Monthly Archives: December 2010

Good news! BlueCross BlueShield of Texas (BCBSTX) and Texas Health Resources (THR) have reached a multi-year agreement that will enable THR doctors and facilities to remain in the BCBSTX network. We understand that the uncertainty of the outcome of BCBSTX/THR … Continue reading → Continue reading →

In an effort to keep you updated on the continuing negotiations between Blue Cross Blue Shield Texas (BCBSTX) and Texas Health Resources (THR) the following email was sent to all Faculty and Staff on Friday, December 17. Click on the … Continue reading → Continue reading →

I think I completed the onsite screenings and health risk assessment. Am I qualified for the discount? If you completed the onsite health screenings through Concentra in the spring, then you’ve earned the discount. In late September, you should have … Continue reading →

Benefit-eligible staff and faculty members are invited to take advantage of our free, confidential, onsite health screenings available on campus in January and early February. Interested in losing weight and improving your screening numbers? Consider applying for our free Naturally … Continue reading → Continue reading →

If you use Texas Health Resources (THR) physicians, hospitals, and/or ancillary facilities for your health care, you have probably heard that THR and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) are in contract negotiations and have not yet reached … Continue reading → Continue reading →

Yes, we need your help in finding good people. Research has shown that candidates referred by employees tend to be of higher quality. Current employees can receive a $150 cash reward for recommending friends and colleagues to apply for posted … Continue reading → Continue reading →

SMU’s Freedom of Choice Dental Plan, administered by Aetna, has two components – a PPO and a DMO. The plans have different levels of coverage, and you can switch from one plan to the other, with NO increase in your … Continue reading → Continue reading →

The holidays are often happy times filled with gatherings with friends and families. But the holidays also may have unwelcome guests who arrive under the name of tension and stress. Changes in eating habits, demands on time that interfere with … Continue reading → Continue reading →

SMU HRs Professional Development Workshop (PDW) Quick Takes are short lunchtime sessions jam-packed with tools to get your career in shape. PDW Quick Takes are offered at no cost to SMU staff and faculty. Five new Quick Takes are being … Continue reading → Continue reading →

Sounds Like It’s Time to Check Out HR’s Professional Development Workshops The SMU Department of Human Resources invites you to attend our Professional Development Workshops to help get and keep your career in great shape. These courses are offered at … Continue reading → Continue reading →