[kstewskis]

That liberty is costing me a bundle. My company decided to recognize "domestic partners" and extend health insurance benefits.

Are you allowed to "opt out" and find coverage on your own?

It might be worth looking into, and cheaper than being in with a group with high risk to disease.

[Myrddin]

I could opt out. I'm paying $208 every two weeks, plus $1500 per person per year minimum co-pay. I rarely get sick. Last time I did get sick, the trip turned into an immediate $1500 bill.

The group coverage is just slightly better than jumping ship. I have very few choices in southeast Idaho. It would be a a "no brainer" if I was still in the San Diego area. My limited choice just happens to be the one whacked by adding "domestic partners".