Health Benefits

Active Employee Information

Orange Unified School District takes pride in offering a benefit program that provides flexibility for the diverse and changing needs of our employees. 

New hires must meet with an American Fidelity Representative within 30 days of your first day in paid status. New hires will receive an email with instructions on how to schedule an appointment just as soon as Risk Management receives your New Hire Personnel Action.

Our 2026-2027 annual health benefits open enrollment will begin on August 3 and end on August 21.  If you are not switching medical or dental plans, no action is necessary.

Active Employees Ready to Retire

As you transition into retirement, OUSD remains committed to supporting your health and wellbeing. We are proud to offer medical, dental, and vision benefit plans designed to help you and your eligible family members continue living your healthiest and happiest lives. Our Retiree Guide for Health Benefits provides information on how to get started, pre-and-post-65 retiree health plans, as well as frequently asked questions.

Retiree Information - Under 65 and all Kaiser Retirees

The information below is only for retirees under 65 years of age or retirees enrolled in the SISC Companion Care plan, and all Kaiser Retirees (regardless of age). 

Further below, you will find information for retirees over 65 in Anthem Plans and retirees/survivors who self-pay for medical coverage.

Retiree Information - Over 65 (Non-Kaiser)

The information below is retirees over 65 in the Anthem Medicare Advantage + Part D (RX) or the Hartford Supplement to Medicare with RX.

Retirees Who Self-Pay For Medical Insurance

The information below is for retirees and surviving spouses who pay for their medical coverage with no District contribution.