Qualified Medical Child Support Order (QMSCO) Legal Meaning and Definition

Here is a simplified definition of the legal term Qualified Medical Child Support Order (QMSCO).

Qualified Medical Child Support Order (QMSCO) (noun)

A QMSCO is a legal order issued by a court that confirms a child's right to receive health care benefits from the parents' health insurance plan. It applies regardless of whether the child lives with those parents or not. This legal document ensures their eligibility for medical benefits by requiring the parent's health plan to provide coverage.