Laura and Paul both have medical benefitsthat are group plans through their respective employers. They are dependents on each other’s policies, too. If Paul receives medical services today, which plan is billed as primary? Explain your answer.

A. Laura’s plan
B. Paul’s plan


A. Laura’s plan
B. Paul’s plan. ANSWER: Paul’s plan is primary, since it is his own plan through his own employer. Because he is also on his wife’s plan, that insurance can be billed as secondary.

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