Insurance Glossary what is cobra


COBRA

Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act. Federal law that ensures employees can retain health coverage for up to 18 months if they leave their job. Conditions include a prior history of group health coverage in a company with more than 20 employees. The insured person must pay the full premium. Coverage is extended to the covered person’s dependents.
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