Effective January 1, 2023, the following benefit improvements for members of the USW Local 1005 Employee Life and Health Trust:

  • Vision for prescription eyeglasses or contact lenses, or medically necessary contact lenses, or optometric eye examinations, or laser eye surgery will increase from $350.00 to $500.00 every 24 months based on the first claim paid.
  • The Dental Calendar yearly maximum for Basic Comprehensive and major Services will increase from $2000.00 to $2500.00.
  • Coverage from a registered Chiropodist and /or Podiatrist performed in a clinic or home, must have diabetes as a medical condition on file. Combined yearly maximum of $600.00 based on reasonable and customary limits.

Please view the Green Shield benefits booklet for details on the features of your USW Local 1005 ELHT benefits plan.