This news for local employers provides 2025 health insurance rates, as well as information about the expansion of the State Maintenance Plan (SMP). The 2025 health benefits open enrollment period is September 30 - October 25, 2024.
The State of Wisconsin Group Health Insurance Program (GHIP) provides uniform health benefits to both state agencies and local government entities. Nearly a dozen health plans participate in the GHIP providing coverage to nearly one-quarter million lives.
This page contains information for health plans interested in joining the GHIP. All health plans must apply to join the program. Here you will find access the application, additional resources, and more information on the application process.
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Other Benefit Recipient
Form for the member’s physician to complete if the member cannot manage property, finances or business affairs because of an impairment in the ability to receive and evaluate information or make or communicate decisions even with the use of technological assistance.
Learn about the types of sick leave statement you may receive in the mail, what they mean, and estimate when your accumulated sick leave will end and when your annuity deduction will begin. This presentation is for state agency and University of Wisconsin retirees.
Have you ever wondered if you should choose the High Deductible Health Plan for your health insurance? Review the research-backed videos and resources created by Professor Justin Syndor and team, to help compare plan design options.
This news for local employers provides information on 2026 health insurance rates, as well as updates for the 2026 plan year. The 2026 health benefits open enrollment period is October 6-31, 2025.
It’s OK to have a mental illness. Many of us do. Nearly 1 in 5 Americans live with a mental illness. Join the community campaign to reduce stigma by understanding and creating caring conversations about mental illness. Discover simple tips for talking with someone about mental illnesses during this Well Wisconsin webinar.