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  1. How do I get a merchant added to the approved merchant network?

    Merchant codes are set by the merchant account. We do not have the ability to change the merchant code. If you are purchasing an eligible item but your benefits card is not being accepted, please use an alternate form of payment and submit a claim...
  2. Will there be a different PIN for each card on my account?

    No. Once you have set up a PIN, all cards on your account will use the same PIN. Likewise, if you change the PIN for your account, the PIN will change for all cards. ...
  3. What do I do if my daycare provider doesn't accept credit cards?

    If your daycare provider does not accept credit cards, you can use an alternate form of payment and submit a claim for reimbursement through your online account. If your claim is submitted in good order by Wednesday at 5pm ET, your reimbursement w...
  4. What if a claim I paid using my benefits card is later found to be ineligible?

    If your claim is found to be ineligible or we do not receive supporting documentation for the transaction as requested, Sentinel will ask you to pay the ineligible amount by sending a check made payable to: Sentinel Group 100 Quannapowitt Parkway...
  5. Can I access cash from my benefits card?

    Your benefits card may only be used to purchase qualified expenses based on your employer's plan. Cash cannot be accessed from the card.  If cash is the only acceptable form of payment for the qualified expense, you will need to pay for ...
  6. Mobile Benefits Card Payments

    The benefits card is available to add to your mobile wallet!  Using your mobile wallet is a convenient way to store your benefits card details right on your smartphone so you always have the ability to make a purchase at the point of sale eve...
  7. Using the Benefits Card Internationally

    Your benefits card can be used for qualified medical expenses wherever Visa is accepted. In order for a purchase to be approved, the merchant must have a qualified merchant code for the plan.  *International transactions may have different t...
  8. Receipt Request for Benefits Card Transactions

    Using your benefits card at the point of sale is an easy and convenient way to utilize your FSA funds.  When the transaction goes through, it is not always clear what item or service was purchased. This is common when a provider can be used ...
  9. Declined Payments

    Common reasons for a purchase being declined include: There isn’t enough money in your account to completely cover the expense. Please note that if the amount swiped exceeds your available account balance, the transaction will be declined....
  10. Benefits Card Status

    You can find your benefits card status easily through your online account at Sentinelgroup.com .  The benefits card information can be found under the Profile menu within your account and selecting the Banking/Cards menu item. The Statu...