Disability Retirement Benefits - PSERs

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The Public School Employees’ Retirement System (PSERS) provides this document for educational and informational purposes. Information in this document is general in nature, does not cover all factual circumstances, and is not a complete statement of the law or administrative rules. The statements in this document are not binding. In any conflict between the statements in this document and applicable law or administrative rules, the law and administrative rules will prevail. This document is designed solely to provide an overview of benefi ts available to PSERS members and is not intended to be a substitute for retirement counseling. If you are considering a disability retirement, you are encouraged to contact PSERS to meet with a PSERS Regional Representative. The representative will guide you through the process to ensure timely fi lling of your application.
Table of Contents What is a Disability Benefi t? ................. 1 Eligibility................................................ 2 Monthly Payments ................................ 3 How do I Apply?.................................... 5 Charges for Requesting Medical Information............................................ 6 Eligibility Determination ........................ 7 Date of Retirement Determination ........ 7 Appeals Process................................... 7 What if Appeals Process is Exhausted?........................................... 8 Length of Benefi t .................................. 8 Benefi t Renewal Process ..................... 9 Working While Receiving a Disability Benefi t ............................................. 9-10 Earnings Limitations ...................... 10-12 Health Insurance Choices ............. 13-14 Premium Assistance ........................... 15 Taxes on Benefi t ................................. 15 Retirement Options........................ 16-17 Topics to Discuss with Employer ........ 17 Contacting PSERS ............................. 18 Comparison of Benefi ts ................. 19-20
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