Can my husband’s company deny him health insurance because he can be covered under my plan? They offer it to other employees in the same title.
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Can my husband’s company deny him health insurance because he can be covered under my plan? They offer it to other employees in the same title.
We live in ny
Asked on November 28, 2016 under Employment Labor Law, New York
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 8 years ago | Contributor
Yes; it is legal for employers to not offer health insurance to employees who are already covered under a spouse's plan. Should your own employer stop offering coverage or should you lose your job, then they'd have to let your husband (and you, as applicable) get coverage under their plan.
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