Who is considered a family member eligible as a dependent for coverage under my FEHBÂ benefits?
That is a million dollar question that requires a million dollar answer. The definition of family member is rather broad for federal employees eligible to participate in the Federal Employees Health Benefits program. Below are a list of who is considered a family member for eligibility coverage provisions as a dependent under individual and family enrollment:
• Children Under Age 26
• Legally Adopted Childreny
• Spouse
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• Recognized natural children( Those born out of wedlock)
• Stepchildren
• Foster Children (Living in a Parent-Child Relationship)
• Children Age 26 and over ((Mental or physical disability before age 26)
and incapable of self-support.
The above list provides the information needed for you to determine who qualifies as a family member dependent and what benefits are available to them as a result of your federal employment. If you are unclear about the determination of a relationship between you and a dependent, your human resources office can work with you to establish who meets the relationship criteria to qualify for coverage as a family member.
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Postal FEHB – www.LiteBlue.usps.gov
