Disability – Short and Long Term Disability
Significant individual and family adjustments are often necessary when faced with an serious injury or extended illness. The University’s Employee Assistance Provider, Ulliance, may have resources to help. For more information, visit Ulliance at www.ulliance.com/eap or call 1-800-333-6269. The resources and services are free and confidential to employees and their family members.
Short-Term Disability Benefits
For information, see Short Term Disability in the Employee Handbook.
Do you need to apply?
To apply, notify your supervisor and call CIGNA at 1-800-36-CIGNA as soon as the planned absence is determined (e.g., in the case of planned surgery) or by the 10th consecutive workday absence.
Are you ready to return to work?
Before returning to work, notify your supervisor and submit to Human Resources a return-to-work authorization from the physician who initiated your leave. The return-to-work authorization should indicate whether you are able to return to work with or without restrictions. If restrictions are indicated, the authorization must include the type of restriction and the duration necessary.
Long-Term Disability Benefits
For information, see Long Term Disability in the Employee Handbook
