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*Dental and Vision Plans*

TRS is adding two more reliable plans that can enhance our retirees' everyday health—TRS-Care Dental and TRS-Care Vision! These new plans will offer extensive provider networks and benefits to help you see and smile with confidence as you explore new adventures.

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Low-Impact Exercises

As you age, one of the most effective ways to maintain your independence and overall health is by being physically active. The right exercises may help build strength, balance and flexibility, which are needed to do everyday tasks.

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Don't Underestimate the Power of Walking 

When it comes to simple ways to stay healthy and workout, *don’t underestimate the power of walking*! Walking is one of the *most popular exercises among adults*. And it’s easy to see why.

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Stroke Awareness

A stroke can happen in an instant and can be a life-altering event. It inspires fear and worry in many, and for good reason. A stroke can strike anyone — no matter your age, ethnicity or sex.

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6 Signs You're Burned Out

Studies show that chronic stress can lead to burnout for employees in “helping professions,” such as teaching. Here are tips for recognizing, preventing and beating burnout.

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Value-Based Health Care: What is it?

Value-based care focuses on you. It’s a team approach to your care, and your primary care provider is the coach.

*What is it?* [ [link removed] ]











Have a question about your benefits?

*TRS Health:  *
1-888-237-6762

Monday–Friday, 7 a.m.–6 p.m. CST

*TRS-Care Standard – BCBSTX (medical): *1-866-355-5999

*TRS-Care Standard *– Express Scripts * (prescription drugs):* (855) 778-1459

**TRS-Care Medicare Advantage – UHC (medical):** 1-866-347-9507

*TRS-Care Medicare Rx *– *Express Scripts: *(844) 863-5324

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Important Dates and Reminders

*New TRS-Care Medicare Advantage Enrollees*: Participants enrolling in the TRS-Care Medicare plans with a *coverage start date on or after Jan. 1, 2024* must send their Medicare Beneficiary Identifier (MBI) to TRS. You may either mail or fax (512-542-6575) the form to TRS, or call us at 1-888-237-6762. If TRS does not get your MBI, TRS will not be able to enroll you, and you risk losing TRS-Care coverage altogether. If your TRS-Care Medicare Advantage coverage began prior to Jan. 1, 2024, you do *not *need to send your MBI to TRS. " "

*Keep your address current with TRS*: If you need to change your address, we need to get written notice with your social security number or TRS Participant ID number, and your signature. You may also change your address online if you’re currently a registered "MyTRS [ [link removed] ]" user. Alternatively, you may mail or fax us a "Change of Address Notification" form (TRS 358) [ [link removed] ].

 

 






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