(1) An employee may elect, change, or cancel coverage within thirty-one (31) days of a Qualified Status Change (QSC) event if the change is consistent with the event pursuant to subsection 60P-2.003(7), F.A.C., or during the open enrollment period.
    (2) The employing agency shall request an effective date for a change in coverage in accordance with Fl. Admin. Code R. 60P-10.004
    (3) The Department shall approve a coverage change if the completed application is submitted within thirty-one (31) calendar days of the QSC event and the proper documentation is provided.
    (4) If an employee wants to decline coverage after reviewing any underwritten policy by any company, such employee must complete and sign the required application terminating the election prior to the end of the month in which coverage would take effect.
Specific Authority 110.123(5) FS. Law Implemented Florida Statutes § 110.123. History-New 8-22-96, Repromulgated 1-31-02.