Requests for information concerning the annuity contracts, mutual fund shares, or other similar investment products, and their terms, conditions, and interpretations thereof, claims thereunder, any requests for review of such claims and service of legal process may be directed in writing to the Fund Sponsor.
If a written request is denied, the Fund Sponsor shall within a reasonable period of time provide a written denial to the Participant. It will include the specific reasons for denial, the provisions of the contracts on which the denial is based, and how to apply for a review of the denied claim. Where appropriate, it will also include a description of any material which is needed to complete or perfect a claim and why such material is necessary. A Participant may request in writing a review of a claim denied by the Fund Sponsor and may review pertinent documents and submit issues and comments in writing. The Fund Sponsor shall provide in writing to the Participant a decision upon such request for review of a denied claim within 60 days of receipt of the request.
If special circumstances require a delay on the initial decision on a claim or a review of a denied claim, the Fund Sponsor will notify the Participant within 30 days of the date the claim was initially submitted or within 60 days of the date a review was requested. The notice will explain the reasons for the delay and when a decision can be expected.
27 Miss. Code. R. 240-XI-11.6