Employees who are leaving County of San Mateo for reason other than retirement should be aware of how their departure affects their benefits. Medical, Dental and Vision coverage ends on the last day of the month of the employment termination date.
The COBRA packet will include instructions to return the completed packet and payment within 60 days of receipt. For employees enrolled with a Flexible Spending Account healthcare or dependent care , the coverage ends on their date of termination.
Only claims for services incurred prior to the date of termination are eligible for reimbursement. Employees have 90 days from the date of termination to submit claims.
Any money in your Health Savings Account remains available to you for eligible expenses after you leave employment, and your HSA debit card remains active. Life Insurance and Accidental Death coverage ends on the date of termination. For more information, please contact The Standard at or www. Employees enrolled in a Deferred Compensation plan are encouraged to set up an appointment to meet with your Empower Representative to to discuss all your options and help understand:.
Schedule a virtual or phone appointment. Skip to main content. Benefits Information for Departing Employees. If employees do not receive their COBRA packet with 30 days from your termination date, please contact BCC at Flexible Spending Accounts For employees enrolled with a Flexible Spending Account healthcare or dependent care , the coverage ends on their date of termination. The option and benefits of keeping your retirement plans with Empower, including lower fees.
