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Understanding COBRA Insurance in Idaho

In Idaho, the COBRA act gives any worker the right to continue group health insurance coverage in the event they leave the company due to career change or layoffs. COBRA protects workers from the prospect of being uninsured. 

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Continuing Health Insurance Coverage In Idaho

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COBRA Insurance In Idaho

In Idaho, the federal COBRA regulations are applicable only to companies that have more than 20 employees. An eligible employee may choose to continue their Idaho health insurance coverage through COBRA for up to 18 months, or until they obtain alternative coverage, whichever occurs first. There are, however, exceptions to the 18-month limit. For instance, some dependents can maintain coverage for up to 36 months, and disabled individuals can be covered for 29 months.

COBRA provides a means of extending the Idaho health care insurance previously received from an employer. However, if the group insurance plan terminates or the employer decides to discontinue offering health insurance to employees, the COBRA coverage will also end.

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Health Insurance For Pre-Existing Conditions In Idaho

If you see a doctor frequently or need prescription drugs, it may be a good idea to keep your employer insurance in Idaho. It allows you to keep your current health plan without having to restart your deductibles, as the plan resumes from the date it was terminated.

Marketplace / Obamacare

A loss of work health insurance is a qualifying event to find new healthcare through the public healthcare exchange.

The average marketplace silver plan for ACA health insurance in Idaho was $415/month, according to the Kaiser Foundation.

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Employer Has 20+ Employees

As an employee, you may continue your most recent work health insurance for up to 18 months. Family members may access the plan for up to 36 months.

You sign up for COBRA with your former employer or their third party. The premium will be $400 – 700 / month, per insured person.

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The state of Idaho allows individuals to purchase accident only insurance while they are in between jobs. This type of insurance provides coverage for accidental injuries, but it does not include coverage for illnesses or other medical conditions.

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After your workplace insurance ends, you’ll sign up for Medicare within 8 months.

In general, you can sign up for Part A and Part B starting three months before your 65th birthday and ending three months after your 65th birthday.

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COBRA Is Available In All 50 States

Employee continuation of health insurance coverage is not required in all states. When a state lacks laws governing the continuation of work-related medical benefits, the federal COBRA Act protects these rights. Find out more about your state.

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