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What to do when an in-service member dies

See benefits that may be received by the beneficiaries and/or family members after an in-service member passes away.

Will I have to wait for a reimbursement after I visit a dentist?

If you see a participating dentist and authorize the dentist to be paid directly by CIGNA, there will not be a reimbursement to you. If you use a non-participating dentist, your claim will be processed and a reimbursement will be sent to you.

How does a beneficiary file a death claim with the Welfare Fund?

A family member or beneficiary must submit a Welfare Fund Death Benefit Notification Form (available by calling the Fund’s Death Benefit Unit) along with a certified or original death certificate to the Welfare Fund. After verification of the...