Summary
The preliminary budget projects $161 million in revenue and a $1.3 million positive balance, but assumes big cost trend increases — 8% on Anthem coverage and 6% on Kaiser. Member counties will use these numbers as they build their own budgets.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
Health cost trends of 6–8% could push up what counties pay into the plan next year.
County budget offices get early numbers to plan around.
Employees relying on GLP-1 medications for weight loss or diabetes could see higher costs or new restrictions.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting - Sep 22, 2026
The county renewed employee health plans with notable increases — Anthem PPO plans up 15.3%, Kaiser up roughly 9.75%, and Delta Dental PPO up 14.13% — affecting county workers' benefit costs.
San Joaquin Valley Insurance Authority (SJVIA) - Jul 17, 2026
The top 10 claimants account for $11.6 million in costs, led by two newborns with catastrophic congenital conditions and four cancer patients. Anthem described case management programs to manage these cases, and the board asked for a written summary going forward.
SJVIA Regular Meeting - Feb 27, 2026
The preliminary budget projects $161 million in revenue and a $1.3 million positive balance, but assumes big cost trend increases — 8% on Anthem coverage and 6% on Kaiser. Member counties will use these numbers as they build their own budgets.
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