The member should file IMRF Form entitled, "Member’s Application for Disability Benefits,” and give each of his or her current physicians a blank, ”Physician’s Statement,” to complete. IMRF will collect information regarding the Employer Disability Certification via data collection.
The member can access these forms by visiting the Member Access area on IMRF's website (www.imrf.org).
The member application or employer certification should not be filed in ”anticipation of disability” if the member is still able to work.
When compensation, such as sick pay and vacation pay, is continued for more than 30 days, the member application and employer certification should be submitted immediately if the disability is expected to extend beyond the last day for which earnings will be paid.
The chart below illustrates when a member would apply for disability benefits.
Member receives surgery on August 1st |
Does member apply? |
Member returns to work on August 28. |
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Member will be off from work for six weeks. |
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Member will be off from work for three months, AND the employer pays the member for the first 60 days |
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