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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Here is a list of summary answers to frequently asked questions and topic areas that are of interest to members.

To the extent where answers to the FAQs are inconsistent with the King County LEOFF-1 Board rules or any statute or legal authority, the inconsistency will be resolved in favor of the board rules and/or legal authority.

For questions on specific plan details, consult your LEOFF-1 employer or board representative.

1 Who pays for the claims?
2 What is the deadline for submitting a claim?
3 What is the time limit for submitting a claim to the board?
4 How long does it take the board to make a determination on my claim?
5 What is the length of time for the board to approve a claim?
6 Do I need to be present at the board meeting to represent and present my claim?
7 How do payments from my health insurance relate to my LEOFF-1 benefits?
8 Do I have to use up my sick leave, vacation time or FMLA before I'm eligible to apply for disability benefits?
9 What is next after disability retirement has been granted?
10 How long does it take to get my first pension check?
11 Will I have health care insurance after I'm retired?
12 What happens if I have private insurance either paid for by me or by the LEOFF-1 employer?
13 How much will my monthly pension check be?
14 My doctor already sent in his report. Why another one?
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