The Disability Income Plan of North Carolina (DIPNC) provides an equitable replacement income for eligible TSERS and Optional Retirement Program (ORP) employees who become temporarily or permanently disabled and are unable to perform the duties required of their usual occupation.

As the employer, you administer the provisions of short-term disability since the benefit is paid by you. An explanation of DIPNC may be found in the Disability Income Plan of North Carolina Benefits Handbook located on our website. All DIPNC forms are located on the “Employer Forms” section on the ORBIT forms page. Each DIPNC form contains detailed explanations and instructions regarding specific DIPNC processes, and many of the forms include guides which offer additional detailed information.

NOTE: The North Carolina General Assembly passed legislation, effective August 1, 2007, which changes certain long- term disability provisions for any member who has less than five years of membership service as of July 31, 2007, but who meets the requirements for long-term disability on or after August 1, 2007.