Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ ImageHow do I transfer my membership?

Print, complete and sign the Request for Transfer form on our forms page then send it to the division office where you would like to transfer.

FAQ ImageHow do I change my address?

Submit your new address on our contact page.

FAQ ImageHow do I change my beneficiary?

Print, complete and sign the Change of Beneficiary form on our forms page then send it to national headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri.

FAQ ImageWhere do I send my membership dues renewal?

Your membership renewal is mailed to your division office.

FAQ ImageAre benefits for automobile and travel related accidents only?

Benefits for class A and B members are for accidental injury. Listed on the what does TPA pay page are some of the claims paid by national headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri.

FAQ ImageWhat are my accident benefits?

Benefits are outlined on our accident benefits page.

FAQ ImageHow do I report an accident?

Notify national headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri.

FAQ ImageHow do I report a death?

Notify your division office or national headquarters of a members' death.

FAQ ImageWhere can I order CHAD stickers and other safety material?

CHAD stickers and safety materials are ordered through your division office.

FAQ ImageHow do I replace my key tag or membership card?

Request a replacement using the comments and suggestions box on our contact page.

FAQ ImageHow do I join?

Request an application for membership from your division office or national headquarters.

FAQ ImageWho do I call to follow up on the status of my accident claim?

Call national headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri at (314) 371-0533 and press #1 or ask for the claims department.

FAQiamgeDo you have to have an accident to get benefits?

Yes

FAQimageI see hospital benefits on my benefit sheet. I was in the hospital, can I collect?

Benefits are paid for accidents only.

FAQimageCan I re-open my claim after a period of time?

Yes, we allow up to 10 years to re-open a claim.

FAQimageAre my benefits cut in half at the age of 70?

No, the benefits were changed to pay the full amount in 1981.