Question 1

What is OEBAC?

Accepted Answer

The Operating Engineers Benefits Administration Corporation (OEBAC) is the new benefits plan administrator for the IUOE Local 793 Life and Health Benefit Plan and the IUOE Local 793 Pension Plan.

OEBAC was founded by IUOE Local 793 with the mandate to deliver platinum level service to members and their families.

Question 2

Can I get additional OEBAC Benefits Cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes, just contact the OEBAC Member Service Center and a team member will assist you.

NOTE: Your OEBAC Benefit Card info is also available in the OEBAC Mobile App, under the Resources section.

Question 3

How can I access the benefits booklets?

Accepted Answer

The benefits booklets are now accessible on OEBAC Mobile and OEBAC Online.

OEBAC Online: Log in to your member profile, select OEBAC Online, and find the benefits booklets under Resources. You will be directed to a PDF link of the booklet. If you wish to receive a hard copy of the benefits booklets instead, contact OEBAC and we will be happy to mail them to you.
OEBAC Mobile: Log into the OEBAC Mobile App, select Resources, and then Booklet. A PDF document will be loaded to your phone’s web browser.

Question 4

Can I still contact my Area Office?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Your Area Office will continue to assist in answering your questions and concerns.

They can also assist you in submitting your claims through the OEBAC Mobile App to receive your payments faster.
If you have questions concerning your benefits coverage, your Area Office can help you to connect with an OEBAC staff for expert assistance.

Question 5

Do I still need to keep my claims receipts?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you must retain your claim receipts up to 18-months after submission for auditing purposes.

Question 6

How do I submit a claim?

Accepted Answer

You have several methods for claims submission.

OEBAC Online and the OEBAC Mobile App allow you to submit images of   your receipts and/or invoices. You can upload up to 6 files and limit the   size of the file to 5MB.

You can also submit via a paper claim through the mail or email. The   OEBAC Team cannot accept a claim without the proper form filled in and   signed. If a claim comes in without a completed form or a signature, OEBAC   needs to return it to the sender. The forms must be signed by the Plan member   and ensure that all supporting documents related to the claim are provided.

Claims related to parental leave, bereavement leave and group legal   services must be submitted as paper claims through mail or email.

Mail your claims to:
OEBAC Claims Department 
2201 Speers Road, Unit 1
Oakville, ON, L6L 2X9

Question 7

How do I update my contact information?

Accepted Answer

If you need to update your contact information (i.e. mailing address or phone number) there are tools to do so online. Simply login to your member account on iuoelocal793.org and select the option for Update Profile located beneath the Profile Information box on your main Account Overview page.

Keeping your address and contact information up to date is very important to ensure your claims are paid as quickly as possible.

NOTE: Updates to personal information are processed every Monday. Therefore, if you make changes after Monday, you will see them reflected on OEBAC Online or the OEBAC Mobile App the following week.

Question 8

How do I update my beneficiary information?

Accepted Answer

To update your personal, dependant, and beneficiary information, please fill-out the Request for Personal Information Form by accessing this link: Request for Personal Information Form (PIF) on the FORMS page.

If you are a staff of Local 793, please contact HR to update your personal, dependant, and beneficiary information.

Please be aware you cannot email or fax this form.

Question 9

Why is the OEBAC postal code different on postage paid envelopes?

Accepted Answer

The postal code for the OEBAC office is listed as L6L 2Z9 on the postage paid envelopes due to Canada Post sorting processes. Don't worry, the postage paid envelopes will get to OEBAC.
 
If you need the actual postal code for the 2201 Speers Road (Unit 1) address, it is L6L 2X9.

Question 10

How can I check the status of my claim?

Accepted Answer

You can easily check the status of all your claims in seconds using the OEBAC Mobile App and OEBAC Online. For more information, please see this article.
 
If you do not have access to the app or a computer, please contact the OEBAC Team directly.

Question 11

Which claims take the longest to process?

Accepted Answer

There are many factors which influence the length of time it takes to process a claim.

Complex claims submitted with several receipts and invoices related to multiple services rendered often take a longer to process.  Also, claims submitted via mail will also delay processing timelines.

It is recommended that you submit claims as the service is rendered for a quick reimbursement.

If a claim is incomplete, it will be returned with instructions on what is required to adjudicate the claim properly.

Question 12

Is there a time limit for submitting claims?

Accepted Answer

Yes. It is important that all claims incurred under the Active Benefits Plan be submitted promptly for payment.

For death benefit claims, notification should be given to OEBAC and the union within 6 months of the date of death. If it is not possible to give proof within such time limit, then the claim should be filed as soon as reasonably possible and in no event later than one year from the time proof is otherwise required.

For all claims other than for death benefits, claims must be submitted to OEBAC no later than 18 months from the date you incurred the expense for you to receive reimbursement. Expenses submitted more than 18 months after the date they were incurred will not be covered by the Active Benefits Plan.

If there are special circumstances that prevented you or your beneficiary from submitting the claims within this time frame, an explanation should be submitted to OEBAC, along with your claims and a completed Appeal to Trustees form, for review by the Appeals Committee.

Question 13

Who can I speak to if I require counselling to help me or my family members?

Accepted Answer

MEMBER ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (MAP)

This confidential program is available under the Active Benefits Plan offers a Member Assistance Program through Members Health. This program offers the following coverage for Active Members and their Eligible Dependants.

• Assessment counseling, case management and referral services. 
• Work-life support and resources. 
• Online services. 
• Trauma response service. 
• Employer / manager support services. 
 
Members Health provides the services to the Active Members on a strictly CONFIDENTIAL basis. The toll-free contact number for assistance is: 1-800-484-0152 and online at https://www.members-health.com/

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