Teacher Retirement System (TRS) of Texas
Organization that administers a retirement program for eligible Texas public education employees, their dependents, and their beneficiaries. TRS is a member of the Proportionate Retirement Program (PRP). ERS is the administrator of insurance benefits for members of this program.
terminal condition
A non-correctable health condition that with reasonable medical certainty will result in death within one year from the date of the attending physician’s statement.
third-party administrator
Entity that processes claims and performs related business functions for a benefit, such as Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) is the third-party administrator for HealthSelect.
tier
Prescription Drug Program classifies prescription drugs into one of three Tiers, which determines a drug’s copayment. Drugs with their corresponding Tier are listed in the health plan’s formulary.
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