Optional Benefits
PEBB offers optional benefits you can choose in addition to your basic benefits. Review your options below to learn what each benefit covers and how to get more information.
Life Insurance
Optional Life Insurance
- Provided by The Standard
- PEBB pays for your Basic Life Insurance. You can also apply for Optional Life Insurance to provide additional financial protection for your loved ones if you die.
- You can choose coverage for:
- Some coverage amounts require you to complete a Medical History Statement.
- Travel assistance is included with Optional Life Insurance. Services include medical and travel assistance, pre-trip information, legal services, emergency transportation and medical supplies.
Disability Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
- Provided by The Standard
- Long-Term Disability Insurance can replace part of your income if you cannot work for an extended period because of a covered illness or injury.
Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Health Care FSA
- Administered by ASIFlex
- Use a Health Care FSA to set aside money from your paycheck before taxes to pay for eligible health care expenses.
Dependent Care FSA
- Administered by ASIFlex
- Use a Dependent Care FSA to set aside money from your paycheck before taxes to pay for eligible dependent care expenses.
Commuter Accounts
- Administered by ASIFlex
- Use a Commuter Account to set aside money from your paycheck before taxes to pay for eligible commuting expenses.
Parking note: If you park in a state-owned lot or garage and have parking costs deducted from your paycheck, you are not eligible for the Parking Reimbursement Account.
Long-Term Care (LTC) Insurance
- Provided by Unum
- New enrollments are closed. You cannot enroll in Unum LTC coverage effective February 1, 2026. This information is for members who are already currently enrolled in LTC coverage.
- Long-Term Care Insurance can help pay for certain services if you need help with everyday activities because of an illness, injury or other covered condition.
Plan and Policy Details
- Life Insurance — Agency: 606814-D
- Life Insurance — Universities: 606814-C
- Short-Term Disability: 442210
- Long-Term Disability: 606717
- AD&D: 603073-B
- Long-Term Care: 025758
Questions?