Use one of the following links to access your benefits information, depending on your provider
Retiree Benefits
Retiree Benefits
Employees and retirees are the building blocks of the Lab's success. Our employees get to contribute to the most pressing issues facing the nation.
Retiring soon? Need information on TCP1 or TCP2 retirement plans?
Contacts for retiree benefits
Empyrean
(844) 805-0002
AonHewitt
(866) 370-7301
Fidelity
(800) 835-5095
Fidelity (UC)
(800) 343-0860
University of California
(800) 888-8267
Graduated Eligibility
The Laboratory contributes a percentage of the maximum employer contribution toward your monthly premiums for medical and dental coverage.
Note: Retirees who were hired in a career position with UC before January 1, 1990, and who applied for LANS retiree health and welfare benefits within 120 days of termination from LANS receive 100% of the LANS maximum contribution. The Rule of 75 does not apply
| Years of Service Credit | % of Employer Contribution the Lab Pays | % of Employer Contribution Retiree Pays |
|---|---|---|
| 10 | 50% | 50% |
| 11 | 55% | 45% |
| 12 | 60% | 40% |
| 13 | 65% | 35% |
| 14 | 70% | 30% |
| 15 | 75% | 25% |
| 16 | 80% | 20% |
| 17 | 85% | 15% |
| 18 | 90% | 10% |
| 19 | 95% | 5% |
| 20 or more | 100% | 0% |
For example:
- With 15 years of service upon retirement, you pay the full employee premium for your healthcare coverage, as well as 25% of the employer contribution.
- With 20 years of service upon retirement, you only pay the employee premium for your healthcare coverage.
