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Somerset County reviews potential insurance switch after double-digit premium increases; Cigna quote shows ~$220,000 in savings
Summary
County finance staff told commissioners that current premiums have risen sharply and that a Cigna quote could save about $220,000 for 2026; commissioners requested firm numbers and asked county staff to invite insurance representatives to the next meeting to present details and answer employee questions.
Patrick, speaking for county finance, said county health insurance premiums have risen in double digits — the MMEHP (Anthem) plan for nonunion employees rose about 11.8% last year and is projected to rise another 11.2% this year — and the county faces higher costs in the second half of the year.
Patrick presented quotes…
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