PEB Board hears comments on UMP Medicare plan

Washington State Health Care Authority sent this bulletin at 07/01/2022 05:30 PM PDT

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PEB Board hears comments on UMP Medicare plan

On June 30, 2022, the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEB Board) met virtually. The meeting was open to the public via Zoom.

Highlights are listed below. See the full announcement for more information.

The Board passed a resolution postponing action on closing UMP Classic Medicare until at least January 2024. The Board heard public comment about PEBB Medicare plans and other concerns. The Board also passed Medicare premiums for 2023 and other resolutions.

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