Death in the Family

If your spouse or dependent child has deceased, this is a qualifying life event that allows you to dis-enroll your deceased family member from Yale’s medical or dental providers. Effective cancellation date will be the date of their death.

You must add the death of your spouse or dependent child as a qualifying life event within 30 days of the date of the death.

The following documentation is required and must be submitted to Employee Services:

• Legal death certificate

Submission instructions can be located on the My Benefits website. 

If you have any questions, please contact the Employee Services at 203-432-5552.