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Records Management Document
CONTRACT COVER SHEET
This is to be completed by the Contract Manager prior to submission
to the City Clerk's Office. All portions are to be completed.
If you have questions, please contact the City Clerk's Office at 253-856-5725.
® Blue/Motion Sheet Attached
® Pink Sheet Attached
Vendor Name: Cigna
Vendor Number (]DE):
Contract Number (City Clerk) Ti12�. ...l�lp �� ...
Category:'Contra c..t Agreement
Sub-Category (if applicable) gGhr,
Project Name:
Contract Execution Date: 1/1/18 Termination Date: 12/31/2020
Contract Manager: Laura Horea Department: HR
Contract Amount: $705.000
Approval Authority: ❑ Director ❑ Mayor ® City Council
Other Details:
Croup Accident
insurance Certificate
City of Kent
IMPORTANT NOTICES
GROUP ACCIDENT
If you reside in one of the following states, please read the important notices below:
Arizona residents:
This certiffacate of insurance may not provide all benefits and proteetiions provided by law in
Arizona. Please read this certificate carefully.
California residents:
FOR CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS: REVIEW THIS CERTIFICATE CAREFULLY. IF YOU
ARE 65 OR OLDER ON THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF THIS CERTIFICATE, YOU MAY
RETURN IT TO US WITHIN 30 DAYS FROM THE DATE YOU RECEIVE IT AND WE
WILL REFUND ANY PREMIUM YOU PAID. IN THIS CASE, THIS CERTIFICATE WILL
BE CONSIDERED TO NEVER HAVE BEEN ISSUED.
Florida residents:
The heneffts of the policy providing your, coverage are governed prtnnarily by the laws of a
state other than Florida.
Maryland residents:
This Certificate may omit ,some of the benefits required for a Certificate issued and delivered
in Maryland.
New Mexico residents:
This type of plan is NOT considered "minimum essential coverage" under the Affordable
Care Act(ACA) and therefore does NOT satisfy the individual mandate that you have health
insurance coverage. If you do not have other health insurance coverage,you may be subject
to a federal tax penalty. Please consult your tax advisor.
TL-00-6000a.NM
North Carolina residents:
This Certificate of Insurance provides all of the benefits mandated by the North Carolina
Inusurance Code, but it is issued under a group master policy located in another state and may
be governed by that state's law.
THIS CERTIFICATE IS NOT A MEDICARE SUPPLEMENT CERTIFICATE. IF YOU
ARE ELIGIBLE FOR MEDICARE,REVIEW THE GUIDE TO HEALTH INSURANCE
FOR PEOPLE WITH MEDICARE, WHICH IS AVAILABLE FROM LIFE INSURANCE
COMPANY OF NORTH AMERICA.
The Policy is a legal contract between the Policyholder and Us.
BENEFITS MAY BE REDUCED. PLEASE SEE THE SCHEDULE OF BENEFITS
IMPORTANT CANCELLATION INFORMATION —PLEASE READ "POLICY
TERMINATION" PROVISION
UNDER NOR I I CAROLINA GENERAL STATUTE SECTION 58-50-40, NO PERSON,
EMPLOYER, PRINCIPAL, AGENT, TRUSTEE, OR THIRD PARTY ADMINISTRATOR,
WHO IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE PAYMENT OF GROUP HEALTH OR LIFE INSURANCE
OR GROUP HEALTH PLAN PREMIUMS, SI IALL: (1) CAUSE TI IE CANCELLATION OR
NONRENEWAL OF GROUP HEALTH OR LIFE INSURANCE, I IOSPITAI, MEDICAL, OR
DENTAL SERVICE CORPORATION PLAN, MULTIPLE EMPLOYER WELFARE
ARRANGEMENT, OR GROUP HEALTH PLAN COVERAGES AND THE CONSEQUENTIAL
LOSS OF THE COVERAGES OF THE PERSONS INSURED, BY WILLFULLY FAILING TO
PAY THOSE PREMIUMS IN ACCORDANCE W 1TH THE TERMS OF THE INSURANCE OR
PLAN CONTRACT, AND (2) WILLFULLY FAIL TO DELIVER, AT LEAST 45 DAYS
BEFORE THE. TERMINATION OF "CHOSE COVERAGES, TO ALL PERSONS COVERED BY
THE GROUP POLICY A WRITTEN NOTICE OF TI IE PERSON'S INTENTION TO STOP
PAYMENT OF PREMIUMS. THIS WRITTEN NOTICE MUST ALSO CONTAIN A NOTICE
TO ALL PERSONS COVERED BY THE GROUP POLICY OF THEIR RIGHTS TO HEALTH
INSURANCE CONVERSION POLICIES UNDER ARTICLE 53 OF CHAPTER 58 OF TI IE
GENERAL STATUTES AND THEIR RIGHTS TO PURCHASE INDIVIDUAL POLICIES
UNDER THE FEDERAL HEALTH INSURANCE PORTABILITY AND ACCOUNTABILITY
ACT AND UNDER ARTICLE 68 OF CHAPTER 58 OF THE GENERAL, STATUTES.
VIOLATION OF THIS LAW IS A FELONY. ANY PERSON VIOLATING THIS LAW IS ALSO
SUBJECT TO A COURT ORDER REQUIRING THE PERSON TO COMPENSATE PERSONS
INSURED FOR EXPENSES OR LOSSES INCURRED AS A RESULT OF THE
TERMINATION OF THE INSURANCE.
Texas residents:
THE INSURANCE POLICY UNDER WHICH THIS CERTIFICATEIS ISSUED IS NOT A
POLICY OF WORKERS' COMPENSATION INSURANCE. YOU SHOULD CONSULT
YOUR EMPLOYER TO DETERMINE WHETHER YOUR EMPLOYER IS A
SUBSCRIBER TO THE WORKERS' COMPENSATION SYSTEM.
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Life Insurance Company of North America
1601 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19192-2235
A Stock Insurance Company
GROUP ACCIDENT CERTIFICATE
THIS CERTIFICATE PROVIDES LIMITED COVERAGE.
PLEASE READ YOUR CERTIFICATE CAREFULLY.
We, the Life Insurance Company of North America,has issued a Group Policy, OK 969625 to City of Kent.
We certify that we insure all eligible persons who are enrolled according to the terms of the Group Policy. Your
coverage will begin according to the terms set forth in the Eligibility and Effective Date provision.
This Certificate describes the benefits and basic provisions of Your coverage. It is not the insurance contract
and does not waive or alter any terms of the Policy. If questions arise,the Policy language will govern. You
may examine the Policy at the office of the Policyholder.
This Certificate replaces all prior Certificates issued to You under the Group Policy.
1 � A . 4
Matthew G.Manders,President
THIS CERTIFICATE IS ISSUED UNDER AN ACCIDENT ONLY POLICY. IT DOES NOT PAY
BENEFITS FOR LOSS CAUSED BY SICKNESS.
GA-00-CE1000.00
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION PAGE NUMBER
SCHEDULEOF BENEFITS...................................................................................................................................I
GENERALDEFINITIONS ..........................................................................................................................................4
ELIGIBILITY AND EFFECTIVE DATE PROVISIONS.......................................................................................7
COMMONEXCLUSIONS....................................................................................................................................8
CONVERSIONPRIVILEGE.................................................................................................................................9
CLAIMPROVISIONS......................................................................................................................................... I
ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS........---..................................................................,..,.., .13
GENERALPROVISIONS.......................................................................................................................................14
ACCIDENTAL DEATH AND DISMEMBERMENT COVERAGE-..........-......-............. .............................15
EXPOSURE AND DISAPPEARANCE COVERAGE.........................................................................................16
COMMON CARRIER BENEFIT--,....----....... ....... ........................... ......-...---........---............ .......18
SEATBELT AND AIRBAG BF.NEFIT...............................................................................................................18
SPECIAL EDUCATION BENEFIT............................................................................... . . ...19
SPOUSERETRAINING BENEFIT............................................................................................................................20
DOMESTIC PARTNER/CIVIL UNION PARTNER RIDER.............................................................................21
TRAVEL ASSISTANCE SERVICES.,... ................................................ ...... .........-.............22
GA-00-CEI000.00
SCHEDULE OF BENEFITS
This Certificate is intended to be read in its entirety. In order to understand all the conditions,exclusions and
limitations applicable to its benefits,please read all the provisions carefully.
The Schedule of Benefits provides a brief outline of your coverage and benefits. Please read the Description of
Coverages and Benefits Section for full details.
Policyholder: City of Kent
Effective Date of Policyholder Participation: January 1,2018
Covered Class: Class 1 -All active, Benefited Employees of the City of Kent regularly working a minimum
required weekly hours for their job subject to a minimum of 20 hours per week,and the elected
Mayor currently in office.
SCHEDULE OF BENEFITS
This Schedule of Benefits shows maximums,benefit periods and any limitations applicable to benefits provided for
each Covered Person unless otherwise indicated. Principal Sum,when referred to in this Schedule,means the
Employee's Principal Sum in effect on the date of the Covered Accident causing the Covered Injury or Covered
Loss unless otherwise specified.
Eligibility Waiting Period
The Eligibility Waiting Period is the period of time the Employee must be in a Covered Class to be eligible for coverage.
For Employees hired on or
before the Policy Effective Date: No Waiting Period
For Employees hired after
the Policy Effective Date: No Waiting Period
Time Period for Loss:
Any Covered Loss must
occur within: 365 days of the Covered Accident
Maximum Age for Insurance: None
BASIC ACCIDENTAL DEATH AND DISMEMBERMENT BENEFITS
Employee Principal Sum: I times Annual Compensation rounded to the next higher$1,000,
if not already a multiple thereof, subject to a maximum of
$50,000.
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SCHEDULE OF COVERED LOSSES
Covered Loss Benefit
Loss of Life 100%of the Principal Sum
Loss of Two or More Hands or Feet 100%of the Principal Sum
Loss of Sight of Both Eyes 100%of the Principal Sum
Loss of One Hand or One Foot and Sight in One Eye 100%of the Principal Sun
Loss of Speech and Hearing(in both ears) 100%of the Principal Sun
Quadriplegia 100%of the Principal Sum
Paraplegia 75%of the Principal Sum
Hemiplegia 50%of the Principal Sum
Uniplegia 25%of the Principal Sum
Coma
Monthly Benefit 1%of the Principal Sum
Number of Monthly Benefits 11
When Payable At the end of each month during which the Covered
Person remains comatose
Lump Sum Benefit 100%of the Principal Sum
When Payable Beginning of the 12"month
Loss of One Hand or Foot 50%of the Principal Sum
Loss of Sight in One Eye 50%of the Principal Sum
Severance and Reattachment of One Hand or Foot 50%ofthe Principal Sum
Loss of Speech 50%ofthe Principal Sum
Loss of Hearing(in both ears) 50%of the Principal Sum
Loss of all Four Fingers of the Same Hand 25%of the Principal Sum
Loss of Thumb and Index Finger of the Same Hand 25%of the Principal Sum
Loss of all the Toes of the Same Foot 20%of the Principal Sum
Age Reductions
A Covered Person's Principal Sum will be reduced to the percentage of his Principal Sum in effect on the date
preceding the first reduction,as shown below.
Age Percentage of Benefit Amount
70 but less than 75 65%
75 or over 50%
Benefit reductions will be effective on January lst coinciding with or next following the Covered Person's
attainment of age as specified in schedule above.
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ADDITIONAL ACCIDENTAL DEATH AND DISMEMBERMENT COVERAGES
Accidental Death and Dismemberment benefits are provided under the following coverages. Any benefits payable under
them are as shown in the Schedule of Covered Losses and are not paid in addition to any other Accidental Death and
Dismemberment benefits.
EXPOSURE AND DISAPPEARANCE COVERAGE provides the Principal Sum multiplied by the percentage
applicable to the Covered Loss,as shown in the Schedule of Covered Losses.
ADDITIONAL ACCIDENT BENEFITS
Any benefits payable under these Additional Accident Benefits shown below are paid in addition to any other Accidental
Death and Dismemberment benefits payable.
CHILD CARE CENTER BENEFIT
Benefit Amount 25%of the Employee's Principal Sum subject to a maximum
of$5,000 per year
Maximum Benefit Period the earlier of 4 years or until the child turns 13 for each
surviving Dependent Child
COMMON CARRIER BENEFIT
Benefit 100%multiplied by the percentage of the Principal Sum
applicable to the Covered Loss,as shown in the Schedule of
Covered Losses, subject to a maximum of$50,000
SEATBELT AND AIRBAG BENEFIT
Seatbelt Benefit 100%of the Principal Sum subject to a Maximum Benefit of
$50,000
Airbag Benefit 5%of the Principal Sum subject to a Maximum Benefit of
$2,500
Default Benefit $1,000
SPECIAL EDUCATION BENEFIT
Surviving Dependent Child Benefit 25%of the Principal Sum subject to a Maximum Benefit of
$5,000
Maximum Number of Annual Payments
For Each Surviving Dependent Child 4
Default Benefit $1,000
SPOUSE RETRAINING BENEFIT
Benefit 25%of the Principal Sum subject to a Maximum Benefit of
$5,000
GA-00-I100.48
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GENERAL DEFINITIONS
Please note that certain words used in this Certificate have specific meanings. The words defined below and capitalized
within the text of this Certificate have the meanings set forth below.
Active Service
An Employee will be considered in Active Service with the Employer on any day that is either of the following:
1. one of the Employer's scheduled work days on which the Employee is performing his regular duties on a full-time
basis,either at one of the Employer's usual places of business or at some other location to which the Employer's
business requires the Employee to travel;
2. a scheduled holiday,vacation day or period of Employer-approved paid leave of absence,other than sick leave,only if
the Employee was in Active Service on the preceding scheduled workday.
Age
A Covered Person's Age, for purposes of initial premium calculations, is his Age attained on the date coverage becomes
effective for him under this Policy. Thereafter, it is his Age attained on his last birthday.
Aircraft
A vehicle which:
I. has a valid certificate of airworthiness; and
2. is being flown by a pilot with a valid license to operate the Aircraft.
Annual Compensation
Your annual earnings for normal work established by the Policyholder for hisjob classification,excluding commissions,
bonuses,overtime or other extra compensation.
Changes in the Covered Person's amount of insurance resulting from a change in the Employee's amount of Annual
Compensation take effect, subject to any Active Service requirement,on the first day of the month following the change in
Annual Compensation.
Changes in the Covered Person's amount of insurance resulting from a change in the Employee's amount of Annual
Compensation take effect,subject to any Active Service requirement,on the first day of the month following the change in
Annual Compensation.
Covered Accident
A sudden, unforeseeable event that results,directly and independently of all other causes, in a Covered Injury or Covered
Loss and meets all of the following conditions:
I. occurs while the Covered Person is insured under this Policy;
2. is not contributed to by disease, Sickness,mental or bodily infirmity;
3. is not otherwise excluded under the terms of this Policy.
Covered Injury
Any bodily harm that results directly and independently of all other causes from a Covered Accident.
Covered Loss
A loss that is all of the following:
I. the result,directly and independently of all other causes, of a Covered Accident;
2. one of the Covered Losses specified in the Schedule of Covered Losses;
3. suffered by the Covered Person within the applicable time period specified in the.Schedule oJBenefils„
Covered Person
An eligible person,as defined in the Schedule ofBeneffls,for whom an enrollment form has been accepted by Us and
required premium has been paid when due and for whom coverage under this Policy remains in force.
Employee
For eligibility purposes, an Employee of the Employer who is in one of the Covered Classes.
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Employer
The Policyholder and any affiliates, subsidiaries or divisions shown in the Schedule of Covered Affiliates and which are
covered under this Policy on the date of issue or subsequently agreed to by Us.
He,His,Him
Refers to any individual, male or female.
Hospital
An institution that meets all of the following:
I. it is licensed as a Hospital pursuant to applicable law;
2. it is primarily and continuously engaged in providing medical care and treatment to sick and injured persons;
1 it is managed under the supervision of a staff of medical doctors;
4. it provides 24-hour nursing services by or under the supervision of a graduate registered nurse(R.N.);
5. it has medical, diagnostic and treatment facilities,with major surgical facilities on its premises,or available on a
prearranged basis;
6. it charges for its services.
The term Hospital does not include a clinic, facility,or unit of a Hospital for:
1. rehabilitation,convalescent,custodial,educational or nursing care;
2. the aged,drug addicts or alcoholics;
3. a Veteran's Administration Hospital or Federal Government Hospital unless the Covered Person incurs an expense.
Inpatient
A Covered Person who is confined for at least one full day's Hospital room and board. The requirement that a person be
charged for room and board does not apply to confinement in a Veteran's Administration Hospital or Federal Government
Hospital and in such case,the term"Inpatient"shall mean a Covered Person who is required to be confined for a period of
at least a full day as determined by the Hospital.
Nurse
A licensed graduate Registered Nurse(R.N.),a licensed practical Nurse(L.P.N.)or a licensed vocational Nurse(L.V.N.)
and who is not:
1. employed or retained by the Policyholder;
2. living in the Covered Person's household; or
3. a parent,sibling, spouse or child of the Covered Person.
Outpatient
A Covered Person who receives treatment,services and supplies while not an Inpatient in a Hospital.
Physician
A licensed health care provider practicing within the scope of his license and rendering care and treatment to a Covered
Person that is appropriate for the condition and locality and who is not:
1. employed or retained by the Policyholder;
2. living in the Covered Person's household;
3. a parent,sibling,spouse or child of the Covered Person.
Prior Plan
The plan of insurance providing similar benefits, sponsored by the Employer in effect immediately prior to this Policy's
Effective Date.
Sickness
A physical or mental illness.
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Totally Disabled or Total Disability
Totally Disabled or Total Disability means either:
1. inability of the Covered Person who is currently employed to do any type of work for which lie is or may become
qualified by reason of education,training or experience;or
2. inability of the Covered Person who is not currently employed to perform all of the activities of daily living including
eating,transferring,dressing,toileting, bathing,and continence,without human supervision or assistance.
We,Us,Our
Life Insurance Company of North America.
You,Your
The person to whom the certificate is issued.
GA-00-1200.48
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ELIGIBILITY AND EFFECTIVE DATE PROVISIONS
Policy Effective Date
The Insurance Company agrees to provide Accident Insurance Benefits described in this Policy in consideration of the
Policyholder's application and payment of the initial premium when due. Insurance coverage begins on the Policy
Effective Date shown on this Policy's first page.
Eligibility
An Employee becomes eligible for insurance under this Policy on the datehe meets all of the requirements of one of the
Covered Classes and completes any Eligibility Waiting Period, as shown in the Schedule of Benefits.
Effective Date for Individuals
Insurance becomes effective for an eligible Employee,subject to the Deferred Effective Dale provision below,on the latest
of the following dates:
1.the effective date of this Policy;
2.the date the Employee becomes eligible.
DEFERRED EFFECTIVE DATE
Active Service
The effective date of insurance will be deferred for any Employee who is not in Active Service on the date coverage would
otherwise become effective. Coverage will become effective on the later of the date he returns to Active Service and the
date coverage would otherwise have become effective.
Effective Date of Changes
Any increase or decrease in the amount of insurance for the Covered Person resulting from:
1. a change in benefits provided by this Policy; or
2. a change in the Employee's Covered Class will take effect on the date of such change.
Increases will take effect subject to any Active Service requirement.
TERMINATION OF INSURANCE
The insurance on a Covered Person will end on the earliest date below:
1. the date this Policy or insurance for a Covered Class is terminated;
2. the next premium due date after the date the Covered Person is no longer in a Covered Class or satisfies eligibility
requirements under this Policy;
3. the last day of the last period for which premium is paid;
4. the next premium due date after the Covered Person attains the maximum Age for insurance under this Policy.
Termination will not affect a claim for a Covered Loss or Covered injury that is the result,directly and independently of all
other causes,of a Covered Accident that occurs while coverage was in effect.
CONTINUATION OF INSURANCE
Continuation for Layoff,Leave of Absence or Family Medical Leave
Insurance for an Employee and Covered Dependents may be continued until the earliest of the following dates if: (a)an
Employee is on a temporary layoff,an Employer-approved leave of absence or an Employer-approved family medical
leave;and(b)required premium contributions are paid when due.
1. for a layoff: the end of the month in which the layoff begins.
2. for an Employer-approved leave of absence: 12 month(s).
3. for an Employer-approved family medical leave: up to the later of the period of the approved FMLA leave or the leave
period required by law in the state in which the Employee is employed.
GA-00-1300.00
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COMMON EXCLUSIONS
In addition to any benefit-specific exclusions, benefits will not be paid for any Covered Injury or Covered Loss which,
directly or indirectly, in whole or in part,is caused by or results from any of the following unless coverage is specifically
provided for by name in the Description of 6eneJus Section:
1. intentionally self-inflicted injury, suicide or any attempt thereat while sane or insane;
2. commission or attempt to commit a felony or an assault;
3. commission of or active participation in a riot or insurrection;
4. bungeejumping;parachuting;skydiving; parasailing;hang-gliding;
5. declared or undeclared war or act of war:
6. flight in,boarding or alighting from an Aircraft or any craft designed to fly above the Earth's surface:
a. except as a passenger on a regularly scheduled commercial airline;
b. being flown by the Covered Person or in which the Covered Person is a member of the crew;
c. being used for:
i. crop dusting,spraying or seeding,giving and receiving flying instruction,fire fighting, sky writing,sky diving
or hang-gliding,pipeline or power line inspection, aerial photography or exploration,racing, endurance tests,
stunt or acrobatic flying;or
ii. any operation that requires a special permit from the FAA, even if it is granted (this does not apply if the
permit is required only because of the territory flown over or landed on);
d. designed for flight above or beyond the earth's atmosphere;
e. an ultra-light or glider;
f. being used for the purpose of parachuting or skydiving;
g. being used by any military authority,except an Aircraft used by the Air Mobility Command or its foreign
equivalent;
7. Sickness,disease,bodily or mental infirmity, bacterial or viral infection or medical or surgical treatment thereof,
except for any bacterial infection resulting from an accidental cut or wound or accidental ingestion of contaminated
food;
8. travel in any Aircraft owned, leased or controlled by the Policyholder,or any of its subsidiaries or affiliates. An
Aircraft will be deemed to be 'controlled'by the Policyholder if the Aircraft may be used as the Policyholder wishes for
more than 10 straight days,or more than 15 days in any year;
9. a Covered Accident that occurs while engaged in the activities of active duty service in the military,navy or air force
of any country or international organization. Covered Accidents that occur while engaged in Reserve or National
Guard training are not excluded until training extends beyond 3 t days.
10. operating any type of vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or any drug, narcotic or other intoxicant including
any prescribed drug for which the Covered Person has been provided a written warning against operating a vehicle
while taking it. Under the influence of alcohol, for purposes of this exclusion,means intoxicated,as defined by the law
of the state in which the Covered Accident occurred;
11. voluntary ingestion of any narcotic,drug, poison,gas or fumes, unless prescribed or taken under the direction of a
Physician and taken in accordance with the prescribed dosage;
12. in addition,benefits will not be paid for services or treatment rendered by a Physician,Nurse or any other person who
is:
a. employed or retained by the Policyholder;
b. providing homeopathic,aroma-therapeutic or herbal therapeutic services;
c. living in the Covered Person's household;
d. a parent,sibling, spouse or child of the Covered Person.
GA-00-1403.00
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CONVERSION PRIVILEGE
1. If the Covered Person's insurance or any portion of it ends for any of the following reasons:
a. employment or membership ends;
b.eligibility ends(except for age for the Employee or Covered Spouse);
the Covered Person may have Us issue converted accident insurance on an individual policy or an individual certificate
under a designated group policy. The Covered Person may apply for an amount of coverage that is:
a. in$1,000 increments;
b.not less than$25,000,regardless ofthe amount of insurance under the group policy; and
c.not more than the amount of insurance he had under the group policy,except as provided above,up to a maximum
amount of$250,000.
The Covered Person must be under age 70 to get a converted policy.
If the Covered Person's insurance or any portion of it ends for non-payment of premium, he may not convert. If the
Covered Person's insurance ends for a reason described in 2. below,conversion is subject to that section.
The converted policy or certificate will cover accidental death and dismemberment. The policy or certificate will not
contain disability or other additional benefits. The Covered Person need not show Us that he is insurable.
If the Covered Person has converted his group coverage and later becomes insured under the same group plan as
before,he may not convert a second time unless he provides,at his own expense,proof of insurability or proof the
prior converted policy is no longer in force.
The Covered Person must apply for the individual policy within 31 days after his coverage under this Group Policy
ends and pay the required premium,based on Our table of rates for such policies, his Age and class of risk. If the
Covered Person has assigned ownership of his group coverage,the owner/assignee must apply for the individual
policy.
If the Covered Person suffers a Covered Loss or dies during this 31-day period as the result of an accident that would
have been covered under this Group Policy,We will pay as a claim under this Group Policy the amount of insurance
that the Covered Person was entitled to convert. It does not matter whether the Covered Person applied for the
individual policy or certificate. If such policy or certificate is issued, it will be in exchange for any other benefits under
this Group Policy.
The individual policy or certificate will take effect on the day following the date coverage under the Group Policy
ended;or,if later,the date application is made.
Exclusions
The converted policy may exclude the hazards or conditions that apply to the Covered Person's group coverage at the
time it ends. We will reduce payment under the converted policy by the amount of any benefits paid under the group
policy if both cover the same loss.
2. If the Covered Person's insurance ends because this Group Policy is terminated or is amended to terminate insurance for
the Covered Person's class, and he has been covered under this Group Policy or, any group accident insurance issued
to the Employer which the Group Policy replaced, for at least five years,the Covered Person may have Us issue an
individual policy or certificate of accident insurance subject to the same terms, conditions and limitations listed above.
However,the amount he may apply for will be limited to the lesser of the following:
a. coverage under this Group Policy less any amount of group accident insurance for which he is eligible on the date
this Group Policy is terminated or for which he became eligible within 31 days of such termination,or
b. $10,000.
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Extension of Conversion Period
If the Covered Person is eligible to convert and is not notified of this right at least 15 days prior to the end of the 31 day
conversion period,the conversion period will be extended. The Covered Person will have 15 days from the date notice is
given to apply for a converted policy or certificate. In no event will the conversion period be extended beyond 90 days.
Notice,for the purpose of this section, means written notice presented to the Covered Person by the Policyholder or mailed
to the Covered Pei son's last known address as reported by the Policyholder.
If the Covered Person sustains a Covered Loss or dies during the extended conversion period, but more than 31 days after
his coverage under the Group Policy terminates,benefits will not be paid under the Group Policy. If the Covered Person's
application for a converted policy or certificate is received by Us and the required premium is paid,benefits may be payable
under the converted policy or certificate.
GA-01-1505.00
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CLAIM PROVISIONS
Notice of Claim
Written or authorized electronic/telephonic notice of claim must be given to Us within 31 days after a Covered Loss occurs
or begins or as soon as reasonably possible. If written or authorized electronic/telephonic notice is not given in that time,
the claim will not be invalidated or reduced if it is shown that written or authorized electronic/telephonic notice was given
as soon as was reasonably possible.Notice can be given to Us at Our Home Office in Philadelphia,Pennsylvania, such
other place as We may designate for the purpose,or to Our authorized agent. Notice should include the Policyholder's
name and policy number and the Covered Person's name,address,policy and certificate number.
Claim Forms
We will send claim forms for filing proof of loss when We receive notice of a claim. If such forms are not sent within 15
days after We receive notice,the proof requirements will be met by submitting,within the time fixed in this Policy for
filing proof of loss,written or authorized electronic proof of the nature and extent of the loss for which the claim is made.
Claimant Cooperation Provision
Failure of a claimant to cooperate with Us in the administration of the claim may result in termination of the claim. Such
cooperation includes,but is not limited to,providing any information or documents needed to determine whether benefits
are payable or the actual benefit amount due.
Proof of Loss
Written or authorized electronic proof of loss satisfactory to Us must be given to Us at Our office, within 90 days of the
loss for which claim is made. if(a)benefits are payable as periodic payments and(b)each payment is contingent upon
continuing loss,then proof of loss must be submitted within 90 days after the termination of each period for which We are
liable. If written or authorized electronic notice is not given within that time,no claim will be invalidated or reduced if it is
shown that such notice was given as soon as reasonably possible. In any case,written or authorized electronic proof must
be given not more than one year after the time it is otherwise required,except if proof is not given solely due to the lack of
legal capacity.
Time of Payment of Claims
We will pay benefits due under this Policy for any loss other than a loss for which this Policy provides any periodic
payment immediately upon receipt of due written or authorized electronic proof of such loss. Subject to due written or
authorized electronic proof of loss, all accrued benefits for loss for which this Policy provides periodic payment will be
paid monthly unless otherwise specified in the benefits descriptions and any balance remaining unpaid at the termination of
liability will be paid immediately upon receipt of proof satisfactory to Us.
Payment of Claims
All benefits will be paid in United States currency. Benefits for loss of life will be payable in accordance with the
Beneficiary provision and these Claim Provisions. All other proceeds payable Linder this Policy,unless otherwise stated,
will be payable to the covered Employee or to his estate.
If We are to pay benefits to the estate or to a person who is incapable of giving a valid release,We may pay$1,000 to a
relative by blood or marriage whom We believe is equitably entitled. Any payment made by Us in good faith pursuant to
this provision will fully discharge Us to the extent of such payment and release Us from all liability.
Payment of Claims to Foreign Employees
The Policyholder may, in a fiduciary capacity,receive and hold any benefits payable to covered Employees whose place of
employment is other than the United States of America.
We will not be responsible for the application or disposition by the Policyholder of any such benefits paid. Our payments
to the Policyholder will constitute a full discharge of Our liability for those payments under this Policy.
Physical Examination and Autopsy
We, at Our own expense,have the right and opportunity to examine the Covered Person when and as often as We may
reasonably require while a claim is pending and to make an autopsy in case of death where it is not forbidden by law.
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Legal Actions
No action at law or in equity may be brought to recover under this Policy less than 60 days after written or authorized
electronic proof of loss has been furnished as required by this Policy. No such action will be brought more than three years
after the time such written proof of loss must be furnished.
Beneficiary
The beneficiary is the person or persons the Employee names or changes on a form executed by him and satisfactory to Us.
This form may be in writing or by any electronic means agreed upon between Us and the Policyholder. Consent of the
beneficiary is not required to affect any changes,unless the beneficiary has been designated as an.irrevocable beneficiary,
or to make any assignment of rights or benefits permitted by this Policy.
A beneficiary designation or change will become effective on the date the Employee executes it. However, We will not be
liable for any action taken or payment made before We record notice of the change at our Home Office.
If more than one person is named as beneficiary,the interests of each will be equal unless the Employee has specified
otherwise. The share of any beneficiary who does not survive the Covered Person will pass equally to any surviving
beneficiaries unless otherwise specified.
If there is no named beneficiary or surviving beneficiary,or if the Employee dies while benefits are payable to him, We
may make direct payment to the first surviving class of the following classes of persons:
1. spouse;
2. child or children;
3. mother or father;
4. sisters or brothers;
5. estate of the Covered Person.
Recovery of Overpayment
If benefits are overpaid, We have the right to recover the amount overpaid by either of the following methods.
I. A request for lump sum payment of the overpaid amount.
2. A reduction of any amounts payable under this Policy.
If there is an overpayment due when the Covered Person dies, Us may recover the overpayment from the Covered Person's
estate.
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ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS
Premiums
All premium rates are expressed in,and all premiums are payable in,United States currency. The premiums for this Policy
will be based on the rates set forth in the Schedule of Benefits,the plan and amounts of insurance in effect. If a Covered
Person's insurance amounts are reduced due to age,premium will be based on the amounts of insurance in force on the day
after the reduction took place.
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GENERAL PROVISIONS
Misstatement of Fact
If the Covered Person has misstated any fact,all amounts payable Linder this Policy will be such as the premium paid would
have purchased had such fact been correctly stated.
30 Day Right To Examine Certificate
If a Covered Person does not like the Certificate for any reason,it may be returned to Us within 30 days after receipt. We
will return any premium that has been paid and the Certificate will be void as if it had never been issued.
Multiple Certificates
The Covered Person may have in force only one certificate at a time under this Policy. if at any time the Covered Person
has been issued more than one certificate,then only the largest shall be in effect. We will refund premiums paid for the
others for any period of time that more than one certificate was issued.
Assignment
We will be bound by an assignment of a Covered Person's insurance under this Policy only when the original assignment or
a certified copy of the assignment, signed by the Covered Person and any irrevocable beneficiary,is filed with Us. The
assignee may exercise all rights and receive all benefits assigned only while the assignment remains in effect and insurance
under this Policy and the Covered Person's certificate remains in force.
Reinstatement
This Policy may be reinstated if it lapsed for nonpayment of premium. Requirements for reinstatement are written
application of the Policyholder satisfactory to Us and payment of all overdue premiums. Any premium accepted in
connection with a reinstatement will be applied to a period for which premium was not previously paid.
Clerical Error
Insurance for You will not be affected by error or delay in keeping records of insurance under this Policy. if such error or
delay is found,We will adjust the premium fairly.
Policy Changes
We may agree with the Policyholder to modify a plan of benefits without the Covered Person's consent.
Workers' Compensation Insurance
This Policy is not in place of and does not affect any requirements for coverage under any Workers' Compensation law.
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DESCRIPTION OF COVERAGES AND BENEFITS
This Description of Coverages and Benefits Section describes the Accident Coverages and Benefits provided to You.
Benefit amounts, benefit periods and any applicable aggregate and benefit maximums are shown in the Schedule of
Benefits. Certain words capitalized in the text of these descriptions have special meanings within this Certificate and
are defined in the General Definitions section. Please read these and the Common Exclusions sections in order to
understand all of the terms,conditions and limitations applicable to these coverages and benefits.
ACCIDENTAL DEATH AND DISMEMBERMENT BENEFITS
Covered Loss We will pay the benefit for any one of the Covered Losses listed in the Schedule of Benefits, if the
Covered Person suffers a Covered Loss resulting directly and independently of all other causes from a
Covered Accident within the applicable time period specified in the Schedule ofBenefits.
If the Covered Person sustains more than one Covered Loss as a result of the same Covered Accident,
benefits will be paid for the Covered Loss for which the largest available benefit is payable. If the loss
results in death,benefits will only be paid under the Loss of Life benefit provision. Any Loss of Life
benefit will be reduced by any paid or payable Accidental Dismemberment benefit. However, if such
Accidental Dismemberment benefit equals or exceeds the Loss of Life benefit,no additional benefit will
be paid.
Definitions Loss of a Hand or Foot means complete Severance through or above the wrist or ankle joint.
Loss of Sight means the total, permanent loss of all vision in one eye which is irrecoverable by natural,
surgical or artificial means.
Loss of Speech means total and permanent loss of audible communication which is irrecoverable by
natural, surgical or artificial means.
Loss of Hearing means total and permanent loss of ability to hear any sound in both ears which is
irrecoverable by natural, surgical or artificial means.
Loss of a Thumb and Index Finger of the Same Hand or Four Fingers of the Same Hand means
complete Severance through or above the metacarpophalangeal joints of the same hand(the joints
between the fingers and the hand).
Loss of Toes means complete Severance through the metatarsalphalangeal joint.
Paralysis or Paralyzed means total loss of use of a limb. A Physician must determine the loss of use to
be complete and irreversible.
Quadriplegia means total Paralysis of both upper and both lower limbs.
Hemiplegia means total Paralysis of the upper and lower limbs on one side of the body.
Paraplegia means total Paralysis of both lower limbs or both upper limbs.
Uniplegia means total Paralysis of one upper or one lower limb.
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Coma means a profound state of unconsciousness which resulted directly and independently from all
other causes from a Covered Accident,and from which the Covered Person is not likely to be aroused
through powerful stimulation. This condition must be diagnosed and treated regularly by a Physician.
Coma does not mean any state of unconsciousness intentionally induced during the course of treatment of
a Covered Injury unless the state of unconsciousness results from the administration of anesthesia in
preparation for surgical treatment of that Covered Accident.
Severance means the complete and permanent separation and dismemberment of the part from the body,
Exclusions The exclusions that apply to this benefit are in the Common Fxelusions section.
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ADDITIONAL ACCIDENTAL DEATH AND DISMEMBERMENT COVERAGES
Accidental Death and Dismemberment benefits are provided under the following coverages. Any benefits payable under
them are shown in the Schedule o'.Covered Losses and will not be paid in addition to any other Accidental Death and
Dismemberment benefits payable.
EXPOSURE AND DISAPPEARANCE COVERAGE
Benefits for Accidental Death and Dismemberment,as shown in the Schedule of Covered Losses, will be payable if a
Covered Person suffers a Covered Loss which results directly and independently of all other causes from unavoidable
exposure to the elements following a Covered Accident.
If the Covered Person disappears and is not found within one year from the date of the wrecking, sinking or disappearance
of the conveyance in which the Covered Person was riding in the course of a trip which would otherwise be covered under
this Policy,it will be presumed that the Covered Person's death resulted directly and independently of all other causes from
a Covered Accident.
Exclusions The exclusions that apply to this coverage are in the Common L.velusions Section.
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ADDITIONAL ACCIDENT BENEFITS
Accidental Death and Dismemberment benefits are provided under the following Additional Benefits. Any benefits
payable under them will be paid in addition to any other Accidental Death and Dismemberment benefit payable.
CHILD CARE CENTER BENEFIT
We will pay benefits shown in the Schedule of Benefits for the care of each surviving Dependent Child in a Child Care
Center if death of the covered Employee results directly and independently of all other causes from a Covered Accident and
all of the following conditions are met:
I. one or more surviving Dependent Children is under Age 13 and:
a. was enrolled in a Child Care Center on the date of the Covered Accident; or
b. enrolls in a Child Care Center within 90 days front the date of the Covered Accident.
This benefit will be payable to the Surviving Spouse if the Spouse has custody of the child. If the Surviving Spouse does
not have custody of the child, benefits will be paid to the child's legally appointed guardian. Payments will be made at the
end of each 12 month period that begins after the date of the covered Employee's death. A claim must be submitted to Us
at the end of each 12 month period. A 12 month period begins:
1. when the Dependent Child enters a Child Care Center for the first time,within the period specified in(lb)above,
after the covered Employee's death;or
2. on the first of the month following the covered Employee's death, if the Dependent Child was enrolled in a Child
Care Center before the covered Employee's death.
Each succeeding 12 month period begins on the day immediately following the last day of the preceding period. Pro rata
payments will be made for periods of enrollment in a Child Care Center of less than 12 months.
Definitions For purposes of this benefit:
Child Care Center is a facility which:
1. is licensed and run according to laws and regulations applicable to child care facilities; and
2, provides care and supervision for children in a group setting on a regular, daily basis.
A Child Care Center does not include any of the following:
1. a Hospital;
2. the child's home;
3. care provided during normal school hours while a child is attending grades one through twelve.
Dependent Child(ren) An Employee's unmarried child who meets the following requirements:
1. A child from live birth to 26 years old;
2. A child who is 26 or more years old, primarily supported by the Employee and incapable of self-
sustaining employment by reason of mental or physical handicap.
A child, for purposes of this provision, includes an Employee's:
I. natural child;
2. adopted child, beginning with any waiting period pending finalization of the child's adoption;
3. stepchild who resides with the Employee;
4. child for whom the Employee is legal guardian,as long as the child resides with the Employee
and depends on the Employee for financial support. Financial support means that the Employee
is eligible to claim the dependent for purposes of Federal and State income tax returns.
Surviving Spouse will include the Spouse.
Spouse will include the Employee's lawful spouse.
Exclusions The exclusions that apply to this benefit are in the Common F:xclusionc Section.
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COMMON CARRIER BENEFIT
We will pay the benefit shown in the Schedule of Benefits if the Covered Person suffers a Covered Loss that results directly
and independently of all other causes from a Covered Accident that occurs while riding as a fare-paying passenger in,or
being struck by, a Common Carrier. Riding includes getting into and out of the Common Carrier.
Definition For purposes of this benefit Common Carrier means:
1. a public conveyance,including Aircraft,licensed for hire to carry fare-paying passengers; or
2. a transport Aircraft operated by the Air Mobility Command or a similar air transport service of
another country.
Exclusions The exclusions that apply to this benefit are in the Common Fxclusions Section.
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SEATBELT AND AIRBAC BENEFIT
We will pay the benefit shown in the Schedule gfBenefits, subject to the conditions and exclusions described below, when
the Covered Person dies directly and independently of all other causes from a Covered Accident while wearing a seatbelt
and operating or riding as a passenger in an Automobile. An additional benefit is provided if the Covered Person was also
positioned in a seat protected by a properly-functioning and properly deployed Supplemental Restraint System(Airbag).
Verification of proper use of the seatbelt at the time of the Covered Accident and that the Supplemental Restraint System
properly inflated upon impact must be a part of an official police report of the Covered Accident or be certified, in writing,
by the investigating officer(s)and submitted with the Covered Person's claim to Us.
If such certification or police report is not available or it is unclear whether the Covered Person was wearing a seatbelt or
positioned in a seat protected by a properly functioning and properly deployed Supplemental Restraint System,We will pay
a default benefit shown in the Schedule of Benefits to the Covered Person's beneficiary.
Definitions For purposes of this benefit:
Supplemental Restraint System means an airbag that inflates upon impact for added protection to the
head and chest areas.
Automobile means a self-propelled,private passenger motor vehicle with four or more wheels which is a
type both designed and required to be licensed for use on the highway of any state,province or country.
Automobile includes, but is not limited to, a sedan, station wagon, sport utility vehicle,or a motor vehicle
of the pickup,van,camper,or motor-home type. Automobile does not include a mobile home or any
motor vehicle which is used in mass or public transit,
Exclusions The exclusions that apply to this benefit are in the Common Exclusions Section.
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SPECIAL EDUCATION BENEFIT
We will pay the benefit, up to the Maximum Benefit shown in the Schedule ofBenefrls, for each qualifying Dependent
Child. The Covered Person's death must result,directly and independently of all other causes from a Covered Accident for
which an Accidental Death Benefit is payable under this Policy. This benefit is subject to the conditions and exclusions
described below.
A qualifying Dependent Child must:
1. a. be enrolled as a full-time student in an accredited school of higher learning beyond the 12'"grade level on the date
of the covered Employee's Covered Accident; or
b. be at the 12"grade level on the date of the covered Employee's Covered Accident and then enroll as a full-time
student at an accredited school of higher learning within 365 days from the date of the Covered Accident and
continue his education as a full-time student.
2. continue his education as a full-time student in such accredited school of higher learning;and
3, incur expenses for tuition, fees,books, room and board,transportation and any other costs payable directly to,or
approved and certified by,such school.
Payments will be made to each qualifying Dependent Child or to the child's legal guardian, if the child is a minor at the end
of each year for the number of years shown in the Schedule ofBenefils. We must receive proof satisfactory to Us of the
Dependent Child's enrollment and attendance within 31 days of the end of each year. The first year for which a Special
Education Benefit is payable will begin on the first of the month following the date the covered Employee died,if the
surviving Dependent Child was enrolled on that date in an accredited school of higher learning beyond the 12th grade;
otherwise on the date he enrolls in such school. Each succeeding year for which benefits are payable will begin on the date
following the end of the preceding year.
If no Dependent Child qualifies for Special Education Benefits within 365 days of the covered Employee's death,We will
pay the default benefit shown in the Schedule of Benefits to the covered Employee's beneficiary.
Definitions For the purposes of this benefit:
Dependent Child(ren) An covered Employee's unmarried child who meets the following
requirements:
1. A child from live birth to 26 years old;
2. A child who is 26 or more years old, primarily supported by the Employee and incapable of self-
sustaining employment by reason of mental or physical handicap.
A child, for purposes of this provision, includes an Employee's:
1. natural child;
2. adopted child,beginning with any waiting period pending finalization of the child's adoption;
3. stepchild who resides with the Employee;
4. child for whom the Employee is legal guardian,as long as the child resides with the Employee
and depends on the Employee for financial support. Financial support means that the Employee
is eligible to claim the dependent for purposes of Federal and State income tax returns.
Exclusions The exclusions that apply to this benefit are in the Common Exclusions Section.
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SPOUSE RETRAINING BENEFIT
We will pay expenses incurred,as described below, up to the Maximum Benefit shown in the Schedule of Benefits, to
enable the covered Employee's Spouse to obtain occupational or educational training needed for employment if the covered
Employee dies directly and independently of all other causes from a Covered Accident. This benefit is subject to the
conditions and exclusions described below.
This benefit will be payable the covered Employee dies within one year of a Covered Accident and is survived by his
Spouse who:
1. enrolls, within three years after the covered Employee's death in any accredited school for the purpose of retraining or
refreshing skills needed for employment and
2. incurs expenses payable directly to,or approved and certified by,such school.
Definitions For the purposes of this benefit:
Spouse will include the Employee's lawful spouse.
Exclusions The exclusions that apply to this benefit are in the Common Exclusions Section.
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AMENDATORY RIDER
DOMESTIC PARTNER/CIVIL UNION PARTNER COVERAGE
Policy No.: OK 969625 Effective Date: January I,20I8
This rider amends the Policy and Certificate to which it is attached. it is effective on the Effective Date shown above,and
expires when the Policy expires.
Domestic Partner/Civil Union Partner means the following:
I. A person with whom the Employee has a registered civil union or domestic partnership under state law which imposes
legal obligations on the parties substantially similar to marriage. Such person will continue to be recognized as a
Domestic Partner or Civil Union Partner unless and until: (1)the civil union or domestic partnership is dissolved under
applicable law;or(2)either the Employee or the Domestic Partner/Civil Union Partner marries another person.
All references in the policy to "Spouse"shall be changed to read"Spouse,Domestic Partner,and Civil Union Partner"
except as follows:
1. The definition of"Spouse"remains unchanged.
2. A Domestic Partner/Civil Union Partner shall be deemed eligible to be enrolled for insurance or eligible for Additional
Benefits on the latest of:
a. the date of registration under item 1 of the definition of Domestic Partner/Civil Union Partner;
b. the date that the Employee is eligible for insurance under the Policy;or;
c. the effective date of this Amendment to the Policy.
3. A child of a Domestic Partner/Civil Union Partner may only be eligible to be insured or eligible for Additional Benefits
if:
a. the child is primarily dependent on the Employee for financial support;
b. the Employee has a legal obligation of support of the child; or
c. the Employee is the child's legal guardian.
Any provision of the Policy that otherwise excludes any person who is not legally able to marry the Employee is changed
by the following:
In the case of any person of the same sex as the Employee,the exclusion of persons legally able to marry will not apply for
the first 12 months that the Employee's state of residence allows same-sex couples to marry.
Except for the above this rider does not change the Policy or Certificate to which it is attached.
LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY"OF NORTH AMERICA
Matthew G.Manders, President
TL-007153
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LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY OF NORTH AMERICA
AMENDATORY RIDER
TRAVEL ASSISTANCE SERVICES
Policyholder: City of Kent
Policy No.: OK 969625 Effective Date: January 1,2018
This rider amends the Policy and Certificate to which it is attached. It is effective on the Effective Date shown above,and
expires when the Policy expires.
Travel Assistance Services
We will pay the cost of the Covered Services described below, subject to all applicable conditions and exclusions,resulting,
directly and independently of all other causes, from a Covered Medical Emergency. The Covered Medical Emergency
must occur and Covered Services must be incurred during the course of travel or other activities covered by the Policy,and
while the Covered Person is either more than 100 miles from his permanent residence or outside of his country of
permanent residence.
To obtain services,the Covered Person must contact Us or our authorized service provider at the phone number provided
by the Policyholder. All services must be provided by our authorized service provider unless authorized by Us.
Covered Services
Covered Services includes the reasonable costs for medically necessary services provided by Us or by our authorized
service provider, and which are provided by our authorized service provider unless authorized by Us, for any of the
following.
Emergency Medical Evacuation
Medically necessary expenses for Transportation of the Covered Person to the nearest adequate medical facility, if adequate
medical care is not available at the Covered Person's location.
Cost of any medically necessary services or equipment that the Covered Person receives during transportation covered
under this provision.
Cost of transporting qualified and licensed medical professional(s)or an Immediate Family Member or a Travel
Companion if medically required to escort the Covered Person during transportation covered under this provision.
Transportation will be provided by medically equipped specialty aircraft, commercial airline,train or ambulance depending
upon the medical needs and available transportation specific to each case.
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Return Transportation
Any increase in the cost of the Covered Person's return transportation to his or her home or work location following
emergency medical evacuation covered under this benefit,above the cost of the Covered Person's original scheduled return
transportation.
Any increased cost of the transportation for an Immediate Family Member or Travel Companion of the Covered Person to
return to his or her primary residence,if he or she accompanied the Covered Person on the trip where the emergency
occurred,and was as a result not able to return to his or her primary residence when originally scheduled.
Unless it is medically necessary for another means of transportation to be provided,such return transportation costs will be
covered for the same class of travel as the Covered Person's original transportation.
In the case of an immediate Family Members who is a child under age 18,who is left without a parent,guardian or other
adult to accompany the child, We will cover the reasonable cost of an escort to accompany the child to the nearest airport.
If under the applicable rules of the airline,the child is too young to travel unaccompanied by an adult,We will pay the
round trip economy airfare for an adult family member from the child's place of residence to the airport nearest the child.
Immediate Family Member Visit
Expenses for an Immediate Family Member or Friend of the Covered Person to visit the Covered Person during
hospitalization away from the Covered Person's primary residence, if the Covered Person is hospitalized or expected to
remain hospitalized for 7 or more consecutive days following emergency medical evacuation covered under this benefit.
Such expenses shall be limited to one person only,and shall include round-trip economy airfare, and an allowance of
$150.00 per day for up to 7 days for meals and lodging.
If a Dependent Child is evacuated, We will pay the expenses of an adult Immediate Family Member who accompanied the
Dependent Child on the trip where the emergency occurred,to accompany the Dependent Child during the evacuation and
during the Dependent Child's return to his or her place of residence. if the Dependent Child was not accompanied by an
adult Immediate Family Member on the trip where the emergency occurred,We will pay expenses described in the
preceding paragraph,without regard to the expected duration on the hospitalization.
Repatriation of Remains
If the Covered Person dies as a result of a Covered Medical Emergency,or during a Medical Evacuation covered by this
Policy, the following expenses will be covered:
1. Embalming;
2. Cremation in the locality where death occurred and urn for return ashes;
3. A container appropriate for transportation of remains;
4. Autopsy if required by law;
5. Expenses of securing documentation necessary for return of remains;
6. Transportation of the body or remains to the Covered Person's place of permanent residence.
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Definitions
"Covered Medical Emergency"means an injury, illness or disease diagnosed by a Physician which causes severe or acute
symptoms that, if not provided with immediate care or treatment,would reasonably be expected to result in serious
deterioration of the Covered Person's health or place his life in jeopardy; and which first manifests itself suddenly and
unexpectedly during the travel or other hazards covered by the Policy.
"Immediate Family Member"means a spouse,parent,child, step-parent,step-child,brother or sister,step-brother or step-
sister,grandparent,or Domestic Partner.
"Travel Companion"means an individual,other than an Immediate Family Member,who accompanied the Covered Person
on the trip where the emergency occurred.
"Friend"means a person chosen by the Covered Person,other than an Immediate Family Member who is able to visit the
Covered Person.
Limitations
Covered Expenses are secondary to,and in excess of,any expenses for medical or transportation services paid or payable
under any workers' compensation law.
No payment will be made for services without authorization of those services by Us or the express written approval of Our
approved vendor.
If coverage for these services is provided under more than one policy issued by the Insurance Company,we will only
provide or pay for these services under one such policy.
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Exclusions
The exclusions listed in the Policy's Common Exclusions section will not apply to Medical Evacuation and Repatriation
Expenses,except for exclusions relating to war or acts of war,suicide or intentionally self-inflicted injury. In addition,the
following exclusions apply specifically to this coverage:
I. Non-Emergency,routine or minor medical problems,tests and exams where there is no clear or significant risk of
death or imminent serious Injury or harm to the Covered Person;
2. a condition which would allow for treatment at a future date convenient to the Covered Person and which does not
require Emergency evacuation or repatriation;
3. expenses incurred if a purpose of the Covered Person's trip is to obtain medical treatment;
4. services provided for which no charge is normally made,in the absence of insurance;
5. transportation for the Covered Person's vehicle and/or other personal belongings;
6. Initial transport by ambulance following a Covered Medical Emergency occurring in the United States;
7. services incurred while serving in the armed forces of any country;
8. services required or obtained in any location which,due to war, insurrection, natural disaster or other reasons, is not
reasonably accessible to our designated service provider, unless approved in advance by us;
9. claim payments that are illegal under applicable law;
10. expenses which are paid or payable under any workers' compensation law;
11. Medical care or services scheduled for Your or Your doctor's convenience which are not considered an emergency.
Except for the above this rider does not change the Policy or Certificate to which it is attached.
LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY OF NORTH AMERICA
Matthew G.Manders,President
GA-00-2230c.00
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UNDERWRITTEN BY:
LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY OF NORT❑ AMERICA
a Cigna company
Class 1
03/2018
Cigna.
�.✓� Jig � O T Agenda Item: Consent Calendar - 7H
TO: City Council
DATE: November 21, 2017
SUBJECT: Contract Renewals for Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life, Voluntary Life,
and Long Term Disability Insurance - Authorize
MOTION: Authorize the Mayor to approve renewal of the City's contracts
for medical, vision, and dental benefits with Premera, Vision Service Plan
(VSP), and Delta Dental for three years, and Kaiser Permanente (formerly
Group Health) for one year, and to approve switching from Standard
Insurance to Cigna for a new 3-year contract for Basic Life, Voluntary Life,
and Long Term Disability insurance, subject to approval of final terms and
conditions by the Human Resources Director and the City Attorney.
SUMMARY: The City of Kent contracts with Premera Blue Cross, Delta Dental of
Washington and Vision Service Plan, to be third party administrators to process
medical, dental, and vision claims, and provide access to their networks of doctors,
hospitals, dentists, optometrists and ophthalmologists. The City is self-insured for
these programs and wires funds to cover the weekly claims cost for medical,
prescription, dental, and vision expenses. The City also contracts with Kaiser
Permanente for the City's insured health maintenance organization. After conducting
separate request for proposal processes for each of these services, staff recommends
renewal of these contracts with the current vendors.
After holding a request for proposal process, and discussions with the City's
Healthcare Board, staff recommends a move from our current vendor for long-term
disability services and basic life, AD&D and voluntary life insurance to Cigna.
Although all core contract terms have been resolved with these providers, the City and
the providers are still in the process of winding up final contract language. These
vendors also have their own lengthy internal approval process, so authorization is
sought now to get approval for next year's budget cycle.
EXHIBITS: Memo to the Operations Committee
RECOMMENDED BY: Operations Committee
YEA: Boyce, Ralph, Thomas NAY: N/A
BUDGET IMPACTS: Premera - $1,345,000 for a three year contract; Delta Dental -
$165,330 for a three year contract; Vision Service Plan - $56,100 for a three year
contract; Kaiser Permanente - $420,000 for a one year contract; and Cigna -
$705,000 for a three year contract.
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HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
F4ENT Marty Fisher, Director
Phone: 253-856-5270
Fax: 253-856-6270
Address: 400 West Gowe
Kent, WA 98032-5895
DATE: November 7, 2017
TO: Operations Committee
FROM: Laura Horea, HR Benefits Manager
SUBJECT: Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life, Voluntary Life, and Long Term
Disability Insurance Vendor Contracts
SUMMARY: The Benefits Division of the Human Resources Department conducted
separate Request for Proposal processes for 1) Medical, dental, and vision
insurance, and 2) Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D),
Voluntary Life and Long Term Disability insurance between April and August 2017.
All bids were reviewed by the Human Resources Director, the Benefits Manager,
and discussed with members of the City's Healthcare Board.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance bids were received from Premera, Aetna,
HMA, Regence, Kaiser Permanente (formerly Group Health), Delta Dental, and
Vision Service Plan (VSP). United Healthcare declined participation.
Our current providers, Premera, Delta Dental, and VSP are recommended to renew
for additional three-year contracts and Kaiser Permanente for a one-year renewal,
based on the strength of their plans, overall costs, customer service, discounts, and
overall administration and billing accuracy.
Basic Life and AD&D, Voluntary Life and Long Term Disability insurance bids were
received from our current vendor, Standard Insurance, and also from Cigna and
Mutual of Omaha.
The recommendation is to move from our current vendor, Standard Insurance, to
Cigna for long-term disability services, basic life insurance, AD&D, and employee
and dependent voluntary life insurance for the following reasons:
• Savings of approximately $100k per year in each of the three years of the
proposed new contract; and
• Increase in employee basic life insurance coverage from 1 x salary up to
$50,000 to 1 x salary up to $150,000.
Employees will have the opportunity to purchase additional voluntary life
insurance for themselves and their family members at a significantly lower
rate than is available through Standard.
Staff has received excellent feedback regarding Cigna from current customers
about their billing accuracy, systems, overall administration, and customer service.
Locally the City of Kirkland just moved to Cigna for these services.
All other contract features are identical to our current offering from Standard.
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REQUEST FOR MAYOR'S SIGNATURE
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Routing Information:
(ALL REQUESTS MUST FIRST BE ROUTED THROUGH THE LAW DEPARTMENT)
Approved by Director_
Originator: Laura Horea Phone (Originator): 253.856.5290
Date Sent: 4/16/18 Date Required: 4/19/18
Return Signed Document to: Laura Horea Contract Termination Date: 12/31/2020
VENDOR NAME: Date Finance Notified:
CIGNA (Only required on contracts 09/28/17
$20,000 and over or on any Grant)
DATE OF COUNCIL APPROVAL: 11/21/17 Date Risk Manager Notified:09/28/17
(Required on Non City Standard Contracts/Agreements)
Has this Document been Specificall Account Number:
Authorized in the Budget? YES NO
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Brief Explanation of Document:
CIGNA contract - covers Basic Life, Basic AD&D, Voluntary Life and Long Term Disability
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