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Generally no, with a few exceptions. Some municipalities require that contractors doing business with the city provide domestic partner coverage to their workers. Employers that are parties to a collective bargaining agreement that provides domestic partner coverage cannot unilaterally stop providing that benefit.
Please note that this pertains to domestic partnerships only and that the laws are different for same-sex marriage.
What else can I help you with?
Can an unmarried partner be covered on medical insurance?
There are many insurance companies that cover domestic partners.
What states allow insurance for domestic partners?
All US states allow insurance companies to sell and provide domestic partner coverage.
Will New Yorkers with domestic partner health insurance have to marry their partners to keep their benefits?
Probably not. New York City, for example, still maintains its domestic partnership registry. Most large employers have not eliminated their domestic partner benefits and insurance companies continue to sell domestic partner coverage.
If a health insurance plan covers domestic partners does a employer that carries that insurance have the right to deny coverage?
A health insurance plan is designed based on what the employer wants. So if a plan says that domestic partners are covered then the employer group is the one that put that wording in the policy. So if an employer wont cover a domestic partner then domestic partners aren't covered company wide.
What if you are not registered as domestic partners?
If you are not registered as domestic partners, then you are not legally recognized as domestic partners. However, in jurisdictions where there is no government registry of domestic partnerships available, many companies offer domestic partner benefits based upon a notarized affidavit of domestic partnership submitted to the company, with no requirement for government registration.
Can a domestic partner agreement be denied in Oregon if a same-sex couple is married in California?
If you were married in California, then the state of Oregon will recognize your marriage, and you cannot register as domestic partners in Oregon. If you are registered as domestic partners in California, then the state of Oregon recognizes your domestic partnership.
What do insurance companies consider a domestic partner and the legality of insuring a domestic partner?
Insurance companies are not prevented from offering policies covering domestic partners, even in states where domestic partnerships, civil unions and same-sex marriages are prohibited. Each insurance company decides on its own criteria for what constitutes a domestic partner, except in states where domestic partnership coverage is mandated by state law, in which case state law prevails. Although there is some variation, these are typical criteria for domestic partnership:Must live together.Neither one can be married, in a civil union, or in a domestic partnership with someone else.Neither can be an underage minor.Partners cannot be related to each other in a way that would make the unable to marry each other (e.g., affinity, cousins, close blood relation).Sometimes it is required that domestic partners be of the same sex.Sometimes it is required that a domestic partnership be registered with a state or local government, other times all that is required is a notarized affidavit.Sometimes it is required that domestic partners share common finances or show proof of financial interdependence.
Can I get insurance for my Significant other medical insurance coverage?
Depends upon the policy. Some have provisions for domestic partners, same-sex partners, commonlaw marriages, etc. Contact your provider directly to inquire.
Can I add my girlfriend to my health insurance?
Yes, you may be able to add your girlfriend to your health insurance plan if your insurance provider allows for domestic partners to be covered. You will need to check with your insurance company to see if this option is available and what the requirements are for adding a domestic partner to your plan.
Can a domestic partner be added to health insurance?
Yes, in many cases, a domestic partner can be added to health insurance coverage, but specific eligibility requirements may vary depending on the insurance provider and the state in which the policy is issued. It is important to check with the insurance company to determine if domestic partners are eligible for coverage under the policy.
Can you be added to a boyfriends medical insurance policy if you are pregnant?
Probably not. Check with the Company. Are you domestic partners? Is it a group or individual policy?
Can you add a fiance to your health insurance plan?
Yes, in most cases you can add a fiance to your health insurance plan if your plan allows for domestic partners or unmarried partners to be covered. You may need to provide proof of your relationship, such as a joint lease or bank account.
