Question: My husband voluntarily left his job and was offered COBRA for both of us. I am employed by a different company and now want to apply for their health insurance, when do I qualify for coverage. Do I have to wait until the Cobra enrollment period (65 days) runs out?

Answer: Your loss of health insurance due to your husband’s termination of employment is considered a “qualifying event” which allows you to join your own employer’s group health plan on the first of the month after loss of your husband’s coverage. COBRA is an option for people who do not have another employer-sposored option as you do.