The District is transitioning to Meritain, an Aetna company, for medical coverage, with access to the Aetna Choice POS II network. Prescription benefits will also be provided through CVS Caremark. We are using a "passive enrollment" process to make this transition as smooth as possible.
What is "Passive Enrollment" and What It Means for You
Think of it as "automatic enrollment."
It means that if you are happy with your current type of plan, you don't have to do anything. We have "mapped"—or matched—your current plan to the closest, most similar plan offered by our new insurance provider.
If you take no action during Open Enrollment, you will be automatically rolled over into that new, similar plan.
Health Benefits Video Library
The videos below offer simple, helpful explanations to guide you through these changes.
Timeline for Implementation
Informational sessions – Ongoing
Informational sessions are ongoing to help staff prepare.
Open enrollment – Now through December 5th
Open enrollment allows staff to review their benefit options and make any necessary updates before finalizing their selections.
Distribution of ID cards – December 10
ID cards will begin mailing on December 10. Watch your mail and district email for updates.
New benefits go live – January 1, 2026
New benefits take effect in January 2026 once the new calendar year begins.
Informational Staff Sessions
If you can’t attend your school’s session, you’re welcome to join the next session on the list and receive the same information.
Need Support?
For help with existing plans, please contact the Administration Building.
School:
(973) 762-5600 ext. 1821
For the broker support line, please email SOMSDHelpline@fairviewinsurance.com
Responses are provided within 24 hours.