Committee hears that switching to a focus network could cut premium growth
Administrator Wendy told the committee choosing a focus-network health plan (SSM providers) would limit premium growth to about 2.1%; keeping the current network would raise premiums about 6.9%, a roughly $30,000 difference in the draft budget.
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The committee discussed health-insurance assumptions after Wendy said the draft budget reflects a 2.1% premium increase tied to choosing a narrower 'focus network.' She contrasted that with a 6.9% increase if the city retains its current broader provider network, noting the difference equates to roughly $30,000 in premiums.
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