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County staff warns of steep 2026 health insurance renewal; consultants to rebid and model options
5438056 · June 17, 2025
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Summary
Benefits staff told commissioners the county faces an estimated 35–39% increase in employee health insurance costs for 2026 and will go to market, explore plan design and deductible changes, and present firm numbers before a September renewal decision.
Neosho County benefits staff reported an early forecast of a significant health insurance cost increase for the 2026 plan year and outlined next steps for renegotiation and market testing.
During the June 17 work session Anthony, a benefits staff presenter, said recent utilization has driven projected increases and that the…
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