Conversion Plan
If you have lost your group health benefits with Western Health Advantage,
you may be eligible to continue your health benefits by enrolling in Western
Health Advantage's Individual Conversion Plan. While the conversion policy
may not be as comprehensive in coverage as your current group health policy,
it will provide you some degree of protection. In addition, the conversion
policy premiums may be higher than your current group rates. Please check
your current Evidence of Coverage for eligibility requirements.
It is your responsibility to apply for this coverage with WHA. If you fail
to contact WHA then your option to enroll in the conversion policy will be lost.
Once forms and premiums are received, WHA will review the information to
verify that all eligibility requirements are met. If you are not eligible
for the conversion plan, WHA will advise you of the reason in writing and
premiums will be refunded. Otherwise, your coverage will become effective
on the first day following your termination date under your previous employers
group health plan, allowing for no lapse of coverage. Should you have any
questions, you may contact our COBRA/Conversion Specialist at 916.563.2214.

