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EBF members: Act now to use copayment reimbursement benefit
The CSEA Employee Benefit
Fund wants to ensure that EBF members are aware of the incredible benefits available to them.
If prescription drug and/
or physician copayment reimbursements are part of your negotiated collective bargaining agreement, take advantage of these valuable benefits that reimburse you annually for copayments incurred throughout the calendar year. The deadline to submit reimbursements for the 2023 calendar year is March 31, 2024.
Prescription Drug Copay Reimbursement for NYS employees If you’re enrolled in the New York
State Health Insurance Program (NYSHIP), whether through the Empire Plan or a health maintenance organization), celebrate! You are entitled to reimbursement once annually, allowing one claim per family per calendar year. When
your copayments hit $200, the next $400 in eligible prescription drug
copayments becomes reimbursable. Missed the $600 mark by Dec. 31, 2023? Not to worry – submit your claim for what you did pay over $200. The clock is ticking, so act before the deadline on March 31, 2024.
Prescription Drug Copay Reimbursement for NYS Liquidation Bureau employees
For members enrolled in the New York State Health Insurance Program, you too can benefit from an annual reimbursement opportunity. When your co-pays reach $300, the next $100 in eligible prescription drug co-pays is up for reimbursement. Missed the $400 target by December 31, 2023? Simply submit your claim for what you paid over $300 before the deadline on March 31, 2024.
UCS Combined Copay Benefit for Full Time and Retiree Members
The Unified Court System benefit reimburses all out-of-pocket medical expenses not covered by health insurance, up to $400. This includes
copayments and deductibles
for both prescription drugs and medical visits. Your claim can be a combination of prescription drug and/or physician copayments, maximizing your reimbursement to the full $400. Submit your claims by March 31, 2024, for the 2023 calendar year.
Local Government Copay Benefit
Local government employees
with negotiated prescription drug or physician copayment reimbursement benefits, connect with our Member Services Department or refer to your collective bargaining agreement to understand the level and type of reimbursement available for you. The deadline for the 2023 calendar year is March 31, 2024.
How to submit a claim
Ready to use your benefits? Visit our website at cseaebf.com and navigate to the “Download Forms” section to get the necessary forms. If eligible, submit the applicable
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claim form along with supporting documentation by March 31, 2024.
For prescription drug copayment reimbursements, attach a
complete itemized pharmacy printout. For physician copayment reimbursements, attach the Explanation of Benefits (EOBs) from your health insurance carrier. Mail your completed claims to:
CSEA Employee Benefit Fund P.O. Box 516
Latham, N.Y. 12110-0516
Remember, claims are not accepted via fax or email. If you have questions about these benefits, contact the EBF Member Services Department at 1-800-323-2732.
Unleash the full potential of your benefits, so that you make the most of what your CSEA membership has to offer!
Cottrell is PEOPLE Recruiter of the Month for December
SYRACUSE — Ali Cottrell
of the SUNY Upstate Medical University Local in the Central Region is PEOPLE Recruiter of
the Month for December.
Cottrell
of our union. Having the ability to lobby at every level of government ensures that labor issues won’t go unheard,” said Cottrell. “It’s one of the most valuable tools we have as CSEA members.”
CSEA’s PEOPLE program protects and improves our
jobs, benefits, and pensions in Washington, Albany, and in your community. Your support and
participation in PEOPLE strengthens our union’s power in the workplace, in the legislature, in your community, and in the labor movement.
— Nicholas Newcomb
Cottrell, who serves as the SUNY Upstate Medical University Local President, recruited 23 new PEOPLE members.
“The PEOPLE program is critical to the growth and advancement
CSEA Legal Services Program
The CSEA Legal Department oversees the Legal Services Program and CSEA has endorsed the statewide law
firm of Fine, Olin & Anderman, LLP, to represent members for injury-related matters. For further information, call the CSEA Legal Department at 1-800-342-4146 or FOA directly at 1-800-522-9001.
18 The Work Force
February 2024