Does the University of Minnesota contribute towards medical and dental coverage during an FMLA leave?
Yes, if a faculty or staff member was eligible for University contributions for health premiums immediately prior to the leave, the University will continue to contribute its share during FMLA leave (up to 12 weeks in any fiscal year or 26 weeks in any single 12-month period if for military caregiver leave) or any paid leave during which the employee is receiving at least 50% of base pay, whichever would be longer. Paid leave includes sick leave, compensatory time, parental leave, and vacation. Coverage will be canceled if employees do not pay their share of the premium or if it is more than 30 days late.
