What type of insurance is NALC Health Benefit Plan?
The NALC Health Benefit Plan offers our members a nationwide PPO provider network with greater discounts through our partnership with the Cigna HealthCare Shared Administration OAP Network.
What insurance company is NALC?
Since 1950, the NALC Health Benefit Plan (HBP) has provided letter carriers and their families with first-rate health insurance. The NALC’s health plan is a natural choice—as the only health plan owned and operated by letter carriers, it pays particular attention to their health needs.
Is NALC a government plan?
The NALC Health Benefit Plan is a Union-owned, Union-run provider of premium health benefits for active and retired Letter Carriers and employees of the federal government.
What do retired federal employees pay for health insurance?
Unfortunately, federal employees do not receive free health insurance upon retirement. However, federal employees can keep their current federal employee health benefits (FEHB) plan upon retirement. Employees continue to pay the employee portion of the premium.
Is NALC a government?
About NALC We are career and non-career government employees who take pride in our work, in our nation and in our employer: The U.S. Postal Service. We deliver everywhere in the United States to homes and businesses six days a week, and, increasingly, seven days a week.
Can retirement federal employees keep their health insurance after?
Yes, you can keep your existing health benefits coverage if you meet all of the following conditions: You’re enrolled in health care insurance under a federal plan when you retire.
How do I contact the Ashburn VA retirement center?
Address changes, dues questions. Membership, 202-662-2836. Health Benefit Plan. 888-636-6252. 20547 Waverly Court, Ashburn, VA 20149-0001. Retirement. Weekdays: 202-393-4695, ext.
Where do I Send my NALC insurance claim?
NALC Health Benefit Plan Cigna Payor 62308 P.O. Box 188004 Chattanooga, TN 37422-8004. Mental Health and Substance Abuse Claims. OptumHealth SM Behavioral Solutions provides our mental health and substance abuse (MHSA) benefits. Some MHSA services require priorauthorization, call 877-468-1016 to receive authorization. Claims should be submitted to:
How do I contact the NALC CareSelect program?
Note: If you have questions about the Program, wish to locate a preferred network pharmacy, NALC CareSelect Network retail pharmacy, or need additional claim forms, call 800-933-NALC (6252) 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Questions? Call the Plan at 703-729-4677 or 888-636-NALC (6252) if you need assistance.
How do I make a short-term prescription claim with NALC?
When you have other prescription drug coverage, and the other carrier is primary, use that carrier’s drug benefit first. After the primary carrier has processed the claim, complete the short-term prescription claim form, attach the drug receipts and other carrier’s payment explanation and mail to the NALC Prescription Drug Program.