### Question
How does the law define individual covered under this chapter" or "covered individual?


### Answer
Under *5 U.S.C. § 8902a*, **individual covered under this chapter" or "covered individual** is defined as:

> an employee, annuitant, family member, or former spouse covered by a health benefits plan described by section 8903 or 8903a

#### Citation:
  - *5 U.S.C. § 8902a*
  - Heading: **PART III-EMPLOYEES > Subpart G-Insurance and Annuities > CHAPTER 89-HEALTH INSURANCE**

