How do I add a new dependent to my coverage? I have a newborn baby.

When you have a change in family status (eg, newborn baby), including a change in marital status, you may enroll, increase your enrollment, or change from one plan or option to another. You must submit your enrollment change from 31 days before to 60 days after the change in family status.

If you have a Self and Family enrollment, you do not need to complete a new Health Benefits Election Form (SF 2809). You must contact your health plan directly to inform them of the new family member.If you have a Self Plus One enrollment the addition of a new eligible family member does not allow you to switch your covered family member. You may increase enrollment to Self and Family in order to cover all of your eligible family members.  If your health plan questions whether someone is an eligible family member, the health plan may ask you or your Human Resources or Retirement Office for more information.