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In-service benefits

WebIn-service benefits. As a UFT-represented employee, you are entitled to premium-free health insurance and an array of UFT Welfare Fund-administered supplemental health benefits that include prescription …

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Retiree benefits

WebMembers can call the Welfare Fund at 212-539-0539 to request forms, Red Apple Benefit Guides, dental forms/listings and other fund brochures. For more general information on health benefits, please select one of the …

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Member Assistance Program

WebThe Member Assistance Program is available free of charge to all UFT members. Your insurance plan may cover services for additional resources or referrals. For more …

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City health plan FAQ for new members

WebTo enroll, you must obtain and file a Health Benefits Application at your payroll or personnel office or enroll online via the city portal, NYCAPS ESS. See …

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Forms and Documents

WebHealth benefits. Enroll in the Welfare Fund Use our online form to enroll in the UFT Welfare Fund. Update Your Information (Change of Status) Use our online form to make changes …

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What is the HCFSA Program/Flexible Spending Account …

WebThe HCFSA is a flexible spending account for health care expenses. Here is how the HCFSA Program works: First, you contribute before-tax dollars into your HCFSA account …

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City health plans for new members

WebAll new city employees, including DOE new hires, must select the EmblemHealth HIP HMO Gold program as your health care plan for your first year on the job, as of Oct. 1, 2022. …

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New York City health plans

WebEffective Oct. 1, 2022, all newly hired New York City public employees, including new Department of Education employees, must select the EmblemHealth HIP HMO Gold …

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Leave of Absence

WebLeave of Absence. Any regularly appointed teacher may apply for a leave of absence. Leaves of absence with partial pay include military leaves and sabbatical leaves for study …

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Leaves of absence

WebLeaves of absence with partial pay include military leaves and sabbatical leaves for study and for restoration of health. There are also leaves of absence without pay available for …

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Supplemental benefits

WebPrivate Duty Nursing: After a 72-hour deductible, eighty percent (80%) of reasonable, usual and customary charges for in-hospital services performed by a registered nurse, from the …

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Forms and claims

WebFor forms needing validation, such as optical and hearing aid, members should access the Forms Hotline at 212-539-0539. Current panel listings and some forms are also available …

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New health plan for Medicare-eligible retirees

WebThe new plan is projected to produce up to $600 million in health savings each year. Retirees covered by any NYC Medicare health plan will be automatically enrolled in the …

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Retired Teachers Chapter

WebThe UFT's Retired Teachers Chapter offers an array of services, programs and resources for retired members. When you join the RTC, you will participate in what’s considered the …

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Provider Wellness: Mental Health Services

WebYes, the UFT Member Assistance Program (MAP) is HIPAA-compliant in the State of New York. What other services are available? Support groups and wellbeing workshops are …

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NYSUT member benefits

WebWith this plan, you can apply for coverage up to $1 million, if under age 65, at premiums negotiated especially for NYSUT members. Reduced coverage amounts are available …

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