Updates For January 1, 2026–December 31, 2026

Updates For January 1, 2026–December 31, 2026

Medical Plan Updates

The in-network out-of-pocket maximum under the Network Core Plan and the Choice Plan will increase to $5,000 (individual)/$10,000 (family) for medical and Rx combined.

Consumer Core High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)–2026 Deductibles and HSA Limits

The 2026 HSA deductibles will increase to $1,700 (individual) and $3,400 (family).

2026 HSA Contribution Limits

Coverage Type: Individual $4,400

Coverage Type: Family $8,750

2026 Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA Limits

• The limit for the Health Care FSA (January 1, 2026–December 31, 2026) will increase to $3,400 ($141.66 per paycheck).
• The limit for the Dependent Care FSA (January 1, 2026–December 31, 2026) will increase to $7,500 ($312.50 per paycheck); $3,750 ($156.25 per paycheck) if both spouses contribute via separate employers.

You must enroll, during each Open Enrollment period, in order to participate in an FSA for the new plan year. Your current FSA election will not rollover into 2026.

Per Paycheck Premiums (January 1, 2026–December 31, 2026)

• Medical Plans (PDF)
• Dental Plans (PDF)
• Vision Only Plan (PDF)

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