Retiree Medical Benefits
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Pre‑ and post‑65 retiree medical benefits are structured to support retirees as their healthcare needs and coverage options change over time. Before age 65, retiree medical benefits may provide access to employer‑sponsored medical plans that help bridge coverage until Medicare eligibility. After age 65, benefits typically coordinate with Medicare and may include supplemental or Medicare‑advantage options to help cover costs not paid by Medicare alone. Together, these benefits are designed to promote continuity of care, manage healthcare expenses, and provide peace of mind throughout retirement.
Pre-65 Medical Benefits
Retirees under the age of 65 who want to continue coverage under the university's benefit plan as they retire from the university are able to do so. Pre-65 retirees can continue to participate in their university benefit plan until age 65.
Post-65 Medical Benefits
Retirees and spouses/QA over age 65 are Medicare eligible and must transition from the university health plan to Medicare. This transition will happen at the time of retirement if you are already age 65 or as you approach your 65th birthday.