Wadsworth City Council Health Insurance Work Session - August 3, 2026

The Wadsworth City Council held a health insurance work session on August 3, 2026, to review and discuss the city's employee health benefits renewal and procurement process. Josh Lang from the Fideli Group presented the results of a recent RFP process for health insurance carriers, including Medical Mutual, Anthem, and others. The council examined competitive quotes, contract parameters, and potential plan design changes such as introducing a high deductible health plan (HSA) option. Discussions included the financial implications of contract terms, pharmacy rebates, and benchmarking against other Northeast Ohio municipalities. The council also considered employee contribution rates, wellness program incentives, and the timing of open enrollment. No final decisions were made, but there was consensus to proceed with drafting an ordinance to authorize the mayor to enter into a contract with Medical Mutual, with further deliberations planned in upcoming meetings.