Continuation of Coverage
Students who will not be enrolled at the University in Fall Quarter 2009, but who were enrolled in the U-SHIP plan in 2008-09 are eligible for continuation coverage which begins September 1, 2009. Continuation coverage is available directly through our insurance carrier UnitedHealthcare StudentResources. Premiums for the continuation coverage must be received within 31 days of the termination date of coverage under the 2008-09 plan (August 31st). Students (and dependents currently enrolled in U-SHIP) pay per month for up to 12 months. As an example, if a student purchases 4 months of continuation coverage, that student may renew up to 8 more months. If a student finds a job that pays for health insurance, the student can cancel continuation coverage, however there is no premium refund.
Students enrolled in the Basic U-SHIP coverage during 2008-09 may purchase Basic Plan Continuation. Students may also purchase Basic Plan Continuation coverage for dependents who were enrolled in U-SHIP during 2008-09.
Premiums for Basic Continuation Coverage are:
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Student: $248/month
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Dependent: $437.00
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2+ Dependents: $819.00
Click here for a printable Basic Continuation coverage enrollment form.
Students enrolled in the Prescription Advantage U-SHIP coverage during 2008-09 may purchase Prescription Advantage Plan Continuation.
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Student: $382.00/month
Click here for a printable Prescription Advantage Continuation coverage enrollment form.
For more information on enrolling in continuation coverage visit http://uhcsr.com/uchicago or contact the Insurance Coodinators.
