The federal economic stimulus package which covers 65% of the cost of COBRA premiums is set to end as of December 2009. This reduction was designed to assist those who had an involuntary termination of employment and were eligible for COBRA during the period of September 1, 2008 through December 31, 2009. Though the subsidy is set to end after a period of 9 months, this does not mean you are going to lose your coverage. Instead, you will now be covering the entire cost for the remainder of your 18 months, or longer if your coverage is eligible for extension. The subsidy will end prior to the 9 months in the case of eligibility for coverage under a new group plan, eligibility for Medicare, or in the case of non-payment of the remainder of the COBRA premiums.
Let us help you find alternate coverage before your COBRA expires. There are many options for you and your family, and we are happy to help you determine whether a new plan is the best route, or to stay on COBRA for the remainder of your eligibility period. It is our pleasure to help you determine the best choice for your health insurance coverage.
Tags: COBRA, health insurance, premiums
We are looking for a catastrophic health plan at the end of cobra coverage March 2010…for my wife who will be 62 in March
is anyone there to talk?
Hi Eileen,
Of course we can help. Please call our office at (800) 808-1310 and ask to speak with any of our friendly agents. We are available 8:00 am – 5:00 pm PST. Looking forward to speaking with you!