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The United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is a
government-run military health coverage for U.S. veterans who were
honorably discharged.
Veterans Affairs (VA)
Consolidated Omnibus Budge Reconciliation Act (COBRA)
Law passed by the U.S. Congress that mandates employers (generally
those with 20 or more employees) to provide continued health
coverage after leaving employment. With COBRA, members will be
responsible for the entire premium amount that was once a shared
responsibility between employer and the employee. COBRA is still an
EGHP since it is a continuation of employer group health coverage.
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
A United States federal agency which administers Medicare, Medicaid
and State Children’s Health Insurance Programs. CMS has a goal to
achieve a high quality health care system and aim for better care at
lower costs for members, while improving their health. Medicare and
Medicaid rules and guidelines are managed by CMS.