49-20-201 - Program participation -- Eligibility -- Optional for certain groups.
49-20-201. Program participation -- Eligibility -- Optional for certain groups.
(1) (a) The state shall participate in the program on behalf of its employees.
(b) Other employers, including political subdivisions and educational institutions, areeligible, but are not required, to participate in the program on behalf of their employees.
(2) (a) The Department of Health may participate in the program for the purpose ofproviding health and dental benefits to children enrolled in the Utah Children's Health InsuranceProgram created in Title 26, Chapter 40, Utah Children's Health Insurance Act, if the provisionsin Subsection 26-40-110(4) occur.
(b) If the Department of Health participates in the program under the provisions of thisSubsection (2), all insurance risk associated with the Children's Health Insurance Program shallbe the responsibility of the Department of Health and not the program or the office.
(3) A covered individual shall be eligible for coverage after termination of employmentunder rules adopted by the board.
(4) Only the following are eligible for Medicare supplement coverage under this chapterupon becoming eligible for Medicare Part A and Part B coverage:
(a) retirees;
(b) members;
(c) participants;
(d) employees who have medical employee benefit plan coverage at the time of theirretirement; and
(e) current spouses of those who are eligible under Subsections (4)(a) through (d).
Amended by Chapter 130, 2007 General Session