Behavioral Health Benefit to First Responders in South Carolina As of October 1, 2016, the State of South Carolina has provided all Sworn Law Enforcement Officers, all Volunteer and Career Firefighters and Emergency Medical Responders funds to help those suffering from stress related incident based behavioral health issues. The funds are to provide coverage for any out of pocket expenses for those receiving treatment, and to provide training and prevention opportunities to help save, protect, and retain our First Responders in South Carolina. The policy language and claim process is outlined below:
Policies are underwritten by AXIS Insurance Company. See the actual policy language or your Provident Agency representative for specific provisions and details of availability. Coverage is subject to exclusions and limitations, and may not be available in all US states and jurisdictions. Product availability and plan design features, including eligibility requirements, descriptions of benefits, exclusions or limitations may vary depending on local country or US state laws. These policies are administered by Provident Agency, Inc. and in California, Provident of Pennsylvania Insurance Agency of Pittsburg, PA. This insurance provides limited benefits, which are insurance products with reduced benefits, intended to supplement comprehensive health insurance plans. This insurance is not an alternative to comprehensive coverage. It does not provide major medical or comprehensive medical coverage and is not designed to replace major medical insurance. Further, this insurance is not minimum essential benefits as set forth under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. The First Responder Assistance Program is not insurance and is provided through Provident Agency, Inc. by Bensinger, DuPont & Associates, Morneau Shepell. CLAIM PROCESS Critical Incident Assistance Fund Flyer in PDF Critical Incident Assistance Fund FAQ in PDF View video presentations about the new insurance benefits for an overview and interviews with officers. |
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