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  • Member Benefits November 7, 2008

    Union Plus Can Save Money for the 2008 Holidays

    As a TCU member, you and your family are eligible for special money-saving Union Plus benefits. As this holiday season approaches, stretch your dollars and save on great gift ideas. From flowers to electronics, travel savings and more, you’ll find something perfect for all of your holiday planning for less.  Click here for some suggestions.  

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  • Member Benefits October 31, 2008

    2009 Monthly Premium Rates Determined for Health and Welfare Benefits Under the National Agreements

    Premium rates for 2009 were established at the annual rate renewal meeting October 28, 2008.  In his announcement, President Robert A. Scardelletti reports that he is pleased that due to “innovative changes and actions,” there will be only a modest increase in cost-sharing contributions.  Read more.   Posted October 31, 2008

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  • Member Benefits October 30, 2008

    Open Enrollment Period for UnitedHealthcare’s GA-23111 Changes to November-December 2008

    During the months of November and December 2008, UnitedHealthcare will hold an open enrollment under GA-23111 for railroad employees and/or their dependents. During this open enrollment period, any individual eligible for coverage under one of the GA-23111 plans can enroll and will be accepted for coverage without any medical underwriting or requirement of good health. 

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  • Member Benefits October 28, 2008

    How to File Claims, and More Questions and Answers from Aetna (November 2008)

    Despite an increase in the time limit for filing a claim under the Aetna Supplemental Sickness benefit (Policy R-5000) from 20 days to 60 days, TCU continues to receive reports of claims being denied due to late filing, as well as complaints over the delayed payment of benefits. To assist members who become eligible for

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  • Member Benefits October 10, 2008

    IAM Scholarship Competition 2009

    Started in 1960, the IAM scholarship competition currently includes 63 active awards (including a vocational-technical two-year scholarship available to both children of members and members themselves).  It is highly competitive. Deadline to apply is February 27, 2009. To find out more, including information about eligibility and to download one of the three application packets, click here.

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