How long does the pension process take?

On average, it takes 2-3 months for a member to start receiving their pension. This will depend on the timeliness and accuracy of submitting all documents requested.

When do my benefits get terminated?

Plan A: Coverage will be terminated the last day of the second month following the month for which the final premium was due to the Fund on your behalf. For example: If you are laid off on May 15th and your employer’s last premium was due to the Fund on your behalf for May, your […]

When am I eligible for medical benefits?

Plan A: If you work under a CBA (Contract) that requires your employer to pay a monthly premium to the Fund on your behalf, you will become eligible for coverage the first day of the month following the month in which contributions are reported. For example: If your employer is first required to contribute to […]

Can I get reimbursed for my dental or optical claims?

Yes, you can get reimbursed. You would need to send a detail receipt which would include the Date of Service, Name of Patient and the Codes/Description of the procedures done. For Optical you can get up to $100 reimbursed, but for Dental it depends on the In-Network fee schedule amount. Please mail these claims to […]

How can I get a Dental and/or Optical card?

There are no cards for your dental or optical coverage. The provider would have to contact C&R consulting at (212) 869-5986 or (212) 366-9339 for the breakdown of dental benefits using policy holder’s social security number. For the optical the provider would contact GVS or CPS.

What insurance do I have for Vision?

General Vision Services GVS #: 800-847-4661 Website: www.generalvision.com Comprehensive Professional System (CPS) #: 212-675-5745 Website: www.cpsoptical.com