If I share joint legal custody and shared physical custody of my grandson with one of his parents, how can I find out if he is insured?

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If I share joint legal custody and shared physical custody of my grandson with one of his parents, how can I find out if he is insured?

The way the court order is written such that the parent is supposed to have the child covered under health insurance and pays the first $100 co-pay per year. We split all other out of pocket. He had Medicaid in his state but that has cancelled. The parent now will not tell me if there is other insurance. How can I find out if my grandson is covered? His dad may be scared of trouble because of the new tax/healthcare laws. I want to help him but talking has broken down. Court is a last resort. Any suggestions?

Asked on March 3, 2015 under Family Law, Ohio

Answers:

M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 9 years ago | Contributor

If you have joint legal custody and think that your Grandosn may not be insured under his Father, then I would consider insuring him under your policy or applying for medicaid for him in your state.  I would then find a family member or friend that you both trust and have that person approach the dad on your behalf.  Not in an accusatory manner but rather in a matter of fact: hey, Joeys Grandpa has inquired about adding Joe to his policy or applying for medicaid for him under his rights as joint custodian.  He thinks it may be cheaper in the long run for everyone involved. Good luck.


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