County Terminates Anthem Direct After 35% Renewal Quote
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Description
In 2024 Amherst County shifted employee health insurance to Anthem Direct with a negotiated 2% rate decrease, but terminated the arrangement after Anthem proposed a 35% renewal increase for 2025, prompting a move to The Local Choice pooled program.
Contract Details
Vendor
ANTHEM DIRECT
Agency
Amherst County Service Authority, VA
Contract Type
INSURANCE
Document Date
April 6, 2026
Contract Term
Began in 2024 with 2% decrease; 2025 renewal offered at +35% before move to TLC
Renewal Date
2024-12-31
Renewal Info
Initial 2024 contract renewed once with a proposed 35% increase for 2025; County opted not to renew and instead joined TLC.
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Issuing Agency
Utility District
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