Insurance issuers that provide group health insurance coverage must send the Alternative Notice to persons who became eligible for continuation coverage under a State law - this applies to Cal-COBRA. Because continuation coverage requirements vary among States, the DOL is recommending that issuers modify this model notice as necessary to conform it to the applicable State law. Issuers may also find the model Premium Assistance Extension Notice or the updated model General Notice appropriate for use in certain situations.
Cal-COBRA employers should verify that their carriers have this notice and have updated it accordingly.