If you are on IRMP and you pass, your surviving eligible dependents may continue coverage in IRMP. However, if your surviving spouse remarries or your domestic partner enters a new domestic partner relationship following your death, he or she will not be able to add his or her new spouse/domestic partner.
It is your responsibility to verify that your dependents meet eligibility at the time of enrollment and while they are enrolled in the IRMP as defined by the terms and conditions of the IRMP. You will not receive reimbursement for any premiums paid for ineligible dependents.
If your covered dependent loses eligibility under the IRMP, he or she may be eligible for COBRA coverage.
Your surviving eligible dependent(s) are eligible to use your SERMA if you were eligible to participate before your death. However, if your spouse remarries or your domestic partner enters into a new domestic partnership following your death, your spouse/domestic partner will not be able to use SERMA for a new spouse/domestic partner or new dependent children.
Go to SPD Plan Summary, section 2 and 8 to understand the eligibility and process.
For more information, call the Intel Health Benefits Center at 877-GoMyBen (466-9236).