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Weston reviews 2026 employee health plans; decision due Dec. 31
Summary
The Selectboard heard a Nov. 11 presentation from Cross Insurance comparing Blue Cross Blue Shield and MVP for 2026; the board asked for deductible-utilization data and set a decision deadline of Dec. 31, 2025.
Matt Nelson of Cross Insurance joined by Zoom to present 2026 employee health insurance options, comparing Blue Cross Blue Shield and MVP plans. Nelson outlined differences in deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums and reviewed provider networks and access to specialists within Vermont.
Board members and attendees discussed provider access; participant Kim Seymour said she had experienced no significant access issues with either MVP or BCBS. The Selectboard asked Nelson to provide additional data on deductible utilization and set a target to decide by Dec. 31, 2025.
