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The health system asks employees for documents to confirm their dependent is eligible to receive coverage under the health system’s benefits plan. This applies to all benefits where a dependent is named, including medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
It’s important to send the appropriate documentation to avoid your dependents’ coverage being canceled and/or a spousal surcharge of $50 per paycheck for medical benefits (the surcharge does not apply to dental or vision benefits).
This best practice will help keep benefit costs as low as possible for employees. Ineligible dependents on any of our plans increases benefit costs, which impacts premiums.
The health system has partnered with Consova to collect and review eligibility documents. As part of this review, they will:
Visit the online Knowledge Center for an overview of the process, list of documents needed, frequently asked questions and more.
Consova will send instructions to your preferred email (the one you designated in bSwift) and home address on Nov. 20, 2024. Upload your documents to Consova’s secure portal by Dec. 16, 2024.
The date materials are due will vary. You will receive instructions from Consova after you enroll in your benefits.
Take advantage of Consova’s customer support and resources.
Dedicated call center: 1-855-625-3572 (Opción en español disponible)
Online Knowledge Center
Dependent Relationship | Required Verification Documents |
Spouse: Your legally married spouse or common law spouse, as long as you reside in a state that recognizes common law marriage. (Legally separated or divorced spouses are not eligible for coverage.) | A copy of your marriage certificate or a common law affidavit. And A copy of page one through the claimed dependents section of your jointly filed federal tax return (form 1040) or both of your tax returns if you file separately, from the most recent tax season. If married in the current calendar year, only the marriage certificate will be required. Please black out the first five digits of any Social Security numbers. And, for those covering spouse on medical: Complete and return the Benefit Verification Form. This form may be found at https://iverify.consova.com/. (Access information provided by Consova.) Note: All employees who include their spouse as a dependent for medical coverage need to complete this form, regardless of whether or not you are currently paying a surcharge. |
Child under age 26: space
| A copy of the following documents (varies by the relationship of the child to the employee):
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Disabled child aged 26 or older: A child who is incapable of self-support, provided the disability began before age 26. | For unmarried disabled children, age 26 or over, in addition to the birth certificate, we will also need a copy of page one through the claimed dependents section of your filed federal tax return (form 1040) from the most recent tax season claiming the child as a dependent. Please black out the first five digits of any Social Security numbers. |
If you are unable to provide any of the documents requested, please contact Consova for alternative documents at (855) 625-3572. |
Keep your documents, as you may be asked for them again in the future. Consova does not maintain your records, nor does the Benefits team.