US Medical Term · insurance
COBRA Continuation Coverage
Cobertura de Continuación COBRA
In 9 languages
| Language | Term |
|---|---|
| English | COBRA Continuation Coverage |
| Spanish (Español) | Cobertura de Continuación COBRA |
| Chinese (中文) | COBRA续保 |
| Korean (한국어) | COBRA 지속 보험 |
| Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt) | Bảo hiểm tiếp nối COBRA |
| Filipino (Tagalog) | COBRA Continuation Coverage |
| Portuguese (Português) | Cobertura de Continuação COBRA |
| Thai (ภาษาไทย) | ความคุ้มครอง COBRA |
| Japanese (日本語) | COBRA継続保険 |
What it means
COBRA (Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act) allows workers and their families to continue employer-sponsored group health coverage for a limited period after leaving a job or experiencing other qualifying events such as reduced hours, divorce, or death of the covered employee. COBRA coverage is identical to the former employer plan but the individual typically pays the full premium plus an administrative fee, making it significantly more expensive than when employed. Coverage continues for up to 18 months in most cases.
Related terms
Related guide
→ US Guide: employer coverage and cobraSources
Last reviewed: September 2026