What is considered medical expenses?

Question: My divorce decree simply states that I am responsible for "50% of uninsured medical expenses". We were divorced in Wisconsin in 1992. The divorce decree stated that my ex was to carry the medical insurance for our kids. I pay 25% of my gross income as child support. At the time we got divorced, the Company that she worked for had terrific benefits and covered all medical expenses at 100%. A few years ago, her Company started charging employees a monthly premium of about $275/mo. This year, besides the monthly premium, her Company's group insurance changed, where now there is a $250 deductible for each of our two kids.

My ex is demanding that I am obligated to pay 50% of the monthly premium, AND NOW, 50% of the deductible. I say that "50% of uninsured medical expenses" means medical procedures not covered, above and beyond the premium....and deductible.

Whom is correct?

Answer: You are correct on the premium issue. An attorney would need to review the specifics of the type or nature of the deductible inside of her policy. My inclination is that you would be responsible for the deductible payment.

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