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Something changed in my life. What do I do?

A permitted life change may allow an election change midyear.

At a glance

Report event

Within 60 days

Proof documents

Within 30 days of reporting the life event

Examples of qualifying changes

  • Marriage or divorce.
  • Birth or adoption.
  • Death of a dependent.
  • Gain or loss of other health coverage.

Report and document

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    In Oracle: Me / Benefits / Report a Life Event.

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    Report the event and upload documentation for the benefits team to review within 30 days of submitting the event in Oracle.

  3. 3

    The event is not available to update until the documentation has been approved.

  4. 4

    After approval the event is open to make changes to your benefits.

  5. 5

    Changes are effective when reported.

Otherwise, elections continue

Elections normally remain in effect for the calendar year unless a qualifying event permits a change. Annual open enrollment typically occurs in November, but actual dates come from enrollment communications.

Before you decide

Proof of an event is due within 30 days.

Who to call

Oracle HCM · Human resources, benefits

yoursource.hormel.com

Questions? Horizon Solution Center · (866) 449-7712