INFORMATION ABOUT THE TRUST
A. What Type of Organization is the Trust Fund?
The Trust Fund is a separate Multi-employer Trust fund, It operates as a voluntary employees' beneficiary association as defined in section 501(c)(9) of the Internal Revenue Code. The Trust Fund will request recognition as tax-exempt by the Internal Revenue Service and the California Franchise Tax Board
B. Who are the trustees of the Trust Fund?
The trustees are appointed to administer the plan for employer members and their employees. Voluntarily AND than by a vote or appointment of the member Employers The current Trustees have volunteered to whole the position for the first 12 months after starting up.
C. What geographical area does the plan cover?
The geographical area of coverage by the primary Medical/Hospital system is known as the County of San Diego Ca. and parts of Riverside County ( see coverage in Sharp brochure)
D. Who administers the Trust Fund and plan?
The trustees administer the Trust Fund and plan with the assistance of several professional consultants. The appointed Professional Plan administrative manager is MVI Administrators Insurance Solutions, Inc. and legal services are provided by Sheppard Mullins law firm. These consultants assist the trustees in complying with applicable laws and regulations. Questions about the Trust Fund should be directed to the administrative office located at 1011 Camino Del Rio South, Suite 300, San Diego, CA 92108. The telephone number is (619) 260-2660.
E. How are benefits provided to employees?
The plan currently provides comprehensive fully insured medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits. Eligibility rules and benefit schedules are included in the summary plan description which is supplied to all participating employees. Additional copies are available from the administrative office. The insurers and managed care providers are responsible for processing employee benefit claims.