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I am a GHI subscriber and I need some medical equipment (known as durable medical equipment). Can I file for reimbursement with the UFT Welfare Fund?
First, submit your claim to GHI for reimbursement. If GHI reimburses you minus the $100 deductible, in-service members can then submit a completed Welfare Fund GHI DME deductible reimbursement form , along with the GHI explanation of benefits to the...
Retiree Social Services
Retiree Social Services provides social services nationwide to assist you with issues or concerns you may have during your retirement years. These services extend to you, wherever you and your family members live in the United States.
Supplemental Health Insurance Program (SHIP)
The Supplemental Health Insurance Program (SHIP) is a unique package of benefits developed by the UFT's Retired Teachers Chapter exclusively for its members. It is a supplement to the coverage available from regular health insurance benefits and is...
How does the mail order program work for prescription medications?
Maintenance medications (those taken regularly over an extended period) cannot be filled in monthly quantities after they have been filled three (3) times (original prescription plus two (2) refills), regardless of the number of refills indicated on...
Why isn’t my diabetes drug covered?
It is covered, but not by the Welfare Fund. By state law, health plans cover diabetes drugs and ancillary devices. Please call your health plan for details.
How can I get reimbursed for medication I bought when I was on vacation?
You may submit a Prescription Drug Reimbursement Form (also available by calling our Forms Hotline at 212-539-0539) with a copy of the paid pharmacy receipt, indicating the patient name, drug name, dosage and quantity.