Illinois Health Insurance: Young Adult Dependent Coverage Law
On BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois’ website they have details on a new Illinois health insurance law that went into effect on June 1st. The Young Adult Dependent Coverage Law states that if you have dependents meeting certain criteria you may be able to extend their coverage under your current health insurance policy.
Some eligibility requirements for non-military dependents include:
- Must be under the age of 26
- Unmarried
- Do not have to be enrolled as a full time student
Some eligibility requirements for military veteran dependents:
- Must be under the age of 30
- Unmarried
- Do not have to be enrolled as a full time student
- Illinois resident
- Must receive a discharge other than dishonorable
Dependent coverage change doesn’t apply to everyone. Additional eligibility requirements may apply. If you have questions contact BCBSIL if you are a member. If you have coverage under your employer’s health plan, contact your group administrator.