Eligible Dependents and Verification
On this page:
- Eligible Dependents
- Dependent Verification
- Required Documentation for Dependent Verification
- Spousal Insurance Coverage Policy
Eligible Dependents
Employees appointed to work at or above a 75% full-time equivalency basis are eligible to enroll their dependents in select benefits with Wright State University. Your enrolled dependents must meet the following eligibility definitions, and you will need to provide dependent verification as noted below:
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Dependent Type |
Eligibility Criteria |
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Child (up to age 26) |
Biological child, stepchild, legally adopted child, or a child under permanent legal custody/guardianship, or covered by a Qualified Medical Child Support Order. |
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Disabled Dependent (26+) |
Unmarried child certified as disabled and financially dependent on the employee. |
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Spouse |
An individual married to a benefit-eligible employee and supported by an active government-issued marriage certificate. |
Dependent Verification
If you are enrolling your spouse and/or dependents in one or more of the following benefits, you will be required to provide supporting documentation:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Tuition Remission
- Dependent (Spouse/Child) Life Insurance
Supporting documentation for the enrolled dependent relationship will be required at the time of hire, qualifying events, or during Open Enrollment. Periodic audits may also be conducted.
Required Documentation for Dependent Verification
| Dependent Type |
Required Documents |
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Biological or Adopted Child (up to age 26) |
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Stepchild (up to age 26) |
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Legal Guardianship Custody (up to age 26) |
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Foster Child (up to age 26) |
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Disabled Dependent (26+) |
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Spouse |
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Spousal Insurance Coverage Policy
If you are enrolling a spouse on your medical coverage, you are required to adhere to the Spousal Insurance Coverage Policy and complete the Spousal Employment Verification Form to determine your spouse’s eligibility for primary or secondary medical coverage. Please review the Eligibility Guide to assist during this process.
