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Messages from the Special Master

Message from Special Master Rupa Bhattacharyya

May 10, 2018

Dear Friends,

As a team, the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund (“VCF”) remains committed to awarding compensation as quickly and fairly as possible, and to handling each claim with the individual attention it deserves. The program statistics report we are issuing today reflects the strong and steady progress of the VCF under its current leadership team.

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Law Firm Meeting Notes

May 2, 2018

Notes posted from the April 25, 2018 VCF conference call with law firms.

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Claim Management System Update

March 19, 2018

Law Firm Tip Sheet posted for recent enhancements made to the Online Claims System.

Messages from the Special Master

Message from Special Master Rupa Bhattacharyya

February 13, 2018

Dear Friends

Today, the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund (“VCF” or “Fund”) publishes its Sixth Annual Status Report and the second Annual Reassessment of Policies and Procedures required under the terms of the Reauthorized Zadroga Act, Pub. L. No. 114-113 (Dec. 18, 2015). The report details the activities, advances, and accomplishments of a very productive year at the VCF.

VCF FAQ

7.5 我住在美国大陆以外的地方。我需要去WTC健康项目对我的疾病进行治疗认证吗?

February 1, 2018

不需要。作为居住在美国境外的外国居民,您可以通过我们的私人医生流程的方式对您的疾病进行确认。您应该填写私人医生表格,作为您的在线索赔提交的一部分或使用我们网站上的表格。VCF将直接与WTC健康项目一道合作来确认您的疾病是否符合获得赔偿的资格。

如果您对您的具体情况有疑问,请联系求助热线1-855-885-1555。

VCF FAQ

7.5 Mieszkam poza Stanami Zjednoczonymi. Czy ja tez musze skierować się do Programu Zdrowia WTC w celu kwalifikacji do objęcia leczeniem?

February 1, 2018

Nie. Mieszkaniec innego kraju na stale przebywający poza Stanami Zjednoczonymi może mieć uszczerbek na zdrowiu uznany przez proces weryfikacji lekarza prywatnego. Prosimy o wypełnienie Formularza Weryfikacji Lekarza Prywatnego podczas wypełniania formularzu wniosku lub wykorzystując formularz dostępny na naszej stronie. VCF przy współpracy z Programem Zdrowia WTC uzna Państwa uszczerbek na zdrowiu jako uprawniający do otrzymania odszkodowania.

VCF FAQ

7.5 Yo resido fuera de los Estados Unidos. ¿Necesito ir al Programa de Salud del WTC para obtener mi condición certificada para tratamiento?

February 1, 2018

No. Al residir en el extranjero, fuera de los Estados Unidos, usted puede utilizar nuestro proceso de Médico Privado para verificar su condición o condiciones. Usted tendrá que completar los formularios de Médico Privado cuando esté completando su reclamo en línea, el formulario está disponible en nuestra página web. El VCF trabajará directamente con el Programa de Salud del WTC para verificar su condición o condiciones elegibles para compensación.

VCF FAQ

7.4 I live outside the continental Unites States. Do I need to go to the WTC Health Program to have my condition certified for treatment?

February 1, 2018

No. As a foreign resident, living outside the U.S., you are able to have your conditions verified through our Private Physician process. You should complete the Private Physician forms either as part of your online claim submission or by using the forms on our website. The VCF will work directly with the WTC Health Program to verify your condition(s) as eligible for compensation.

If you have questions about your particular situation, please contact the Helpline at 1-855-885-1555.

Messages from the Special Master

A message from Special Master Sheila Birnbaum - VCF Program Update

October 23, 2013

October 3, 2013 was an important registration deadline for the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund. Anyone who was diagnosed with a 9/11-related condition on or before October 3, 2011 for which they intend to seek compensation from the VCF must have registered with the Fund by the October 3, 2013 deadline.

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Important Reminders for Law Firms

October 23, 2013

Updated important reminders for law firms (originally posted on June 17, 2013).

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Compensation Decisions

October 1, 2013
This weekly report provides general information regarding each individual award determination issued by the VCF.
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Exhibit E

October 1, 2013
Notice of Filing for Deceased Individuals
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Exhibit A - Deceased Individuals

October 1, 2013
Authorization for release of medical records. Exhibit A must be mailed to the VCF with original signatures.
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Exhibit A

October 1, 2013
Authorization for release of medical records. Exhibit A must be mailed to the VCF with original signatures.
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CMS Enhancements

September 11, 2013

Information for Law Firms page updated with important information regarding enhancements to the Claims Management System.

Messages from the Special Master

A message from Special Master, Sheila Birnbaum

August 5, 2013

I am pleased to announce the appointment of Patricia G. Houser as the Fund’s Director of Operations.

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Law Firm Reminders

June 17, 2013

Information for Law Firms page updated with important reminders.

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Updated Form

May 14, 2013

New Fillable PDF files posted: Certification for Compensation Form.

Messages from the Special Master

来自专案助理 Sheila Birnbaum的讯息 - VCF 计划更新

April 8, 2013

在2012年12月18日,我在本网站发布了一则消息,这则消息传递了有关索赔审查过程和协助VCF尽可 能高效率地处理您的索赔的秘诀的非常重要的信息。请点击这里,阅读完整的讯息。  
 
作为这则消息的一部分,我解释过, VCF 的审查过程就会开始,如果 VCF 都收到了您的《资格表》,经 签署的证明书,认证书,和附件的原件, 使我们能够从其他机构提取有关您的索赔资料。许多组织要求 我们提供签名的原件,因此,您必须通过邮递向VCF提交这些文件。如果您在线提交索赔,同时,上传 了这些文件的副本,在有效地审查您的索赔前,我们仍然需要收到这些经签署文件的原件。 
 
截至 2013 年 4 月 5 日,我们收到的有超过 2,770 份《资格表》》,是没有附上与之相关的证明 书,认证书 ,和 / 或附物的原件。这些索赔不可能得到充分的审阅,直到我们收到一整套完整文件。 如果您提交了 《资格表》,尚未邮寄这些证明文件,我建议您立刻去办理。如果您对需要什么文件有疑问, 或需要VCF提供收到您的索赔文件的确认,请联系我们的免费援助热线:1-855-8851555。听力障碍人士,请联系1-855-885-1558 (TDD)。如果您从美国境外来电,请拨打1-202-3530356。 ****************