Frequently Asked Questions - Long Term Disability
What is Long Term Disability?
Long Term Disability is an insurance. It is intended to provide a benefit in the event you become medically unable to work. Benefits vary based on the plan you have selected.
Who is Washington State University's Long Term Disability Insurance Provider?
How do I know what my Long Term Disability waiting period is?
You can view your Long Term Disability benefit waiting period selections by logging into your zzusis account online. You can also contact an HRS Benefit Services representative at hrs@wsu.edu or 509-335-4521.
Can I receive Long Term Disability and Shared Leave?
Shared Leave may be used to help satisfy your Long Term Disability waiting period only. In the event your Long Term Disability is denied, you may submit a written request to Human Resource Services Pullman for reconsideration of your Shared Leave.
Bargaining Unit employees should refer to the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreements.
Can I file Long Term Disability if I am having a baby?
If you are medically off work longer than your Long Term Disability waiting period you may be eligible to receive a benefit.
When should I submit my claim forms to Human Resource Services Pullman?
The Long Term Disability application process consists of a three part packet: the employee's statement, the medical providers statement, and the employer's statement. Claim forms can be completed and submitted at any time however employees are encouraged to submit their application forms prior to their leave. The employer's statement will be completed by WSU Human Resource Services.
The LTD claim forms can be requested by contacting HRS Disability Services.
What if I'm not sure if I will be off work longer than my waiting period?
If you think you may be off work longer than your benefit waiting period or the exhaustion of your sick leave, you can file a claim for Long Term Disability. If you return to work part time you may still be entitled to receive a benefit. If you return to work full time prior to satisfying your waiting period than you may not be eligible for a benefit.
Who makes the decision on if my LTD claim is approved?
The decision as to the approval/denial of your claim and amount of your benefit is determined by Standard Insurance.
How do I determine what my Long Term Disability benefit would be?
Long Term Disability benefits are calculated by Standard Insurance. To determine what your benefit may be you will need to contact your claims manager at 503-321-7000. The Health Care Authority PEBB Plan Booklet provides an explanation of the Long Term Disability benefit.
Can my health care provider fax the Medical Provider's Statement?
Yes, all forms can be faxed directly to WSU Human Resource Services at 509-335-1259.
My claim form asks for a PEBB group policy number. What is this?
The PEBB group policy number is 377661-B.
The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA) prohibits employers and other entities covered by GINA Title II from requesting or requiring genetic information of an individual or family member of the individual. To comply with this law, we are asking that you do not provide any genetic information when responding to this request for medical information. “Genetic information” as defined by GINA includes an individual’s family medical history, the results of an individual’s or family member’s genetic tests, the fact that an individual or an individual’s family member sought or received genetic services, and genetic information of a fetus carried by an individual or an individual’s family member or an embryo lawfully held by an individual or family member receiving assistive reproductive services”
