What Happens to Your Health Insurance Account When You Die
Quick Facts
Deadline
30-60 day special enrollment
Difficulty
Moderate
Key Info
Dependents get special enrollment period
Step-by-Step Guide
Document your health plan
Note your insurance company, plan name, group number, member ID, and who is covered.
Estimated time: 10 min
Notify the insurance company
Contact the insurer with Death Certificate. Dependents will need to find new coverage.
Estimated time: 15 min
COBRA or marketplace for dependents
Dependents can continue coverage via COBRA (expensive) or enroll in marketplace plans during the 60-day special enrollment period.
Warning: Do not miss the 60-day special enrollment window.
Estimated time: 30 min
File any outstanding claims
Submit any pending medical claims before the account is closed.
Estimated time: 15 min
Document Now Checklist
- Insurance company
- Plan name and number
- Member ID
- Covered dependents
- Employer HR contact
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Related Guides
MyChart / Patient Portals
Document all doctors, hospitals, and patient portal accounts.
Medicare
Note your Medicare number, Part A/B/C/D enrollment status, and any Medigap/supplement plan.
Pharmacy (CVS, Walgreens, Express Scripts)
Document which pharmacies you use and list all active prescriptions, especially auto-refills.
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