HomeMy WebLinkAboutSmoking cessationSMOKING CESSATION
To assist employees who want to stop smoking, the City wellness program will
contribute to the cost of smoking cessation efforts including nicotine gum and the
nicotine patch. Employees are eligible following successful completion of their
six-month probationary period. Nicotine gum or the patch will only be reimbursed
one dose at a time. The limits to coverage are as follows:
gum – 10 packages per lifetime
patch – 12 weeks per lifetime
prescriptions – 12 weeks per lifetime
For reimbursement for nicotine gum or the patch, contact Personnel for a
reimbursement form. Proof of purchase, which shows the name of the product
and payment, will be required.
These maximums have been identified as sufficient to assist an individual trying
to quit. City of Iowa City health insurance does not cover smoking cessation
efforts. If you receive this benefit through another insurance company you will
only be eligible for reimbursement for any amount not covered by that insurance.
Other smoking cessation programs may be considered for reimbursement. For
information regarding reimbursement, please contact Personnel prior to
expending funds.