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Short-Term Disability (STD)

If you have been off work due to an injury or illness, contact the Office of Human Resources, Integrated Disability.

If you are unsure whether or not you are eligible for this benefit, go to Benefit Eligibility.

 

Are my dependents, spouse, or partner eligible for this benefit?

This benefit is available for eligible Ohio State employees only.

How/when can I sign up?

You may enroll in STD by completing an STD Enrollment Form within 31 days of employment or transfer to an eligible position, during a subsequent enrollment period (not held annually), or if you have a qualifying family status change.

You may also enrolll at any time by completing an STD Enrollment form and providing a completed medical Evidence of Insurability form.

Will this affect my taxes?

No - premiums for STD are deducted from your pay on an after-tax basis. The benefits, when received, may be taxable income.

When can I change my benefit elections?

You may cancel your enrollment in STD during an open enrollment period by completing the STD Election Form and submitting it to the Office of Human Resources. During open enrollment is the only opportunity to cancel STD coverage and cancellation of coverage will be effective with the new plan year.

Who do I contact about claims?

Contact Integrated Disability for assistance with coordinating your disability benefits.
Have there been any recent changes to this benefit?
No.

What would cause this benefit coverage to end?

Your disability benefits are immediately terminated upon transfer into an ineligible position. When your disability coverage ceases due to termination of employment, you may be eligible to purchase coverage under a conversion policy.

What happens to this benefit when I leave OSU?

Your disability benefits are immediately terminated upon transfer into an ineligible position. When your disability coverage ceases due to termination of employment, you may be eligible to purchase coverage under a conversion policy. Premiums are paid directly to UnumProvident.

Who do I call for more information about this benefit?

Office of Human Resources Customer Service Center (enrollment and eligibility verification, enrollment forms, plan booklets)

Integrated Disability (apply for disability benefits)

UnumProvident (claim approval)

 

Publications and Forms

Find Disability publications on the "Publications" page and related forms on the "Forms" Web page.

 

This information is intended to be a summary of plan provisions. For additional information, refer to plan booklets available online and through the Office of Human Resources Customer Service Center.

 


 
 
Life Events
The Life Event Web site provides you with information to consider when major life changes like retirement, marriage, or termination of employment occur. Each page lists your options, tells you who to consult with questions, links you to forms and publications, describes how to make changes to your benefits, and more.

 
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