On April 1, 2013, legislation called the Durbin Amendment went into effect which requires all debit cards to offer a PIN number in addition to being able to sign for purchases.
Do I need a PIN to continue to use my debit card?
No. You can continue using the debit card by signing for your purchases.
What is a debit card PIN?
A personal identification number (PIN) is a unique four digit number sent to you upon request and can not be customized. Our service team does not have access to this number so if you forget it, a copy of your PIN will be mailed to you from our debit card vendor upon request.
If I get a PIN number, can I access funds at an ATM?
No. The PIN number can only be used when making a purchase. You can continue to use your card without a PIN number to make purchases.
What happens if I enter the wrong PIN?
If you enter your PIN number incorrectly more than 3 times, your card will be locked for all purchases including signing for the expense. You will need to contact customer service for assistance to make additional purchases.
Can I choose my own PIN number?
No. The system used by our debit card administrator does not allow customization of the PIN.
Can I use the same PIN number for all cards (mine and my dependents) listed on my account?
No. Each card will have their own specific PIN number and must be requested separately.
Are merchants required to allow PIN purchases for the card?
No. Merchants are not required to register their PIN network for medical expenses. Purchases made using a PIN could be denied. You can instead continue to sign for purchases.
What if I forget my PIN?
If you forget your PIN, you can still make purchases by signing for the expense. To have a new PIN reminder sent, please contact our customer service team. Note that for security reasons, our service team does not have access to your PIN number.
How do I request a PIN?
To request a PIN number, contact our customer service team at 800-859-2144. They will submit a request with our debit card vendor to have a PIN number mailed to you. Please allow up to three weeks to arrive in the mail.