Qualifying Life Event: Birth or Adoption

To enroll your newborn or newly adopted child, you can make your health benefit election changes online using Life Events or submit a completed Enrollment Application Form and a copy of the birth certificate or adoption documentation within 30 days from the date of birth or placement for adoption. 

Coverage for an enrolled newborn child will be effective on the child’s date of birth. Coverage for an enrolled adopted child will be effective on the date the child is placed. A Social Security number must be provided within six months of the date of birth or adoption, or your child’s coverage may be terminated. For information about obtaining a Social Security number, visit ssa.gov.