I am leaving CERN, and I am a beneficiary of a deferred pension. Can I remain a member of the CHIS ?

You may remain a Main Member of the CHIS for an indefinite period if you submit your application to the Third-Party Administrator UNIQA Office at CERN within 30 calendar days of the end of your contract. UNIQA will inform you about the monthly contribution.

However, if you choose not to remain a Main Member of the CHIS at the end of your contract with CERN, you will not be able to re-join the CHIS once you become a beneficiary of the Pension Fund.

Is there a time limit for submitting claims for reimbursement of medical expenses?

Yes, the time limit is twelve (12) months .
Indeed, claim for reimbursement of medical expenses must be submitted within 12 months from the date of emission on the invoice.
However, we advise you to submit your claims for reimbursement of high medical expenses without delay in order to facilitate the checks carried out (correct invoicing, approved rate) by the Third-Party Administrator.

Beware of tick bites!

tick
May 2022

Sunny days come with sun, heat, walks... and ticks! They live in wooded and humid areas, tall grasses... and take advantages of the passage of a human or animal host to settle and feed upon. During their blood meals, they can transmit viruses, bacteria or parasites that cause various diseases.

Although there is no absolute protection against these diseases, it is important to know some simple prevention rules that will allow you to considerably reduce the risk of bites.

More information here (in French only)

Tips / Prevention

Do I need a medical prescription to receive a treatment by medical auxiliaries?

Yes. Acts performed by medical auxiliaries: nurses, physiotherapists, psychologists, speech therapists, etc., must be performed in accordance with a medical prescription.

However, acts performed by osteopaths, etiopathy therapists and chiropractors may be reimbursed without a medical prescription, up to a maximum of five sessions per calendar year.

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