Retirees are responsible for the difference paid by the Retirement Systems Division and the total premium. Premiums may be withheld from the monthly retirement benefit for retirees in the Teachers' and State Employees' 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 N.C. General Assembly toward the cost of coverage.
Employees are responsible for the difference paid by the university and the total premium.
Premiums for health care are paid on a pre-tax basis unless otherwise requested. 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 N.C. General Assembly will be paid for retirees by the Retirement Systems Division. Eligible dependents may also be covered. Retirees are responsible for the difference paid by the Retirement Systems Division and the total premium.