District Employee Health Benefits Program for 2027
Washoe County
Summary
The county approved its $95.4 million health benefits package for 2027 while dropping the popular Surest plan due to a 40% cost hike. Officials discussed the impact on employees and partner agencies navigating tighter coverage choices during open enrollment.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 6, 2026.
Impact analysis
Approximately $95.4 million annually for county employee, retiree, and dependent health coverage.
County employees and retirees retaining stabilized PPO and high-deductible health plan options with enhanced clinical care features.
Subscribers previously enrolled in the Surest plan who now face reduced plan choices and increased out-of-pocket exposure.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of Fire Commissioners — October 6, 2026
The board approved a $2.9 million health benefits program for 2027, containing cost increases to 8% through negotiations following Kaiser Permanente's acquisition of Hometown Health.
Board of County Commissioners — September 8, 2026
The county approved its $95.4 million health benefits package for 2027 while dropping the popular Surest plan due to a 40% cost hike. Officials discussed the impact on employees and partner agencies navigating tighter coverage choices during open enrollment.
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