COBRA 101

This webinar gives a basic overview of COBRA, which allows employees and their families to continue health coverage after qualifying events like termination or divorce. It explains who must offer COBRA, what benefits are included, how long coverage lasts (typically 18–36 months), and key timelines for notices, elections, and payments. It also touches on special situations like disability extensions, Medicare, FSAs/HRAs, and military leave, while emphasizing strict compliance requirements and significant penalties for mistakes—highlighting why many employers use third-party administrators to manage COBRA.