HB Bulletin #96-17
November 2, 2017
HEALTH BENEFITS BULLETIN
UPDATE YOUR BENEFICIARY INFORMATION
- Class A – Local 13 – Burial Benefit
- 401k Fidelity
- ILWU/PMA Welfare Plan – Life, Accidental Death and Accident Dismemberment Benefit
ANNUAL OTHER INSURANCE COVERAGE
ILWU-PMA Coastwise Indemnity Plan Participants:
The Plan is requiring completed Other Insurance Coverage Forms on an annual basis for those members that have covered dependents. Each October you will receive notification requesting the completion of the Other Insurance Coverage (OIC) form. Completing this annual requirement will make it simpler to expedite claim benefit payments for you and your dependents and avoid requests based on individual claim denials for each family member throughout the year. Even if you have provided this information earlier this year, you will need to submit the completed enclosed form to avoid any delay in your family’s claim benefit payments.
Therefore, you must:
- Read, complete, sign and return the Other Insurance Coverage Form by the required date. You may fax the completed form to (415) 749-1400 or mail using the pre-paid addressed envelope provided by ILWU-PMA Benefit Plans.
If you do not return the form:
- Your dependent(s) benefit claim(s) for dates of service after December 31, 2017 will be denied until the form is received.
(If you have any questions or need help, please call (800) 955-737)
AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY GUIDELINES
All Participants and Beneficiaries Enrolled in the ILWU-PMA Coastwise Indemnity Plan:
This is a reminder that coverage for routine mammograms, Pap smears, Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) tests, and related office visits are payable according to the American Cancer Society guidelines in effect at the time of treatment. See the ILWU-PMA Coastwise Indemnity Plan Supplement Summary Plan Description on page 29, which is also available online at:
www.benefitplans.org/PlanDocuments/SSPDs/CoastwiseSSPD.pdf.
HONORING VETERANS
It’s the one day set aside each November to honor those who have served and continue to serve our nation. The holiday also offers a great opportunity to teach civilians about the sacrifice service members and their families make year-round. Here are some ideas to acknowledge this holiday:
At home:
- Wear a red poppy or yellow ribbon to show support for veteran and active duty service members
At work:
- Take time out of the day to acknowledge veterans in your workplace.
A special THANK YOU to all Veterans, their families including;
Sergeant Jerry Avila Jr., Airborne & Afghan Veteran.
ADA
(American Disability Act)
Any questions, changes or concerns regarding ADA accommodations, attend the ADA JPLRC.
Meetings are scheduled on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month at 9:00 a.m. at Pacific Maritime Association, 1 World Trade Center 1700 (17th Floor), Long Beach, CA 90831 (no parking validation – cash only).
APPOINTMENT WITH THE HEALTH BENEFITS OFFICER
The Health Benefits Officer maintains an open door policy, however, if you need special assistance, (i.e. retirement, disability or personal matter) we recommend that you schedule an appointment with Jerry Avila at (310) 830-6116.
LONG LIVE THE ILWU!
#responsibility
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In Solidarity,
Jerry Avila Health Benefits Officer ILWU Local 13 |
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HB Bulletin #96-17
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