Q.

Who are my eligible dependents?

A.

• Your lawful spouse
• Your natural children up to age 26
• Your legally adopted children up to age 26
• Your step-children up to age 26
• Child for whom you have been appointed legal guardian by court for length of guardianship or to age 26, whichever occurs first

Q.

How do I add my new baby or spouse to my insurance plan?

A.

You must submit other legal documentation to the Benefit office along with a completed Vital Information Form.  You can download the Vital Information Form off of this website located under "Forms" and mail it into the Benefit Office.  You must enroll your new dependent within 60 days of birth, adoption, marriage or other important changes.

 Documentation Required:

• Spouse - copy of your marriage certificate
• Child - copy of your child's birth certificate
• Step-child - copy of child's birth certificate, copy of taxes, divorce decree or copy of existing court order showing spouse must provide medical benefits
• Adopted child - copy of legal decree of adoption
• Child for whom you have been appointed their legal guardian - original copy of legal guardianship documents (if temporary guardianship, status updates will be required every 6 months). 

Q.

Whom should I contact if I'm getting a divorce and what documents do I need to submit?

A.

Please call the Benefit Office and advise the Eligibiity Department that you are getting a divorce or have gotten divorced. You will also need to submit a FULL copy of your Divorce Decree to the Benefit Office.

Q.

What if I don't work enough contributions or dollar bank credits to gain eligibility for the month?

A.

If you fail to have required employer contributions or dollar bank credits to continue healthcare coverage, you will be permitted to remit monthly self payments equal to the amount required to continue coverage. 

Q.

Will my child(ren) who is/are age 19 through age 26 be covered under the Plan?

A.

Yes. Due to the new Healthcare Reform Act, dependent children are now eligible to remain on the coverage until the age of 26, regardless of student status.

Q.

How do I inquire about the status of my medical claim?

A.

Your medical claims are paid by Independence Blue Cross Blue Sheild. Please contact Independence at: 1-833-242-3330

Q.

How do I inquire about the status of my healthcare eligibility?

A.

Please contact the Benefit Office at (800) 700-6756 for information about your healthcare eligibility.

Q.

How do I add my newborn child to my healthcare benefit?

A.

Please contact the Benefit Office at (800) 700-6756 for more information. You may also download a Vital Information form located on the Health Care page under the Health Care Forms section of this website. Once downloaded, complete the vital information form in its entirety and submit a copy of your newborn child's birth certificate within 60 days.

Q.

How do I add my spouse to my healthcare benefit?

A.

Please contact the Benefit Office at (800) 700-6756 for more information. You may also download a Vital Information form located on the Health Care page under the Health Care Forms section of this website. Once downloaded, complete the vital information form in its entirety and submit a copy of your marriage certificate.