UTHealth Houston Former Employees & Retirees
Post-Employment Resources

Former Employees and Retirees

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Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions from former employees and retirees.

Not sure who to contact?

Employee Services will help direct your inquiry to the appropriate office.

713-500-3130 [email protected]
What information should I include when contacting HR, Payroll, or Benefits?

To help us assist you as efficiently as possible, please include:

  • Full name (including any previous name used during employment, if applicable)
  • Employee ID number (if known)
  • Current phone number
  • Current mailing address
  • A brief description of your question or request
Looking for the Former Employee and Retiree Portal?

The former Employee and Retiree Portal is no longer available. Resources and support previously available through the portal can now be accessed using the contacts and links on this page.

How can I get a copy of a previous W-2 or pay statement?

Please contact the Payroll Office at [email protected] for assistance.

Will I receive my Form W-2 after I leave UTHealth Houston?

Yes. Former employees will automatically receive a paper copy of their Form W-2 by mail. For tax year 2026, Forms W-2 will be mailed no later than February 1, 2027.

If your mailing address has changed since your employment ended, please contact [email protected] as soon as possible to update your address and ensure your W-2 is mailed to the correct location.

If your address has not changed, no action is needed. Your Form W-2 will be mailed to the address currently on file.

How can I obtain a copy of my Form 1095?

You can access your Form 1095 by creating an account through the Paperless Employee Portal.

How do I update my mailing address or contact information?

Please contact [email protected] to update your mailing address, phone number, or other contact information.

Will I be paid for unused vacation or sick leave when my employment ends?

Eligible employees who have a remaining vacation balance when they separate from UTHealth Houston may receive payment for eligible unused vacation hours in accordance with university policy.

Unused sick leave is not paid upon termination of employment. However, upon the death of an active employee, one-half of the employee's sick leave balance, up to a maximum of 336 hours, may be paid to the employee's estate.

For additional information regarding eligibility and payment of unused vacation leave, visit the Payroll Office's Terminal Vacation Pay page: Terminal Vacation Pay Information

When will I receive payment for my unused vacation leave?

Payment for eligible unused vacation leave is processed after separation from employment in accordance with university payroll procedures. For questions regarding a specific payment, please contact [email protected].

I am a retiree. Who should I contact with benefits questions?

Please contact the Benefits Office at [email protected].

I no longer have access to my UTHealth Houston email address. Can I still receive assistance?

Yes. Former employees and retirees may receive assistance through the contact information provided on this page.

I recently left UTHealth Houston. What benefits or retirement questions can the Benefits Office help with?

The Benefits Office can assist former employees and retirees with questions related to benefits and retirement following separation from UTHealth Houston, including:

  • Retirement plan questions, including TRS and ORP
  • Retiree insurance eligibility and enrollment
  • Return-to-work retiree benefit questions
  • Questions about benefit coverage after employment ends
  • Disability coverage questions following separation
  • Other post-employment benefits questions
  • Vesting Termination Request

Please contact the Benefits Office at [email protected] for assistance.

I am a retiree. How do I update my mailing address or contact information?

Retirees should contact the Benefits Office at [email protected] to update their mailing address or other contact information used for benefits and retiree communications.

I am not sure which office can help me. Who should I contact?

Please contact Employee Services at 713-500-3130 or [email protected], and we will help direct your inquiry to the appropriate office.

Thank you for your service and contributions to UTHealth Houston. We appreciate your impact on our institution and remain committed to supporting your post-employment needs.