Washington County sets 2027 health-plan choices for employees
Eligible full-time permanent and contract employees can choose among four medical plans. The resolution also sets a $150 monthly opt-out payment and monthly health savings account matches.
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Washington County commissioners unanimously adopted a resolution Oct. 27 setting health-benefit options for eligible employees in 2027, including four medical plans, a payment for some employees who waive County coverage and contributions to health savings accounts.
The resolution makes County Health Pool plans available to full-time permanent employees and eligible contract employees. Introductory employees become eligible on their 90th day of employment, with coverage beginning on the first day of the month in which that day falls.
Employees can choose between two preferred provider organization (PPO) plans, PPO-A and PPO-B2000, or two high-deductible health plans (HDHPs), HDHP-2500 and HDHP-5000. The County will match employee contributions to a health savings account (HSA) up to $100 per month for employees in the HDHP-2500 and up to $200 per month for those in the HDHP-5000.
Full-time employees who provide proof of other health coverage and opt out of the County plan will receive $150 per month. Employees covered through a spouse’s County-sponsored plan are not eligible for the payment. The resolution directs the County Administrator to provide employees with plan highlights and says rates and coverage may change by the carrier.