Who Qualifies for EEOICPA Benefits?

More people qualify for EEOICPA than realize it. If any of the following applies to you or a family member, it’s worth a free conversation to find out for sure.

Covered worker types

• Department of Energy employees — anyone who worked directly for the DOE at a covered site
• DOE contractors and subcontractors — most workers at these sites were contractors, not direct federal employees, and they’re covered too
• Beryllium vendor employees — companies that supplied beryllium to the government
• Atomic weapons employers — private companies that built nuclear weapons components
• RECA-covered miners and millers — workers at uranium mines and mills, and some above-ground ore transporters

What illnesses qualify

Cancer, chronic beryllium disease, and silicosis are covered under Part B. A broader range of illnesses caused by toxic chemical exposure — including certain lung, kidney, and other organ conditions — are covered under Part E. If you have a diagnosis and a history of work at a covered site, the connection is often more direct than people expect — especially if your site has an approved Special Exposure Cohort →, which removes the need to reconstruct your radiation dose for certain cancers entirely.

Part B and Part E, compared

Both parts pay out tax-free with lifetime medical coverage for the approved condition — the difference is what caused the illness and how much it pays. You can qualify under one or both, depending on your diagnosis and work history.

Surviving spouses and family

If the worker has passed away, surviving spouses and, in some cases, children may be able to file on their behalf. Many families don’t realize this window is still open.

What if you’re not sure

If you’re unsure whether your job title, your employer, or your diagnosis fits — that’s normal, and it’s exactly what a free consultation is for. We’ve spent 10+ years untangling exactly this kind of question, and we don’t charge you to find out.

Worked at a specific site? See the facilities we cover →

Already have a diagnosis and want to know what’s covered? →

Ready to start? See how to apply →

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