FOX 11: Districts save by changing health plans
School districts are saving millions of dollars this year by changing health insurance companies.
Months after the massive protests in Madison ended; school districts are starting to take advantage of their new found flexibility specifically when it comes to health care.
In the past, school boards and unions would have to agree on any changes in benefits. But now that public employee unions can no longer bargain on benefits, schools districts are changing their health insurance plans and saving taxpayers millions.
We surveyed districts across the area and found savings across the board, although in most cases employees will pay more out of pocket.
Pulaski switched from the Wisconsin Counties Association to Arise/WPS and went to a higher deductible plan. Total savings: $513,689.
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