The Central Rivers AEA health insurance plan has experienced extremely high claims during the first six months of our year. Due to these high claims, the monthly insurance premiums are increasing 15-19% for next year.
Having a competitive benefit package remains a priority, so the agency will continue to cover the single premium for the $2,500 and $3,500 plans for full-time employees. Part-time employees will continue to pay a prorated premium. Employees enrolling in a family plan will continue to pay the difference between the family premium and the employer contribution.
Below is a summary of the premiums and employer contribution changes: