No-Cost Healthcare for Project Rio Blanco Workers
The Energy Employees Occupational Illness Compensation Program Act (EEOICPA) is a federal initiative aimed at providing aid to former energy workers who were exposed to hazardous substances during their term of employment. This coverage extends to those who were employed at the Project Rio Blanco plant in Rifle, CO. These eligible individuals are entitled to receive lump sum payments and no-cost health benefits, subject to meeting specific criteria.
United Energy Workers (UEW) is dedicated to providing no-cost in-home healthcare services to beneficiaries under the EEOICPA. With a steadfast commitment to assisting during the claims process, UEW ensures seamless paperwork management, fostering understanding, and creating an eased experience for clients as they navigate through the filing process.
DoE Compensation for Energy Workers
Who is Eligible for EEOICPA?
You might qualify for compensation and health benefits under the EEOICPA if
- You worked at the Project Rio Blanco facility as a Department of Energy employee (or preceding agencies), DoE contractor, or subcontractor
- You worked between 1973-1976.
- You worked within the parameters established for one or more other classes of employees in the Special Exposure Cohort for at least 250 days
- You have been diagnosed with one of the covered illnesses.
What Illnesses Are Covered?
An employee must have sustained one of the following diseases while employed by the DOE, an atomic weapons employer, or a beryllium vendor:
- Specific cancers;
- Chronic silicosis;
- Beryllium sensitivity, or
- Chronic beryllium disease.
How We Help You
Navigating life with a radiation-related illness can be immensely challenging. United Energy Workers (UEW) recognizes this and is committed to supporting former energy workers who may qualify for medical benefits under the EEOICPA and RECA programs. By providing no-cost in-home healthcare and comprehensive claims assistance, UEW is dedicated to easing this journey and ensuring beneficiaries receive the care they deserve.
We Help You File Your Claim
Our knowledgeable Colorado team will sit down with you and go over all the details of your claim. We are able to walk you through the process of submitting a claim either on behalf of yourself or a family member. If a professional advocate is needed, we can direct you toward some recommendations.
No-Cost Healthcare Services
We help Colorado residents diagnosed with qualifying illnesses to receive the care and treatment you need. We assist with physical therapy and other healthcare-related needs that can take place in the home. If you or a loved one is afflicted with an occupational disease and are living in the state of Colorado, you may qualify for free health care.
Who We Are
United Energy Workers Healthcare is a family-based company, whose heritage began deep in the uranium mines of Blanding, Utah. These deep roots have inspired our family and are the driving force to serve other families that have struggled with similar situations. That personal connection has pushed us to become a national leader in home healthcare.
Who We Serve
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If you already have this card, then you are already approved to receive no-cost medical benefits! Call us to get started today.
In order to be eligible for EEOICPA/RECA benefits, an individual must have been employed at a covered Department of Energy facility, an approved atomic weapons facility, or at a permitted beryllium vendor. An individual must also have one of the covered conditions as a result of exposure to radiation, beryllium, or silica while employed at an accepted facility. In addition, uranium miners, millers, and ore transporters are eligible for benefits if they develop an illness as a result of exposure to toxic substances (such as radiation, chemicals, solvents, acids, and metals) and worked at a facility covered under RECA. Eligibility requirements vary by location and condition.