Which of the following is NOT a COBRA qualifying event for spouses of employees?

• A. The employee becomes entitled for Medicare
• B. Divorce or legal separation
• C. Employee dies
• D. Employee receives a promotion

Answer: (D)

Spouse COBRA rights only kick in when there is a change to the employee’s coverage due to a qualifying event. For spouses, qualifying events include the employee’s death, a divorce or legal separation, or the employee becoming entitled to Medicare. A promotion does not interrupt the employee’s coverage or affect the spouse’s eligibility, so it does not trigger COBRA rights.