A Closer Look
Expeditious Payments
Our compassionate, highly trained staff will explain our policy settlement options so that beneficiaries can make the right choice for their needs. Death benefits can be initiated as soon as we receive an original death certificate.
Claims Initiation
We’ll notify government agencies and life insurance companies to initiate their claims processes and assist with completing and forwarding claim requests so benefits are received promptly. We will continuously follow-up to ensure that benefits are paid in full.
Advocacy
We’ll make initial inquiries and do the follow-up work in claims disputes, acting as advocates for your loved ones.
Surviving Spouse Continued Support
We’ll continue to support your surviving spouse after you are gone by sending them a personalized report on their benefits and entitlements.
In order for Armed Forces Mutual to swiftly process claims and secure survivor benefits, we suggest you visit the Armed Forces Mutual Member Center and ensure we have copies of the following documents we consider essential (if applicable to you):
If you have digital copies of your essential documents, you may upload them to your secure Digital Vault in the Armed Forces Mutual Member Center by following these simple instructions. While you are there, please be sure to update any missing or inaccurate profile information.
Other Important Documents
- Birth Certificates
- Death Certificate(s) of spouse/former spouse and dependents
- Legal Documents (Wills, Powers of Attorney, Estate plans)
- Civil Service Pension
- Notification of disabled adult children
- Non-Armed Forces Mutual life insurance policy information