COMDTINST 12800.1B — Professional Liability Insurance Reimbursement (plir)

COMDTINST 12800.1B governs Coast Guard professional liability insurance reimbursement for eligible civilian employees.

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  • Publication number: COMDTINST 12800.1B
  • Title: PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY INSURANCE REIMBURSEMENT (PLIR)
  • Date: 3/28/2023
  • Proponent: CG-122

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The publication defines qualifying and non-qualifying professional liability premiums, reimbursement eligibility, payment amounts, and request procedures. It requires fully paid annual premiums, supporting documentation, and repayment of prorated reimbursements in specified circumstances.

Applies to: The Professional Liability Insurance Reimbursement Policy applies to civilian Law Enforcement Officers, Supervisors, and Management Officials whose decisions have an impact on civilian employees.

Topics covered

  • Professional liability insurance premiums
  • Reimbursement eligibility
  • Premium reimbursement amounts
  • Reimbursement request procedures
  • Insurance policy cancellations and refunds
  • Qualified employee definitions

Questions and answers

Which civilian employees does the professional liability insurance reimbursement policy apply to?

The Professional Liability Insurance Reimbursement Policy applies to civilian Law Enforcement Officers, Supervisors, and Management Officials whose decisions have an impact on civilian employees. (paragraph 8)

Are Non-Appropriated Fund civilian employees covered by the policy?

Non- Appropriated Fund (NAF) civilian employees are not covered. (paragraph 8)

How much professional liability insurance reimbursement does the Coast Guard authorize?

The Coast Guard must authorize reimbursement to qualified employees for one-half (50 percent) of the annual premium paid to obtain professional liability insurance, in accordance with References (a) and (b).

What must an employee do after receiving a refund from a canceled professional liability insurance policy?

When either the qualified employee or the insurance carrier cancels a professional liability insurance policy and the qualified employee receives a refund of all or any part of the annual premium, the employee who receives the refund must notify the cognizant CRC for guidance within 30 days of receipt of the refund.

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