DOUGHERTY COUNTY
SCHOOL SYSTEM
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STATE HEALTH BENEFIT PLAN
Health Insurance Benefits
Choosing a health insurance plan and enrolling in it can be confusing and is probably not a lot of fun. Nevertheless, making a thoughtful decision and picking the best health plan for your situation is important for you and your family. Health insurance gives you a sense of security knowing your financial future is protected by helping you cover your medical expenses.
All eligible employees are offered health insurance through the State Health Benefit Plan (SHBP). Summary of Benefits and Coverage can be found by following the links to the left. Below are links to all relevant websites and contact information for the SHBP plans.
SHBP & Administrator Website Links
Benefit Information
Monday through Friday
8:30am to 5:00pm EST
Effective January 1, 2027, Express Scripts will take over as the new Pharmacy Benefit Administrator.
Please review the resources below to help you navigate the transition:
1. Express Scripts Website
Express Scripts has created a helpful website where you can learn more about your pharmacy benefits, understand how your medications will be handled under the new administrator, and search for in-network pharmacies. CLICK HERE to view the Express Scripts website.
2. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
CLICK HERE to review the FAQ document for more information regarding the transition.
3. Maintenance Prescription Reminder
While this is not a requirement, those who take ongoing maintenance medications should consider refilling their prescriptions in December, as appropriate, to ensure they have an adequate supply heading into January. This is simply a precaution to help avoid any potential delays or challenges with prescription coverage, including prior authorizations, during the transition. This will buy you extra time in case paperwork is necessary before refilling under Express Scripts.