If the deceased had private health insurance, contact the insurance provider to register the death and cancel payments.

If the deceased was employed, contact their employer for additional information; if not, they may have purchased an individual plan on a state health exchange.

Additionally, review if the deceased has any outstanding claims or payments; they will be helpful when settling the Estate.

Items needed to register the death include, but may not be limited to:

• Name


• ID Number


• Group ID Number (if applicable)


• Death Certificate

See the below links to common health care insurance companies for more information.