Frequently Asked Questions

This information is current as of December 1, 2019. If there is a conflict in the information presented; the language of the County's collective bargaining agreements, the Ordinance and NYSHIP contract and rules will take precedence.

Answers to typical questions (FAQ's) about the health insurance provided to Nassau County employees, retirees, and other enrollees (such as spouses, domestic partners, and dependents) can be found in this section of the website. The FAQs are provided in the categories listed below – a link to each category is provided.

New Employees	Covering Your Spouse	Covering Your Children
Covering Your Domestic Partner	Effective Date of Coverage for Dependents - Empire Plan (NYSHIP)	Effective Date of Coverage for Dependents- HMO's
Health Insurance Buy Back Program	Smart Savings	Coverage for Employees who are Temporarily off Payroll
Continuing Health Benefits after Leaving County Employment	COBRA	Health Benefits Retirement for Employees Over Age 55
Continuation of Health Benefits as a Vestee	Benefits for Survivors of Deceased County Employees and Retirees	Retirees
Dental Insurance for County Employees - HealthPlex	Vision Care Benefits thru Davis Vision	Flexible Spending Account
Providing Supporting Documentation

Download, view and/or print all of the FAQ's and answers (24 pages) (PDF)

If you need information on a topic that is not included on the FAQ page,active employees should contact your department's Human Resources Officer.All other enrollees should contact us.