2027 Employee Health Insurance Premium Increase
Summary
County workers and retirees will see premiums jump 19.5% in 2027 — half the original 34% ask, but still a big hit driven by claims running $1.11 for every premium dollar. The county plans to absorb a roughly $780,000 variance through vacancy savings.
At a glance
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Nov 5, 2026.
Impact analysis
About $780,000 more than budgeted across county operating funds, absorbed through vacancy and salary savings.
County employees and retirees keep their Anthem network and current plan design rather than switching to Kaiser.
Employees face noticeably higher premiums, and Commissioner Rice warns rehab patients will still be forced to travel to Reno for covered care.
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