Health Benefits

Kaiser DHMO with HRA
(877) 761-3399
www.kp.org
https://my.kp.org/dusd/

Blue Shield PPO
(855) 256-9404
www.blueshieldca.com
www.bscaplan.com

Blue Shield Teladoc
(800) 835-2362
teladoc.com/bsc

Blue Shield Heal
(844) 644-4325
www.heal.com

Blue Shield Nurse Help 24/7
(877) 304-0504
www.blueshieldca.com

Blue Shield Transparency Coverage:

The information available through the below link is provided in good faith to comply with the Machine-Readable Files (MRF) provision of the Transparency in Coverage Final Rule (TCFR). These files are extensive collections of data to be ingested and read by machines and are not intended for consumer/member use.

Dental & Vision

Delta Dental PPO
(800) 765-6003
www.deltadentalins.com

MetLife Dental HMO
(800) 880-1800
www.metlife.com/mybenefits

VSP Vision Care
(800) 877-7195
www.vsp.com

Access files

To learn more about the TCFR and the MRF provision, refer to this Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services page.

Life & AD&D Insurance

Guardian Basic Life
Basic Life (CSEA Unit 1 in lieu of medical)
(800) 525-4542
www.guardiananytime.com

Transamerica Basic Life
(CSEA Unit 1 working less than 50%)
(800) 346-1608
www.transamericaemployeebenefits.com

Retirement Benefits

The IRS developed the 403(b) plans to offer school employees a tax incentive to save for retirement. DUSD offers 403(b) and 457(b) plans.

Understanding Your 403(b) and 457(b) (PDF)

403(b) Salary Reduction Agreement Form (PDF)

For more information about 403(b) and 457(b) please visit www.403bcompare.com.

Care Solace

Care Solace is a complimentary and confidential service provided to all Downey Unified employees. Anonymously find community therapists or treatment programs matched to your needs regardless of circumstances.

Care Solace’s team is available 24/7/365 and can provide support in any language at no cost to you or your family. If you would like to use Care Solace or other resources, please see below in case you or someone you know needs help:

• Call: (888) 515-0595
• Visit https://caresolace.com/downeyfamilies and either search on your own or click “Book Appointment” for assistance by video chat, email or phone.
• Email weserve@caresolace.org with the following information:
  • Your name and contact information (cell phone number)
  • Your preferred language
  • A good time for Care Solace to contact you in an emergency