### Question
What is the definition of continuation coverage?


### Answer
The definition of **continuation coverage** is as follows in *42 U.S.C. § 300bb*:

> 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:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 300bb*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 6A-PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE > SUBCHAPTER XX-REQUIREMENTS FOR CERTAIN GROUP HEALTH PLANS FOR CERTAIN STATE AND LOCAL EMPLOYEES**

