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What is ABS? Why is a reactivation from ABS important?

ABS = Absent without stipend (NIH will not pay you while on leave)

  • The forms need to be submitted to FAES in a timely manner to insure that you are terminated on time and COBRA coverage is offered. FAES prefers if the form can be sent one month in advance or before the month that you are leaving expires.
  • FAES requires a Reactivation of Stipend form upon your return to NIH to determine the actual date that the member returned to work and to determine if the member has to pay for any “Gap” in coverage before we can start billing the institute.
  • It is important for the fellow to contact the FAES insurance office upon returning to work at NIH to get a status of their health insurance.