Can a parent legally drop a dependent under 26 from a family health plan without giving notification to them?
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Can a parent legally drop a dependent under 26 from a family health plan without giving notification to them?
Or showing proof that the dependent has other health coverage?
Asked on July 18, 2013 under Insurance Law, Wisconsin
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 10 years ago | Contributor
Yes: it would be perfectly legal to drop the dependent, including without notice of the drop, or proof of other coverage. The law now *allows* a parent to include children age 26 and under on a family health plan, but does NOT require them to do so--they may freely decide to not provide or continue coverage.
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