However, employees who participate are required to contribute the following amounts via payroll deductions toward any coverage that they might elect for themselves or their dependents. If the cost of an HMO is higher than the County allows, based on their plan, the amount in excess is also deducted from the employee in addition to the Employee Premium Share. For 2000, there is no additional cost for HMO coverage. The College offers a Dental Program, sponsored by the CSEA, to provide dental insurance for employees and their dependents. For those new employees who elect to participate in the program, coverage goes into effect after a full 6-month waiting period.
Cost There is no cost for the program's coverage for an employee.
The full premium expense is borne by the College. The College offers a vision program, sponsored by Fitzharris and Company in Babylon, New York, to provide eye care for employees. Coverages Please refer to the program pamphlet found in the Human Resources Department. For those new employees who elect to participate in the program, coverage is effective after a 6-month waiting period. Cost There is no employee cost for the program's coverage.