Court-Ordered Medical Support

Court-Ordered Medical Support (not medical bills)

The Child Support Enforcement unit can assist you with the enforcement of court ordered medical support if the non-custodial parent is ordered to cover your child's health care needs and if insurance is available at a reasonable cost.

In some cases, we are able to establish an order that includes a provision for health insurance coverage and enrollment.

Steps Taken to Enforce Court-Ordered Medical Support

A Health Insurance Premium notice is sent to the current employer requesting that the non-custodial parent include the child (ren) on the policy.
If the non-custodial parent's employer is unknown, enforcement of insurance is delayed until a current employer is found.

Limitations of Service:

Jefferson County is unable to provide the following services:

Interpret health insurance policies or assist in the filing of claims.
Collect on medical bills or other out of pocket medical expenses. You have the option to pursue this on your own or by contacting an attorney.

Last Modified: Mar 28, 2009 10:18 PM