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Re: Continuation of Cobra
In Reply to: Continuation of Cobra posted by Adele Fox on January 08, 2004 at 08:44:02:
This is from the DOL FAQ on COBRA:
Can individuals qualify for longer periods of COBRA continuation coverage?
Yes, disability can extend the 18 month period of continuation coverage for a qualifying event that is a termination of employment or reduction of hours. To qualify for additional months of COBRA continuation coverage, the qualified beneficiary must:
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Have a ruling from the Social Security Administration that he or she became disabled within the first 60 days of COBRA continuation coverage
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Send the plan a copy of the Social Security ruling letter within 60 days of receipt, but prior to expiration of the 18-month period of coverage
If these requirements are met, the entire family qualifies for an additional 11 months of COBRA continuation coverage. Plans can charge 150% of the premium cost for the extended period of coverage.