Resources — What you need to know
All employees1 at 51ÉçÇø are covered by Workers' Compensation insurance. The coverage is part of a Montana University System (MUS) Self-funded Workers’ Compensation Program. This program has been in existence since 2003 and is provided at no cost to employees.
Two excellent sources of information can be found online providing a very informative discussion about general workers compensation benefits in Montana and the specifics of the self-funded MUS program created by the Montana Board of Regents (BOR) for all MUS and OCHE employees.
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- The summary is updated annually to reflect any statute changes that may result from the Montana Legislature biannual session.
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- This site is a very good source of specific details that are particular to the MUS Self-Funded Workers Compensation Program. Examples of the information are: Explanation of the Work Comp Claim Process; Successful Healing and Return to Work; FAQ’s; and MUS Workers’ Compensation Management Committee.
Other Important Links & Documents
If you have any questions or comments about the 51ÉçÇø Workers’ Compensation program, contact at 406-496-4380 or contact at 406-496-4463.
1Employee is defined by any faculty, staff or student who are paid through the 51ÉçÇø payroll department. Volunteers are not eligible for WC benefits.