Day: January 11, 2011

TWU Insurance Benefits

The TWU has offered it’s members life and disability insurance for over twenty years now and has recently (within the last few years) made some changes with the companies and sponsored policies it offers its’ members. Life insurance was offered through TransAmerica Insurance is now offered through United States Life Insurance Company. Long Term Disability…

Dependent Medical Coverage

On January 6, 2011, American Airlines informed the TWU that over 200 letters will be sent to employees who enrolled dependents in the medical plans during open enrollment but have not substantiated eligibility. The number of dependents who have not been substantiated is slightly larger this year than in the past. The letter states that…

2011 Flexible Spending Account Changes and 2010 Grace Period

There are two changes to Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) beginning January 1, 2011, that TWU Members need to be aware of: The FSA debit card was deactivated on December 31, 2010. Whether you select the manual reimbursement option or the auto reimbursement option (when available), you may file claims via mail, fax or use the…