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On September 1, 2026, CHI St. Vincent (part of the Common Spirit Health System) withdrew from all provider networks that...
09/01/2026

On September 1, 2026, CHI St. Vincent (part of the Common Spirit Health System) withdrew from all provider networks that serve Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield's associated health plans, such as Health Advantage.

This will potentially impact Arkansas State Employee and Public School Employee members enrolled in the ARBenefits active and retiree medical insurance plans with Health Advantage who are seen at CHI St. Vincent hospitals or clinics.

If you are currently a CHI St. Vincent patient, we encourage you to contact your healthcare provider for more details about your healthcare options.

If you have questions about your health insurance options, please contact Health Advantage at (501) 378-2928 or (800) 482-8416.

Phone service has been fully restored.Thank you for your patience while we worked to resolve the issue. If you tried to ...
06/04/2026

Phone service has been fully restored.

Thank you for your patience while we worked to resolve the issue. If you tried to reach us earlier and couldn’t get through, our team is now available and ready to assist.

The Employee Benefits Division/ARBenefits phone lines are currently down. We do not yet have an estimated time for resto...
06/03/2026

The Employee Benefits Division/ARBenefits phone lines are currently down. We do not yet have an estimated time for restoration. If members have an urgent need, please email [email protected]. Thank you.

05/25/2026

Today, we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country. Their courage, dedication, and selflessness will never be forgotten.

In observance of Memorial Day, state offices will be closed on Monday, May 25. Normal business hours will resume on Tuesday, May 26.

The Arkansas Department of Shared Administrative Services wishes everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day.

Important HSA Transition Update for State EmployeesThe final phase of the HSA transition from Optum Bank to Beneliance w...
03/06/2026

Important HSA Transition Update for State Employees

The final phase of the HSA transition from Optum Bank to Beneliance will occur from March 11 to April 3, 2026. During this time, certain transactions will be temporarily restricted while funds are transferred.

Key Dates
📅 March 11 – March 25
• Remaining Optum HSA cash balances will transfer to Beneliance
• Optum debit cards will be disabled
• Online transfers, distributions, and investment trades will not be available or restricted

📅 March 25 – April 3
• Funds will be posted and reconciled at Beneliance
• Temporary delays may occur for debit card usage and reimbursements

✅ Full access to transferred funds is expected on April 4, 2026.

What remains available throughout the transition period?
Payroll contributions sent to your Beneliance HSA beginning January 1, 2026, will remain accessible during the transition.

Plan Ahead
You may wish to:
• Plan for medical or pharmacy expenses
• Use another payment method if needed
• Save receipts to reimburse yourself once access is restored

If funds remain at Optum after the transfer period, monthly maintenance fees may apply beginning May 2, 2026.

For more information, go to https://sas.arkansas.gov/employee-benefits/arbenefits-upcoming-hsa-transition-period/

📧 Questions? Contact Beneliance at [email protected] or 501-687-6975.

Caring for your mental wellness may be as easy as picking up your phone. Beginning this year, State of Arkansas MAPD mem...
01/30/2026

Caring for your mental wellness may be as easy as picking up your phone. Beginning this year, State of Arkansas MAPD members can use the Calm Health app for programs and tools to better support their mental health—all at NO COST.

Members can use the Calm Health app to:

- Learn techniques to help you feel better and manage stress
- Try Sleep Stories, meditation, music and other sounds
- Build healthy habits by tracking your progress
- Access digital mental health programs
- Find mental health care providers and benefits

For more information about the Calm Health app, visit the UHC My Retiree Virtual Education Center: https://uhcvirtualretiree.com/arbenefits/virtual-care

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501 Woodlane Street, Suite 500
Little Rock, AR
72201

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