Frequently Asked Questions > COBRA Premiums > Is the employer required to offer an alternative payment schedule rather than monthly payments or is this at the employer's discretion?
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The company can offer alternative payment plans (quarterly, semi-annually, etc.) for those indviduals who prefer to pay that way, but must offer monthly payments as an option.
The plan is not required to offer other payment options.
For additonal information, see page 5187, Question 3 of the 1999 Final COBRA regulations.
Last updated on September 23, 2010 by Steve