When COBRA Ends

Continuation coverage will end under any of the following circumstances:

  • When the maximum time period for continued coverage (18, 29, or 36 months) is reached. At the end of the continuation coverage, you may be able to elect an individual non-group policy if available from the insurer.
  • If the billed amount is not paid on time.
  • If you or your dependents become covered by another employer’s group health plan through employment or otherwise (unless a pre-existing condition is not covered by the new plan). If you or your dependents become covered under another employer’s group health plan, and that plan does not cover pre-existing conditions, continuation coverage through the Boston University Health Plan can be extended up to the maximum continuation period.
  • If you or your dependents become entitled and elect coverage under Medicare.
  • If Boston University stops providing any health benefits to all employees.