Retirees are responsible for the difference paid by the university and the total premium. Premiums may be withheld from the monthly retirement benefit for retirees in the State Retirement System. These plans emphasize preventive care, in addition to providing medical care when the employee is sick. All medical treatment must be provided by doctors or hospitals affiliated with the HMO, except in the event of an emergency. The university pays an amount determined by the NC General Assembly toward the cost of coverage.
Employees are responsible for the difference paid by the university and the total premium.
As long as residency is maintained in the service area, coverage for the employee and dependents may be continued after termination of employment by paying the full monthly premium plus a surcharge as permitted by federal law. A conversion policy with a traditional indemnity insurance plan will be offered to former employees moving out of the HMO's service area. An amount determined by the NC General Assembly will be paid by the Teachers' and State Employees' Retirement System for retirees in the State Retirement System. Eligible dependents may also be covered. Retirees are responsible for the difference paid by the university and the total premium.