is often difficult for our employees, so whenever possible, we work with our benefit providers to create solutions that will work financially and will be less disruptive. 

Employers across the country face the same challenge. But the fact is that 70% of healthcare costs are due to preventable conditions that cost the U.S. healthcare system about $100 billion every year. Smoking, obesity, and high blood pressure are all preventable or treatable conditions that, left untreated, can lead to such illnesses as cancer, type II diabetes, or heart failure. 

The University continues to promote a culture of health and wellness, establishing a work environment that promotes healthy lifestyles, decreases the risk of disease, and enhances the quality of life. 

The goal of Central State's Wellness Program is to promote behavioral changes and motivate each person to move from high-risk behavioral factors to healthy or low-risk factors — and keep them there. 

Read more about our benefits in the 2023 Benefit Guide.

Central State offers two medical plan options administered by United Healthcare. Through these plans, employees can access hundreds of thousands of network physicians and hospitals. To access an in-network provider listing, visit uhc.com.

We care about your health and want to provide you with resources to help you live better, both inside and outside of work. That's why we offer a free voluntary wellness program for all current employees who are enrolled in Central State's medical plans. The program is administered by Wellworks for You. Upon enrollment, you will receive a Wellworks packet with all the forms and information you need.

Learn more by viewing our 2023 Benefit Guide.

Regular dental care is essential to good health. Central State provides you with an opportunity to purchase dental coverage through Delta Dental Insurance Company. You are eligible for this benefit the first day of the month following 28 days of employment.

For the best savings, use a Delta Dental participating dentist or specialist. You can find a dentist by clicking here.

Central State offers vision insurance through Medical Mutual of Ohio. You are eligible for this benefit on the first day of the month following 28 days of employment. 

To find a participating eye care provider or to review your plan coverage before your appointment, visit www.medmutual.com or call 800-382-5729.