COBRA Extension Files
Arranged By:
Alphabetical
Application Number:
89-23
Item Number:
230.03
Purpose:
This record series consists of the COBRA extension files maintained by the Office of Insurance/Health, Life, and Retirement. COBRA (Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act) is a federally funded program that provides extension of insurance coverage for ex-employees of the University. The records provide similar data found in CMS current health enrollments including: beneficiary designations, health certificates, and dependent affidavits. Original records are maintained with the Department of Central Management Services.
Procedure:
Retain in office for six (6) years following termination of coverage, then dispose of provided all audits have been completed under the supervision of the Auditor General, if necessary, and no litigation is pending or anticipated.
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