Leave is unpaid; however, you may
use available PTO / Protected PTO or
sick time. You may also use your
personal time if you have no PTO o
r
P
rotected PTO available.
Report your absence daily using the
A
ssociate Information Line or the
Report an Absence Web Form unti
l
t
he facility receives notification from
Sedgwick.
Only contact Sedgwick if you will be
o
ut more than three days.
Requesting to self-quarantine or
self-isolate due to COVID-19
concerns
LEVEL
Mandated quarantine by health care
provider, government or Walmart /
Failed Health Screening
Leave is paid for up to two work
weeks* at 100% average pay.
Report your absence daily using th
e
A
ssociate Information Line or the
Report an Absence Web Form unti
l
the facility receives notifications from
S
edgwick.
Contact Sedgwick as soon as you are
aware of the need for leave but no
later than 3 business days after the
first day of your absence.
LEVEL
Unable to work due to an adverse
reaction to the COVID-19 vaccine
You may be eligible for up to three
d
ays of 100% average pay by working
with your facility to report your
absence
.
Th
e first three days will only be paid by
your facility.
If you need more time off after the
first three days , contact Sedgwick.
Medical certification from your health
care provider will be required for time
away beyond three days and prior to
returning to work.
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Leave is paid for up to two work weeks*
at 100% average pay. Then partial pay
replacement for up to 26 weeks with
medical certification.
Report your absence daily using th
e
Associate Information Line or the
Report an Absence Web Form until th
e
f
acility receives notifications from
Sedgwick.
Contact Sedgwick as soon as you are
aware of the need for leave but no
later than 3 business days after the fir
st
d
ay of your absence
.
LEVEL
1 2 3
*The maximum pay benefit is two work weeks with Level 2, Level 3, and/or adverse reaction to COVID-19 vaccine leave combined, per continuous leave event. Full policy - COVID-19 Emergency Leave Policy.
Note: All associates must report any leave extension and/or return to work (RTW) date via mySedgwick or Sedgwick’s Integrated Voice Response (IVR) within four days leading up to their end of leave date to
avoid delay with pay and systems access.
Please note: All COVID Emergency Leaves must be filed by visiting
MySedgwick via One.Walmart.com/LOA
Leave is unpaid; however, you may
use available PTO.
Report your absence as usual for
your area rather than contacting
Sedgwick for each eligible self-
quarantine leave.
If you choose to be out longer than
two weeks, contact Sedgwick to
request additional time away.
Note: upon claim intake, please
select yes I have worked with my
facility for the first two weeks.
Requesting to self-quarantine or
self-isolate due to COVID-19
concerns
Mandated quarantine by health care
provider, government or Walmart /
Failed Health Screening
Leave is paid for up to two work
weeks* at 100% average weeks pay.
Report your absence as usual for your
area rather than contacting Sedgwick
for each eligible mandated quarantine
leave.
If you need to be out longer than two
weeks, contact Sedgwick to request
additional time away.
Note: upon claim intake, please select
yes I have worked with my facility
for the first two weeks.
Unable to work due to an adverse
reaction to the COVID-19 vaccine
You may be eligible for up to three
days of pay by working with your
facility to report your absence.
The first three days will only be paid by
your facility.
If you need more time off after the
first three days of your absence,
contact Sedgwick.
Medical certification from your health
care provider will be required for time
away beyond three days and prior to
returning to work.
*The maximum pay benefit is two work weeks with Level 2, Level 3, and/or adverse reaction to COVID-19 vaccine leave combined, per continuous leave event. Full policy - COVID-19 Emergency Leave Policy.
Note: All associates must report any leave extension and/or return to work (RTW) date via mySedgwick or Sedgwick’s Integrated Voice Response (IVR) within four days leading up to their end of leave date to
avoid delay with pay and systems access.
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Leave is paid for up to two work weeks*
at 100% pay. Then partial pay
replacement for up to 26 weeks with
medical certification.
Follow your normal process for
reporting your absence until your leave
is approved.
Contact Sedgwick as soon as you are
aware of the need for leave but no
later than 3 business days after the first
day of your absence.
Please note: All COVID Emergency Leaves must be filed by visiting MySedgwick via One.Walmart.com/LOA
1 2 3
LEVEL
LEVEL
LEVEL
COVID-19
Vaccine Reaction
Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed
hands.
Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20
seconds
. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-
based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.
Talk or video chat with your own doctor or mental health
specialist from home and it’s covered just like a regular visit.
Contact your doctor's office to find out more.
Video chat with a doctor or mental health specialist with
Doctor On Demand for $0. Medical visits are available 24/7.
Learn more at
One.Walmart.com/DOD
Get eligible prescriptions by mail through Walmart Home
Delivery Pharmacy. If you’re enrolled in a Walmart medical
plan, call
866-855-0740 for details. Or call OptumRx at 844-
705-7493.
You may also get early refills at Walmart, Walmart Home
Delivery or Walmart Specialty pharmacy.
Free help is available 24/7 with Resources For Living.
Visit
One.Walmart.com/RFL or call 800-825-3555.
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Get Your Prescriptions by Mail
See a Doctor from Home
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FAQs
Supporting the health of our associates
COVID Vaccine Reaction
1.
What if I have side effects from the COVID-19 vaccine which keep me from coming to work?
You’ll be eligible for time off with pay under the Emergency Leave Policy if you have side effects from the vaccine that
cause you to miss work. Side effects include, but are not limited to fever or chills, body aches, fatigue, headache, or
allergic reactions.
If you are experiencing side effects, time away must be requested within 3 days of vaccination and may be used only
one time per vaccination, for up to two events.
2.
How many times can I take time off for vaccine side effects?
Because the COVID-19 vaccine requires two doses, time away for adverse reactions can only be used twice.
3.
Do associates who get a vaccine still need to social distance?
Yes, vaccinated associates should still continue to social distance, wear masks, and practice proper hygiene. They should
also continue to follow posted guidelines related to symptoms (for example, don’t come to work if you have a fever).
4.
Whats the reporting process if I need to be out due to side effects from the COVID-19 vaccine?
Report your absence each day as you normally would. The first three days should be coordinated with your facility or
HR leadership before filing with Sedgwick.
Contact Sedgwick if:
You are going to be out for more than three days, only after working with your facility for days one through
three.
Visit MySedgwick at One.Walmart.com/LOA to file a request for leave. A medical certification from your health
care provider will be required for time away from work beyond three days and prior to returning to work.
5.
Will I be paid if I miss work because of side effects from the COVID-19 vaccine? If so, how?
Hourly associates and OTR drivers:
Eligible for up to three days of pay at your regular hourly wage. Report your absence each day as you normally
would.
HR / Facility Leaders Please reference the GTA COVID Job Aid
for guidance on how to code the first three days
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Salaried associates:
Eligible for up to three days of pay continuance. Report your absence each day as you normally would.
If you need to be out more than three days, visit MySedgwick at One.Walmart.com/LOA to file your leave as soon as
possible. If you qualify for paid leave benefits, Sedgwick will calculate your pay in accordance with the COVID
Emergency Leave Policy. Your payments will be processed through Walmart Payroll and you will be paid on regular
paydays.
6.
What if my family member has side effects from the COVID-19 vaccine and I need to care for them?
Time away to care for someone experiencing side effects from the COVID-19 vaccine is not covered under the COVID
Emergency Leave Policy. Hourly associates may be eligible for a leave of absence to care for a family member and can
use paid time off during this time. Salaried associates and OTR drivers may be eligible for family care pay and a leave of
absence. All associates are required to call into their facility and report their absence as they normally would until their
leave of absence is approved. Associates should contact Sedgwick if they’ll be out for more than three days.
Attendance
COVID-19related absences for associates on an approved COVID-19 leave
7.
What’s the reporting process if I need to be out for any COVID-19related concerns?
Hourly associates and OTR drivers:
Report your absence each day as you normally would.
Contact Sedgwick if:
You’re going to be out for more than three days;
You’re choosing to self-quarantine, isolate, or care for a family member affected by COVID-19;
You fail the Walmart Health Screening and require quarantine;
You’re required to quarantine by a health care provider, government agency, or by Walmart; or
You’ve been diagnosed with COVID-19.
Visit MySedgwick at One.Walmart.com/LOA to file a request for leave. Associates who need time away for three days or
less should work with their facility or HR leadership for options.
Salaried associates:
Report your absence each day as you normally would. The first two weeks of a Level 1 (unable to work or
uncomfortable at work due to COVID-19 concerns and choose to quarantine/isolate themselves) or Level 2 (facility
is part of a mandated quarantine or required to quarantine by a health care provider, government agency or by
Walmart) should be coordinated with your HR leadership before filing with Sedgwick.
Contact Sedgwick if:
You’re going to be out for more than two weeks for a self or mandatory quarantine; or
You’ve been diagnosed with COVID-19.
8.
Will I get an occurrence if I miss work because of a COVID-19related absence?
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The attendance occurrence policy will be waived for associates who are placed on an approved COVID-19 leave for
absences due to COVID-19–related concerns, symptoms, or illnesses. Any leave request of three days or less will be
denied and is subject to standard attendance guidelines. Associates should work with their facility or HR leadership for
options.
9.
If I travel for personal reasons to a location that requires quarantining upon return, is this a self-quarantine or a
mandated quarantine?
If you choose to travel for personal reasons to an area restricted by your state and are required to self-quarantine per
state guidance, you are eligible for a Level 1 self-quarantine. If you failed the health screening due to personal travel, you
must file for a self-quarantine leave of absence.
COVID-19 Emergency Leave Policy
Eligibility
10.
Do I qualify for this leave if I fail the Walmart Health Screening?
Yes. Any associate who fails the Walmart Health Screening and is required to quarantine for more than three days can
report their absence to Sedgwick for a Level 2 paid leave. Associates are expected to report their return to work once
their recommended quarantine period ends.
11.
What if one of my immediate family members is diagnosed with COVID-19?
A key step in maintaining safety is to make sure associates who are living with someone who has tested positive for
COVID-19 are also quarantining, even if they don’t feel sick.
The Walmart Health Screening includes this question:
In the last 14 days, has anyone you live with been lab-tested positive for COVID-19, OR, have you been in close contact with
someone who has been lab-tested positive for COVID-19?”
Any associate or vendor who answers yes to this question will be required to quarantine for 14 days from their last
contact with the person that tested positive. Associates should contact Sedgwick to notify them of the failed health
screening and be considered eligible for a Level 2 leave.
Taking a Leave
12.
Do I need to submit any documentation to take a leave of absence for COVID-19?
If you’ve been diagnosed with COVID-19 and can’t return to work after two weeks, you’ll need to provide medical
documentation in order to be eligible for additional pay replacement. Before you can return to work, a medical
certification is required.
For mandatory quarantines, Sedgwick will require you to provide one or more of the following:
Reason for quarantine
If applicable, the name and phone number of the healthcare provider or authority requiring quarantine or
If applicable, the number of days Walmart required you to quarantine
For vaccine leaves, youll be required to provide:
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Date of vaccine
Name of issuing provider
If you’re an hourly associate in New York, New Jersey, or Hawaii, you’ll need to submit medical documentation from a
licensed medical provider that has treated you for a diagnosis or symptoms of COVID-19 to qualify for your state’s
short-term disability benefits.
If you’re a New York hourly, salaried, or driver associate, you may also qualify for New York Paid Family Leave benefits.
You’ll need a licensed health care provider whos treating your family member to complete a form, which Lincoln will
provide. You’ll also need to complete a Release of Personal Health Information form; which Lincoln will also provide. To
start the process, file for a leave of absence with Sedgwick, who will notify Lincoln of your request.
If you’re advised to self-quarantine, New Jersey and Hawaii hourly associates may also be eligible to receive state
disability benefits. You and your licensed health care provider will need to complete a form, which Lincoln will provide to
you.
In New Jersey, the definition of “sickness” now includes known or suspected exposure to illness as well as in-home
care or treatment for yourself or a family member. You’ll need to provide a notice of determination from a health
care provider, or public health authority that you or a family member’s presence in the community will put others at
risk; and a recommendation, direction or order from the health care provider or public health authority that you or
your family member be isolated or quarantined as the result of exposure.
Paid Family Leave in New Jersey is administered by the state. You’ll need to contact Sedgwick to file for a leave of
absence and contact the state to learn about eligibility for paid family care.
In Hawaii, you’ll need a doctor’s note stating that you are ill or quarantined because of COVID-19.
13.
If I take a leave of absence for COVID-19, will I get paid? If so, when?
If you choose to self-quarantine, , you may use available PTO/Protected PTO or sick time, but you are not required to.
You may also use your personal time if you have no PTO or Protected PTO available. If you don’t have any paid time off
available, your self-quarantine will be unpaid. If youre required to quarantine, failed the Walmart Health Screening, been
diagnosed with COVID-19, or have experienced side effects from the COVID-19 vaccine, you may be eligible for up to
two weeks of pay. Visit MySedgwick at One.Walmart.com/LOA
to file your leave as soon as possible if you’re going to be
out for more than three days.
If you qualify for paid leave benefits, Sedgwick will coordinate your pay. Your payments will be processed through
Walmart Payroll and you’ll be paid on regular paydays. When your leave is complete, you’re required to report your return
to work to Sedgwick.
14.
What if I’m mandated to quarantine and then get diagnosed with COVID-19?
The maximum pay benefit is two work weeks with Level 2, Level 3, and/or adverse reaction to COVID-19 vaccine leave
combined, per continuous leave event. If you’ve been diagnosed with COVID-19 and aren’t able to return to work after
that time, you may be eligible for additional pay replacement for up to 26 weeks.
15.
How is pay calculated?
Please refer to the COVID-19 Emergency Leave Policy by visiting the People Policies page on One.Walmart.com.
16.
Do I need to report my return to work upon completion of my Leave of Absence?
Yes. All associates must report their return to work (RTW) date via mySedgwick or Sedgwick’s Integrated Voice
Response (IVR) within four days leading up to their RTW to avoid delay with pay and systems access.
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To avoid overpayments for salaried associates who do not report their RTW in a timely manner, Sedgwick will place the
associate on an unpaid leave at the end of their approved leave to prevent the associate from receiving both regular
salary and leave pay.
Both the associate and manager can visit mySedgwick via One.Walmart.com/LOA to report an associate’s RTW
Call Sedgwick’s automated IVR line at 1.800.492.5678 - Option 3 to report RTW
17.
Will my incentive award be affected if I take a leave of absence for COVID-19?
If you’ve worked hours during the incentive quarter or if you were on a leave of absence and used PTO hours, you’ll
receive an incentive payout. Payout will be determined based on your worked and/or PTO and PPTO hours used.
If you were on unpaid LOA or long-term disability, you’re not eligible, but could receive a prorated incentive award
(based on previous hours worked, plus any PTO/PPTO hours used for inactive days while on unpaid LOA.). If you were on
Military LOA, please refer to the Military LOA Policy at One.Walmart.com via Work > Policies > People Policies > Leave
of Absence Policy > Military Leave (English) and contact your facility or HR leader. This guidance applies to all types of
LOAs including the Emergency Leave Policy. If you have more questions, refer to your incentive plan document.
18.
Will my job be protected while I’m on a COVID-19 Emergency Leave?
Yes. An approved leave of absence for a self-quarantine, mandated quarantine, diagnosis, or side effects from the
COVID-19 vaccine for which you receive time away or pay for Walmart’s COVID-19 Emergency Leave Policy is job-
protected, in general, for up to a maximum of 52 weeks. Your position is not to be replaced; however, your role may be
temporarily filled until you return.
19.
What if I have the flu or strep throat? Does this policy apply to me?
No, this leave policy is just for COVID-19. Standard policies apply for other illnesses.
20.
What if my child’s school or daycare closes or my child is required to quarantine?
School and childcare closures, as well as the need for your child to quarantine due to COVID 19, qualify for an unpaid,
Level 1 self-quarantine leave. When filing with Sedgwick, please select the School/Child Care Closure reason at intake if
you’ll be out for more than three days. You can substitute available paid time off or personal time pay for any unpaid time
off.
21.
What if I’m out for more than two work weeks due to COVID-19?
Time away under Walmart’s COVID-19 Emergency Leave Policy will be job-protected for up to 52 weeks. Your role may
be temporarily filled until you return.
Under certain limited circumstances, the company may grant additional COVID-19 leave, up to a maximum of 52 weeks.
If you need to extend your leave beyond 52 weeks due to a condition that you believe qualifies as a disability, you must
request an extension from Sedgwick at least 30 days before you complete the 52 weeks of leave. The company will
determine (a) whether you’re a qualified individual with a disability and (b) whether it’s reasonable to extend the leave
for a specific period of time.
If you work in Washington State and feel you need to extend your leave beyond 52 weeks because you are at risk, you
should request an extension from Sedgwick at least 30 days before you complete the 52 weeks of leave. The company
will determine whether there are any options to allow you to return to work, or if additional leave should be granted.
22.
Does FMLA time run concurrently with time under the COVID-19 Emergency Leave Policy?
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Any time off under the COVID-19 Emergency Leave Policy will not run concurrently with any federal, state, and/or
company leaves. Time off under a Walmart short-term disability plan will run concurrently with applicable federal, state,
and/or company leaves.
23.
I’m on disability leave for other reasons and have been diagnosed with COVID-19. Can I receive two weeks of pay
under the COVID-19 Emergency Leave Policy?
No. If you’re already on an approved disability leave, you’ll continue under that leave.
24.
How can I check on the status of a leave claim or request?
Associates, their direct supervisors, and People Partners can view claim status through MySedgwick on
One.Walmart.com/LOA
.
25.
If I go on leave, will I still need to pay premiums for my medical benefits?
Yes. To keep your benefits during your leave, you must continue to pay the premiums that are normally deducted from
your paycheck. If you’re on a paid leave, these costs will be deducted automatically from your check.
If you're on an unpaid leave, or if you exhaust your short-term disability benefits, you must pay your premiums yourself
by the Friday of the end of each pay period.
26.
If my state offers paid leave for associates who need time away from work to care for a seriously ill family member,
am I covered under the state plan?
Associates in California, New Jersey, New York, District of Columbia (Washington, DC), and Washington State with
state-paid family benefits can apply through their state program with no impact to the benefits under the COVID-19
Emergency Leave Policy.
27.
Will state disability programs impact benefits under the COVID-19 Emergency Leave Policy?
Benefits received under the COVID-19 Emergency Leave Policy are separate from state disability programs. Associates
can apply for state benefits with no impact to benefits under the COVID-19 Emergency Leave Policy. The following
states currently have state disability plans: California, District of Columbia (Washington, DC), Hawaii, Massachusetts,
New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, and Washington State.
28.
Is COVID-19 covered under Workers’ Compensation?
Claims filed under the COVID-19 Emergency Leave Policy will be paid in accordance with the Leave Policy. COVID-19
Workers’ Compensation claims will be determined based on state law. If a claim is payable under Workers’
Compensation, payment under the Emergency Leave Policy and/or disability will end.
COVID-19 Emergency Sick Time Policy
Legacy Sick Bank
29.
What happened to the Emergency Sick Time Policy?
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The Emergency Sick Time Policy ended on January 31, 2021. Effective February 1, 2021, our PTO policies were
updated to allow associates with Legacy Sick time to use it when missing work to take care of a sick family
member or for their own illness without having to use their PTO or Protected PTO first.
Walmart Medical Plan Participants
Visiting a Doctor
30.
I’m on a Walmart medical plan and need to see a doctor, but all the in-network doctors are booked. Can I go to an
out-of-network doctor?
You can go to an out-of-network doctor, but you’ll pay more. You can see a doctor online right away with Doctor On
Demand, instead of waiting for an appointment in person. Doctor On Demand is now $0 with most Walmart medical
plans. Grand Rounds is also available to plan participants. To search for doctors in your area, go to
One.Walmart.com/GrandRounds
.
31.
I think I may have COVID-19. Can Doctor On Demand help?
If you’re enrolled in a Walmart medical plan:
Complete a two-minute self-assessment
.
Doctor On Demand is now $0 with most Walmart medical plans.
Doctor On Demand can help you determine your risk and what your next steps are, but they can’t test for COVID-
19.
If you’re not enrolled in a Walmart medical plan:
Complete a two-minute self-assessment
.
The cost for a Doctor On Demand visit is $75.
Doctor On Demand can help you determine your risk and what your next steps are, but they can’t test for COVID-
19.
32.
Do I have to wait long for a visit with Doctor On Demand?
Because of COVID-19, many people are using Doctor On Demand. Theyre working hard to see as many patients as
quickly as they can. Before you see a doctor, it helps to:
Complete a two-minute self-assessment
.
Use the Doctor on Demand app to schedule an appointment time that works for you.
33.
How much does it cost to get tested for COVID-19?
It depends. Doctors and hospitals charge different prices to administer the test. If you’re covered on a Walmart medical
plan, the test will be covered at no cost to you.
34.
What kind of provider treats COVID-19?
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You should first call a primary care doctor in your area. Depending on your symptoms, that doctor may refer you to
someone else for care.
35.
What if I need/want to go to an out-of-network provider for care?
You should contact your medical plan administrator to discuss options for a network exception. The phone number is
located on the back of your plan ID card.
36.
Can I use my Health Savings Account to pay for cleaning supplies?
Contact HealthEquity at 866-296-2860 for questions about eligible expenses.
37.
I keep hearing about COVID-19 in the news and am very stressed out. How can I get help?
Tips to help keep calm are available online at One.Walmart.com/ResourcesForLiving. You can also call Resources for
Living 24/7 for help coping with any unknowns in your life, including fears around COVID-19. Help is available at no
cost, even if you’re not enrolled in Walmart benefits. Just call
800-825-3555.
Psychologists and psychiatrists can work with you to understand and treat anxiety about COVID-19 or other issues.
Virtual behavioral health visits through Doctor On Demand are now $0 with most Walmart medical plans.
Going to the pharmacy
38.
If I’m quarantined, can I get my medicine delivered to me?
If you’re on a Walmart medical plan, you can use the Walmart Mail Order Pharmacy. Walmart Home Delivery Pharmacy
will fill your prescription and mail it to your home in all 50 states with no charge for shipping.
Call 866-855-0740
for more information or to transfer your prescriptions. Our pharmacist will do the rest. You can also
call OptumRX at 844-705-7493.
39.
Can a Walmart or Sam’s Club pharmacy test me for COVID-19?
No. You can’t be tested for COVID-19 at a Walmart or Sam’s Club pharmacy.
40.
Can I get my prescription refill early in case I get quarantined?
Yes. Patients with active prescriptions can temporarily get an early refill if they have remaining refills on file at Walmart,
Walmart Home Delivery, or Walmart Specialty Pharmacy. Controlled substances will not be permitted for early refills.
This decision will be continuously evaluated based on CDC guidance, federal and state declarations, and other relevant
data.
Centers of Excellence
41.
Is there a Center of Excellence for treating COVID-19?
No. A primary care doctor in your area can provide treatment. Please call your doctor before arriving at the office. Your
doctor may have specific procedures you should follow.
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42.
How will travel be handled under the Centers of Excellence program during COVID-19?
For spine or joint replacement surgeries, patients can choose to stay in their local area for care at regular medical
benefits. Patients will need to call Health Design Plus at 877-230-7037
to discuss a network exception and
coordination through Grand Rounds.
For cardiac surgery and cancer, the Centers of Excellence program is voluntary, and there is no requirement to
travel.
For weight loss surgeries and transplant care, travel is still required. Patients can choose to postpone care until they
feel safe to travel.
Walmart 401(k) Plan
43.
There has been a lot of change in the value of my 401(k) recently and some of it appears to be related to concerns
about COVID-19. How safe are my investments?
Your 401(k) account is made up of various investment options and is subject to market returns. Your 401(k) investments
are not guaranteed and are subject to market volatility. You should talk to your personal financial advisor for more
information and to determine your level of investment risk.
44.
What happens to my 401(k) loan payment if I become quarantined?
If you qualify for paid benefits, Sedgwick will coordinate your pay and your loan repayment will be deducted
automatically. If you’re not receiving a paycheck, you could be responsible for loan repayments. These can be made
directly to Merrill. If you go on an approved leave of absence, your loan may be re-amortized when you return to work.
45.
How can I get to my 401(k) money quickly if needed?
If eligible, you can take a loan or hardship withdrawal from your account. You can also withdraw money from your 401(k)
if you’re over 59½ or have rollover money in your account. You should talk to your financial advisor before requesting a
distribution.
46.
I was going to retire soon. Should I postpone?
Retirement is an individual decision that should be made after careful consideration. You should talk to your financial
advisor about your retirement plans.
Resources
MySedgwick on One.Walmart.com/LOA
People Services 800-421-1362
People lead, MHRM or facility manager