The Group Insurance Board today examined the cost effectiveness of bariatric surgery and adding coverage of weight-loss drugs in the State of Wisconsin Group Health Insurance Program.
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Active Employee /
Local Employer /
State Employer
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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Active Employee /
Retiree /
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.
Only available to participants enrolled in a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP).
A Health Savings Account (HSA) is an individually-owned, tax-advantaged account that you can use to pay for current or future eligible medical expenses. With an HSA, you’ll have the potential to build more savings for health care expenses or additional retirement savings through self-directed investment options.
Plan Year
2026
Program Option
State Employee and Retiree Health Plan & Supplemental Benefits
