Tuberculosis Presumption FAQ

Tuberculosis that develops or manifests itself during a period while a member is in the service of a fire department including: a city or county department, a fire district, CAL FIRE, UC or CSU departments, or a county forestry or firefighting department. Tuberculosis that develops or manifests during a period of separation from service, as defined below, is also covered.

Full hospital, surgical, and medical treatment, as well as disability and death benefits.

following termination of service for a period of time that depends on the length of employment. The presumption is available to a member after the termination of service for 3 months for each year of service completed. There is a maximum of 60 months, or 5 years, following termination of service.