Worldwide coverage - no territorial restriction. Pays in addition to any other insurance you have such as Group Health Insurance or Medicare. Dependent's benefits are provided only for non-occupational disability. An employee's insurance is non-cancelable to age 70 as long as the group plan remains in force. Low cost protection to pay for expenses above your Group Hospital coverage and which is provided at preferred rates.
Pregnancy is covered as any other illness.
You may continue coverage after retirement through a retirement check deduction. You must arrange for this deduction, on or before the last day of the month in which you separate from the City. If arrangements for a retirement check deduction are not made within the time described, your coverage expires on the last day of the month in which you are employed by the City. The age of the employee will determine the benefits for dependents. The necessary claim form to be completed is very simple.