Print Archive: September, 2024

What’s New in 2025

Annual Enrollment (October 26–November 17, 2024) begins next week! Each year we take a close look at our benefits and consider what changes are necessary, while still prioritizing your health and well-being. Here’s a closer look at what’s new in 2025.

To learn more about all the benefits available to you, check out the 2025 Benefits Guide.

  1. New Automax Feature for HCFSAs
    The IRS changes the maximum amount you can contribute to your Health Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) at the end of each year, so you won’t see the new maximum when you enroll during Annual Enrollment. When you enroll, select “Yes” if you want your HCFSA contribution to automatically increase to the new maximum if the IRS raises it, or select “No” if you don’t want this automatic increase. You’ll be able to view your selection beginning January 2025.
  2. More Health Support for Women
    In 2025, you and your adult dependents enrolled in a Rockwell medical plan will have access to Maven. In addition to virtual care for pregnancy, postpartum, and returning to work after parental leave, you’ll have access to unlimited education and coaching from a network of reproductive and family health experts, such as OB-GYNs, doulas, reproductive endocrinologists, fertility educators, adoption/surrogacy coaches, nutritionists, mental health coaches, and career coaches. Maven also provides personalized support for perimenopause, menopause, and post menopause, including managing symptoms and support in finding the right treatments. Plus, you’ll be connected to a dedicated Care Advocate who can provide 24/7 support, learning resources, and access to community forums to engage with others on the same journey.
  3. Enhanced Second Opinion
    2nd.MD will replace Teladoc to provide expert medical advice and second opinions for a wide range of medical conditions, including cancer, heart disease, digestive issues, mental health, and more. Use 2nd.MD to gain peace of mind—while saving time and money—when you need an expert second medical opinion.
  4. New EAP Partner
    ComPsych will replace Carelon as our new global Employee Assistance Program (EAP) vendor-partner. You’ll receive many of the same great benefits and resources and some enhancements including eight free counseling sessions with a highly trained clinician.
  5. New Family-Building Benefits
    If you’re enrolled in the Legal Plan through MetLife, you’ll have access to up to 20 hours of legal services with an experienced attorney—including phone consultations, court appearances, and document reviews—for reproductive assistance matters such as surrogacy, egg donation, sperm donation, gamete donation, embryo donation, and embryo adoption. These services are 100% covered and the cost of the plan will continue to be $162 annually.
  6. Upgraded Vision Plan
    Good news—your vision plan just got even better! In 2025, we’re increasing the $130 allowance to $150 for frames and contact lenses. We hope this helps you find the perfect pair of frames or contact lenses to suit your style and vision.
  7. Increase in Medical Contributions
    In line with our commitment to keeping expenses as affordable as possible for you and your family, Rockwell Automation continues to pay the majority of your premium costs. However, due to the continual rise of the cost of health care, you’ll notice an increase in contributions for medical plans. This increase is still below the national average.

October 2024

During October and November, join our webinars to gain a better understanding of financial markets, your investments, and contributing to a tax-advantaged account.

2025 Annual Enrollment Webinar
Oct. 22 from 12–12:45 p.m. CT:

  • See what’s new and changing for 2025.
  • Learn how to enroll in your 2025 benefits during Annual Enrollment.
  • Watch the recorded presentation by clicking on the Teams Live link (available Oct. 23).

Quarterly Market Update with Fidelity
Nov. 5 at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. CT:

  • Learn what happened to financial markets in the previous quarter.
  • Discover how different asset classes performed in the previous quarter.
  • Understand investment concepts that may help you with your investment strategy.

Navigating Market Volatility with Fidelity
Nov. 7 at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. CT:

  • Learn how to develop a financial plan.
  • Get the details on investing best practices.
  • Identify common pitfalls to avoid during volatile markets.
  • Know where to get help if you need help with your current financial plan.

Harness the Power of an HSA with Health Equity
Oct. 25 from 11–11:30 a.m. CT:

  • See a list of all the things you can buy with your HSA.
  • Learn the basics and how to build long term savings.
  • Explore how to maximize the triple-tax advantages of your HSA.
  •  Discover ways to contribute to your account with confidence.

Get to Know Your Benefits Better

Annual Enrollment (October 26–November 17, 2024) is right around the corner—be on the lookout for more enrollment resources and information in the upcoming weeks. As you prepare to choose benefits for you and your family for 2025, test your benefits knowledge with the quick test below. If you don’t know something, don’t worry! You have time to familiarize yourself with Rockwell’s benefits to head into enrollment prepared.

  1. Which Rockwell medical plan comes with 100% covered in-network preventive care before you’ve met your deductible?
    a. The Broad Access HSA Option
    b. The Broad Access Plan Option
    c. The High-Performance Plan Option
    d. All of the above

    Answer: D, All of the above! With each Rockwell medical plan, you have access to same-day services, like doctor visits, hospital care and lab work, in-network preventive care, prescription drugs provided by CVS Caremark, virtual visits, infertility services, and more!
  2. If you cover just yourself in the Broad Access HSA option, how much money does Rockwell contribute to your Health Savings Account (HSA) each year to help you pay for eligible health care expenses?
    a. $50
    b. $250
    c. $500
    d. $1,000

    Answer: C, $500! Don’t forget—the 2025 contribution limits for the HSA are increasing to $4,300 for self-only coverage. Rockwell’s contribution is included in your limit, which means you can contribute up to $3,800 for the year.
  3. What is the name of our health management program where you earn money toward your medical contributions for the following year?
    a. GetHealthy
    b. OnTrack
    c. GoYou
    d. TakeAction

    Answer: B, OnTrack! Take advantage of our voluntary health management program where you can earn up to $500 in incentives which are applied as a discount to your Rockwell Automation medical contributions in the following calendar year. All you have to do is track your healthy habits, log your steps or workouts, and complete a biometric health screening. Happy Healthing!
  4. Which of the following items would not be covered as an eligible expense under a Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)?
    a. Perfume
    b. Massage gun
    c. Full body analysis scale
    d. Acne patches

    Answer: A, perfume! While your hygiene is important, perfume is not eligible for reimbursement with an HSA or FSA since it is considered a cosmetic expense. To learn what items are eligible for tax-free spending, visit healthequity.com/hsa-qme for HSAs and fsastore.com/fsa-eligibility-list/p for FSAs.
  5. Which of the following best explains preferred brand-name prescription drugs?
    a. Drugs that are used to treat conditions
    b. Drugs that are expensive and have cheaper alternatives
    c. Drugs that are identified for a special pricing schedule
    d. Drugs that are determined to be effective in treatment and cost less

    Answer: D, drugs that are determined to be effective in treatment and cost less! Preferred brand-name, or formulary, drugs are drugs that have been determined to provide effective treatment when used as intended and typically cost less than non-preferred brand-name drugs. If you’re written a brand-name prescription, it typically will be filled with a generic, if available.
    For specific information regarding your prescription benefit coverage and cost sharing, sign in or register on caremark.com and click Plan Summary on the Plan & Benefits menu.


We Want to Hear from You!

We want to know how you kickstarted your health goals this summer and share any positive outcomes you’ve seen so far. Click the link below to share your story.

Tell Us!

September 2024

Don’t Miss Our Upcoming Webinar on Digital Care Navigation with Amino

If you’re enrolled in a Rockwell Automation medical plan through UnitedHealthcare (UHC), join the live webinar on Sept. 19 from 12 p.m. – 12:45 p.m. Central Time to learn how Amino’s tool enhances your health care experience:

  • Finding in-network medical care and ranking doctors by cost and quality.
  • Matching you with doctors using “Smart Match.”
  • Reminding you of your other Rockwell benefits you can use to keep costs low.

Join the Webinar.

Maximize Your Back-to-School Benefits

School is (almost) back in session! From tutoring and test prep to 100% coverage on preventive care exams, we offer a variety of benefits to help you and your family head into the school year confidently.

  1. Save on Back-To-School Supplies
    Did you know you can use the money in your Health Savings Account (HSA) and/or Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) to cover eligible back-to-school items, such as hand sanitizer, sunscreen, over-the-counter medicines—such as pain relivers, fever reducers or allergy medicines—and first aid supplies? Just make sure you keep your receipts!
    Learn More about What’s Covered
  2. Schedule Doctor Appointments
    After a relaxing summer, the last thing you want is for a virus to be brought home from school. If you’re enrolled in a Rockwell Automation medical plan, you receive 100% coverage on preventive care exams for you and your covered dependents, even before you’ve met your deductible.
    Learn More about Preventive Care Exams (UnitedHealthcare)
    Learn More about Preventive Care Exams (Centivo)
  3. Ace Tests with Tutoring and Test Prep
    Through Bright Horizons, you have access to discounted tutoring resources for SATs/ACTs, standardized tests, Common Core subjects and more. One-on-one virtual tutoring of up to four hours is available for only $15 per session.
    Learn More about Tutoring and Test Prep
  4. Achieve Your Professional Goals
    Continued learning doesn’t have to end after you graduate. If you’re looking to launch your career at Rockwell or achieve an academic goal, our Educational Assistance program offers tuition reimbursement to help you reach your learning goals and get prepared for future roles.
    Learn More about the Educational Assistance Program


We Want to Hear from You!

We want to know how you kick-started your health goals this summer and share any positive outcomes you’ve seen so far. Click the link below to share your story.

Tell Us!

August 2024

Don’t Miss Our Upcoming Webinar on Digital Care Navigation with Amino

If you’re enrolled in a Rockwell Automation medical plan through UnitedHealthcare, join the webinar on Aug. 29, 2024 from 12 p.m. – 12:45 p.m. Central Time to learn how Amino’s tool enhances your health care experience:

  • Finding in-network medical care and ranking doctors by cost and quality
  • Matching you with doctors using Smart Match
  • Reminding you of other Rockwell benefits you can use to keep costs low

Join the Webinar

Access Calm through Microsoft Teams

Calm, our mindfulness partner, can now integrate with Microsoft Teams at work! Add Calm to your Teams workspace to:

  • Access 3,000+ articles directly within Microsoft Teams
  • Kick-start team meetings with a group meditation and sharing articles via chat
  • Schedule reminders to take mindfulness breaks throughout the workday

Calm Premium subscription is available at no cost to full-time Rockwell Automation employees. If you’re a part-time or contract employee, you can still create a free Calm account and link it to your Teams.

Learn More About Redeeming Your Subscription

Five Hot Tips to Beat the Heat

As the days get longer (and hotter), it’s important to take care of yourself. Whether you’re spending this summer exploring the outdoors, experimenting with new recipes or improving your mental and physical wellbeing, these five tips can help you have fun and stay safe during the warmer months.

  1. Share Your Story
    You don’t have to run a marathon or climb a mountain to improve your overall well-being (but if you have, we’d love to hear about that, too)! Whether you started playing pickleball after work or are making more plant-based meals for your family, we want to know how you kickstarted your health goals this summer and share any positive outcomes you’ve seen so far. We can’t wait to hear from you!
    Tell Us!
  2. Use SPF 30
    Did you know you don’t need to use the highest SPF possible to better protect your skin? According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, products with SPF 30 protect against 97% of the sun’s rays, while SPF 50 protects just 98%. Sunscreen is also eligible for reimbursement if you’re enrolled in a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or a Health Savings Account (HSA). So, before you head out the door and enjoy the sunshine, consider grabbing sun protection with SPF 30 to take with you—and be sure to apply generously and often!
    Learn More
  3. Expand Your Grill Menu
    It’s grilling season! While traditional grilling focuses on meats, there are a variety of plant-based alternatives that are in-season, sustainable and packed with flavor. You can grill “firm” vegetables like zucchini, carrots and corn to add flavor and versatility to any dish. If you’re making a salad, consider adding grilled fruits, such as watermelon and peach halves, to get an extra boost of essential vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that benefit your health.
    Learn More
  4. Protect Your Eyes from Harmful UV Rays
    Sunglasses look fun and stylish, but they serve a critical job in protecting your eyes from harmful UV rays. When shopping for sunglasses, look for lenses that block 100% of UVA and UVB rays and are made from polycarbonate material—which make them lightweight, durable and scratch-resistant! If you’re enrolled in the Rockwell Vision Plan, polycarbonate lenses are free for covered dependents under age 18 and only $33 for covered dependents age 19 or older (19+).
    Learn More
  5. Give Back with the ROK in Action Program
    ROK in Action is our global volunteer program with a convenient online portal that allows you to participate in local volunteer opportunities, make monetary contributions and help build a volunteer-focused employee community. You can take up to 24 hours of paid time off each year to volunteer with an approved non-governmental organization (NGO) of your choice.
    Learn More

July 2024

Take Control of your Financial Fitness

Join our financial webinars to learn how to invest in your future—whether you’re early in your career, at the retirement planning stage or anywhere in between!

Once you’re signed into your Fidelity account, select one or both of the below links to register.

Make the Most of Your Retirement Savings

Aug. 6, 2024 at 11 a.m. Central Time
Aug. 6, 2024 at 1 p.m. Central Time

  • See the importance of investing.
  • Learn how to grow your savings.
  • Identify different retirement account types.

Understanding Your Retirement Plan and All It Has to Offer

Aug. 8, 2024 at 11 a.m. Central Time
Aug. 8, 2024 at 1 p.m. Central Time

  • Learn how your retirement plan works.
  • Discover how Fidelity can help you plan for the future.
  • Take advantage of Fidelity’s free tools and resources.