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Marion County renews Blue Cross self-funded plan after officials cite rising claims
Summary
Marion County commissioners voted to renew their self-funded Blue Cross health plan for 2026'27 after a presentation showing a sharp rise in claims this plan year and options to adjust deductibles or benefit tiers. Commissioners discussed options to reduce prescription-drug costs and boost wellness incentives.
Marion County commissioners voted March 30 to renew the county's self-funded health insurance arrangement with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas for the 2026'27 plan year after a detailed presentation on rising claims and renewal options.
Claudio, a Blue Cross representative, told the board the county has paid $979,000 in claims so far in the current plan year and that total billed claims since May 2024 through February 2026 were about $1,138,000. "Most of those claims are or the largest growth in claims is on prescription drugs," Claudio said, noting prescription utilization for the group had…
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