A 14 percent hike in health insurance premiums is being felt by Scott County taxpayers and county employees.
The county’s share of the premium increase for Blue Cross/Blue Shield health coverage will amount to about $70,464 based on current employees on the payroll. Costs can fluctuate slightly as employees leave or are hired by the county.
The county pays the cost of a single plan for each of its employees. Those who opt for additional coverage (employee/spouse, family, etc.) pay 25 percent of added cost.
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