### Question
How is the "new coverage period" defined?


### Answer
The term **new coverage period** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 1397cc* as follows -

> the month immediately following the last month for which the premium has been paid

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 1397cc*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 7-SOCIAL SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER XXI-STATE CHILDREN'S HEALTH INSURANCE PROGRAM**

