2026
Benefits Info

Open Enrollment

What is Open Enrollment (OE)?

Open Enrollment is the once-a-year opportunity for benefit-eligible employees to enroll in or make changes to their benefits—for themselves and any covered dependents. Elections made during Open Enrollment will take effect on January 1, 2026.

What does this mean for you?

  • If you currently have or wish to enroll in a Health Care Flexible Spending Account (HCFSA), a Health Savings Account (HSA), or a Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DCFSA) you must elect during Open Enrollment, as these annual elections do not automatically carry over to 2026. If you miss the open enrollment window:
    • HCFSA: You may only enroll later if you experience a qualifying life event (QLE) and complete an enrollment event in MyHR within 30 days of the QLE date.
    • HSA: You can enroll at any time in MyHR life events. However, if your participation begins with an effective date after January 1, 2026, the employer contribution will be prorated.
    • DCFSA: You may only enroll later if you experience a qualifying event. The employer contribution will be prorated if participation begins after January 1, 2026.
  • If you want to continue Short-Term Disability and/or enroll into the Voluntary Supplemental Health Benefits you will need to complete Open Enrollment.
  • If you do not want to make any changes to your current benefits you do not need to complete Open Enrollment, they will roll over to 2026 (excluding the items mentioned above).

For vendor phone numbers, emails, and other contact details, please visit our Contacts & Resources page. 

Where Do I Enroll?

Enrollment will take place within your Employee Space – MyHR portal. You may go into the portal as many times as needed during the Open Enrollment window. A Tip Sheet with visuals will be available to assist in how to make elections in the Open Enrollment event.

Be sure to carefully review the confirmation sheet provided to ensure you have elected the correct plans and enrolled all applicable spouse/dependents. The confirmation sheet will be emailed to your Salem Health email address. 

Enroll Now
Open Enrollment Tip Sheet

Have Additional Questions?

Please submit a ticket using this link for AskHR, including “Open Enrollment 2026” in the subject line for urgent assistance.

If you have an urgent HR related inquiry, please call Human Resources directly 503-814-1850

What to Expect for 2026next