Initially, the Congress of Peru He presented a project in order to allow children older than 28 years of members to EsSalud to access this insurance, especially those who, due to their studies, cannot work and require medical care.
The proposal sought to offer additional support to families, particularly those who are going through economic difficulties and have dependents with specific needs. If approved, this measure would have expanded health coverage for young people in academic training.
However, the proposal was observed by the Executive, who raised concerns about his financial viability. The original regulations allowed the affiliated workers Include their children, up to 28 years, in regular insurance, provided they were studying and did not have another medical insurance. Although the law has not been approved, there are current mechanisms to assure the children of affiliates to EsSalud.
ESSALUD: What is the age limit to affiliate children of affiliates?
The children Older than 18 years They can access Essalud, but only in the event that an inability that is evaluated and certified by the institution is demonstrated.
This measure is oriented to those young people with severe disabilities who do not have the ability to achieve their economic independence, thus seeking to ensure their well -being and that of their families.
The requirements for affiliates to ensure their children of legal age
EsSalud has detailed the necessary documents to include the children of the affiliates in the insurance, which vary according to the type of worker’s coverage.
If the affiliate has the EVENTATIVE INSURANCE (+Health)you must present a copy of the child’s birth certificate, as well as an affidavit that certifies that the child has the medical inability opinion issued by Essalud. For those with regular insurance (+Insurance)the required documents are as follows:
- Form No. 1010completed and signed by the head of the Insurance or the legal representative of the disabled eldest son.
- Copy of the inability opinion issued by the Medical Committee of EsSalud.
- Legible copy of the birth certificate of the eldest son with total and permanent disability for work.
- Affidavit format duly completed and signed, indicating the existence of the medical inability opinion.
Esssalud beneficiaries: Who can be included in insurance?
The Insured from EsSalud They can include several relatives in their coverage. Among the main beneficiaries are the spouse or cohabiting, provided that the relationship is formally registered, and children under 18, who are automatically beneficiaries. Children are also included since conception, in the case of pregnant mothers.
What is EsSalud?
EsSalud (Social Security of Health of Peru) It is a public institution in charge of administering health security in Peru. Its main function is to provide medical care, prevention, recovery and economic and social benefits to the insured and their beneficiaries.
Source: Larepublica
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