My spouse, who was an active LACERA safety member, just died. Am I eligible for coverage under a LACERA-administered health plan?
It depends on the circumstances of the situation. Generally, any survivor or beneficiary who is receiving a continuing monthly allowance from LACERA and who qualifies as a surviving eligible dependent (as defined by LACERA’s Retiree Health Care Administrative Guidelines) is eligible to enroll in LACERA-administered health care coverage.* When an eligible survivor notifies LACERA of a member’s death, LACERA mails a health care benefits information packet to the survivor. The packet includes information on benefits and premium rates, along with an enrollment form. *Member’s surviving spouse, domestic partner, minor child(ren), or disabled dependent children who meet eligibility requirements.
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