City of Kannapolis Benefits Guide 26-27PY by Pierce Group Benefits

JULY 1, 2026 - JUNE 30, 2027

IMPORTANT NOTE & DISCLAIMER

IMPORTANT CONTACT INFORMATION

P: 866-346-5800

P: 800-247-6875 F: 563-242-0184

563-242-0184

704-529-5917

984-225-2605

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

CURRENT EMPLOYEE?

May 18, 2026 - May 29, 2026

PLAN YEAR & EFFECTIVE DATES: ANNUAL ENROLLMENT DATES:

July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027

ELIGIBILITY

• Employees working 30 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits.

NEW HIRE?

Congratulations on your new employment! Your employment means more than just a paycheck. Your employer also provides eligible employees with a valuable benefits package. Above you will find eligibility requirements and below you will find information about how to enroll in these benefits as a new employee.

All Benefits - Please call PGB’s Employee Services within 30 days of your date of hire and a PGB Benefits Representative will help you enroll in benefits. The Employee Services number is located in the contact section of this guide. You also have the option to self-enroll, if you choose, within 30 days of your date of hire. Please see the self-enrollment instructions in this guide for more information.

Be sure to also review your group’s custom benefits website, that allows for easy, year-round access to benefit information, live chat support, benefit explainer videos, plan certificates and documents, and carrier contacts and forms.

www.PierceGroupBenefits.com/CityofKannapolis

OVERVIEW OF BENEFITS

PRE – TAX BENEFITS

Health Insurance BlueCross BlueShield

Health Savings Account HealthEquity

- Individual Maximum: $4,400/year Max

-Family Maximum: $8,750/year Max

HSA plans can only be established in conjunction with a qualified

High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)

Employer contributes a lump sum of $2,200 at the beginning of the plan year to all eligible employees.

Flexible Spending Accounts

- Medical Reimbursement: $2,500/year Max

- Dependent Care Reimbursement: $7,500/year Max

- Limited Medical Reimbursement: $2,500/year Max

*You will need to re-enroll in the Flexible Spending Accounts if you want them to continue next year.

If you do not re-enroll, your contribution will stop effective June 30, 2026.

POST – TAX BENEFITS

IMPORTANT NOTICES

When do my benefits start? The plan year for Colonial Life Insurance Products, BlueCross BlueShield Health Insurance, HealthEquity Health Savings Accounts, HealthEquity Flexible Spending Accounts, HealthEquity Health Reimbursement Arrangement, MetLife Dental, Community Eye Care Vision, Sun Life Group Term Life, Sun Life Short-Term Disability and Sun Life Long-Term Disability runs from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027.

When do my deductions start? Deductions for Colonial Life Insurance Products, BlueCross BlueShield Health Insurance, HealthEquity Health Savings Accounts, HealthEquity Flexible Spending Accounts, MetLife Dental, Community Eye Care Vision, Sun Life Group Term Life and Sun Life Long-Term Disability start July 2026 for all enrolled employees.

Why have my Cancer, Accident, or Medical Bridge benefits not started yet? The Colonial Cancer plan and the Health Screening Rider on the Colonial Accident and Colonial Medical Bridge plan has a 30-day waiting period for new enrollees. Coverage, therefore, will not begin until July 31, 2026.

What is an EAP? Your employer offers an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your eligible family members. An EAP is an employer-sponsored benefit that offers confidential support and resources for personal or work-related challenges and concerns. Please see the EAP pages of this benefit guide for more details and contact information.

How do Flexible Spending Account (FSA) funds work, and do my FSA funds have to be used by a specific deadline? Flexible Spending Account expenses must be incurred during the plan year to be eligible for reimbursement. After the plan year ends, an employee has 60 days to submit claims for incurred qualified spending account expenses (or 60 days after employment termination date). If employment is terminated before the plan year ends, the spending account also ends. Failure to use all allotted funds in the FSA account will result in a “Use It or Lose It” scenario. Your plan also includes a rollover provision! This means that if you have any money left in your FSA at the end of the plan year, you can carryover up to $550 into the new plan year. Any remaining funds beyond $550 are forfeited under the “Use It or Lose It” rule. Please note: Participants must re-enroll in their FSA account for any rollover funds to be rolled into the new plan year. Failure to re-enroll will result in a “Use It or Lose It” scenario.

My spouse is enrolled in an Health Savings Account (HSA), am I eligible for an FSA? As a married couple, one spouse cannot be enrolled in a Medical Reimbursement FSA at the same time the other opens or contributes to an HSA.

How do Dependent Care Account (DCA) funds work and when do they need to be used? Dependent Care Accounts are like FSA accounts and allow you to request reimbursement up to your current balance. However, you cannot receive more reimbursement than what has been deducted from your pay. Any remaining funds in your DCA account must be utilized before the deadline. Failure to use all allotted funds in the DCA account will result in a “Use It or Lose It” scenario.

When will I get my card? If you will be receiving a new debit card, whether you are a new participant or to replace your expired card, please be aware that it may take up to 30 days following your plan effective date for your card to arrive. Your card will be delivered by mail in a plain white envelope. During this time you may use manual claim forms for eligible expenses. Please note that your debit card is good through the expiration date printed on the card.

I want to sign my family up for benefits as well, what information will I need? If signing up for any coverage on your spouse and/or children, please have their dates of birth and social security numbers available when speaking with the Benefits Representative. What does Pre-Tax vs. Post-Tax Change? Pre-Tax benefits take funds directly from your paycheck to cover benefits before going through State and Federal taxing process. Post-Tax collects funds for benefits after taxes have been taken out. Please be aware there are certain coverages that may be subject to federal and state tax when premium is paid by pretax deduction or employee contribution.

Can I change my benefit elections outside of the enrollment period? Elections made during this enrollment period CANNOT BE CHANGED AFTER THE ENROLLMENT PERIOD unless there is a family status change, otherwise known as a qualifying life event (QLE), as defined by the Internal Revenue Code. Examples of a QLE can be found in the chart on the next page. Once a QLE has occurred, an employee has 30 days to notify PGB’s NC Employee Services at 1-888-662-7500 to request a change in elections.

I have a pre-existing condition. Will I still be covered? Some policies may include a pre-existing condition clause. Please read your policy carefully for full details.

Dates: July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027

QUALIFYING LIFE EVENTS

The benefit elections you make during Annual Enrollment or as a New Hire will remain in effect for the entire plan year. You will not be able to change or revoke your elections once they have been made unless a Qualifying Life Event (status change) occurs. The summary of events that allow an employee to make benefit changes and instructions for processing those life event changes can be reviewed in the chart below.

Qualifying Life Event Action Required

New Hire

Make elections within 30 days of hire date. Documentation is required.

Marriage

Add your new spouse to your elections within 30 days of the marriage date. A copy of the marriage certificate must be presented.

Divorce

Birth or Adoption of a Child

Remove the former spouse within 30 days of the divorce. Proof of the divorce will be required. A copy of the divorce decree must be presented.

Result If Action Is Not Taken

You and your dependents are not eligible until the next Annual Enrollment period.

Dependent Aging Out

Enroll the new dependent in your elections within 30 days of the birth or adoption date, even if you already have family coverage. A copy of the birth certificate, mother’s copy of birth certificate, or hospital discharge papers must be presented. Once you receive the child’s Social Security Number, don’t forget to update your child’s insurance information record.

Your spouse is not eligible until the next Annual Enrollment period.

Remove or update dependent elections within 30 days of the dependent aging out. For more information and assistance, please call PGB Employee Services at 888-662-7500.

Benefits are not available for the divorced spouse and will be recouped if paid erroneously.

Death of a Spouse or Dependent

Remove the dependent from your elections within 30 days from the date of death. Death certificate must be presented.

The new dependent will not be covered until the next Annual Enrollment period.

Change in Spouse’s Employment or Coverage

Add or drop benefits from your elections within 30 days of the event date. A letter from the employer or insurance company must be presented.

Coverage for the dependent will end at the time of the dependent aging out and the policyholder must remove/update the dependent elections in order for the change to be reflected in the employee’s deductions.

You could pay a higher premium than required and you may be overpaying for coverage required.

You will not be able to make changes until the next Annual Enrollment period.

The examples included in this chart are not all-inclusive. Please speak to a Benefits Representative to learn more.

QUALIFYING LIFE EVENTS

Qualifying Life Event

Part-Time to Full-Time or Vice Versa

Transferring Employers

Change your elections within 30 days from the employment status change to receive COBRA information or to enroll in benefits as a full-time employee. Documentation from the employer must be provided.

If you are transferring from one PGB client to another, some benefits may be eligible for transfer. Please call PGB Employee Services at 888-662-7500 for more information and assistance.

Result

Benefits may not be available to you or your dependents if you wait to enroll in COBRA. Full-time employees will have to wait until the next Annual Enrollment period.

Loss of Government or Education Sponsored Health Coverage

Entitlement to Medicare or Medicaid

If you, your spouse, or a dependent loses coverage under any group health coverage sponsored by a governmental or educational institution, you may be eligible to add additional coverage for eligible benefits.

You may lose the opportunity to transfer benefits.

Non-FMLA Leave

If you, your spouse, or dependent becomes entitled to or loses coverage under Medicare or Medicaid, you may be able to change coverage under the accident or health plan.

You and your dependents are not eligible until the next Annual Enrollment period.

An employee taking a leave of absence, other than under the Family & Medical Leave Act, may not be eligible to re-enter the Flexible Benefits program until next plan year. Please contact your Benefit Administrator for more information.

Retiring

Your individual supplemental/voluntary policies through Colonial Life are portable! To move them from payroll deduction to direct billing, please complete and submit the Payment Method Change Form to Colonial Life within 30 days of retiring. You are also eligible for post-employment Dental, Vision, and Telemedicine benefits through PGB. Please visit: www.piercegroupbenefits.com/ individualcoverage or call our Employee Services at 888-662-7500 for more information and assistance.

You and your dependents are not eligible until the next Annual Enrollment period.

If you do not transfer your policies from payroll deduction to direct billing, Colonial Life will terminate your policies resulting in a loss of coverage.

The examples included in this chart are not all-inclusive. Please speak to a Benefits Representative to learn more.

ENROLLMENT INFORMATION

IN-PERSON & SELF-ENROLL

During your annual enrollment period, a PGB Benefits Representative will be available by appointment to meet with you one-on-one to help you evaluate your benefits based on your individual and family needs, answer any questions you may have, and assist you in the enrollment process. If you prefer, you may also self-enroll online following the instructions on the next page of this guide.

ANNUAL ENROLLMENT PERIOD:

MAY 18, 2026 - MAY 29, 2026

BENEFIT ELECTION OPTIONS

YOU CAN MAKE THE FOLLOWING BENEFIT ELECTIONS DURING THE ANNUAL ENROLLMENT PERIOD:

• Enroll in, change, or cancel Health Insurance.

• Enroll in Health Savings Accounts.+

• Enroll/Re-Enroll in Flexible Spending Accounts.+

• Enroll in Dental Insurance.

• Enroll in Vision Insurance.

• Enroll in, change, or cancel Group Term Life Insurance.

• Enroll in, change, or cancel Long-Term Disability Insurance.

• Enroll in, change, or cancel Colonial coverage.

+You will need to re-enroll in the Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts if you want them to continue each year.

ACCESS YOUR BENEFIT OPTIONS WHENEVER, WHEREVER

You can view details about what benefits your employer offers, view educational videos about all of your benefits, download forms, chat with one of our knowledgeable Benefits Representatives, and more on your personalized benefits website. To view your custom benefits website, visit:

www.PierceGroupBenefits.com/CityofKannapolis

BENSELECT ENROLLMENT INSTRUCTIONS

Below is a series of instructions outlining the enrollment process. Please have the following information available before you begin:

• Username, pin, and enrollment website URL from this page

• Social security numbers of the spouse or any dependents you wish to enroll

• Dates of birth for the spouse and any dependents you wish to enroll

• Beneficiary names and social security numbers

HELPFUL TIPS

• If you are a new employee, please refer to the New Hire information on the Eligibility Requirements page of this guide or contact PGB Employee Services at 888-6627500 between 8:30am and 5:00pm for assistance.

• If you are an existing employee and unable to log into the online system, please contact PGB Employee Services at 888-662-7500, or speak with the Benefits Representative assigned to your location.

Enter your Username: Social Security Number with or without dashes (ex. 123-45-6789 or 123456789)

Enter your Pin: Last 4 numbers of your Social Security Number followed by last 2 numbers of your Date of Birth year (ex. 678970)

To login, visit: harmony.benselect.com/kannapolis

The screen prompts you to create a NEW PIN.

Choose a security question and enter answer.

Confirm (or enter) an email address.

Click on ‘Save New PIN’ to continue to the enrollment welcome screen.

From the welcome screen click ‘Next’.

The screen shows ‘Personal Information’. Verify that the information is correct and enter the additional required information (marital status, work phone, e-mail address). Click ‘Next’.

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BENSELECT ENROLLMENT INSTRUCTIONS

The screen allows you to add family members. It is only necessary to enter family member information if adding or including family members in your coverage. Click ‘Next’.

The screen shows ‘Benefit Summary’. Review your current benefits and make changes, and selections for the upcoming plan year.

Click ‘Sign & Submit’ once you have decided which benefits to enroll in.

Review your coverage. If any items are ‘Pending’, you will need to decide whether to enroll or decline this benefit.

Click ‘Next’ to review and electronically sign the authorization for your benefit elections.

Click ‘Download & Print’ to print a copy of your elections, or download and save the document. Please do not forget this important step! Click ‘Log Out’.

Review the confirmation, then if you are satisfied with your elections, enter your PIN and click ‘Sign Form’.

City of Kannapolis

July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027

Health Plan Highlight

Therapy/OCC Therapy/Speech Therapy Copay (visit limits apply)

Preventive over-the-counter medications and PRESCRIPTION contraceptive drugs and devices as listed at www.BlueCrossNC.com/preventive

You may pay a different amount than listed above if you choose a BRAND-NAME PRESCRIPTION DRUG instead of a GENERIC PRESCRIPTION DRUG. If you decide you want the BRAND-NAME drug on the higher tier instead of the GENERIC equivalent on the lower tier, you will pay the BRAND-NAME copayment or coinsurance plus the cost difference between the BRAND-NAME ALLOWED AMOUNT and the GENERIC ALLOWED AMOUNT.

This is a Highlight of Benefits Only. Please refer to Blue Cross Blue Shield Plan Documents at www.piercegroupbenefits.com/CityofKannapolis for additional information

Explore these “most asked about” topics of your Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (Blue Cross NC) health plan:

• Preventive Care

• Member Online/Mobile App Tools Like Blue ConnectSM and Find a Doctor

• Behavioral Health Services

• Blue365®

• Cost Estimator Tool

• And More!

Just scan our QR Code.

Health Reimbursement Arrangement

Free money? Yes, please!

HRAs require no payroll deductions and you don’t need to contribute any money. Your organization will fund the entire account. Plus, all reimbursements for eligible medical expenses are tax-free too.

Bridge the gap on eligible healthcare expenses

Your organization sets your annual healthcare reimbursement limit and determines which expenses are eligible. Although it varies by plan design, common eligible expenses include deductibles, coinsurance and copays.

Please see your plan documents for a complete list of eligible expenses.

Say goodbye to hassle

Log in and manage everything via our intuitive mobile app.1 Check your balance, review claims sta tus, and manage payments. Want to initiate a claim? Easy. Just snap a photo of the receipt and you’re on your way.

City of Kannapolis Employee Health & Wellness Center

9 For employees, spouses and dependents on the City of Kannapolis health plan.

9 There is no cost for clinic services.

9 Sick visits available for patients ages 2 years and older.

9 Well visits available for patients ages 6 years and older.

9 Same-day/next-day visits available.

Services

• Sick visits for colds, flu, COVID-19, allergies, sinus infections, urinary tract infections and more

• Injury care for minor cuts, burns, sprains, strains and more

• Care for chronic conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure and asthma

• Vaccinations for flu, shingles and tetanus

• Wellness exams

• Annual physicals

• Weight management

• On-site testing and labs

• Specialty eConsults (between clinic provider and Atrium Health specialists)

• And more

Where should I go for care?

Find your health concern below and choose which care location fits your needs. City of Kannapolis

Allergic reaction where it’s hard to breathe

Annual wellness exams

Asthma attack (difficulty breathing and inhalers are not helping)

Asthma attack (inhalers are helping some)

Back pain

Burns (minor)

Bladder infections (UTI)

Bone breaks (large bones/serious breaks)

Bone breaks (minor) or sprains

Care for lifelong health problems like diabetes, high blood pressure

Chest pain/concern for heart attack

Cough with stuffy or runny nose, sore throat (like a cold)

Coughing or throwing up blood

Cuts that are deep or bleeding that won’t stop

Cuts (minor)

Ear pain or infection

Exams for school, camp or work

Eye pain or infection

Fever over 104 degrees

Flu-like symptoms such as fever, achy body, cough

Gynecologic infections

Headache

Headache (severe) with sudden onset, unlike any headache before

Medication dispensing

New medications/prescription refills

Passing out or blacking out

Poisoning (Carolinas Poison Center can also help. Call 800-222-1222.)

Rashes and other minor skin problems

Sinus infections

Sports physicals

Stings and bites (minor)

Stomach pain (severe)

Stomach pain (minor), throwing up, loose stools

Trouble breathing

Vaccinations to prevent illness

(flu, COVID-19, shingles, hepatitis, Tdap/Td, etc.)

If you have a life-threatening health issue, call 911 right away.

Atrium Health offers emergency treatment for serious illnesses and injuries, 24/7. Ask the clinic staff what location would be closest for you.

Meet Your Provider

Alvesha Williams, FNP-C

Alvesha Williams is a board-certified family nurse practitioner. With over 22 years of clinical experience, she specializes in the management of chronic diseases and acute illnesses.

Alvesha chose her career because she recognized the need in the community for better access to care. She finds joy by helping people become the healthiest versions of themselves. She also loves helping patients achieve their health goals.

A member of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, Alvesha received her master’s degree in nursing at Winston-Salem State University.

As a busy mother of four, Alvesha doesn’t have much free time. When she does, she enjoys traveling, cooking, reading and spending time outdoors in her garden or at the pool.

City of Kannapolis

Employee Health & Wellness Center

300 Firehouse Dr., Kannapolis, NC 28083 704-403-8250

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday: 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Closed noon – 1 p.m.

City of Kannapolis Employee Health & Wellness Center

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible to use the City of Kannapolis Employee Health & Wellness Center?

Employees, spouses and dependents on the City of Kannapolis health plan can use the wellness center. Sick visits are available for patients ages 2 years of age and older. Well visits are available for patients ages 6 years of age and older.

How can I schedule a visit with the wellness center?

Scan the QR code or call 704-403-8250.

Patients arriving later than 15 minutes for their visit may be asked to reschedule.

Where and when can I get care at the wellness center?

Address:

Hours: noon

Is there a cost to use the wellness center?

No. Services are free for eligible patients, and no co-pay or deductible will apply*. The provider may order an X-ray for you at an in-network facility if needed. You will be responsible for the co-pay or other non-covered fees related to any imaging, just as you would if an X-ray was ordered from any other medical provider office.

Do I need to schedule a physical to become an established patient at the wellness center?

No. You don’t need to have a full physical exam to become a wellness center patient. You can schedule your annual physical when it’s due.

What should I bring to my visit?

Bring your insurance card, photo ID and a list of your current medications and allergies.

Am I allowed to use the wellness center during my work shift?

Yes. If you come to work and are feeling sick, you may make an appointment at the center. Get your supervisor’s permission before leaving work and request the use of sick leave like any other doctor’s appointment.

*Cost subject to change based on compliance with State and Federal Laws

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Please make an appointment as you would on a day that you were at work.

What services are available at the wellness center?

•Sick visits for colds, flu, COVID-19, allergies, sinus infections, urinary tract infections and more

•Injury care for minor cuts, burns, sprains, strains and more

•Annual wellness exams

•Vaccinations for flu, shingles and tetanus

•Care for chronic conditions (e.g., diabetes, high blood pressure and asthma)

•Sports physicals

•On-site testing and labs

•Specialty eConsults (between clinic provider and Atrium Health specialists)

•And more

What are appointments like?

Standard appointments are 30 minutes long to allow for more personalized care similar to concierge medicine. There will also be 15 minute slots on the nurse schedule for labs, injections, etc.

Who has access to my medical records?

Only Atrium Health medical professionals who are providing your care will have access to your medical records. We use an electronic medical records system, so information can also be shared with your primary care physician as needed/requested.

Will my primary care doctor from another medical group be able to see my lab results or other visit information from the wellness center?

Yes. Atrium Health works with other local practices to ensure records are shared. This allows our providers to deliver the best care for our patients.

HSAs ARE AN EASY WIN

in today’s complex healthcare system

How an HSA works

An HSA paired with an HSA-qualified health plan allows you to make tax-free1 contributions to an federally-insured2 savings account. Balances earn tax-free interest and can be used to pay for qualified medical expenses. HSA-qualified health plans typically cost less than traditional plans and the money saved can be put into your HSA.

HSAs empower savings:

• Lower monthly health insurance premiums

• Money put into your HSA is not taxed

• You earn tax-free interest on HSA balances

• HSA funds used for qualified medical expenses are not taxed

• You can invest your HSA funds for increased tax-free earning potential3

HSA funds remain yours to grow

With an HSA, you own the account and all contributions. Unlike flexible spending accounts (FSAs), the entire HSA balance rolls over each year and remains yours even if you change health plans, retire or leave your employer.

You can win with an HSA

Regardless of your personal medical situation, an HSA can empower you to maximize savings while building a reserve for the future. Contrary to what many may think, healthy individuals aren’t the only users who benefit from an HSA.

GETTING STARTED

If you are new to HSAs, follow these steps to optimize your account and put you on the pathway to building health savings.

Activate your debit card

Once your HSA is opened, you will receive a member welcome kit including a HealthEquity Visa® Health Account Card.1 Activation instructions are included in the envelope. You can also speak to one of our account mentors to activate your card and receive additional insight into your account.

Log on

Sign in to the member portal by visiting www.MyHealthEquity.com. If it is your first time logging in, select ‘Create user name and password’ and follow the step-by-step process to verify your account. Once you are logged in, complete the following:

• Add a beneficiary to ensure your HSA benefits your loved ones in the event of your death.

• Elect to receive eStatements to avoid a monthly statement fee.

• Navigate the portal and familiarize yourself with its features and capabilities. A comprehensive portal guide can be found starting on page 18.

Start saving

Decide how you will begin building your health savings:

• Paycheck contributions: If your account is offered through your employer, you may make regular pre-tax2 contributions from your paycheck.3 Talk to your benefits department for assistance.

• Transfer an existing HSA: If you already have an HSA with another administrator, transfer your existing HSA balance to HealthEquity to consolidate your savings while taking advantage of other incentives. For more information, visit www.HealthEquity.com/DoubleIt.

• Electronic funds transfer (EFT): Using EFT, you can make a one-time, post-tax contribution or schedule automatic HSA contributions from your personal bank account. To set up an EFT, log in to your HealthEquity account. From the ‘My Account’ tab, hover over ‘HSA’ and select ‘Make Contribution.’

HOW IT WORKS At the doctor’s office...

Receive services

With an HSA-qualified plan, copays are not typically required at the time of service. Be sure to present your insurance ID card. If your healthcare provider requires a deposit, it will be applied to your invoice

Provider bills health plan

Provider submits a claim to your health plan for services provided.

Health plan sends EOB

An explanation of benefits (EOB) is sent to you outlining the negotiated or allowed charges and summarizes your year-to-date deductible and co-insurance totals. In some cases, your health plan may send a copy of your claim to HealthEquity, which will appear in the member portal.

Provider sends invoice

The provider sends you an invoice, or statement, reflecting the allowed charges. Make sure the amount matches the EOB sent by your health plan. If not, contact your health plan.

Pay invoice with HSA

You can pay for qualified medical expenses with your HSA debit card or create an online payment that is sent directly to the provider or as a reimbursement to you.

At the pharmacy...

Obtain prescription

Obtain a legal prescription from your doctor for required medication and present it, along with your insurance ID card, at the pharmacy.

Pharmacy verifies insurance coverage

The pharmacy checks with your insurance on-the-spot to determine the amount you owe for the prescription.

Pay for your prescription

The pharmacy fills your prescription and you pay the determined amount owed. The expense is automatically applied to your deductible or coinsurance. Your HSA debit card is a convenient method of payment.

Over-the-counter medication

The IRS does not allow HSA funds to be used for over-the-counter (OTC) medicines without a prescription. You can ask your doctor to write a prescription for OTC medicines or supplies that you frequently use so that you can use your HSA to pay for these items.

THE HSA STORE

Resources Available Through The HSA Store

• The largest selection of guaranteed HSAeligible products

• Phone and live chat support available 24 hours a day / 7 days a week

• Fast and free shipping on orders over $50

• Use your HSA card or any other major credit card for purchases

Eligibility List

Search comprehensive list of eligible products and services.

FSA Calculator

Estimate how much you can save with an HSA.

Learning Center

Easy tips and resources for living with an HSA.

Savings Center

Your funds go further with the HSA Store rewards program.

Your Health, Your Funds, Your Choice

Take control of your health and wellness with guaranteed HSA-eligible essentials. Pierce Group Benefits partners with the HSA store to provide one convenient location for Heath Savings Account holders.

Click or Scan to Shop Now

Click on the video below to learn more about Flexible Spending Accounts!

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT

Flexible Spending Account

A healthcare FSA lets you use tax-free money to pay for eligible medical, dental, and vision expenses.1 So you spend less on the healthcare you need. FSA paycheck deductions are tax-free too, which helps reduce your taxable income. The more you contribute, the more you save.

Access annual contribution amount on day one.

Pay for your spouse and dependents too.

Plan ahead because FSA funds eventually expire.

Scan to download the

Already enrolled? Set up your account directly in the app. No need to go online.

THE FSA STORE

Resources Available Through The FSA Store

• The largest selection of guaranteed FSAeligible products

• Phone and live chat support available 24 hours a day / 7 days a week

Eligibility List

Search comprehensive list of eligible products and services.

FSA Calculator

Estimate how much you can save with an FSA.

• Fast and free shipping on orders over $50

• Use your FSA card or any other major credit card for purchases

Learning Center

Easy tips and resources for living with an FSA.

Savings Center

Your funds go further with the FSA Store rewards program.

Your Health, Your Funds, Your Choice

Take control of your health and wellness with guaranteed FSA-eligible essentials. Pierce Group Benefits partners with the FSA store to provide one convenient location for Flexible Spending Account holders.

Click or Scan to Shop Now

Click on the video below to learn more about Dependent Care Accounts!

Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

A DCFSA lets you use tax-free money to pay for eligible dependent care expenses.1 A qualifying ‘dependent’ may be a child under age 13, a disabled spouse, or an older parent in eldercare. DCFSA paycheck deductions are tax-free too, which helps reduce your taxable income. The more you contribute, the more you save.

Access funds as you make contributions.

Enjoy fast, hassle-free reimbursement.

Plan ahead because DCFSA funds eventually expire.

Dental

Plan Design for: City Of Kannapolis

Original Plan Effective Date: July 1, 2026

Network: PDP Plus

The Preferred Dentist Program was designed to help you get the dental care you need and help lower your costs. You get benefi ts for a wide range of covered services both in and out of the network. The goal is to deliver cost -effective protection for a healthier smile and a healthier you. In-Network1

High Plan

Ortho applies to Child Only Child to age 19

Dependent Age: Eligible for benefits until the day that he or she turns 26. Low Plan

Dependent Age:

Eligible for benefits until the day that he or she turns 26.

1 "In-Network Benefits" means benefits provided under this plan for covered dental services that are provided by a MetLife PDP dent ist. "Out-of-Network Benefits" means benefits provided under this plan for covered dental services that are not provided by a M etLife PDP dentist. Utilizing an out-of-network dentist for care may cost you more than using an in -network dentist.

2 Negotiated fees refer to the fees that participating dentists have agreed to accept as payment in full for covered services, subject to any copayments, deductibles, cost sharing and benefits maximums. Negotiated fees are subject to change.

High Plan

3. Applies to Type B and C services only.

4. Out-of-network benefits are payable for services rendered by a dentist who is not a participating provider. The Reasonable and Custo mary charge is based on the lowest of:

• the dentist’s actual charge (the 'Actual Charge'),

• the dentist’s usual charge for the same or similar services (the 'Usual Charge') or

• the usual charge of most dentists in the same geographic area for the same or similar services as determined by MetLife (the 'Customary Charge'). For your plan, the Customary Charge is based on the 90th percentile. Services must be necessary in ter ms of generally accepted dental standards.

Low Plan

3. Applies to Type B and C services only.

4. Out-of-network benefits are payable for services rendered by a dentist who is not a participating provider. The Reasonable and Custo mary charge is based on the lowest of:

• the dentist’s actual charge (the 'Actual Charge'),

• the dentist’s usual charge for the same or similar services (the 'Usual Charge') or

Understanding Your Dental Benefits Plan

The Preferred Dentist Program is designed to provide the dental coverage you need with the features you want. Like the freedo m to visit the dentist of your choice – in or out of the network. .

If you receive in-network services, you will be responsible for any applicable deductibles, cost sharing, negotiated charges after benefit maximums are met, and costs for non -covered services. If you receive out -of-network services, you will be responsible for any applicable deductibles, cost sharing, charges in excess of the benefit maximum, charges in excess of the negotiated fee sched ule amount or R&C Fee, and charges for non -covered services.

• Plan benefits for in-network covered services are based on a percentage of the Negotiated fee – the Fee that participating dentists have agreed to accept as payment in full for covered services, subject to any deductibles, copayments, cost sharing and benefit maximums. Negotiated fees are subject to change.

• Plan benefits for out-of-network services are based on a percentage of the Reasonable and Customary (R&C) charge. If you choose a dentist who does not participate in the network, your out-of-pocket expenses may be greater.

Once you’re enrolled you may take advantage of online self-service capabilities with MyBenefits.

• Check the status of your claims

• Locate a participating dentist

• Access MetLife’s Oral Health Library

• Elect to view your Explanation of Benefits online

To register, just go to www.metlife.com/mybenefits and follow the easy registration instructions.

Selected Covered Services and Frequency Limitations*

High Plan

Type A - Preventive

Oral Examinations 2 in a year

Full Mouth X-rays 1 in 36 months

Bitewing X-rays (Adult/Child) 1 in a year

Prophylaxis - Cleanings 2 in a year

Topical Fluoride Applications 2 in 12 months - Children to age 16

Sealants 1 in 36 months - Children to age 16

Emergency Palliative Treatment

Type B - Basic Restorative

Space Maintainers No limit - Children up to age 19

Amalgam and Composite Fillings 1 in 24 months.

Endodontics Root Canal 1 per tooth in 24 months

Periodontal Surgery 1 in 36 months per quadrant

Periodontal Scaling & Root Planing 1 in 24 months per quadrant

Periodontal Maintenance 4 in 1 year, includes 2 cleanings

Oral Surgery (Simple Extractions)

Oral Surgery (Surgical Extractions)

Other Oral Surgery

General Anesthesia

Consultations

Type C - Major Restorative

Crowns/Inlays/Onlays

1 in 12 months

1 per tooth in 5 years

Prefabricated Crowns 1 per tooth in 24 months

Repairs 1 in 12 months

Bridges 1 in 5 years

Dentures 1 in 5 years

How Many/How Often:

Implant Services 1 service per tooth in 5 years - 1 repair per 5 years

Type

D – Orthodontia

• Dependent children up to age 19. Age limitations may vary by state. Please see your Plan description for complete details. In the event of a conflict with this summary, the terms of the certificate will govern.

• All dental procedures performed in connection with orthodontic treatment are payable as Orthodontia.

• Benefits for the initial placement will not exceed 20% of the Lifetime Maximum Benefit Amount for Orthodontia. Periodic foll ow-up visits will be payable on a monthly basis during the scheduled course of the orthodontic treatment. Allowable expenses for t he initial placement, periodic follow-up visits and procedures performed in connection with the orthodontic treatment, are all subject to the Orthodontia coinsurance level and Lifetime Maximum Benefit Amount as defined in the Plan Summary.

• Orthodontic benefits end at cancellation of coverage

*Alternate Benefits: Where two or more professionally acceptable dental treatments for a dental condition exist, reimbursement is based on the least costly treatment alternative. If you and your dentist have agreed on a treatment that is more costly than the treatment upon which the plan benefit is based, you will be responsible for any additional payment responsibility. To avoid any misunderstandings, we sugg est you discuss treatment options with your dentist before services are rendered, and obtain a pretreatment estimate of benefits prior to receiving certain high cost services such as crowns, bridges or dentures. You and your dentist will each receive an Explanation of Benefits (EOB) ou tlining the services provided, your plan’s reimbursement for those services, and your out -of-pocket expense. Actual payments may vary from the pretreatment estimate depending upon annual maximums, plan frequency limits, deductibles and other limits applicable at time of payment.

The service categories and plan limitations shown above represent an overview of your Plan of Benefits. This document present s many services within each category, but is not a complete description of the Plan. Please see your Plan description/Insurance ce rtificate for complete details. In the event of a conflict with this summary, the terms of your insurance certificate will govern.

Selected Covered Services and Frequency Limitations*

Low Plan

Type A - Preventive

Oral Examinations 2 in a year

Full Mouth X-rays 1 in 36 months

Bitewing X-rays (Adult/Child) 1 in a year

Prophylaxis - Cleanings 2 in a year

Topical Fluoride Applications 2 in 12 months - Children to age 16

Sealants 1 in 36 months - Children to age 16

Emergency Palliative Treatment

Type B - Basic Restorative

Space Maintainers No limit - Children up to age 19

Amalgam and Composite Fillings 1 in 24 months.

Oral Surgery (Simple Extractions)

General Anesthesia

Consultations 1 in 12 months

Type C - Major Restorative

Crowns/Inlays/Onlays

How Many/How Often:

1 per tooth in 5 years

Prefabricated Crowns 1 per tooth in 24 months

Repairs 1 in 12 months

Endodontics Root Canal 1 per tooth in 24 months

Periodontal Surgery 1 in 36 months per quadrant

Periodontal Scaling & Root Planing 1 in 24 months per quadrant

Periodontal Maintenance 4 in 1 year, includes 2 cleanings

Oral Surgery (Surgical Extractions)

Other Oral Surgery

Bridges

Dentures

Implant Services

Type D – Orthodontia

1 in 5 years

1 service per tooth in 5 years - 1 repair per 5 years

• All dental procedures performed in connection with orthodontic treatment are payable as Orthodontia.

• Orthodontic benefits end at cancellation of coverage

*Alternate Benefits: Where two or more professionally acceptable dental treatments for a dental condition exist, reimbursement is based on the least costly treatment alternative. If you and your dentist have agreed on a treatment that is more costly than the treatment upon which the plan benefit is based, you will be responsible for any additional payment responsibility. To avoid any misunderstandings, we sugg est you discuss treatment options with your dentist before services are rendered, and obtain a pre treatment estimate of benefits prior to receiving certain high cost services such as crowns, bridges or dentures. You and your dentist will each receive an Explanation of Benefits (EOB) ou tlining the services provided, your plan’s reimbursement for those s ervices, and your out-of-pocket expense. Actual payments may vary from the pretreatment estimate depending upon annual maximums, plan frequency limits, deductibles and other limits applicable at time of payment.

Common Questions … Important Answers

Who is a participating dentist?

A participating, or network, dentist is a general dentist or specialist who has agreed to accept negotiated fees as payment i n full for covered services provided to plan members, subject to any deductibles, copayments, cost sharing and benefit maximums. Negotiated fees typically range from 30 -45% below the average fees charged in a dentist’s community for the same or substantially similar services.*

In addition to the standard MetLife network, your employer may provide you with access to a select network of dental providers that may be unique to your employer’s dental program. When visiting these providers, you may receive a better benefit, have lower out-of-pocket costs and/or have access to care at facilities at your worksite. Please sign into MyBenefits for more details.

* Based on internal analysis by MetLife. Negotiated fees refer to the fees that participating dentists have agreed to accept as payment in full for covered services, subject to any copayments, deductibles, cost sharing and benefits maximums. Negotiated fee s are subject to change. Savings from enrolling in a dental benefits plan will depend on various factors, including the cost of the plan, how often members visit a dentist and the cost of services rendered. Negotiated fees are subject to change.

How do I find a participating dentist?

There are thousands of general dentists and specialists to choose from nationwide so you are sure to find one that meets your needs. You can receive a list of these participating dentists online at www.metlife.com/dental or call 1 -800-275-4638 to have a list faxed or mailed to you.

What services are covered by my plan?

Please see your Certificate of Insurance for a list of covered services.

May I choose a non-participating dentist?

Yes. You are always free to select the dentist of your choice. However, if you choose a non -participating (out-of-network) dentist, your out-of-pocket costs may be greater than your out-of-pocket costs when visiting an in-network dentist.

Can my dentist apply for participation in the network?

Yes. If your current dentist does not participate in the network and you would like to encourage him or her to apply, ask you r dentist to visit www.metdental.com, or call 1 -866-PDP-NTWK for an application.* The website and phone number are for use by dental professionals only.

* Due to contractual requirements, MetLife is prevented from soliciting certain providers.

How are claims processed?

Dentists may submit your claims for you which means you have little or no paperwork. You can track your claims online and eve n receive email alerts when a claim has been processed. If you need a claim form, visit www.metlife.com/dental or request one by calling 1-800-275-4638.

Can I get an estimate of what my out -of-pocket expenses will be before receiving a service?

Yes. You can ask for a pretreatment estimate. Your general dentist or specialist usually sends MetLife a plan for your care a nd requests an estimate of benefits. The estimate helps you prepare for the cost of dental services. We recommend that you reque st a pre-treatment estimate for services in excess of $300. Simply have your dentist submit a request online at www.metdental.com or call 1-877-MET-DDS9. You and your dentist will receive a benefit estimate for most procedures while you are still in the offic e. Actual payments may vary depending upon plan maximums, deductibles, frequency limits and other conditions at time of payment.

Can MetLife help me find a dentist outside of the U.S. if I am traveling?

Yes. Through international dental travel assistance services* you can obtain a referral to a local dentist by calling +1 -312-356-5970 (collect) when outside the U.S. to receive immediate care until you can see your dentist. Coverage will be considered unde r your out-of-network benefits.** Please remember to hold on to all receipts to submit a dental claim.

*International Dental Travel Assistance services are administered by AXA Assistance USA, Inc. (AXA Assistance). AXA Assistance provides dental referral services only. AXA Assistance is not affiliated with MetLife and any of its affiliates, and the services they provide are separate and apart from the benefits provided by MetLife. Referral services are not available in all locatio ns.

** Refer to your Certificate of Insurance for your out-of-network dental coverage.

How does MetLife coordinate benefits with other insurance plans?

Coordination of benefits provisions in dental benefits plans are a set of rules that are followed when a patient is covered b y more than one dental benefits plan. These rules determine the order in which the plans will pay benefits. If the MetLife dent al benefit plan is primary, MetLife will pay the full amount of benefits that would normally be available under the plan. If the MetLife dental benefit plan is secondary, most coordination of benefits provisions require MetLife to determine benefits afte r benefits have been determined under the primary plan. The amount of benefits payable by MetLife may be reduced due to the benefits paid under the primary plan.

Do I need an ID card?

No, You do not need to present an ID card to confirm that you are eligible. You should notify your dentist that you are enro lled in a MetLife Dental Plan. Your dentist can easily verify information about your coverage through a toll -free automated Computer Voice Response system.

Do my dependents have to visit the same dentist that I select?

No. You and your dependents each have the freedom to choose any dentist.

Vision Benefits Summary

City of Kannapolis

Tailored for your vision. Suited for your style.

Vision care is essential, and CEC is dedicated to providing you with the benefits you need to keep your vision crystal-clear. All members enrolled in the CEC vision plan can take advantage of our simple and flexible benefits , where you’ll receive an eye exam, a flexible eyewear allowance, and a contact lens fitting each plan year.

Flexible Eyewear Allowance

You can purchase exactly what you want frames, lenses, contact lenses, sunglasses, special lens options, and any combination of these items. Whether you choose to shop in -network or out-of- network, if the eyewear you want is sold in an optical shop, it’s covered!

Don’t Need Prescription Eyewear?

Your CEC vision plan covers non-prescription eyewear, including sunglasses, safety glasses, blue -light- blocking glasses, and readers. If you don’t need prescription lenses, this is a great way to use your annual eyewear allowance!

Member Portal

Our Member Portal gives you 24/7 access to find a provider, view your benefit information, check your current eligibility, print a temporary ID card, and more! Log in at cecvision.com/members/login.

Member Exclusive Offers

Members have access to a variety of special offers for additional savings on eyewear, contact lenses, LASIK, hearing aids, and more. To view all offers, visit cecvision.com/members/special -offers.

Vision Care is Important

Even with perfect vision, your annual eye exam is critical to your overall health and wellness. Signs of diseases, including glaucoma, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and cancer, can be detected during an eye exam *

*Source: American Academy of Ophthalmology ( https://www.aao.org )

Expansive Provider Network

CEC’s network includes optometrists, ophthalmologists, and national retail optical chains, ensuring you can easily find a provider that meets your needs. Visit cecvision.com/search to find an in-network provider near you.

Everything You Need for Happier Eyes

From glasses to contacts to eye exams, Warby Parker is here for your everyday vision care. Whether you shop online or in stores, there’s a range of ways you can treat your eyes and use your CEC vision benefits. Get started at warbyparker.com/insurance

Your CEC Vision Benefits Summary

Group Name: City of Kannapolis

Frequency: All benefits renew every 12 months

Vision

Benefits

200 PLAN

Summary GROUP NAME

Eye Exam A comprehensive routine eye exam.

Retinal Screening

Eyewear

An enhancement to the eye exam where highresolution images are taken of the inside of the eye to detect and monitor conditions like diabetes. $39 n/a

An annual $200 flexib le all owanc e for prescription and non-prescription eyewear. 20% discount on glasses/10% discount on contacts for any overages.

Contact Lens Fitting A contact lens evaluation and fitting.

ADDITIONAL SAVINGS

Additional Pairs of Glasses

Members receive a 20% savings on additional pairs of prescription and non -prescription glasses from most CEC in -network providers within 12 months of their last eye exam.

LASIK Discounts

Enjoy discounts up to 35% with participating providers, including QualSight LASIK, TLC Laser Eye Center, LasikPlus, and the LASIK Vision Institute.

Special Offers

A variety of special offers are available to CEC members , including savings on health, wellness, travel, entertainment, hearing aids with TruHearing, and more . To view all offers , visit cecvision.com/members/special -offers

Experience Peace of Mind with Our 20/20 Member Guarantee - The CEC 20/20 Member Guarantee ensures your complete satisfaction with services received from a CEC network provider. If you aren't happy with the services or products received when using your benefit, con tact our Customer Service Department for assistance.

City of Kannapolis

July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027

PLEASE NOTE: EMPLOYEES MAY ENROLL IN EITHER HEALTH PLAN

Non-Wellness - Employees and/or their covered spouses who elect not to participate or are non-compliant with the Wellness Program will have $50 per pay period added for each premium listed above.

For eligible employees enrolled in the Blue Options HSA Plan: The City of Kannapolis will contribute a lump sum of $2,200 to the employee's Health Savings Account managed by Health Equity.

Non-Wellness - Employees and/or their covered spouses who elect not to participate or are non-compliant with the Wellness Program will have $50 per pay added for each premium listed above.

For eligible employees enrolled in the Blue Options PPO Plan: The City of Kannapolis will contribute a lump sum of $2,000 to the employee's Health Reimbursement Account (HRA). The HRA will now be administered by Health Equity. A maximum of $3,500 per year will be rolled over from the previous plan year and will be available October 1st. If you are changing from the Copay plan to the HSA plan, federal tax laws require that any remaining balance in your HRA account of as 06/30/26 will be suspended. For this reason, it is recommended that any balances be spent by 06/30/26.

Basic Life Insurance

Even among people who have life insurance, about 1 in 5 say they don’t have enough.1

PROTECTS YOUR LOVED ONES.

Life insurance provides your loved ones with money they can use for household expenses, tuition, mortgage payments and more.

HELPS PAY YOUR FINAL EXPENSES.

Your beneficiaries may use this money to pay for your burial or cremation, and pay any outstanding medical bills.

PART OF YOUR BENEFIT PACKAGE.

Your employer pays for your coverage, as an employee. You are responsible for paying all or a portion of the cost for coverage for your spouse and child(ren).

BENEFITS

For you* 1times your Basic Annual Earnings, up to a maximum of $100,000. No medical questions asked, up to the Guaranteed Issue amount of $100,000.

Benefits are reduced at age 65 and may reduce again in subsequent years as noted in your Certificate.

Dependent Coverage

$2,500 for your spouse and $2,500 for your child(ren), with no medical questions asked.

Dependent coverage cannot exceed 100% of your coverage amount.

A full benefit is payable for a dependent child from birth to 26. A reduced benefit of $500 is payable for a child from 14 days to 6 months. (No benefit is payable for a child from birth to 14 days.)

In order to be covered, the child must depend primarily on the employee for 50% or more of their support.

*This coverage includes Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance

Dependent Life Cost: $1.06 per 24-deduction pay

Frequently asked questions

What is my AD&D benefit?

We will pay your beneficiaries an Accidental Death insurance amount that matches your Basic Life insurance amount, if you die from a covered accident. Additional benefits are available for accidental injuries (i.e., dismemberment) such as loss of limbs, fingers or sight. Refer to your Certificate for a full list of covered accidental injuries.

Do I need to answer any health questions to enroll?

If you contribute to the cost of your insurance, you may need to complete health questions if you don’t elect coverage when it’s first available to you and you want to elect at a later date, or if you want to increase coverage. To answer health questions, please fill out our Evidence of Insurability application. Health questions must be approved by Sun Life before coverage takes effect. Please see your Certificate for details.

Can I take my insurance with me if I leave my employer?

Depending upon state variations and your employer’s plan, you may have an option to continue group coverage when your employment terminates. Your employer can advise you about your options.

Can I access my life insurance if I become terminally ill?

You may apply to receive a portion of your life insurance to help cover medical and living expenses. This is called an “Accelerated Benefit” and there are some important things to know about it, including that it is not long-term-care insurance, it may be taxable and it may affect your eligibility for public assistance programs. It will also reduce the total amount of the life insurance payment we pay to your beneficiary(ies).

What happens if I become Totally Disabled?

If we determine that you are Totally Disabled and cannot work, your life insurance coverage may continue at no cost. You must meet certain requirements, as detailed in the Certificate.

How does my beneficiary file a death claim?

Your beneficiary(ies) and your employer will complete the appropriate claims forms and submit them to us. We will notify your beneficiaries when the decision is made and if we have any questions. If approved, beneficiaries may elect to receive a lump sum payment or to have the benefit paid into an account where the funds accumulate interest and can be withdrawn at any time. (State restrictions apply and options may vary by state.) If your AD&D claim for an accidental injury is approved, the benefit amount will be paid directly to you.

1.LIMRA, Facts about Life 2018.

Read the Important information section for more details including limitations and exclusions.

Important information

To become insured, you must meet the eligibility requirements set forth by your employer. Your coverage effective date will be determined by the Policy and may be delayed if you are not actively at work on the date your coverage would otherwise go into effect. Similarly, dependent coverage, if offered, may be delayed if your dependents are in the hospital (except for newborns) on the date coverage would otherwise become effective. Refer to the Certificate for details.

Limitations and exclusions

The below exclusions and limitations may vary by state law and regulations. This list may not be comprehensive. Please see the Certificate or ask your benefits administrator for details.

Life

In some states, your employer’s group policy may exclude payment for suicide that occurs within a specific time period after the insurance or increase in insurance becomes effective. Please see your Certificate for details.

Accidental Death and Dismemberment

We will not pay a benefit that is due to or results from: suicide while sane or insane; injuring oneself intentionally; committing or attempting to commit an assault, felony or other criminal act; war or an act of war; active participation in a riot, rebellion or insurrection; voluntary use of any controlled substance/illegal drugs; operation of a motorized vehicle while intoxicated; bodily or mental infirmity or disease or infection unless due to an accidental injury; riding in or driving any motor-driven vehicle in a race, stunt show, or speed test.

This Overview is preliminary to the issuance of the Policy. Refer to your Certificate for details. Receipt of this Overview does not constitute approval of coverage under the Policy. In the event of a discrepancy between this Overview, the Certificate and the Policy, the terms of the Policy will govern. Product offerings may not be available in all states and may vary depending on state laws and regulations.

Sun Life companies include Sun Life and Health Insurance Company (U.S.) and Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada (collectively, “Sun Life”).

Group life insurance policies are underwritten by Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada (Wellesley Hills, MA) in all states, except New York, under Policy Form Series 93P-LH, 98P-ADD, 12-GP-01, 15-LF-01, 12GPPort-P01, 12-LFPort-C-01, 15-ADD-C-01, 13-ADD-C-01 and 13-ADDPort-C-01.

© 2019 Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada, Wellesley Hills, MA 02481. All rights reserved. Sun Life and the globe symbol are trademarks of Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada. Visit us at www.sunlife.com/us.

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Dependent - Coverage and monthly rate Basic Life Insurance.

Rates are effective as of July , 

Basic Life coverage is contributory. You are responsible for paying for all or a part of the cost through payroll deduction.

See the total monthly cost of dependent coverage below and follow the example to figure out your per pay period cost.

*Contact your employer to confirm the portion of the cost for which you will be responsible.

Voluntary Life Insurance

MORE PROTECTION FOR YOUR LOVED ONES

The people you love and support could face financial challenges without you. Life insurance provides your loved ones with money they can use for household expenses, tuition, mortgage payments and more.

HELPS YOU CLOSE ANY COVERAGE GAPS

You may have life insurance today, either on your own or through your employer. Now is a good time to ask yourself if you need more coverage.

BENEFITS

(You can purchase this coverage at a group rate.)

For you* You can choose from $10,000 to $200,000—in increments of $10,000 not to exceed 5 times your Basic Annual Earnings. No medical questions asked up to the Guaranteed Issue amount of $200,000.

Benefits are reduced at age 65 and may reduce again in subsequent years as noted in your Certificate.

For your spouse*

If you elect coverage for yourself, you can choose from $5,000 to $50,000—in increments of $5,000. No medical questions asked up to the Guaranteed Issue amount of $50,000

The amount you select for your spouse cannot exceed 100% of your coverage amount. Coverage ends when you turn age 70.

For your child(ren)*

If you elect coverage for yourself, you can choose $5,000 or $10,000.No medical questions asked.

The amount you select for your child(ren) cannot exceed 100% of your coverage amount. Benefits may reduce as noted in your Certificate. Child(ren) must primarily depend on the employee for 50% or more of their support.

A full benefit is payable for a dependent child from birth to 26.

*This coverage includes Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance.

All Eligible Employees

POLICY #: 967100

Frequently asked questions

What is my AD&D benefit?

We will pay your beneficiaries an Accidental Death insurance amount that matches your Voluntary Life, if you die from a covered accident. Additional benefits are available for accidental injuries (i.e., dismemberment) such as loss of limbs, fingers or sight. Refer to your Certificate for a full list of covered accidental injuries. This plan includes AD&D coverage for your dependents.

Do I need to answer any health questions to enroll?

Yes, if you request an initial amount higher than the Guaranteed Issue amount or if you want to increase coverage in excess of one increment annually. To answer health questions, please fill out our Evidence of Insurability application. Health questions must be approved by Sun Life before coverage takes effect. Please see your Certificate for details.

Can I increase my coverage at a later date?

Yes. You may increase your coverage by one increment amount annually, without having to answer health questions, even if the increase means that your coverage exceeds the Guaranteed Issue amount. Your benefits administrator can advise you on how to increase coverage annually. The maximum benefit amount still applies

Can I take my insurance with me if I leave my employer?

Depending upon state variations and your employer’s plan, you may have an option to continue group coverage when your employment terminates. Your employer can advise you about your options.

Can I access my life insurance if I become terminally ill?

What happens if I become Totally Disabled?

If we determine that you are Totally Disabled and cannot work, your life insurance coverage may continue at no cost. You must meet certain requirements, as detailed in the Certificate.

How does my beneficiary file a death claim?

1.LIMRA, Facts about Life 2018.

Read the Important information section for more details including limitations and exclusions.

Important information

Limitations and exclusions

The below exclusions and limitations may vary by state law and regulations. This list may not be comprehensive. Please see the Certificate or ask your benefits administrator for details.

Life

Accidental Death and Dismemberment

Sun Life companies include Sun Life and Health Insurance Company (U.S.) and Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada (collectively, “Sun Life”).

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EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Click on the video below to learn more about Cancer Benefits!

CANCER BENEFITS

Our Cancer Assist plan helps employees protect themselves and their loved ones through their diagnosis, treatment and recovery journey.

This individual voluntary policy pays benefits that can be used for both medical and/or out-of-pocket, non-medical expenses traditional health insurance may not cover. Available exclusively at the workplace, Cancer Assist is an attractive addition to any competitive benefits package that won’t add costs to a company’s bottom line.

Talk to your benefits representative today to learn more about this product and how it helps provide extra financial protection to employees who may be impacted by cancer.

Cancer Insurance

Competitive advantages

n Composite rates.

n Four distinct plan levels, each featuring the same benefits with premiums and benefit amounts designed to meet a variety of budgets and coverage needs (benefits overview on reverse).

n Indemnity-based benefits pay exactly what’s listed for the selected plan level.

n The plan’s Family Care Benefit provides a daily benefit when a covered dependent child receives inpatient or outpatient cancer treatment.

n Employer-optional cancer wellness/health screening benefits available:

n Part One covers 24 tests. If selected, the employer chooses one of four benefit amounts for employees: $25, $50, $75 or $100. This benefit is payable once per covered person per calendar year.

n Part Two covers an invasive diagnostic test or surgical procedure if an abnormal result from a Part One test requires additional testing. This benefit is payable once per calendar year per covered person and matches the Part One benefit.

Flexible family coverage options

n Individual, Individual/Spouse, One-parent and Two-parent family policies.

n Family coverage includes eligible dependent children (to age 26) for the same rate, regardless of the number of children covered.

Attractive features

n Available for businesses with 3+ eligible employees.

n Broad range of policy issue ages, 17-75.

n Each plan level features full schedule of 30+ benefits and three optional riders (benefit amounts may vary based on plan level selected).

n Benefits don’t coordinate with any other coverage from any other insurer.

n HSA compliant.

n Guaranteed renewable.

n Portable.

n Waiver of premium if named insured is disabled due to cancer for longer than 90 consecutive days and the date of diagnosis is after the waiting period and while the policy is in force.

n Form 1099s may not be issued in most states because all benefits require that a charge is incurred. Discuss details with your benefits representative, or consult your tax adviser if you have questions.

Optional riders (available at an additional cost/payable once per covered person)

n Initial Diagnosis of Cancer Rider pays a one-time benefit for the initial diagnosis of cancer. A benefit amount in $1,000 increments from $1,000-$10,000 may be chosen. The benefit for covered dependent children is two and a half times ($2,500-25,000) the chosen benefit amount.

n Initial Diagnosis of Cancer Progressive Payment Rider pays a $50 lump-sum payment for each month the rider has been in force, after the waiting period, once cancer is first diagnosed. The issue ages for this rider are 17-64.

n Specified Disease Hospital Confinement Rider pays $300 per day for confinement to a hospital for treatment of one of 34 specified diseases covered under the rider.

Cancer Assist Benefits

Overview

This overview shows benefits available for all four plan levels and the range of benefit amounts payable for most common cancer treatments. Each benefit is payable for each covered person under the policy. Actual benefits vary based on the plan level selected.

Radiation/Chemotherapy

n Injected chemotherapy by medical personnel: $250-$1,000 once per calendar week

n Radiation delivered by medical personnel: $250-$1,000 once per calendar week

n Self-injected chemotherapy: $150-$400 once per calendar month

n Topical chemotherapy: $150-$400 once per calendar month

n Chemotherapy by pump: $150-$400 once per calendar month

n Oral hormonal chemotherapy (1-24 months): $150-$400 once per calendar month

n Oral hormonal chemotherapy (25+ months): $75-$200 once per calendar month

n Oral non-hormonal chemotherapy: $150-$400 once per calendar month

Anti-nausea Medication

$25-$60 per day, up to $100-$240 per calendar month

Medical Imaging Studies

$75-$225 per study, up to $150-$450 per calendar year

Outpatient Surgical Center

$100-$400 per day, up to $300-$1,200 per calendar year

Skin Cancer Initial Diagnosis

$300-$600 payable once per lifetime

Surgical Procedures

Inpatient and Outpatient Surgeries: $40-$70 per surgical unit, up to

$2,500-$6,000 per procedure

Reconstructive Surgery

$40-$60 per surgical unit, up to $2,500-$3,000 per procedure including 25% for general anesthesia

Anesthesia

General: 25% of Surgical Procedures Benefit

Local: $25-$50 per procedure

Hospital Confinement

30 days or less: $100-$350 per day

Each benefit requires that charges are incurred for treatment. All benefits and riders are subject to a 30-day waiting period. Waiting period means the first 30 days following the policy’s coverage effective date during which no benefits are payable. States without a waiting period will have a pre-existing condition limitation. Product has exclusions and limitations that may affect benefits payable. Benefits vary by state and may not be available in all states. See your Colonial Life benefits representative for complete details.

31 days or more: $200-$700 per day

Family Care

Inpatient and outpatient treatment for a covered dependent child: $30-$60 per day, up to $1,500-$3,000 per calendar year

Second Medical Opinion on Surgery or Treatment

$150-$300 once per lifetime

Home Health Care Services

Examples include physical therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, prosthesis and orthopedic appliances, durable medical equipment: $50-$150 per day, up to the greater of 30 days per calendar year or twice the number of days hospitalized per calendar year

Hospice Care

Initial: $1,000 once per lifetime

Daily: $50 per day

$15,000 maximum for initial and daily hospice care per lifetime

Transportation and Lodging

n Transportation for treatment more than 50 miles from covered person’s home:

$0.50 per mile, up to $1,000-$1,500 per round trip

n Companion Transportation (for any companion, not just a family member) for commercial travel when treatment is more than 50 miles from covered person’s home:

$0.50 per mile, up to $1,000-$1,500 per round trip

n Lodging for the covered person or any one adult companion or family member when treatment is more than 50 miles from the covered person’s home:

$50-$80 per day, up to 70 days per calendar year

Benefits also included in each plan

Air Ambulance, Ambulance, Blood/Plasma/Platelets/Immunoglobulins, Bone Marrow or Peripheral Stem Cell Donation, Bone Marrow Donor Screening, Bone Marrow or Peripheral Stem Cell Transplant, Cancer Vaccine, Egg(s) Extraction or Harvesting/Sperm Collection and Storage (Cryopreservation), Experimental Treatment, Hair/External Breast/Voice Box Prosthesis, Private Full-time Nursing Services, Prosthetic Device/Artificial Limb, Skilled Nursing Facility, Supportive or Protective Care Drugs and Colony Stimulating Factors

To encourage early detection, our cancer insurance offers benefits for wellness and health screening tests.

For more information, talk with your benefits counselor.

Cancer Insurance Wellness Benefits

Part One: Cancer Wellness/Health Screening

Provided when one of the tests listed below is performed after the waiting period and while the policy is in force. Payable once per calendar year, per covered person.

Cancer Wellness Tests

■ Bone marrow testing

■ Breast ultrasound

■ CA 15-3 [blood test for breast cancer]

■ CA 125 [blood test for ovarian cancer]

■ CEA [blood test for colon cancer]

■ Chest X-ray

■ Colonoscopy

■ Flexible sigmoidoscopy

■ Hemoccult stool analysis

■ Mammography

■ Pap smear

■ PSA [blood test for prostate cancer]

■ Serum protein electrophoresis [blood test for myeloma]

■ Skin biopsy

■ Thermography

■ ThinPrep pap test

■ Virtual colonoscopy

Health Screening Tests

■ Blood test for triglycerides

■ Carotid Doppler

■ Echocardiogram [ECHO]

■ Electrocardiogram [EKG, ECG]

■ Fasting blood glucose test

■ Serum cholesterol test for HDL and LDL levels

■ Stress test on a bicycle or treadmill

Part Two: Cancer Wellness — Additional Invasive Diagnostic Test or Surgical Procedure

Provided when a doctor performs a diagnostic test or surgical procedure after the waiting period as the result of an abnormal result from one of the covered cancer wellness tests in Part One. We will pay the benefit regardless of the test results. Payable once per calendar year, per covered person.

Waiting period means the first 30 days following the policy’s coverage effective date during which no benefits are payable.

The policy has exclusions and limitations. For cost and complete details of the coverage, see your Colonial Life benefits counselor. Coverage may vary by state and may not be available in all states. Applicable to policy form CanAssist (and state abbreviations where applicable – for example: CanAssist-TX).

Individual Cancer Insurance Description of Benefits

CANCER BENEFIT PREMIUMS

Click on the video below to learn more about Critical Illness Benefits!

CRITICAL ILLNESS BENEFITS

An unexpected moment changes life forever

Chris was mowing the lawn when he suffered a stroke. His recovery will be challenging and he's worried, since his family relies on his income. HOW

The lump-sum payment from his critical illness insurance helped pay for:

Group Critical Illness Insurance

When life takes an unexpected turn due to a critical illness diagnosis, your focus should be on recovery — not finances. Colonial Life’s group critical illness insurance helps provide financial support by providing a lump-sum benefit payable directly to you for your greatest needs. Coverage amount:

For illustrative purposes only.

Available coverage for spouse and eligible dependent children at 50% of your coverage amount

Cover your eligible dependent children at no additional cost

Receive coverage regardless of medical history, within specified limits

Works alongside your health savings account (HSA)

Benefits payable regardless of other insurance

Subsequent diagnosis of a different critical illness2

If you receive a benefit for a critical illness, and are later diagnosed with a different critical illness, 100% of the coverage amount may be payable for that particular critical illness.

Subsequent diagnosis of the same critical illness2

If you receive a benefit for a critical illness, and are later diagnosed with the same critical illness,3 25% of the coverage amount may be payable for that critical illness.

Additional covered conditions for dependent children

For more information, talk with your benefits counselor.

Preparing for the unexpected is simpler than you think. With Colonial Life, youʼll have the support you need to face lifeʼs toughest challenges.

1. Refer to the certificate for complete definitions of covered conditions.

2. Dates of diagnoses of a covered critical illness must be separated by more than 180 days.

3. Critical illnesses that do not qualify include: coronary artery disease, loss of hearing, loss of sight, loss of speech, and occupational infectious HIV or occupational infectious hepatitis B,C,or D.

THIS INSURANCE PROVIDES LIMITED BENEFITS

Insureds in MA must be covered by comprehensive health insurance before applying for this coverage.

EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS FOR CRITICAL ILLNESS

We will not pay the Critical Illness Benefit, Benefits Payable Upon Subsequent Diagnosis of a Critical Illness or Additional Critical Illness Benefit for Dependent Children that occurs as a result of a covered person’s: alcoholism or drug addiction; felonies or illegal occupations; intoxicants and narcotics; suicide or injuring oneself intentionally, whether sane or not; war or armed conflict; or pre-existing condition, unless the covered person has satisfied the pre-existing condition limitation period shown on the Certificate Schedule on the date the covered person is diagnosed with a critical illness.

PRE-EXISTING CONDITION LIMITATION

This information is not intended to be a complete description of the insurance coverage available. The insurance or its provisions may vary or be unavailable in some states. The insurance has exclusions and limitations which may affect any benefits payable. Applicable to policy form GCI6000-P and certificate form GCI6000-C (including state abbreviations where used, for example: GCI6000-C-TX). For cost and complete details of coverage, call or write your Colonial Life benefits counselor or the company.

Preparing for a lifelong journey

Rebecca

Group Critical Illness Insurance Plan 2

When life takes an unexpected turn, your focus should be on recovery — not finances. Colonial Life’s group critical illness insurance helps relieve financial worries by providing a lump-sum benefit payable directly to you to use as needed. Coverage amount: ____________________________

Critical illness and cancer benefits

Available coverage for spouse and eligible dependent children at 50% of your coverage amount

Cover your eligible dependent children at no additional cost

Receive coverage regardless of medical history, within specified limits

Works alongside your health savings account (HSA)

Benefits payable regardless of other insurance

For more information, talk with your benefits counselor.

Subsequent diagnosis of a different critical illness2

If you receive a benefit for a critical illness, and are later diagnosed with a different critical illness, 100% of the coverage amount may be payable for that particular critical illness.

Subsequent diagnosis of the same critical illness2

If you receive a benefit for a critical illness, and are later diagnosed with the same critical illness,3 25% of the coverage amount is payable for that critical illness.

Reoccurrence of invasive cancer (including all breast cancer)

If you receive a benefit for invasive cancer and are later diagnosed with a reoccurrence of invasive cancer, 25% of the coverage amount is payable if treatment-free for at least 12 months and in complete remission prior to the date of reoccurrence; excludes non-invasive or skin cancer.

Additional covered conditions for dependent children

Preparing for the unexpected is simpler than you think. With Colonial Life, youʼll have the support you need to face lifeʼs toughest challenges.

1. Refer to the certificate for complete definitions of covered conditions.

2. Dates of diagnoses of a covered critical illness must be separated by more than 180 days.

THIS INSURANCE PROVIDES LIMITED BENEFITS

Insureds in MA must be covered by comprehensive health insurance before applying for this coverage.

EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS FOR CRITICAL ILLNESS

EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS FOR CANCER

We will not pay the Invasive Cancer (including all Breast Cancer) Benefit, Non-Invasive Cancer Benefit, Benefit Payable Upon Reoccurrence of Invasive Cancer (including all Breast Cancer) or Skin Cancer Initial Diagnosis Benefit for a covered person’s invasive cancer or non-invasive cancer that: is diagnosed or treated outside the territorial limits of the United States, its possessions, or the countries of Canada and Mexico; is a pre-existing condition, unless the covered person has satisfied the pre-existing condition limitation period shown on the Certificate Schedule on the date the covered person is initially diagnosed as having invasive or non-invasive cancer. No pre-existing condition limitation will be applied for dependent children who are born or adopted while the named insured is covered under the certificate, and who are continuously covered from the date of birth or adoption.

PRE-EXISTING CONDITION LIMITATION

We will not pay a benefit for a pre-existing condition that occurs during the 12-month period after the coverage effective date. Pre-existing condition means a sickness or physical condition for which a covered person was treated, had medical testing, received medical advice or had taken medication within 12 months before the coverage effective date. This information is not intended to be a complete description of the insurance coverage available. The insurance or its provisions may vary or be unavailable in some states. The insurance has exclusions and limitations which may affect any benefits payable. Applicable to policy form GCI6000-P and certificate form GCI6000-C (including state abbreviations where used, for example: GCI6000-C-TX). For cost and complete details of coverage, call or write your Colonial Life benefits counselor or the company.

Group Critical Illness Insurance

First Diagnosis Building Benefit Rider

For more information, talk with your benefits counselor.

The first diagnosis building benefit rider provides a lump-sum payment in addition to the coverage amount when you are diagnosed with a covered critical illness or invasive cancer (including all breast cancer). This benefit is for you and all your covered family members.

First diagnosis building benefit

Payable once per covered person per lifetime

¾ Named insured

¾ Covered spouse/dependent children

Accumulates $1,000 each year

Accumulates $500 each year

The benefit amount accumulates each rider year the rider is in force before a diagnosis is made, up to a maximum of 10 years.

If diagnosed with a covered critical illness or invasive cancer (including all breast cancer) before the end of the first rider year, the rider will provide one-half of the annual building benefit amount. Coronary artery disease is not a covered critical illness. Non-invasive and skin cancer are not covered cancer conditions.

This information is not intended to be a complete description of the insurance coverage available. The insurance or its provisions may vary or be unavailable in some states. The insurance has exclusions and limitations which may affect any benefits payable. Applicable to policy form GCI6000-P and certificate form GCI6000-C (including state abbreviations where used, for example: GCI6000-C-TX) and rider form R-GCI6000-BB. For cost and complete details of coverage, call or write your Colonial Life benefits counselor or the company.

Group Critical Illness Insurance

Infectious Diseases Rider

The sudden onset of an infectious or contagious disease can create unexpected circumstances for you or your family. The infectious diseases rider provides a lump sum which can be used toward health care expenses or meeting day-today needs. These benefits are for you as well as your covered family members.

Hospital confinement for seven or more consecutive days for treatment of the disease

1. Refer to the certificate for complete definitions of covered diseases.

THIS INSURANCE PROVIDES LIMITED BENEFITS.

EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS FOR INFECTIOUS DISEASES RIDER

We will not pay benefits for a covered infectious disease that occurs as a result of a covered person’s: alcoholism or drug addiction; felonies or illegal occupations; intoxicants and narcotics; suicide or injuring oneself intentionally, whether sane or not; war or armed conflict; or pre-existing condition, unless the covered person has satisfied the pre-existing condition limitation period shown on the Certificate Schedule on the date the covered person is diagnosed with a covered infectious disease.

PRE-EXISTING CONDITION LIMITATION

We will not pay a benefit for a pre-existing condition that occurs during the 12-month period after the coverage effective date. Pre-existing condition means a sickness or physical condition for which a covered person was treated, had medical testing, received medical advice or had taken medication within 12 months before the coverage effective date. This information is not intended to be a complete description of the insurance coverage available. The insurance or its provisions may vary or be unavailable in some states. The insurance has exclusions and limitations which may affect any benefits payable. Applicable to policy form GCI6000-P and certificate form GCI6000-C (including state abbreviations where used, for example: GCI6000-C-TX) and rider form R-GCI6000-INF. For cost and complete details of coverage, call or write your Colonial Life benefits counselor or the company.

Group Critical Illness Insurance Progressive Diseases Rider

For more information, talk with your benefits counselor.

The debilitating effects of a progressive disease not only impact you physically, but financially as well. Changes in lifestyle may require home modification, additional medical treatment and other expenses. These benefits are for you as well as your covered family members.

Payable for each covered progressive disease once per covered person per lifetime

This benefit is payable if the covered person is unable to perform two or more activities of daily living2 and the 90-day elimination period has been met.

1. Refer to the certificate for complete definitions of covered diseases.

2. Activities of daily living include bathing, continence, dressing, eating, toileting and transferring.

THIS INSURANCE PROVIDES LIMITED BENEFITS.

EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS FOR PROGRESSIVE DISEASES RIDER

We will not pay benefits for a covered progressive disease that occurs as a result of a covered person’s: alcoholism or drug addiction; felonies or illegal occupations; intoxicants and narcotics; suicide or injuring oneself intentionally, whether sane or not; war or armed conflict; or pre-existing condition, unless the covered person has satisfied the preexisting condition limitation period shown on the Certificate Schedule on the date the covered person is diagnosed with a covered progressive disease.

PRE-EXISTING CONDITION LIMITATION

We will not pay a benefit for a pre-existing condition that occurs during the 12-month period after the coverage effective date. Pre-existing condition means a sickness or physical condition for which a covered person was treated, had medical testing, received medical advice or had taken medication within 12 months before the coverage effective date. This information is not intended to be a complete description of the insurance coverage available. The insurance or its provisions may vary or be unavailable in some states. The insurance has exclusions and limitations which may affect any benefits payable. Applicable to policy form GCI6000-P and certificate form GCI6000-C (including state abbreviations where used, for example: GCI6000-C-TX) and rider form R-GCI6000-PD. For cost and complete details of coverage, call or write your Colonial Life benefits counselor or the company.

STATE-SPECIFIC EXCLUSIONS

Group Critical Illness Insurance

Exclusions and Limitations

AK: Alcoholism or Drug Addiction Exclusion does not apply

CO: Suicide exclusion: whether sane or not replaced with while sane

CT: Alcoholism or Drug Addiction Exclusion replaced with Intoxication or Drug Addiction; Felonies or Illegal Occupations Exclusion replaced with Felonies; Intoxicants and Narcotics Exclusion does not apply

DE: Alcoholism or Drug Addiction Exclusion does not apply

IA: Exclusions and Limitations headers renamed to Exclusions and Limitations for Critical Illness Covered Conditions and Critical Illness Cancer Covered Conditions

ID: War or Armed Conflict Exclusion replaced with War; Felonies and Illegal Occupations Exclusion replaced with Felonies; Intoxicants and Narcotics Exclusion does not apply; Domestic Partner added to Spouse IL: Alcoholism or Drug Addiction Exclusion replaced with Alcoholism or Substance Abuse Disorder

KS: Alcoholism or Drug Addiction Exclusion does not apply

KY: Alcoholism or Drug Addiction Exclusion does not apply; Intoxicants and Narcotics Exclusion replaced with Intoxicants, Narcotics and Hallucinogenics.

LA: Alcoholism or Drug Addiction Exclusion does not apply; Domestic Partner added to Spouse

MA: Exclusions and Limitations headers renamed to Limitations and Exclusions for critical illness and cancer

MI: Intoxicants and Narcotics Exclusion does not apply; Suicide Exclusion does not apply

MN: Alcoholism or Drug Addiction Exclusion does not apply; Suicide Exclusion does not apply; Felonies and Illegal Occupations Exclusion replaced with Felonies or Illegal Jobs; Intoxicants and Narcotics Exclusion replaced with Narcotic Addiction

MS: Alcoholism or Drug Addiction Exclusion does not apply

ND: Alcoholism or Drug Addiction Exclusion does not apply

NV: Intoxicants and Narcotics Exclusion does not apply; Domestic Partner added to Spouse

PA: Alcoholism or Drug Addiction Exclusion does not apply; Suicide Exclusion: whether sane or not removed

SD: Alcoholism or Drug Addiction Exclusion does not apply; Intoxicants and Narcotics Exclusion does not apply

TX: Alcoholism or Drug Addiction Exclusion does not apply; Doctor or Physician Relationship added as an additional exclusion

UT: Alcoholism or Drug Addiction Exclusion replaced with Alcoholism

VT: Alcoholism or Drug Addiction Exclusion does not apply; Intoxicants and Narcotics Exclusion does not apply; Suicide Exclusion: whether sane or not removed

STATE-SPECIFIC PRE-EXISTING CONDITION LIMITATIONS

FL: Pre-existing is 6/12; Pre-existing Condition means a sickness or physical condition for which a covered person was treated, had medical testing, received medical advice or had taken medication within six months before the coverage effective date shown on the Certificate Schedule. Genetic information is not a pre-existing condition in the absence of a diagnosis of the condition related to such information.

GA: Pre-existing Condition means the existence of symptoms which would cause an ordinarily prudent person to seek diagnosis, care, or treatment, or a condition for which medical advice or treatment was recommended by or received within 12 months preceding the coverage effective date.

ID: Pre-existing is 6 months/12 months; Pre-existing Condition means a sickness or physical condition which caused a covered person to seek medical advice, diagnosis, care or treatment during the six months immediately preceding the coverage effective date shown on the Certificate Schedule.

IL: Pre-existing Condition means a sickness or physical condition for which a covered person was diagnosed, treated, had medical testing by a legally qualified physician, received medical advice, produced symptoms or had taken medication within 12 months before the coverage effective date shown on the Schedule of Benefits.

IN: Pre-existing is 6 months/12 months

MA: Pre-existing is 6 months/12 months; Pre-existing Condition means a sickness or physical condition for which a covered person was treated, had medical testing, or received medical advice within six months before the coverage effective date shown on the Certificate Schedule.

ME: Pre-existing is 6 months/6 months; Pre-existing Condition means a sickness or physical condition for which a covered person was treated, had medical testing, or received medical advice within six months before the coverage effective date shown on the Certificate Schedule.

MI: Pre-existing is 6 months/6 months

NC: Pre-existing Condition means those conditions for which medical advice, diagnosis, care, or treatment was received or recommended within the one-year period immediately preceding the effective date of a covered person. If a covered person is 65 or older when this certificate is issued, pre-existing conditions for that covered person will include only conditions specifically eliminated.

NV: Pre-existing is 6 months/12 months; Pre-existing Condition means a sickness or physical condition for which a covered person was treated, had medical testing, received medical advice or had taken medication within six months before the coverage effective date. Pre-existing Condition does not include genetic information in the absence of a diagnosis of the condition related to such information.

PA: Pre-existing is 90 days/12 months; Pre-existing Condition means a disease or physical condition for which you received medical advice or treatment within 90 days before the coverage effective date shown on the Certificate Schedule.

SD: Pre-existing is 6 months/12 months

TX: Pre-existing condition means a sickness or physical condition for which a covered person received medical advice or treatment within 12 months before the coverage effective date shown on the Certificate Schedule.

UT: Pre-existing is 6 months/6 months

This information is not intended to be a complete description of the insurance coverage available. The insurance, its name or its provisions may vary or be unavailable in some states. The insurance has exclusions and limitations which may affect any benefits payable. Applicable to policy form GCI6000-P and certificate form GCI6000-C (including state abbreviations where used, for example: GCI6000-C-TX). For cost and complete details of coverage, call or write your Colonial Life benefits counselor or the company. This form is not complete without base form 385403, 387100, 387169, 402383, 402558 or 387238, and rider form 387307, 387381, 387452, 387523, 387594, 387665, 402605 or 402671. Underwritten by Colonial Life & Accident Insurance Company, Columbia, SC.

CRITICAL ILLNESS BENEFIT PREMIUMS

Click on the video below to learn more about Short-Term Disability Benefits!

SHORT-TERM DISABILITY BENEFITS

Short-Term Disability Insurance

COMMON CAUSES OF DISABILITY

Digestive disorders

PROTECTS YOUR INCOME WHEN YOU CAN’T WORK.

If you’re unable to work because of a covered disability, Short-Term Disability insurance replaces a portion of your income in addition to providing other services and benefits that help you return to work.

PROVIDES YOU WITH A WEEKLY CHECK.

After your claim is approved, you will receive a check for your benefits that helps you pay everyday expenses like your mortgage or rent, childcare and groceries.

PART OF YOUR BENEFIT PACKAGE.

This benefit is completely paid for by your employer.

BENEFITS

Weekly benefit after your claim is approved

You will receive a check for your benefits on a weekly basis. It will replace 60% of your Total Weekly Earnings, up to $500 each week.

When benefits begin Benefits begin as soon as 8 days from the date you are unable to work due to an injury and 8 days due to an illness.

Benefits may be paid for

Additional plan information

Up to 25 weeks, as long as you are still unable to work due to a covered disability.

This plan provides a benefit for covered disabilities resulting from illness or injury that are not work-related.

SHORT-TERM DISABILITY FAST FACTS

1 in 4

workers

will miss up to 3 months of work due to disability during their career.1

More than three-quarters of workers are living paycheck to paycheck.2

Frequently asked questions

How do I file a Short-Term Disability claim?

If you become disabled after the effective date of coverage, check with your employer to make sure you are eligible for benefits. You can file a claim with us by downloading forms from our website. We’ll ask you and your doctor to provide information about your medical condition and your expected recovery.

How do I qualify for benefits?

You’ll start receiving disability payments if you satisfy the Elimination Period (see “When benefits begin” in the table) and meet the policy’s definition of disability. Generally, disability is defined as your inability to perform some or all of your job duties due to your injury, illness or pregnancy and may require that you have also had a certain percentage of earnings loss due to your disability. Please see your Certificate for details.

Can I work while I’m disabled?

Your plan is designed to encourage and support your return to work. If you are able to work part-time, for example, you may receive part of your benefit while working.

Will income from other sources affect my benefit? Your benefit may be reduced by Social Security benefits; disability benefits from retirement, government plans or state disability income such as California SDI; state paid family and medical leaves; other group disability plans; no-fault benefits, salary continuance or sick leave; and return-to-work earnings. For more information, contact your benefits administrator.

How is my benefit taxed?

If you or your employer pays for all or part of the cost of coverage on a pre-tax basis, all or part of your benefit amount will be Form W-2 taxable income. In these situations, FICA tax deductions may reduce the amount we will pay you.

The group disability insurance policies described in this advertisement provide disability income insurance only.

1.Realitycheckup.org, Council for Disability Awareness, 2018

2.“Living Paycheck to Paycheck is a Way of Life for Majority of U.S. Workers,” CareerBuilder.com, Aug. 2017.

Read the Important information section for more details including limitations and exclusions.

Important information

The following coverage(s) do not constitute comprehensive health insurance (often referred to as “major medical coverage”). They do NOT provide basic hospital, basic medical, or major medical insurance.

Limitations and exclusions

The below exclusions and limitations may vary by state law and regulations. This list may not be comprehensive. Please see the Certificate or ask your benefits administrator for details.

Short-Term Disability

We will not pay a benefit that is caused by, contributed to in any way or resulting from: intentionally self-inflicted injuries; committing or attempting to commit an assault, felony or other criminal act; war or an act of war; active participation in a riot, rebellion or insurrection; operation of a motorized vehicle while intoxicated. We will not pay a benefit for any accident or sickness covered by Worker’s Compensation or similar law; or for any work-related illness or injuries unless otherwise stated previously; or if you do not submit proof of your loss as required by us (this covers medical examination, continuing care, death certificate, medical records, etc.).

Sun Life companies include Sun Life and Health Insurance Company (U.S.) and Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada (collectively, “Sun Life”).

Group insurance policies are underwritten by Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada (Wellesley Hills, MA) in all states, except New York, under Policy Form Series 93P-LH, 15-GP-01, 12-DI-C-01, 16-DI-C-01, TDBPOLICY-2006 and TDI-POLICY..

GVBH-EE-8384 SLPC 29579

Individual Short-Term Disability Insurance

You never know when a disability could impact your way of life. Fortunately, there’s a way to help protect your income. If an accident or sickness prevents you from earning a paycheck, disability insurance can provide a monthly benefit to help you cover your ongoing expenses.

Can you afford to not protect your paycheck?

You don’t have the same lifestyle expenses as the next person. That’s why you need disability coverage that can be customized to fit your specific needs.

After calculating your monthly expenses, your benefits counselor can help you complete the benefits worksheet.

Benefits worksheet

How much coverage do I need?

Monthly benefit amount for off-job accident and off-job sickness: ______________

Choose a monthly benefit amount between $400 and $6,500.*

If your plan includes on-job accident/sickness benefits, the benefit is 50% of the off-job amount.

How long will I receive benefits?

Benefit period: _______ months

The partial disability benefit period is three months.

When will my total disability benefits start?

After an accident: _______ days After a sickness: _______ days

Product information

Total disability definition

Totally disabled or total disability means you are: unable to perform the material and substantial duties of your job, not working at any job, and under the regular and appropriate care of a physician.

How partial disability works

If you are able to return to work part-time after at least 14 days of being paid for a total disability, you may be able to still receive 50% of your total disability benefit.

Waiver of premium

We will waive your premium payments after 90 consecutive days of a covered disability.

Geographical limitations

If you are disabled while outside of the United States, Canada or Mexico, you may receive benefits for up to 60 days before you have to return to the U.S. in order to continue receiving benefits.

Issue age

Coverage is available from ages 17 to 74.

Keep your coverage

You can keep your coverage to age 75 at no additional cost, even if you change jobs, as long as you pay your premiums when they are due.

Premium

Your premium is based on your age when you purchase coverage and the amount of coverage you are eligible to buy. Your premium will not change as you age.

For more information, talk with your benefits counselor.

EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS

We will not pay benefits for losses that are caused by, contributed to by or occur as the result of: cosmetic surgery, felonies or illegal occupations, flying, hazardous avocations, intoxicants and narcotics, psychiatric or psychological conditions, racing, semi-professional or professional sports, substance abuse, suicide or injuries which you intentionally do to yourself, war or armed conflict. We will not pay for benefits due to being pregnant before the policy coverage effective date shown in the policy schedule, if medical advice, diagnosis, care or treatment was received or recommended within the one-year period immediately preceding the policy coverage effective date shown on the policy schedule. We will not pay for loss when the disability is a pre-existing condition as described in the policy.

For cost and complete details, see your Colonial Life benefits counselor. Applicable to policy form ISTD3000-NC and rider form ISTD3000-ADIB-NC. This is not an insurance contract and only the actual policy and rider provisions will control.

The optional health screening benefit can help you reduce the risk of serious illness through early detection.

Health screening benefit

Maximum of one health screening test per calendar year; subject to a 30-day waiting period following the effective date of the rider

Blood test for triglycerides

Bone marrow testing

Breast ultrasound

CA 15-3 (blood test for breast cancer)

CA 125 (blood test for ovarian cancer)

Carotid Doppler

CEA (blood test for colon cancer)

Chest X-ray

Colonoscopy

Echocardiogram (ECHO)

Electrocardiogram (EKG, ECG)

Fasting blood glucose test

Flexible sigmoidoscopy

Hemoccult stool analysis

Mammography

With the health screening benefit:

Pap smear

PSA (blood test for prostate cancer)

Serum cholesterol test for HDL and LDL levels

Serum protein electrophoresis (blood test for myeloma)

Skin cancer biopsy

Stress test on a bicycle or treadmill

Thermography

ThinPrep pap test

Virtual colonoscopy

You’re paid regardless of any insurance you have with other companies.

You can keep coverage to age 75 as long as premiums are paid when they are due.

$50

Individual Short-Term Disability Insurance Psychiatric

and Psychological Benefit

For more information, talk with your benefits counselor.

Although illnesses and accidents are often associated with disabilities, mental disorders can also leave you unable to earn an income.

If you’re disabled with a covered psychiatric or covered psychological condition, disability insurance from Colonial Life & Accident Insurance Company pays a monthly benefit that can help provide financial support while you focus on recovery.

Psychiatric and psychological benefit

There is a maximum six-month benefit period limitation for any one occurrence of a psychiatric or psychological condition. There is a three-month benefit period limitation if you have a three-month benefit period.

There is a 24-month cumulative lifetime maximum benefit period for all psychiatric or psychological conditions. This maximum includes a combination of total disability and partial disability occurrences.

SHORT-TERM DISABILITY PREMIUMS

Accident and On/Off-Job Sickness Coverage

Ages: 65-74

Ages: 50-64

Ages: 65-74

Elimination

Ages: 17-49

Ages: 50-64

Ages: 65-74

Ages: 17-49

Ages: 50-64

Ages: 65-74

Click on the video below to learn more about Long-Term Disability Benefits!

LONG-TERM DISABILITY BENEFITS

Voluntary Long-Term Disability Insurance

Benefit Highlights

Protect your paycheck for the long term

If you’re unable to work because of a covered disability, Long-Term Disability insurance replaces a portion of your income. After your claim is approved, you will receive a monthly check for your benefits that helps you pay everyday expenses like your mortgage or rent, childcare and groceries. Benefits De scri ption M

W h en b en ef i t s b eg i n

B en ef i t s m a y b e p a i d f o r

You will receive a check for your benefits on a monthly basis based on the plan you choose. See description below.

Benefits begin as soon as 180 days from the date of your disability.

Depending on the plan you choose, benefits will be paid for 2 year s, up to age 65 or up to Social Security Normal Retirement age. See description below. A

This plan provides a benefit for covered disabilities resulting from illness or injury that occur on or off the job.

Benefits (You can purchase this coverage at a group rate)

, u p t o $5, 000 ea ch m on t h

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I t w i l l r epl a ce 60% of y ou r T ot a l M on t h l y

Ea r n i n g s , u p t o $5, 000 ea ch m on t h

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Long-Term Disability Frequently Asked Questions

Read the important plan provisions section for more information including limitations and exclusions.

Accident Insurance

If you are in an accident, your focus should be on recovery, not how you’re going to pay your bills. Colonial Life Accident Insurance can pay benefits directly to you to use however you like — from medical costs to everyday expenses — offering financial support when you need it.

• Benefits payable directly to you

• No medical questions to qualify for coverage

• Coverage for simple and complex injuries

• Benefits payable regardless of other insurance

• Worldwide coverage

• Works alongside your Health Savings Account (HSA)

JACOB’S

Olivia was driving to the store when she got into a car accident. Olivia’s accident benefits helped cover her annual deductible and co-payments.

Olivia arrived by ambulance at the nearest emergency room and received immediate care.

• Ambulance — ground or water • Accident emergency treatment • Injury due to auto accident

The doctor ordered an X-ray and discovered Olivia had fractured her thigh (femur). He also ordered a CT scan of her head to check for a brain injury. • X-ray

Medical imaging (CT)

Thigh fracture — femur (surgical)

• Hospital admission

Olivia was admitted to the hospital for surgery on her leg. She was confined for three days.

Olivia had eight sessions of physical therapy to help regain the strength in her leg.

Over the next several weeks, she had six follow-up appointments with her doctor.

For illustrative purposes only for covered accidents. Beneﬁt amounts may vary and may not cover all expenses.

• Surgery (exploratory/arthroscopic)

• Hospital confinement (3 days)

• Physical therapy (8 days) •

Summary of Benefits

Benefits are per covered person per covered accident unless stated otherwise.

Initial care

Accident emergency treatment......................... $125

Hospital emergency room, urgent care facility or physician’s office

Accidental injury due to an automobile accident1 ........ $250

Air ambulance2......................................$2,000

Ambulance — ground or water2 ........................ $200

Observation room ............................. $150 per day (up to two days per calendar year)

X-ray................................................. $30

Common accidental injuries

Burn ....................................... $1,000–$12,000 (based on size and degree)

Burn — skin graft .............. 50% of applicable burn benefit

Coma ............................................. $12,500 (lasting for seven or more consecutive days)

Concussion $150

Dislocation — separated joint

• Non-surgical — repair ....................... $100–$2,250

Examples: elbow: $500 | ankle: $1,000 | hip: $2,250

• Incomplete dislocation — or dislocation without anesthesia 25% (payable as a % of the applicable dislocation beneﬁt)

• Surgical — repair ............................ $200–$4,500

Examples: elbow: $1,000 | ankle: $2,000 | hip: $4,500

Emergency dental work .......................... $100–$300

Dental extraction or dental crown, denture or implant

Eye injury — with surgical repair or removal of a foreign object ............................ $200

Fracture — complete

• Non-surgical — repair

$250–$3,000

Examples: hand/foot: $375 | collarbone: $625 | leg: $1,000

• Chip fracture ....................................... 25% (payable as a % of the applicable fracture beneﬁt )

• Surgical — repair

$450–$5,000

Examples: hand/foot: $750 | collarbone: $1,250 | leg: $2,000

OLIVIA’S ACCIDENT BENEFITS

Hearing-loss injuries3 .................................. $120

Knee cartilage — torn — with surgical repair ............. $650

Laceration ...................................... $30–$600 (based on repair and length)

Ruptured disc — with surgical repair $750

Tendon/ligament/rotator cuff — with surgical repair

• One ............................................... $650

• Two or more ...................................... $1,300

Hospital care

Hospital admission

$1,000

Hospital confinement $250 per day (up to 365 days)

Hospital sub-acute intensive care unit confinement ............................. $325 per day (up to 30 days)

Intensive care unit admission

$2,000

Intensive care unit confinement $450 per day (up to 15 days)

Surgical care

Blood/plasma/platelets — transfusion

$300 Surgery $200–$1,500 (based on type of repair and surgery)

Transportation and lodging

Transportation for hospital confinement .. $600 per round trip (up to three round trips, 50+ miles from home)

Lodging–companion .......................... $125 per day (up to 30 days)

Follow-up care

Accident follow-up treatment, including transportation/telemedicine

$55 (up to six beneﬁts per covered person per covered accident and up to 12 beneﬁts per covered person per calendar year)

Medical equipment

• Tier 1...............................................

$30

Arm sling, cane, medical ring cushion, neck brace or wrist/ankle splint

• Tier 2 $100

Bedside commode, cold therapy system (cryotherapy), crutches, leg brace, shower chair, walker or walking boot

• Tier 3 ............................................. $200

Back brace, body jacket, continuous passive movement (CPM), halo, electric scooter, hospital bed (including rental), knee scooter, stair lift chair or wheelchair

Medical imaging study — CT, CAT scan, EEG, EMG, MR or MRI. .

(one per calendar year)

$200

Pain management for epidural anesthesia — non-surgical $100

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) ................. $200

Prosthetic device/artificial limb

• One ............................................... $750

• More than one .................................... $1,500

• Repair/replacement4 .......................... $375/$750 Rehabilitation unit confinement $150 per day (up to 15 days, not to exceed 30 days per calendar year)

Therapy — occupational, physical or speech ...... $35 per day (up to 10 days)

Accidental dismemberment

Accidental dismemberment ..................

$4505–$20,000

• Loss, loss of use or paralysis – hand, arm, foot, leg, sight of eye

• Loss, loss of use – ﬁnger, toe, partial dismemberment of ﬁnger or toe

Accidental dismemberment due to a catastrophic accident

• Named insured, spouse or child .................. $25,0006

• Total and irrecoverable loss, loss of use or paralysis – 180-day elimination period

• Loss of both hands, arms, feet, legs or the sight of both eyes; or any combination; or

• Loss of hearing in both ears, or loss of ability to speak

Accidental death

• Named insured, spouse $40,000

• Child $10,000

Accidental death common carrier

Examples of common carriers are mass transit trains, buses and planes

• Named insured, spouse .......................... $160,000

• Child ........................................... $30,000

For more information, contact your Colonial Life benefits counselor.

1 Requires transportation by a licensed professional air ambulance or ambulance (ground or water).

2 In Nevada, air ambulance or ambulance: We will pay this benefit directly to the provider unless the air ambulance or ambulance bill shows that all charges have been paid in full.

3 One benefit for each injured ear per covered person per lifetime.

4 One repair or replacement per prosthetic device/artificial limb per covered person per lifetime.

5 In Maine, the minimum benefit for full dismemberment of finger or toe is $1,000.

6 Payable once per lifetime per covered person.

HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNT (HSA) COMPATIBLE

This plan is compatible with HSA guidelines and any other HSA plan in which a covered family member may participate. It may also be offered to employees who do not have HSAs.

THIS POLICY PROVIDES LIMITED BENEFITS.

This coverage is a supplement to health insurance. It is not a substitute for essential health benefits or minimum essential coverage as defined in federal law. Insureds in some states must be covered by comprehensive health insurance before applying for this coverage.

EXCLUSIONS

professional sports, sickness, suicide or injuries which any covered person intentionally does to himself, war or armed conflict. In addition, we will not pay Accidental Dismemberment Due to Catastrophic Accident benefits for injuries a child sustains during birth, or for injuries that are the result of intoxication or use of narcotics.

STATE VARIATIONS FOR EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS

IL: Also includes “aviation.” Not applicable to “hazardous avocations, racing, semi-professional or professional sports.”

MT: Not applicable to “suicide or injuries which you intentionally do to yourself” and “injuries a child sustains during birth.”

NV: Not applicable to “intoxicants and narcotics.”

OK: Not applicable to “hazardous avocations, racing and semiprofessional or professional sports.” For Accidental Dismemberment Due to Catastrophic Accidents, replace “injuries a child sustains during birth, or for injuries that are the result of intoxication” with “alcoholism or drug addiction, or narcotics.”

UT: Also includes “aviation.” Not applicable to “hazardous avocations, racing, semi-professional or professional sports.”

Accident Insurance

Active Lifestyles Benefit

This benefit increases the amount you receive by 20% for your covered eligible benefits, giving you more financial protection for the unexpected.

The active lifestyles beneﬁt is available to you with accident coverage, as well as all your covered family members.

Eligible benefits1

• Concussion

• Dislocation

• Emergency dental work

• Eye injuries

• Fractures

• Knee cartilage (torn)

• Laceration

• Medical imaging study

• Ruptured disc with surgical repair

• Surgery

‐ cranial, open abdominal, thoracic/hernia

‐ exploratory and arthroscopic

• Tendon/ligament/rotator cuff with surgical repair

• X-ray

Example of a benefits calculation

$2,500 Eligible beneﬁts

$2,500 x 20% $500 Eligible benefit amount Active lifestyles benefit Active lifestyles benefit calculation

$2,500 + $500

$3,000 Eligible beneﬁt amount Active lifestyles beneﬁt

Total

For illustrative purposes only

To learn more, talk with your Colonial Life benefits counselor.

1 Active lifestyles beneﬁt applies to any combination of these injuries or services due to a covered accident.

HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNT (HSA) COMPATIBLE

This plan is compatible with HSA guidelines and any other HSA plan in which a covered family member may participate. It may also be offered to employees who do not have HSAs.

THIS POLICY PROVIDES LIMITED BENEFITS.

This coverage is a supplement to health insurance. It is not a substitute for essential health beneﬁts or minimum essential coverage as deﬁned in federal law. Insureds in some states must be covered by comprehensive health insurance before applying for this coverage.

ADDITIONAL DISCLOSURES FOR KENTUCKY

Eligibility for benefits: We will pay beneﬁts for a covered accident if any covered person sustains an injury as a result of a covered accident if:

• the covered accident occurs while the policy is in force;

• the covered accident occurs on or after the policy coverage effective date;

• the covered accident is an accident type listed on the policy schedule; and

• the covered accident is not excluded by name or speciﬁc description in the policy.

What is not covered by this policy: We will not pay beneﬁts for losses that are caused by, contributed to by or occur as a result of the covered person’s felonies or illegal occupations, hazardous avocations, racing, semi-professional or professional sports, sickness or injuries which any covered person intentionally does to himself, war or armed conflict. In addition, we also will not pay the Accidental Dismemberment due to Catastrophic Accident beneﬁt for injuries that are caused by or are the result of birth or intoxicants, narcotics and hallucinogencis.

Accident Insurance

Sickness Hospital Confinement Rider

These beneﬁts can help with medical costs related to a hospital stay for a covered sickness, including costs that your health insurance may not cover, such as co-pays and deductibles.

The sickness hospital conﬁnement rider is optional coverage available to you and all your covered family members.

Daily sickness hospital confinement

To learn more, talk with your Colonial Life benefits counselor.

$100 per day

Up to 30 days per covered person per conﬁnement for a covered sickness

Re-conﬁnement for the same or related condition within 90 days of discharge is considered a continuation of a previous conﬁnement.

HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNT (HSA) COMPATIBLE

This plan is compatible with HSA guidelines and any other HSA plan in which a covered family member may participate. It may also be offered to employees who do not have HSAs.

THIS POLICY PROVIDES LIMITED BENEFITS.

EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS

We will not pay beneﬁts for losses that are caused by, contributed to by or occur as the result of accidental injuries, alcoholism or drug addiction, dental procedures, elective procedures and cosmetic surgery, felonies or illegal occupations, psychiatric or psychological conditions, intoxicants and narcotics, psychiatric or psychological conditions, suicide or injuries which you intentionally do to yourself, war or armed conflict and well baby care.

PRE-EXISTING CONDITION LIMITATION

Pre-existing condition means a sickness or physical condition, whether diagnosed or not, for which a covered person was treated, had medical testing, received medical advice, or had taken medication within 12 months before the rider coverage effective date shown on the rider schedule. After this rider has been in force for 12 months from the rider coverage effective date shown on the rider schedule, we will pay beneﬁts as stated in the rider for any loss as the result of a pre-existing condition not excluded by name or speciﬁc description if the covered loss began at least 12 months after the rider coverage effective date.

STATE VARIATIONS FOR EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS

AK: Replace “alcoholism or drug addiction” with “intoxicants or narcotics.”

DE: Replace “alcoholism or drug addiction” with “substance abuse.”

FL: Replace “psychiatric or psychological conditions” with “mental or nervous disorders.”

IL: Pre-existing Condition Limitation deﬁnition also includes “produced symptoms.”

LA: Replace “alcoholism or drug addiction” with “intoxicants and narcotics.”

ME: Pre-existing Condition Limitation deﬁnition does not include “had taken medication.”

MO: Replace “alcoholism or drug addiction” with “substance abuse.”

MT: Pre-existing Condition Limitation deﬁnition does not include “whether diagnosed or not” or “had medical testing.”

NC: Pre-existing Conditions Limitation deﬁnition also includes “If a covered person is 65 or older when this policy is issued, pre-existing conditions for that covered person will include only conditions speciﬁcally eliminated by rider.”

OK: Replace “psychiatric or psychological conditions” with “mental or emotional conditions.”

SC: Replace “psychiatric or psychological conditions” with “mental or emotional disorders.”

SD: Not applicable to “alcoholism or drug addiction.”

UT: Replace “psychiatric or psychological conditions” with “mental or nervous disorders.”

VT: Not applicable to “alcoholism or drug abuse, psychiatric or psychological conditions, well baby care,” or the limitation for giving birth within the ﬁrst nine months after the rider coverage effective date.

ADDITIONAL DISCLOSURES FOR THE STATE OF KENTUCKY

Eligibility for Benefits: We will pay the beneﬁts for a covered accident if any covered person sustains an injury as a result of a covered accident if:

• The covered accident occurs while the policy is in force;

• The covered accident occurs on or after the policy coverage effective date;

• The covered accident is on an accident type listed on the policy schedule; and

• The covered accident is not excluded by name or speciﬁc description in the policy.

What is not covered by this policy: We will not pay beneﬁts for losses that are caused by, contributed to by or occurs as a result of the covered person’s felonies or illegal occupations, hazardous avocations, racing, semi-professional or professional sports, sickness or injuries which any covered person intentionally does to himself, war or armed conflict. In addition, we also will not pay the Accidental Dismemberment due to Catastrophic Accident beneﬁt for injuries that are caused by or are the result of birth or intoxicants, narcotics, and hallucinogenics.

Termination of this Rider: This rider will terminate on the earliest of: the date the policy to which this rider is attached terminates; the date premium for this rider is not paid by the end of the grace period; or the date we receive your written request to terminate this rider.

Noncancellable: This policy is noncancellable. We have no right to change the premiums we charge on this policy. Any riders attached to this policy may be subject to a change in premium. The premium can be changed following the approval of the Commissioner of Insurance only if we change it on all riders of the same kind in force in the state where the policy was issued. This information is not intended to be a complete description of the insurance coverage available. The policy or its provisions may vary or be unavailable in some states. The policy has exclusions and limitations which may affect any beneﬁts payable. Applicable to policy form IAC4000 and rider form R-SHC4000 (including state abbreviations where used, for example: IAC4000-AL). For cost and complete details of coverage, call or write your Colonial Life beneﬁts counselor or the company.

Underwritten by Colonial Life & Accident Insurance Company, Columbia, SC.

Accident Insurance

Wellbeing Assistance Standard Benefit

This benefit can help reduce the risk of serious illness through early detection of disease or other risk factors, giving you more protection from the unexpected.

Wellbeing assistance standard

Payable once per covered person per calendar year; subject to a 30-day waiting period1

• Blood test for triglycerides

• Bone marrow testing

• Breast ultrasound

• CA 15-3 (blood test for breast cancer)

• CA 125 (blood test for ovarian cancer)

• Carotid Doppler

• CEA (blood test for colon cancer)

• Chest X-ray

• Colonoscopy

• Echocardiogram (ECHO)

• Electrocardiogram (EKG, ECG)

• Fasting blood glucose test

• Flexible sigmoidoscopy

• Hemoccult stool analysis

• Mammography

• Pap smear2

• PSA (blood test for prostate cancer)

• Serum cholesterol test for HDL and LDL levels

• Serum protein electrophoresis (blood test for myeloma)

• Skin cancer biopsy

• Stress test on a bicycle or treadmill

• Thermography

• ThinPrep pap test2

• Virtual colonoscopy

To learn more, talk with your Colonial Life benefits counselor .

1 No waiting period in ID, MD, MO, VA and VT.

2 In WV only, benefit is also payable for human papillomavirus screening test.

THIS POLICY PROVIDES LIMITED BENEFITS

EXCLUSIONS FOR ARIZONA

We will not pay benefits for losses that are caused by, contributed to by or occur as the result of a covered personʼs felonies or illegal occupations, hazardous avocations, racing, semi-professional or professional sports, sickness, suicide or injuries which any covered person intentionally does to himself, war or armed conflict. In addition, we will not pay Accidental Dismemberment Due to Catastrophic Accident benefit for injuries a child sustains during birth, or for injuries that are the result of intoxication or use of narcotics.

ADDITIONAL DISCLOSURES FOR KENTUCKY

Waiting Period: Waiting period means the first 30 days following each covered person’s coverage effective date during which no benefits are payable.

Eligibility for Benefits: We will pay the benefits for a covered accident if any covered person sustains an injury as a result of a covered accident if:

• The covered accident occurs while the policy is in force;

• The covered accident occurs on or after the policy coverage effective date;

• The covered accident is on an accident type listed on the policy schedule; and

• The covered accident is not excluded by name or specific description in the policy.

In addition, we also will not pay the Accidental Dismemberment due to Catastrophic Accident benefit for injuries that are caused by or are the result of birth or intoxicants, narcotics, and hallucinogencis.

Underwritten by Colonial Life & Accident Insurance Company, Columbia, SC.

Accident Insurance

Gunshot Wound Benefit

This benefit can help pay your medical expenses if you receive a non-fatal gunshot wound. It offers you a lump sum benefit for a covered injury that you can use where you need it the most.

Gunshot wound $_____________________

Guaranteed issue

You can get this coverage without answering any health questions.

On/off-job coverage

You may receive benefits regardless of whether the injury occurs on or off the job.

Direct payment

Benefits are payable directly to you regardless of any other insurance coverage you may have.

This policy covers a non-fatal gunshot wound from a conventional firearm that requires treatment by a doctor and overnight hospitalization within 24 hours of the injury. If you’re shot more than once in a 24-hour period, we can pay benefits only for the first wound.

For more information, talk with your Colonial Life benefits counselor.

HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNT (HSA) COMPATIBLE

This plan is compatible with HSA guidelines and any other HSA plan in which a covered family member may participate. It may also be offered to employees who do not have HSAs.

THIS POLICY PROVIDES LIMITED BENEFITS .

EXCLUSIONS

We will not pay benefits for losses that are caused by, contributed to by or occur as the result of your felonies or illegal occupations, suicide or injuries which you do to yourself, war or armed conflict.

STATE VARIATIONS FOR EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS

CT: Not applicable to “or illegal occupations”.

ID: This is a rider R-GSW4000-ID.

MD: Not applicable to “or illegal occupations”. This is a rider R-GSW4000-MD.

MI: Not applicable to “suicide or injuries which you do to yourself”.

MT: Not applicable to “suicide or injuries which you do to yourself”.

OH: This is a rider R-GSW4000.

OR: Not applicable to “or illegal occupations”.

ADDITIONAL DISCLOSURES FOR KENTUCKY:

Eligibility for Benefits: We will pay the benefits for a covered accident if any covered person sustains an injury as a result of a covered accident if:

• The covered accident occurs while the policy is in force;

• The covered accident occurs on or after the policy coverage effective date;

• The covered accident is on an accident type listed on the policy schedule; and

• The covered accident is not excluded by name or specific description in the policy.

What is not covered by this policy: We will not pay benefits for losses that are caused by, contributed to by or occurs as a result of the covered person’s felonies or illegal occupations, hazardous avocations, racing, semi-professional or professional sports, sickness or injuries which any covered person intentionally does to himself, war or armed conflict. In addition, we also will not pay the Accidental Dismemberment due to Catastrophic Accident benefit for injuries that are caused by or are the result of birth or intoxicants, narcotics, and hallucinogencis.

Underwritten by Colonial Life & Accident Insurance Company, Columbia, SC.

ACCIDENT BENEFIT PREMIUMS

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MEDICAL BRIDGE BENEFITS

Hospital Confinement Indemnity Insurance Plan 1

For more information, talk with your benefits counselor.

Our Individual Medical BridgeSM insurance can help with medical costs that your health insurance may not cover. These benefits are available for you, your spouse and eligible dependent children.

Hospital confinement $

Maximum of one benefit per covered person per calendar year

Observation room..................................................................................

Maximum of two visits per covered person per calendar year Rehabilitation unit confinement

Maximum of 15 days per confinement with a 30-day maximum per covered person per calendar year

Waiver of premium

Available after 30 continuous days of a covered hospital confinement of the named insured

per visit

Health savings account (HSA) compatible

This plan is compatible with HSA guidelines. This plan may also be offered to employees who do not have HSAs.

Colonial Life & Accident Insurance Company’s Individual Medical Bridge offers an HSA compatible plan in most states.

EXCLUSIONS

We will not pay benefits for losses which are caused by: alcoholism or drug addiction, dental procedures, elective procedures and cosmetic surgery, felonies or illegal occupations, pregnancy of a dependent child, psychiatric or psychological conditions, suicide or injuries which any covered person intentionally does to himself or herself, or war. We will not pay benefits for hospital confinement of a newborn who is neither injured nor sick. We will not pay benefits for loss during the first 12 months after the effective date due to a pre-existing condition. Pre-exisiting conditions are those conditions whether diagnosed or not, for which a covered person received medical advice, diagnosis or care, or treatment was received or recommended within the one-year period immediately preceding the effective date of the policy. If a covered person is 65 or older when the policy is issued, pre-existing conditions will include only conditions specifically eliminated by rider.

For cost and complete details, see your Colonial Life benefits counselor. Applicable to policy number IMB7000-NC. This is not an insurance contract and only the actual policy provisions will control.

Hospital Confinement Indemnity Insurance Plan 3

For more information, talk with your benefits counselor.

Our Individual Medical BridgeSM insurance can help with medical costs that your health insurance may not cover. These benefits are available for you, your spouse and eligible dependent children.

Hospital confinement $

Maximum of one benefit per covered person per calendar year

Observation room

Maximum of two visits per covered person per calendar year

Rehabilitation unit confinement

$100 per visit

$100 per day

Maximum of 15 days per confinement with a 30-day maximum per covered person per calendar year

Waiver of premium

Available after 30 continuous days of a covered hospital confinement of the named insured

Diagnostic procedure

Tier 1 $250

Tier 2

Maximum of $500 per covered person per calendar year for all covered diagnostic procedures combined

Outpatient surgical procedure

Tier 1 $

Tier 2 $

Maximum of $___________ per covered person per calendar year for all covered outpatient surgical procedures combined

The following is a list of common diagnostic procedures that may be covered.

Tier 1 diagnostic procedures

Breast

– Biopsy (incisional, needle, stereotactic)

Diagnostic radiology

– Nuclear medicine test

Digestive

– Barium enema/lower GI series

– Barium swallow/upper GI series

– Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD)

Ear, nose, throat, mouth

– Laryngoscopy

Gynecological

– Amniocentesis

– Cervical biopsy

– Cone biopsy

– Endometrial biopsy

– Hysteroscopy

– Loop electrosurgical excisional procedure (LEEP)

Tier 2 diagnostic procedures

Cardiac

– Angiogram

– Arteriogram

– Thallium stress test

– Transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE)

Liver – biopsy

Lymphatic – biopsy

Miscellaneous

– Bone marrow aspiration/biopsy

Renal – biopsy

Respiratory

– Biopsy

– Bronchoscopy

– Pulmonary function test (PFT)

Skin

– Biopsy

– Excision of lesion

Thyroid – biopsy

Urologic

– Cystoscopy

Diagnostic radiology

– Computerized tomography scan (CT scan)

– Electroencephalogram (EEG)

– Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

– Myelogram

– Positron emission tomography scan (PET scan)

The surgeries listed below are only a sampling of the surgeries that may be covered. Surgeries must be performed by a doctor in a hospital or ambulatory surgical center. For complete details and definitions, please refer to your policy.

Tier 1 outpatient surgical procedures

Breast

– Axillary node dissection

– Breast capsulotomy

– Lumpectomy

Cardiac

– Pacemaker insertion

Digestive

– Colonoscopy

– Fistulotomy

– Hemorrhoidectomy

– Lysis of adhesions

Skin

– Laparoscopic hernia repair

– Skin grafting

Ear, nose, throat, mouth

– Adenoidectomy

– Removal of oral lesions

– Myringotomy

– Tonsillectomy

– Tracheostomy

– Tympanotomy

Tier 2 outpatient surgical procedures

Breast

– Breast reconstruction

– Breast reduction

Cardiac

– Angioplasty

– Cardiac catheterization

Digestive

– Exploratory laparoscopy

– Laparoscopic appendectomy

– Laparoscopic cholecystectomy

Ear, nose, throat, mouth

– Ethmoidectomy

– Mastoidectomy

– Septoplasty

– Stapedectomy

– Tympanoplasty

Eye

– Cataract surgery

– Corneal surgery (penetrating keratoplasty)

– Glaucoma surgery (trabeculectomy)

– Vitrectomy

EXCLUSIONS

Gynecological

– Dilation and curettage (D&C)

– Endometrial ablation

– Lysis of adhesions

Liver

– Paracentesis

Musculoskeletal system

– Carpal/cubital repair or release

– Foot surgery (bunionectomy, exostectomy, arthroplasty, hammertoe repair)

– Removal of orthopedic hardware

– Removal of tendon lesion

Gynecological

– Hysterectomy

– Myomectomy

Musculoskeletal system

– Arthroscopic knee surgery with meniscectomy (knee cartilage repair)

– Arthroscopic shoulder surgery

– Clavicle resection

– Dislocations (open reduction with internal fixation)

– Fracture (open reduction with internal fixation)

– Removal or implantation of cartilage

– Tendon/ligament repair

Thyroid

– Excision of a mass

Urologic

– Lithotripsy

For cost and complete details, see your Colonial Life benefits counselor. Applicable to policy number IMB7000-NC. This is not an insurance contract and only the actual policy provisions will control.

Hospital Confinement Indemnity Insurance Health Screening

Individual Medical BridgeSM insurance’s health screening benefit can help pay for health and wellness tests you have each year.

Health screening

Maximum of one health screening test per covered person per calendar year; subject to a 30-day waiting period

Blood test for triglycerides

Bone marrow testing

Breast ultrasound

CA 15-3 (blood test for breast cancer)

CA 125 (blood test for ovarian cancer)

CEA (blood test for colon cancer)

Carotid Doppler

Chest X-ray

Colonoscopy

Echocardiogram (ECHO)

Electrocardiogram (EKG, ECG)

Fasting blood glucose test

Flexible sigmoidoscopy

Hemoccult stool analysis

Mammography

Pap smear

PSA (blood test for prostate cancer)

Serum cholesterol test for HDL and LDL levels

Serum protein electrophoresis (blood test for myeloma)

Skin cancer biopsy

Stress test on a bicycle or treadmill

Thermography

ThinPrep pap test

Virtual colonoscopy

Hospital Confinement Indemnity Insurance Medical Treatment Package

For more information, talk with your benefits counselor.

The medical treatment package for Individual Medical BridgeSM coverage can help pay for deductibles, co-payments and other out-of-pocket expenses related to a covered accident or covered sickness. The

Maximum of three visits per calendar year for named insured coverage or maximum of five visits per calendar year for all covered persons combined

EXCLUSIONS

This information is not intended to be a complete description of the insurance coverage available. The insurance has exclusions and limitations which may affect any benefits payable. Applicable to policy form IMB7000-NC. For cost and complete details of coverage, call or write your Colonial Life benefits counselor or the company.

Hospital Confinement Indemnity Insurance Optional Riders

For more information, talk with your benefits counselor.

Individual Medical BridgeSM offers two optional benefit riders – the daily hospital confinement rider and the enhanced intensive care unit confinement rider. For an additional cost, these riders can help provide extra financial protection to help with out-of-pocket medical expenses.

Daily hospital confinement rider

Per covered person per day of hospital confinement

Maximum of 365 days per covered person per confinement

Enhanced intensive care unit confinement rider

Per covered person per day of intensive care unit confinement

Maximum of 30 days per covered person per confinement

Re-confinement for the same or related condition within 90 days of discharge is considered a continuation of a previous confinement.

$100 per day

$500 per day

EXCLUSIONS

For cost and complete details, see your Colonial Life benefits counselor. Applicable to rider numbers R-DHC7000-NC and R-EIC7000-NC. This is not an insurance contract and only the actual policy or rider provisions will control.

MEDICAL BRIDGE BENEFIT PREMIUMS

Term Life Insurance

Life insurance protection when you need it most

Life insurance needs change as life circumstances change. You may need different coverage if you’re getting married, buying a home or having a child.

Term life insurance from Colonial Life provides protection for a specified period of time, typically offering the greatest amount of coverage for the lowest initial premium. This fact makes term life insurance a good choice for supplementing cash value coverage during life stages when obligations are higher, such as while children are younger. It’s also a good option for families on a tight budget — especially since you can convert it to a permanent cash value plan later.

With this coverage:

n A beneficiary can receive a benefit that is typically free from income tax.

n The policy’s accelerated death benefit can pay a percentage of the death benefit if the covered person is diagnosed with a terminal illness.

n You can convert it to a Colonial Life cash value insurance plan, with no proof of good health, to age 75.

n Coverage is guaranteed renewable up to age 95 as long as premiums are paid when due.

n Portability allows you to take it with you if you change jobs or retire.

Spouse coverage options

Dependent coverage options

Two options are available for spouse coverage at an additional cost: You may add a Children’s Term Life Rider to cover all of your eligible dependent children with up to $20,000 in coverage each for one premium.

1. Spouse Term Life Policy: Offers guaranteed premiums and level death benefits equivalent to those available to you –whether or not you buy a policy for yourself.

2. Spouse Term Life Rider: Add a term rider for your spouse to your policy, up to a maximum death benefit of $50,000; 10-year and 20-year are available (20-year rider only available with a 20- or 30-year term policy).

The Children’s Term Life Rider may be added to either the primary or spouse policy, not both.

How much coverage do you need?

£ YOU $ ___________________

Select the term period:

£ 10-year

£ 15-year

£ 20-year

£ 30-year

£ SPOUSE $ ___________________

Select the term period:

£ 10-year

£ 15-year

£ 20-year

£ 30-year

Select any optional riders:

£ Spouse term life rider

$ _____________ face amount for ________-year term period

£ Children’s term life rider

$ _____________ face amount

£ Accidental death benefit rider

£ Chronic care accelerated death benefit rider

£ Critical illness accelerated death benefit rider

£ Waiver of premium benefit rider

Optional riders

At an additional cost, you can purchase the following riders for even more financial protection.

Spouse term life rider

Your spouse may receive a maximum death benefit of $50,000; 10-year and 20-year spouse term riders are available.

Children’s term life rider

You can purchase up to $20,000 in term life coverage for all of your eligible dependent children and pay one premium. The children’s term life rider may be added to either your policy or your spouse’s policy – not both.

Accidental death benefit rider

The beneficiary may receive an additional benefit if the covered person dies as a result of an accident before age 70. The benefit doubles if the accidental bodily injury occurs while riding as a fare-paying passenger using public transportation, such as ride-sharing services. An additional 25% will be payable if the injury is sustained while driving or riding in a private passenger vehicle and wearing a seatbelt.

Chronic care accelerated death benefit rider

If a licensed health care practitioner certifies that you have a chronic illness, you may receive an advance on all or a portion of the death benefit, available in a one-time lump sum or monthly payments.1 A chronic illness means you require substantial supervision due to a severe cognitive impairment or you may be unable to perform at least two of the six Activities of Daily Living.2 Premiums are waived during the benefit period.

Critical illness accelerated death benefit rider

If you suffer a heart attack (myocardial infarction), stroke or end-stage renal (kidney) failure, a $5,000 benefit is payable.1 A subsequent diagnosis benefit is included

Waiver of premium benefit rider

Premiums are waived (for the policy and riders) if you become totally disabled before the policy anniversary following your 65th birthday and you satisfy the six-month elimination period.3

2 Activities of daily living are bathing, continence, dressing, eating, toileting and transferring.

3 You must resume premium payments once you are no longer disabled.

EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS

If the insured dies by suicide, whether sane or insane, within two years (one year in ND) from the coverage effective date or the date of reinstatement, we will not pay the death benefit. We will terminate this policy and return the premiums paid without interest, minus any loans and loan interest to you.

This information is not intended to be a complete description of the insurance coverage available. The policy or its provisions may vary or be unavailable in some states. The policy has exclusions and limitations which may affect any benefits payable. Applicable to policy forms ICC18-ITL5000/ITL5000 and rider forms ICC18-R-ITL5000-STR/RITL5000- STR, ICC18-R-ITL5000-CTR/R-ITL5000-CTR, ICC18-R-ITL5000-WP/R-ITL5000-WP, ICC18-R-ITL5000-ACCD/RITL5000- ACCD, ICC18-R-ITL5000-CI/R-ITL5000-CI, ICC18-R-ITL5000-CC/R-ITL5000-CC. For cost and complete details of the coverage, call or write your Colonial Life benefits counselor or the company.

TERM LIFE INSURANCE PREMIUMS

Whole Life Plus Insurance*

You can’t predict your family’s future, but you can prepare for it.

Help give your family more peace of mind and coverage for final expenses with Colonial Life Individual Whole Life Plus insurance.

Benefits and features

Choose the age when your premium payments end — Paid-Up at Age 70 or Paid-Up at Age 100

Stand-alone spouse policy available even without buying a policy for yourself

Ability to keep the policy if you change jobs or retire

Built-in terminal illness accelerated death benefit that provides up to 75% of the policy’s death benefit (up to $150,000) if you’re diagnosed with a terminal illness1

Immediate $3,000 claim payment that can help your designated beneficiary pay for funeral costs or other expenses

Provides cash surrender value at age 100 (when the policy endows)

Additional coverage options

Spouse term rider

Cover your spouse with a death benefit up to $50,000, for 10 or 20 years.

Juvenile Whole Life Plus policy

Purchase a policy (Paid-Up at Age 70) while children are young and premiums are low — whether or not you buy a policy for yourself. You may also increase the coverage when the child is 18, 21 and 24 without proof of good health.

Children’s term rider

You may purchase up to $20,000 in term life insurance coverage for all of your eligible dependent children and pay one premium. The children’s term rider may be added to either your policy or your spouse’s policy — not both.

Advantages of Whole Life Plus insurance

• Permanent life insurance coverage that stays the same through the life of the policy

• Premiums will not increase due to changes in health or age.

• Accumulates cash value based on a nonforfeiture interest rate of 3.75%2

• Policy loans available, which can be used for emergencies

• Benefit for the beneficiary that is typically tax-free

Your cost will vary based on the amount of coverage you select.

Benefits worksheet

For use with your benefits counselor

How much coverage do you need?

 YOU $

Select the option:

 Paid-Up at Age 70

 Paid-Up at Age 100

 SPOUSE $

Select the option:

 Paid-Up at Age 70

 Paid-Up at Age 100

 DEPENDENT STUDENT

Select the option:

 Paid-Up at Age 70

 Paid-Up at Age 100

Select any optional riders:

 Spouse term rider

$ _____________face amount for _________-year term period

 Children’s term rider

$ ________ face amount

 Accelerated death benefit for long term care services rider

 Accidental death benefit rider

 Chronic care accelerated death benefit rider

 Critical illness accelerated death benefit rider

 Guaranteed purchase option rider

 Waiver of premium benefit rider

Additional coverage options (Continued)

Accelerated death benefit for long term care services rider3

Talk with your benefits counselor for more details.

Accidental death benefit rider

An additional benefit may be payable if the covered person dies as a result of an accident before age 70, and doubles if the injury occurs while riding as a fare-paying passenger using public transportation. An additional 25% is payable if the injury occurs while driving or riding in a private passenger vehicle and wearing a seatbelt.

Chronic care accelerated death benefit rider

Critical illness accelerated death benefit rider

If you suffer a heart attack, stroke or end-stage renal (kidney) failure, a $5,000 benefit is payable.1 A subsequent diagnosis benefit is included.

Guaranteed purchase option rider

This rider allows you to purchase additional whole life coverage — without having to answer health questions — at three different points in the future. The rider may only be added if you are age 50 or younger when you purchase the policy. You may purchase up to your initial face amount, not to exceed a total combined maximum of $100,000 for all options.

Waiver of premium benefit rider

Policy and rider premiums are waived if you become totally disabled before the policy anniversary following your 65th birthday and you satisfy the six-month elimination period. Once you are no longer disabled, premiums will resume.

* Whole Life Plus is a marketing name of the insurance policy filed as “Whole Life Insurance” in most states.

1 Any payout would reduce the death benefit. Benefits may be taxable as income. Individuals should consult with their legal or tax counsel when deciding to apply for accelerated benefits.

2 Accessing the accumulated cash value reduces the death benefit by the amount accessed, unless the loan is repaid. Cash value will be reduced by any outstanding loans against the policy.

3 The rider is not available in all states.

This life insurance does not specifically cover funeral goods or services and may not cover the entire cost of your funeral at the time of your death. The beneficiary of this life insurance may use the proceeds for any purpose, unless otherwise directed.

To learn more, talk with your benefits counselor.

EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS: If the insured dies by suicide, whether sane or insane, within two years (one year in ND) from the coverage effective date or the date of reinstatement, we will not pay the death benefit. We will terminate this policy and return the premiums paid without interest, minus any loans and loan interest to you.

This information is not intended to be a complete description of the insurance coverage available. The policy or its provisions may vary or be unavailable in some states. The policy has exclusions and limitations which may affect any benefits payable. Applicable to policy forms ICC19-IWL5000-70/ IWL5000-70, ICC19-IWL5000-100/IWL5000-100, ICC19-IWL5000J/IWL5000J and rider forms ICC23IWL5000-LTC/IWL5000-LTC, ICC19-R-IWL5000-STR/R-IWL5000-STR, ICC19-R-IWL5000-CTR/RIWL5000-CTR, ICC19-R-IWL5000-WP/R-IWL5000-WP, ICC19-R-IWL5000-ACCD/R-IWL5000-ACCD, ICC19-R-IWL5000-CI/R-IWL5000-CI, ICC19-R-IWL5000-CC/R-IWL5000-CC, ICC19-R-IWL5000GPO/R-IWL5000-GPO (including state abbreviations where applicable). For cost and complete details of the coverage, call or write your Colonial Life benefits counselor or the company.

Underwritten by Colonial Life & Accident Insurance Company, Columbia, SC. © 2023 Colonial Life & Accident Insurance Company. All rights reserved. Colonial Life is a registered trademark and marketing brand of Colonial Life & Accident Insurance Company.

WHOLE LIFE INSURANCE PREMIUMS

Colonial Life for Policyholders Portal

A faster, simpler way to manage your beneﬁts

THE PORTAL OFFERS YOU:

Faster service than calling/emailing

Conﬁrmation when a claim has been submitted

Simpliﬁed bill payment and management Answers to frequently asked questions and live chat assistance if you don’t see what you are looking for.

LEARN MORE

Find out how simple your claims and beneﬁts experience can be by learning more about the Colonial Life for Policyholders portal. Just visit ColonialLife.com to see what this online account administration platform can do for you.

Colonial Life for Policyholders is an online portal created with you in mind. It’s the most convenient and efficient way to ﬁle a claim and manage your beneﬁts.

Here’s what you can do on Colonial Life for Policyholders:

File claims with a simple, guided form

Set up direct deposit for approved payments

BECOME A MEMBER TODAY:

View claim status or policy details anytime

Opt for instant alerts by email or text

Update your personal info & preferences

Go to ColonialLife .com/access to register. Click “create an account”, ﬁll out the required information and click Submit Enjoy faster service and improved beneﬁts awareness.

NEED TO FILE A CLAIM?

Filing online means never waiting for mail or dealing with fax machines and complex paper forms . Our guided question wizard walks you through the process and checks for missing information that could cause delays. Opting for direct deposit can also get approved payments to you up to a week faster than paper check.

AFTER YOU FILE:

Check your claim status by logging into your account at ColonialLife .com/access. You can also sign up for text or email alerts so you know instantly if status changes or more information is needed. For your convenience, you can login anytime with a mobile device to photograph and upload documents with your camera.

For the purpose of evaluating my application(s) for insurance submitted during the current enrollment and eligibility for benefits under an y insurance issued including checking for and resolving any issues that may arise regarding incomplete or incorrect information on my application(s), I hereby authorize the disclosure of the following information about me and, if applicable , my dependents, from the sources listed below to Colonial Life & Accident Insurance Company (Colonial) and its duly authorized representatives.

Health information may be disclosed by any health care provider or institution, health plan or health care clearinghouse that has any re cords or knowledge about me including prescription drug database or pharmacy benefit manager, or ambulanc e or other medical transport service. Health information may also be disclosed by any insuranc e company, Medicare or Medicaid agencies or the Medical Information Bureau (MIB). Health information includes my entire medical record, but does not include psychotherapy notes. Non-health information including earnings or empl oyment history deemed appropriate by Colonial to evaluate my application may be disclosed by any person or organization that has these records about me, including my employer, employer representative and compensation sources, insurance company, financial institution or governmental entities including departments of public safety and motor vehicle departments.

Any information Colonial obtains pursuant to this authorization will be used for the purpose of evaluating my application(s) for insu rance or eligibility for benefits. Some information obtained may not be protected by certain federal regulations governing the priva cy of health information, but the information is protected by state privacy laws and ot her applicable laws. Colonial will not re- disclose the information unless permitted or r equired by those laws. Re-disclosed information may no longer be protected by federal privacy laws.

This authorization is valid for two (2) years from its execution and a copy is as valid as the original. A copy will be included with my contract(s) and I or my authorized representative may request access to this information. This authorization may be revoked by me or my authorized representative at any time except to the extent Colonial has relied on the authorization prior to notice of revocation or has a legal right to contest coverage under the contract(s) or the contract itself. If revoked, Colonial may not be able to evaluate my application(s) for insurance or eligibility for benefits as necessary to issue my contract(s). I may revoke this authorization by sending written notice to: Colonial Life & Accident Insurance Company, Underwriting Department, P. O. Box 1365, Columbia, SC 29202.

You may refuse to sign this form; however, Colonial may not be able to issue your coverage. I am the individual to whom this authorization applies or that person's legal Guardian, Power of Attorney Designee, or Conservator.

(Printed name of individual (Social Security (Signature) (Date Signed) subject to this disclosure) Number)

If applicable, I signed on behalf of the proposed insured as ____________________(indicate relationship). If legal Guardian, Power of Attorney Designee, or Conservator.

(Printed name of legal representative) (Signature of legal representative) (Date Signed)

HEADER INFORMATION

REQUIRED HEALTH CARE NOTICES

Newborn and Mothers’ Health Protection Act

Group health plans and health insurance issuers generally may not, under federal law restrict benefits for any hospital length of stay in connection with childbirth for the mother or newborn child to less than 48 hours following vaginal delivery, or less than 96 hours following a cesarean section. However, federal law generally does not prohibit the mother’s or newborn’s attending provider, after consulting with the mother, from discharging the mother or newborn earlier than 48 hours (or 96 hours as applicable). In any case, plans and issuers may not, under federal law, require that a provider obtain authorization from the plan or the issuer for prescribing a length of stay not in excess of 48 hours (or 96 hours).

Women’s Health and Cancer Rights Act

In October 1998, Congress enacted the Women’s Health and Cancer Rights Act of 1998. This notice explains some important provisions of the Act. Please review this information carefully. As specified in the Women’s Health and Cancer Rights Act, a plan participant or beneficiary who elects breast reconstruction in connection with a covered mastectomy is also entitled to the following benefits: 1. All stages of reconstruction of the breast on which the mastectomy has been performed: 2. Surgery and reconstruction of the other breast to produce a symmetrical appearance; and 3. Prostheses and treatment of physical complications of the mastectomy , including lymphedemas. Health plans must provide coverage of mastectomy related benefits in a manner to determine in consultation with the attending physician and the patient. Coverage for breast reconstruction and related services may be subject to deductibles and insurance amounts that are consistent with those that apply to other benefits under the plan.

Premium Assistance Under Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP)

If you or your children are eligible for Medicaid or CHIP and you’re eligible for health coverage from your employer, your state may have a premium assistance program that can help pay for coverage, using funds from their Medicaid or CHIP programs. If you or your children aren’t eligible for Medicaid or CHIP, you won’t be eligible for these premium assistance programs but you may be able to buy individual insurance coverage through the Health Insurance Marketplace. For more information, visit www.healthcare.gov.

If you or your dependents are already enrolled in Medicaid or CHIP and you live in a State listed below, contact your State Medicaid or CHIP office to find out if premium assistance is available.

If you or your dependents are NOT currently enrolled in Medicaid or CHIP, and you think you or any of your dependents might be eligible for either of these programs, contact your State Medicaid or CHIP office or dial 1-877-KIDS NOW or www.insurekidsnow.gov to find out how to apply. If you qualify, ask your state if it has a program that might help you pay the premiums for an employer sponsored plan.

If you or your dependents are eligible for premium assistance under Medicaid or CHIP, as well as eligible under your employer plan, your employer must allow you to enroll in your employer plan if you aren’t already enrolled. This is called a “special enrollment” opportunity, and you must request coverage within 60 days of being determined eligible for premium assistance. If you have questions about enrolling in your employer plan, contact the Department of Labor at www.askebsa.dol.gov or call 1-866-444-EBSA (3272).

REQUIRED HEALTH CARE NOTICES

ALABAMA - MEDICAID

Website: myalhipp.com

Phone: 1-855-692-5447

ALASKA - MEDICAID

The AK Health Insurance Premium Payment Program

Website: myakhipp.com

Phone: 1-866-251-4861

Email: CustomerService@MyAKHIPP.com

Medicaid Eligibility: dhss.alaska.gov/dpa/Pages/ medicaid/default.aspx

ARKANSAS - MEDICAID

Website: myarhipp.com

Phone: 1-855-MyARHIPP (855-692-7447)

CALIFORNIA - MEDICAID

Website: www.dhcs.ca.gov/services/Pages/ TPLRD_CAU_cont.aspx

Phone: 916-440-5676

COLORADO - HEALTH FIRST COLORADO (MEDICAID) & CHILD HEALTH PLAN PLUS (CHP+)

Health First Colorado Website: www.healthfirstcolorado.com

Health First Colorado Member Contact Center: 1-800-221-3943/State Relay 711

CHP+: www.colorado.gov/pacific/hcpf/childhealth-plan-plus

CHP+ Customer Service: 1-800-359-1991/State Relay 711

Health Insurance Buy-In Program (HIBI): www.colorado.gov/pacific/hcpf/health-insurancebuy-program

HIBI Customer Service: 1-855-692-6442

GEORGIA - MEDICAID

Website: medicaid.georgia.gov/health-insurance premium-payment-program-hipp

Phone: 678-564-1162, ext. 2131

INDIANA - MEDICAID

Healthy Indiana Plan for Low-Income

Adults 19-64

Website: www.in.gov/fssa/hip

Phone: 1-877-438-4479

All other Medicaid Website: www.in.gov/medicaid

Phone: 1-800-457-4584

IOWA - MEDICAID AND CHIP (HAWKI)

Medicaid Website: dhs.iowa.gov/ime/members

Medicaid Phone: 1-800-338-8366

Hawki Website: dhs.iowa.gov/Hawki

Hawki Phone: 1-800-257-8563

KANSAS - MEDICAID

Website: www.kdheks.gov/hcf/default.htm

Phone: 1-800-792-4884

KENTUCKY - MEDICAID

Kentucky Integrated Health Insurance

Premium Payment

Program (KI-HIPP) Website: chfs.ky.gov/agencies/dms/member/Pages/kihipp.aspx

Phone: 1-855-459-6328

Email: KIHIPP.PROGRAM@ky.gov

KCHIP Website: kidshealth.ky.gov/Pages/index.aspx

Phone: 1-877-524-4718

Kentucky Medicaid Website: chfs.ky.gov

LOUISIANA - MEDICAID

Website: www.medicaid.la.gov or www.ldh.la.gov/lahipp

Website: www.flmedicaidtplrecovery.com/flmedicaidtplrecovery.com/hipp/index.html

Phone: 1-877-357-3268 FLORIDA - MEDICAID

Phone: 1-888-342-6207 (Medicaid hotline) or 1-855-618-5488 (LaHIPP)

REQUIRED HEALTH CARE NOTICES

MAINE - MEDICAID

Website: www.maine.gov/dhhs/ofi/public assistance/index.html

Phone: 1-800-442-6003

TTY: Maine Relay 711

MASSACHUSETTS

- MEDICAID AND CHIP

Website: www.mass.gov/eohhs/gov/departments/ masshealth

Phone: 1-800-862-4840

MINNESOTA - MEDICAID

Website: mn.gov/dhs/people-we-serve/children-and-families/health-care/health-care-programs/programs-and-services/medical-assistance.jsp [Under ELIGIBILITY tab, see “What if I have other health insurance?”]

Phone: 1-800-657-3739

KANSAS - MEDICAID

Website: www.kdheks.gov/hcf/default.htm

Phone: 1-800-792-4884

MISSOURI - MEDICAID

Website: www.dss.mo.gov/mhd/participants/ pages/hipp.htm

Phone: 573-751-2005

MONTANA - MEDICAID

Website: dphhs.mt.gov/MontanaHealthcarePrograms/HIPP

Phone: 1-800-694-3084

NEBRASKA - MEDICAID

Website: www.ACCESSNebraska.ne.gov

Phone: 1-855-632-7633

Lincoln: 402-473-7000

Omaha: 402-595-1178

NEVADA - MEDICAID

Medicaid Website: dhcfp.nv.gov

Medicaid Phone: 1-800-992-0900

NEW HAMPSHIRE - MEDICAID

Website: www.dhhs.nh.gov/oii/hipp.htm

Phone: 603-271-5218

Toll free number for the HIPP program: 1-800-852-3345, ext. 5218

NEW JERSEY - MEDICAID AND CHIP

Medicaid Website: www.state.nj.us/humanservices/dmahs/clients/medicaid

Medicaid Phone: 609-631-2392

CHIP Website: www.njfamilycare.org/index.html

CHIP Phone: 1-800-701-0710

NEW YORK - MEDICAID

Website: www.health.ny.gov/health_care/ medicaid

Phone: 1-800-541-2831

NORTH CAROLINA - MEDICAID

Website: medicaid.ncdhhs.gov

Phone: 919-855-4100

NORTH DAKOTA - MEDICAID

Website: www.nd.gov/dhs/services/medicalserv/medicaid

Phone: 1-844-854-4825

OKLAHOMA - MEDICAID & CHIP

Website: www.insureoklahoma.org

Phone: 1-888-365-3742

OREGON - MEDICAID & CHIP

Website: healthcare.oregon.gov/Pages/index.aspx

Phone: 1-800-699-9075

REQUIRED HEALTH CARE NOTICES

PENNSYLVANIA - MEDICAID

Website: www.dhs.pa.gov/providers/Providers/ Pages/Medical/HIPP-Program.aspx

Phone: 1-800-692-7462

RHODE ISLAND - MEDICAID AND CHIP

Website: www.eohhs.ri.gov

Phone: 1-855-697-4347 or 401-462-0311

(Direct RIte Share Line)

SOUTH CAROLINA - MEDICAID

Website: www.scdhhs.gov

Phone: 1-888-549-0820

SOUTH DAKOTA - MEDICAID

Website: dss.sd.gov

Phone: 1-888-828-0059

TEXAS - MEDICAID

Website: gethipptexas.com

Phone: 1-800-440-0493

UTAH - MEDICAID

Medicaid Website: medicaid.utah.gov

CHIP Website: health.utah.gov/chip Phone: 1-877-543-7669

VERMONT - MEDICAID

Website: www.greenmountaincare.org Phone: 1-800-250-8427

VIRGINIA - MEDICAID AND CHIP

Website: www.coverva.org/hipp

Medicaid Phone: 1-800-432-5924

CHIP Phone: 1-855-242-8282

WASHINGTON - MEDICAID

Website: www.hca.wa.gov Phone: 1-800-562-3022

WEST VIRGINIA - MEDICAID

Website: mywvhipp.com

Toll-free phone: 1-855-MyWVHIPP (1-855-699-8447)

WISCONSIN - MEDICAID AND CHIP

Website: www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/badgercareplus/p-10095.htm Phone: 1-800-362-3002

WYOMING - MEDICAID

Website: wyequalitycare.acs-inc.com Phone: 307-777-7531

REQUIRED HEALTH CARE NOTICES

To see if any other states have added a premium assistance program since July 31, 2020, or for more information on special enrollment rights, contact either:

U.S. Department of Labor

Employee Benefits Security Administration www.dol.gov/agencies/ebsa 1-866-444-EBSA (3272)

Paperwork Reduction Act Statement

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services www.cms.hhs.gov 1-877-267-2323, Menu Option 4, Ext. 61565

According to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Pub. L. 104-13) (PRA), no persons are required to respond to a collection of information unless such collection displays a valid Office of Management and Budget (OMB) control number. The Department notes that a Federal agency cannot conduct or sponsor a collection of information unless it is approved by OMB under the PRA, and displays a currently valid OMB control number, and the public is not required to respond to a collection of information unless it displays a currently valid OMB control number. See 44 U.S.C. 3507. Also, notwithstanding any other provisions of law, no person shall be subject to penalty for failing to comply with a collection of information if the collection of information does not display a currently valid OMB control number. See 44 U.S.C. 3512. The public reporting burden for this collection of information is estimated to average approximately seven minutes per respondent. Interested parties are encouraged to send comments regarding the burden estimate or any other aspect of this collection of information, including suggestions for reducing this burden, to the U.S. Department of Labor, Employee Benefits Security Administration, Office of Policy and Research, Attention: PRA Clearance Officer, 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W., Room N-5718, Washington, DC 20210 or email ebsa.opr@dol.gov and reference the OMB Control Number 1210-0137.

COBRA CONTINUATION OF COVERAGE

INTRODUCTION: You’re getting this notice because you recently gained coverage under a group plan. This notice has important information about your right to COBRA continuation coverage, which is a temporary extension of coverage under the Plan. This notice explains COBRA continuation coverage, when it may become available to you and your family, and what you need to do to protect your right to get it. When you become eligible for COBRA, you may also become eligible for other coverage options that may cost less than COBRA continuation coverage.

The right to COBRA continuation coverage was created by a federal law, the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1985 (COBRA). COBRA continuation coverage can become available to you and other members of your family when group health coverage would otherwise end. For more information about your rights and obligations under the Plan and under federal law, you should review the Plan’s Summary Plan Description or contact the Plan Administrator.

You may have other options available to you when you lose group health coverage. For example, you may be eligible to buy an individual plan through the Health Insurance Marketplace. By enrolling in coverage through the Marketplace, you may qualify for lower costs on your monthly premiums and lower out-of-pocket costs. Additionally, you may qualify for a 30-day special enrollment period for another group health plan for which you are eligible (such as a spouse’s plan), even if that plan generally doesn’t accept late enrollees.

What Is Cobra Continuation Coverage?: COBRA continuation coverage is a continuation of Plan coverage when it would otherwise end because of a life event. This is also called a “qualifying event.” Specific qualifying events are listed later in this notice. After a qualifying event, COBRA continuation coverage must be offered to each person who is a “qualified beneficiary.” You, your spouse, and your dependent children could become qualified beneficiaries if coverage under the Plan is lost because of the qualifying event. Under the Plan, qualified beneficiaries who elect COBRA continuation coverage [choose and enter appropriate information: must pay or aren’t required to pay] for COBRA continuation coverage.

If you’re an employee, you’ll become a qualified beneficiary if you lose your coverage under the Plan because of the following qualifying events:

• Your hours of employment are reduced, or

• Your employment ends for any reason other than your gross misconduct.

• If you’re the spouse of an employee, you’ll become a qualified beneficiary if you lose your coverage under the Plan because of the following qualifying events:

• Your spouse dies;

• Your spouse’s hours of employment are reduced;

• Your spouse’s employment ends for any reason other than his or her gross misconduct;

• Your spouse becomes entitled to Medicare benefits (under Part

A, Part B, or both); or

• You become divorced or legally separated from your spouse. Your dependent children will become qualified beneficiaries if they lose coverage under the Plan because of the following qualifying events:

• The parent-employee dies;

• The parent-employee’s hours of employment are reduced;

• The parent-employee’s employment ends for any reason other than his or her gross misconduct;

• The parent-employee becomes entitled to Medicare benefits (Part A, Part B, or both);

• The parents become divorced or legally separated; or

• The child stops being eligible for coverage under the Plan as a “dependent child.”

Sometimes, filing a proceeding in bankruptcy under title 11 of the United States Code can be a qualifying event. If a proceeding in bankruptcy is filed with respect to City of Kannapolis and that bankruptcy results in the loss of coverage of any retired employee covered under the Plan, the retired employee will become a qualified beneficiary. The retired employee’s spouse, surviving spouse, and dependent children will also become qualified beneficiaries if bankruptcy results in the loss of their coverage under the Plan.

When is COBRA continuation coverage available?

The Plan will offer COBRA continuation coverage to qualified beneficiaries only after the Plan Administrator has been notified that a qualifying event has occurred. The employer must notify the Plan Administrator of the following qualifying events:

• The end of employment or reduction of hours of employment;

• Death of the employee;

• The employee’s becoming entitled to Medicare benefits (under Part A, Part B, or both).

For all other qualifying events (divorce or legal separation of the employee and spouse or a dependent child’s losing eligibility for coverage as a dependent child), you must notify the Plan Administrator within 60 days after the qualifying event occurs. You must provide this notice to: City of Kannapolis Human Resources Department. Applicable documentation will be required i.e. court order, certificate of coverage etc.

How is COBRA continuation coverage provided?

Once the Plan Administrator receives notice that a qualifying event has occurred, COBRA continuation coverage will be offered to each of the qualified beneficiaries. Each qualified beneficiary will have an independent right to elect COBRA continuation coverage. Covered employees may elect COBRA continuation coverage on behalf of their spouses, and parents may elect COBRA continuation coverage on behalf of their children.

COBRA continuation coverage is a temporary continuation of coverage that generally lasts for 18 months due to employment termination or reduction of hours of work. Certain qualifying events, or a second qualifying event during the initial period of coverage,

COBRA CONTINUATION OF COVERAGE

may permit a beneficiary to receive a maximum of 36 months of coverage.

There are also ways in which this 18-month period of COBRA continuation coverage can be extended:

Disability extension of 18-month period of COBRA continuation coverage: If you or anyone in your family covered under the Plan is determined by Social Security to be disabled and you notify the Plan Administrator in a timely fashion, you and your entire family may be entitled to get up to an additional 11 months of COBRA continuation coverage, for a maximum of 29 months. The disability would have to have started at some time before the 60th day of COBRA continuation coverage and must last at least until the end of the 18-month period of COBRA continuation coverage.

Second qualifying event extension of 18-month period of continuation coverage: If your family experiences another qualifying event during the 18 months of COBRA continuation coverage, the spouse and dependent children in your family can get up to 18 additional months of COBRA continuation coverage, for a maximum of 36 months, if the Plan is properly notified about the second qualifying event. This extension may be available to the spouse and any dependent children getting COBRA continuation coverage if the employee or former employee dies; becomes entitled to Medicare benefits (under Part A, Part B, or both); gets divorced or legally separated; or if the dependent child stops being eligible under the Plan as a dependent child. This extension is only available if the second qualifying event would have caused the spouse or dependent child to lose coverage under the Plan had the first qualifying event not occurred.

Are there other coverage options besides COBRA Continuation Coverage?: Yes. Instead of enrolling in COBRA continuation coverage, there may be other coverage options for you and your family through the Health Insurance Marketplace, Medicare, Medicaid, Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), or other group health plan coverage options (such as a spouse’s plan) through what is called a “special enrollment period.” Some of these options may cost less than COBRA continuation coverage. You can learn more about many of these options at www.healthcare.gov.

Can I enroll in Medicare instead of COBRA continuation coverage after my group health plan coverage ends?: In general, if you don’t enroll in Medicare Part A or B when you are first eligible because you are still employed, after the Medicare initial enrollment period, you have an 8-month special enrollment period to sign up for Medicare Part A or B, beginning on the earlier of

• The month after your employment ends; or

• The month after group health plan coverage based on current employment ends.

If you don’t enroll in Medicare and elect COBRA continuation coverage instead, you may have to pay a Part B late enrollment penalty and you may have a gap in coverage if you decide you want Part B later. If you elect COBRA continuation coverage and later enroll in Medicare Part A or B before the COBRA continuation coverage ends, the Plan may terminate your continuation coverage. However, if Medicare Part A or B is effective on or before the date of the COBRA election, COBRA coverage may not be discontinued on

account of Medicare entitlement, even if you enroll in the other part of Medicare after the date of the election of COBRA coverage.

If you are enrolled in both COBRA continuation coverage and Medicare, Medicare will generally pay first (primary payer) and COBRA continuation coverage will pay second. Certain plans may pay as if secondary to Medicare, even if you are not enrolled in Medicare.

For more information visit https://www.medicare.gov/medicare-and-you.

If you have questions: Questions concerning your Plan or your COBRA continuation coverage rights should be addressed to the contact or contacts identified below. For more information about your rights under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA), including COBRA, the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, and other laws affecting group health plans, contact the nearest Regional or District Office of the U.S. Department of Labor’s Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) in your area or visit www.dol.gov/ebsa. (Addresses and phone numbers of Regional and District EBSA Offices are available through EBSA’s website.) For more information about the Marketplace, visit www.HealthCare. gov.

Keep your Plan informed of address changes: To protect your family’s rights, let the Plan Administrator know about any changes in the addresses of family members. You should also keep a copy, for your records, of any notices you send to the Plan Administrator.

Plan Contact Information

City of Kannapolis

ATTN: Heather James, Human Resources Director Phone: 704-920-4322 hjames@kannapolisnc.gov

PRIVACY NOTICES

Non Public Information (NPI)

We collect Non Public Information (NPI) about our customers to provide them with insurance products and services. This may include telephone number, address, date of birth, occupation, income and health history. We may receive NPI from your applications and forms. medical providers, other insurers, employers, insurance support organizations, and service providers.

We share the types of NPI described above primarily with people who perform insurance, business, and professional services for us, such as helping us pay claims and detect fraud. We may share NPI with medical providers for insurance and treatment purposes. We may share NPI with an insurance support organization. The organization may retain the NPI and disclose it to others for whom it performs services. In certain cases, we may share NPI with group policy holders for reporting and auditing purposes. We may share NPI with parties to a proposed or final sale of insurance business or for study purposes. We may also share NPI when otherwise required or permitted by law, such as sharing with governmental or other legal authorities. When legal necessary, we ask your permission before sharing NPI about you our practices apply to our former, current and future customers.

Please be assured we do not share your health NPI to market any product or service. We also do not share any NPI to market non financial products and services. For example, we do not sell your name to catalog companies.

The law allows us to share NPI as described above (except health information) will affiliates to market financial products and services. The law does not allow you to restrict these disclosures. We may also share with companies that help us market our insurance products and services, such as vendors that provide mailing services to us. We may share with other financial institution to jointly market financial products and services. When required by law, we ask your permission before we share NPI for marketing purposes.

When other companies help us conduct business, we expect them to follow applicable privacy laws.

We do not authorize them to use or share NPI except when necessary to conduct the work they are performing for us or to meet regulatory or other governmental requirements.

Our affiliated companies, including insurers and insurance service providers, may share NPI about you with each other. The NPI might not be directly related to our transaction or experience with you. It may include financial or other personal information such as employment history. Consistent with the Fair Credit Reporting Act, we ask your permission before sharing NPI that is not directly related to our transaction or experience with you.

We have physical, electronic and procedural safeguards that protect the confidentiality and security of NPI. We give access only to employees who need to know the NPI to provide insurance products or services to you.

You may request access to certain NPI we collect to provide you with insurance products and services, You must make your request in writing and send it to the address, telephone number and policy number if we have issued a policy. If you request, we will send copies of the NPI to you. If the NPI includes health information, we may provide the health information to you through a health care provider you designate. We will also send you information related to disclosures. We may charge a reasonable fee to cover our copying costs. This section applies to NPI we collect tor provide you with coverage. It does not apply to NPI we collect in anticipation of a claim or civil or criminal proceeding.

If you believe NPI we have about you is incorrect, please write us. Your letter should include your full name, address, telephone number and policy number if we have issued a policy. Your letter should also explain why you believe the NPI is inaccurate. If we agree with you, we will correct the NPI and notify you of the correction. We will also notify any person who may have received the incorrect NPI from us in the past two years if you ask us to contact that person.

If we disagree with you, we will tell you we are not going to make the correction, We will give the reason(s) for our refusal. We will also tell you that you may submit a statement to us.

Your statement should include the NPI you believe is correct. It should also include the reasons(s) why you disagree with our decision not to correct the NPI

in our files. We will file your statement with the disputed NPI. We will include your statement any time we disclose the disputed NPI. We will also give the statement to any person designated by your if we may have disclosed the disputed NPI to that person int he past two years.

Disclosure Notice Concerning The Medical Information Bureau

Information regarding your insurability will be treated as confidential. Colonial or its reinsure(s) may, however, make a brief report thereon to the Medical Information Bureau, a nonprofit membership organization of life insurance companies which operates an information exchange on behalf of its members. If you apply to another Bureau member company for life or health insurance coverage, or a claim for benefits is submitted to such company, the Bureau, upon request, will supply such company with the information in its file.

Upon receipt of a request from you, the Bureau will arrange disclosure of any information it may have in your file. If you question the accuracy of information in the Bureau’s file, you may contact the Bureau and seek a correction in accordance with the procedure set forth in the federal Fair Credit Reporting Act. The address of the Bureau’s information office is: 50 Braintree Hill Park, Suite 400, Braintree, MA 02184-8734, telephone (617) 4263660.

Colonial or its reinsure may also release information in its file to other life insurance companies to whom you may apply for life or health insurance or to whom a claim for benefits may be submitted.

CONTINUATION OF COVERAGE

We are committed to being there for you and your family at every stage of life. Pierce Group Benefits makes it easy to stay protected!

The following benefits can be self-enrolled online or by contacting PGB Employee Services, with Individual and Family coverage options available for most plans. You are eligible to sign-up the first day after the end date of your employer-sponsored plan.

SUPPLEMENTAL/VOLUNTARY POLICIES

Your individual supplemental/voluntary policies through Colonial Life are portable! To transfer your benefits from payroll deduction to direct billing or automatic bank draft, please call Employee Services at 888-662-7500 within 30 days of becoming unemployed, switching careers, or retiring.

TRANSFERRING EMPLOYERS?

If you are transferring from a current PGB client to another, some benefits may be eligible for transfer. Please call Employee Services at 888-662-7500 for assistance.

Please visit www.piercegroupbenefits.com/individualcoverage or call 888-662-7500 for more information on these policies, as well as to enroll/continue your benefits.

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