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Benefits and Protections
Allows you to keep your health coverage.
COBRA typically lets you keep the same health benefits you had while employed--including access to your doctors and similar costs for prescriptions. However, cost is an important consideration when electing COBRA. You usually pay the full premium amount, unless your employer agrees to cover some or all of it as part of your separation.
Extends coverage for dependents.
Spouses and children may enroll in COBRA--even if you, the former employee do not.
Avoids a lapse in coverage.
COBRA helps you keep coverage between jobs other life events,
Gives you generous time to enroll.
You have 60 days to enroll in COBRA, starting when your job-based coverage ends or when you receive a COBRA election notice--whichever is later.
Ensures long-term coverage is available.
COBRA provides temporary coverage to you and your dependents--usually up to 18 months.
Start here for answers. These short videos address the most common questions about COBRA, such as how the process works, who is eligible, how to enroll, and more. Select a video below to find the information you need.
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I want details on how the COBRA process works.
Watch this video for an explanation.
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I want to know if I’m eligible for COBRA.
Who is eligible for COBRA?
Find out if you and your family qualify for COBRA.
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I need help enrolling in COBRA.
Keep your coverage
Learn how to enroll in COBRA and avoid a gap in coverage.
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I want to know what happens if I lose my job and my COBRA coverage hasn’t started yet.
Stay Proactive, Stay Covered
Protect your benefits when you need them most. Discover how COBRA election ensures continuous health coverage.
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I want to understand how COBRA and Medicare work together.
How does Medicare affect your COBRA coverage?
Understand how COBRA and Medicare work together.
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