§ 18-33. Claims procedure for members and beneficiaries.

(a)

Any member or beneficiary whose application or claim for benefits has been denied shall receive from the board a written notice setting forth the specific reasons for such denial, the reasons therein to be clearly and fully explained so as to afford such member or beneficiary a clear understanding of the decision rendered.

(b)

Any member or beneficiary whose application or claim for benefits has been denied shall have the right to a rehearing and a fair and full review by the board regarding the facts, circumstances and information pertaining to the claim and the reasons for denial of such claim.

(Code 1964, § 9A-5(g); Ord. No. 1416, § 6(l), 8-27-86)