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Who is considered an eligible employee?

To be eligible for employer-sponsored benefits, such as MEC, MEC Plus, MVP, dental, or vision plans, an employee must typically meet the f...

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Written by Regina Rovira

To be eligible for employer-sponsored benefits, such as MEC, MEC Plus, MVP, dental, or vision plans, an employee must typically meet the following criteria:

  • Employment Status: The employee must be actively employed by the company offering the benefits.

  • Minimum Hours Worked: Most plans require that employees work a minimum number of hours per week, commonly 30 hours or more, to be considered full-time and benefits-eligible.

  • Waiting Period: Some employers have a waiting period (e.g., 30, 60, or 90 days) before new employees become eligible for coverage.

If you have any questions regarding your eligibility for benefits, it would be best to contact your employer directly.

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