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MEDIMPACT
IS
THE NEW PHARMACY BENEFIT MANAGER
EFFECTIVE
APRIL 1, 2025

April 1st, 2025 Benefit Funds of the I.B.E.W. Local 697

As previously communicated, the Health and Benefit Plan is transitioning from SAV-RX to MEDIMPACT as the new Pharmacy Benefit Manager (PBM), effective Tuesday, April 1, 2025.

Every active participant and early retiree has been mailed a new medical ID card, which now shows MedImpact on the right-hand side of the front of that card.

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THE PENSION AND ANNUITY FUND SEMINAR
THURSDAY, MAY 22ND, 2025 @ 6:00 P.M.

April 1st, 2025 Benefit Funds of the I.B.E.W. Local 697

The opportunity to learn about your I.B.E.W. Local 697-sponsored retirement plans is fast approaching. Specifically, it’s fifty-two days away as of this writing. If you are not already retired and have not done so previously, reserve your spot by calling the Fund Office at 219-940-6181.

Of course, spouses are welcome to attend along with the member.

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If you or your beneficiaries have any questions concerning benefit eligibility, coverage, or benefit claims, please contact the Benefit’s Office at 7200 Mississippi Street, Suite 300, Merrillville, Indiana 46410 (219-845-4433 or 219-940-6181).

If you have questions about Union membership or Union-related matters, please contact your Local Union business agents at 7200 Mississippi Street, Suite 200, Merrillville, Indiana 46410 (219-844-6386 or 219-945-0697).

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