EDITORIAL: Taking steps to improve St. Joseph County’s health
The first being considered by the county
When the county's
Consideration of a formal contract comes on the heels of a recently discovered budget error that resulted in a
County Auditor
Other council members, however, were more concerned about what they said was a lack of communication between the broker and county. What exactly was the broker's role in the insurance program and how much did it assist in the budgeting process?
Meanwhile, a
The audit, which has the full support of county's insurance broker, is intended to ensure the county isn't spending too much when it comes to claims from the 1,070 county employees and 200 retirees covered under the plan.
And an audit to make sure the county isn't overpaying for claims should be done every few years, according to insurance experts.
Strongly written, enforceable contracts and periodic audits that look out for the best interests of county employees and, more importantly, the taxpayers who foot the bill, are important. Undertaking both measures should improve communication between all parties and should offer the preventive care county officials have been looking for.
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