May 14, 2014
Both actions are voted on and approved by the
board annually
ST. PAUL, Minn.—The MNsure
Board of Directors today approved a 3.5% premium withhold on qualified health
plans for the 2015 coverage year.
Pursuant to
state law, the MNsure Board of Directors approves a portion of premiums for
qualified health plans sold through MNsure that is retained to fund the
operations of the organization. The 3.5% withhold was reflected in MNsure’s
2015 preliminary budget, which is balanced and does not require additional
state funding.
The MNsure
Board of Directors also re-elected Brian Beutner as Chair, and Peter Benner as
Vice-Chair. Both Beutner and Benner have served in these positions since May
17, 2013.
“The MNsure
Board of Directors has been very active over the past twelve months,” said
Chairman Brian Beutner. “Building MNsure is a multi-year project requiring hard
work on the part of staff and our many business partners, and I am pleased to
be able to assist them in continuing MNsure’s progress.”
Chair of the
MNsure Board of Directors provides leadership and direction including
developing annual objectives, creating board committees and maintaining an
effective board culture. Vice-Chair of the MNsure Board of Directors provides
support and assistance to the Chair in governance matters and assists in other
areas as requested.
“Consistent
leadership is imperative as we work to steadily improve MNsure,” said CEO Scott
Leitz. “Both Brian and Peter have worked extensively on MNsure during this past
year and I am grateful they will continue to provide strong leadership.”
Beutner is an
independent business advisor and represents small employers. His term on the
board ends in 2015. Benner is an independent consultant who has demonstrated
expertise in the areas of health administration, finance, purchasing and health
care delivery systems. His term on the board ends in 2017.
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