Retirement
                     
                     Checklist
                     
                     
                        
                        - Review the S.U.R.S website at  to determine retirement eligibility and begin planning process
 
                        
                        - Contact CMS at 800-442-1300 to confirm the process for medical benefits regarding
                           the state
 
                        
                        - Request and complete the S.U.R.S Retirement application and Tax packet
 
                        
                        - Reach out to Medicare to start the process for your health benefits by calling 1-800-772-1213
                           or visiting Social Security website
 
                        
                        - Request and complete an application for other reciprocal Illinois public retirement
                           systems, if applicable
 
                        
                        - Contact Human Resources/Benefits office within 30 days of retirement to complete required
                           notification at HR@CSU.edu.