As the application process progresses, PERS will let you know what additional employer information is needed. The process of approving a member's request for disability benefits is a complex, time-consuming task. The service level goal is to have an approval or denial decision within 75 days of the date the application is filed. When a disability application is approved, monthly benefits will become effective the first of the month following the last day of pay from the employer. However, the member must have met the minimum 90-day consecutive requirement before benefits can start.
Payments are retroactive.
PERS cannot pay a disability retirement check for any month in which a member receives salary from an employer. This is based on the issue date of the check, regardless of when the salary is earned. The member is notified of the approval and provided an approval packet with all necessary member forms to commence receiving benefits. Members are not required to terminate their employment relationship to receive PERS disability retirement benefits. You may keep the employee on a leave of absence without pay status to protect seniority rights, salary levels, etc.