Small Business Health Options Program (SHOP) FAQ
Guidance for FAQ regarding Employer/Employee Interaction and Special Enrollment Periods (SEPs)
Program Area: Small Business Health Options Program (SHOP)
Question: For special enrollment periods in SHOP, does plan selection have to occur within 30 days of the triggering event?
Answer: In most instances, yes, plan selection must occur within 30 days of the triggering event. The only exception is loss of Medicaid/CHIP. In that instance, an eligible individual must select a plan within 60 days.
Issued by: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Issue Date: May 08, 2014
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