### Question
How does PROTECTION OF EMPLOYEE BENEFIT RIGHTS define continuation coverage?


### Answer
Under *29 U.S.C. § 1162*, **continuation coverage** is defined as:

> coverage under the plan which meets the following requirements:


#### (1) Type of benefit coverage


The coverage must consist of coverage which, as of the time the coverage is being provided, is identical to the coverage provided under the plan to similarly situated beneficiaries under the plan with respect to whom a qualifying event has not occurred

#### Citation:
  - *29 U.S.C. § 1162*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 17-COMPREHENSIVE EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING PROGRAMS > SUBCHAPTER I-PROTECTION OF EMPLOYEE BENEFIT RIGHTS > Subtitle B-Regulatory Provisions > part 6-group health plans**

