Rochester Regional Health employees are facing major health insurance premium increases in 2026, with some seeing costs more than double, according to WHAM.
One physician said their premiums will jump over $5,700 annually. Another said biweekly payments could rise from under $500 to $1,000. RRH blamed rising healthcare costs and a $12 million loss on a discontinued plan, shifting to a “salary-based” premium structure.
The nurses’ union blasted the move, accusing RRH of gutting benefits while boosting executive pay. Some staff now say they’re reconsidering their future with the system…