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Retiree Packet

Congratulations on your decision to retire from UAMS! Before your last day of work, you’ll need to make some important decisions. This checklist and these resources are intended to help you get started but may not be exhaustive or cover every situation:

  • Countdown to Retirement Checklist
  • Call the Medicare Advantage pre-enrollment team at 800.533.2743 8 a.m. – 8 p.m., 7 days a week. Representatives are available to answer questions regarding the University’s plan or Medicare.

Resources for Retirees

The resources linked here are provided as a quick reference, please defer to the Social Security Administration, your retirement vendor’s guidelines, and your medical provider’s guidelines to ensure all of your bases are covered before your last day:

  • Retiree Benefits Election Form

    Use this form to enroll in retiree benefits for yourself and eligible family members

  • Retirement Bucket Illustration

  • Medicare Part D Creditable Coverage Letter

    Important Notice | Medical Benefit Plan About Your Prescription Drug Coverage and Medicare

  • What Happens to My Benefits?

  • Medicare 101

    If you retire before age 65, you’ll need to consider what you’ll do for health coverage

  • About Retiree Health Coverage

    Review the cost of coverage, available plans, and eligibility requirements

  • UA System Retirement Plan Documents

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