2027 Open Enrollment
October 20– November 10, 2026
Oakland County is proud to offer a sustainable and inclusive benefits package, driven by the input of our employees through the Echo Survey, Inclusive Benefits Survey and Employee Resource Groups (ERG's). Open Enrollment will take place this year from October 20 - November 10.
Open Enrollment 101 and HSA Medical Plan (formerly named HDHP/PPO) Training
We are pleased to offer a variety of virtual Open Enrollment training sessions to fit your needs. Our Open Enrollment 101 session covers the basics of all health plans. Our HSA Medical Plan session is a deep dive into the unique features of the medical plan that is compatible with a tax-advantaged Health Savings Account. Be sure to register for the appropriate training class for your bargaining unit. Non-union et al. includes AFSCME, IBEW, POAM, TPOAM, MAPE, MAPE Sup, MNA, IUOE, and COA
On-Site Visits
Stop by and see us when we visit your department! Visits will start on October 20th. We will post the schedule to this site once it is finalized, including walk-in days at the Executive Office Building/41W. You can also schedule a one-on-one with a Benefits Team member by phone, Teams, or in-person!
2027 Benefit Guides
Benefit guides will be released in mid-September, please choose the guide that corresponds to your bargaining unit. For members of AFSCME, IBEW, POAM, TPOAM, MAPE, MAPE Sup, MNA, IUOE, and COA, please refer to the "Non-Union and all others that adopt by contract" Benefit Guide. Hard copies of guides will be sent to departments in early October.
If you aren't sure which guide is right for you, email benefits@oakgov.com and we'll be happy to assist you.
Questions? Click above to request assistance or contact benefits@oakgov.com.
2027 Plan Highlights
- The High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP/PPO) has been renamed the HSA Medical Plan
- Health Savings Accounts: 100% of the County contribution will be front-loaded on the first paycheck of 2027, which will deposit on 1/15/2027. Health Savings Accounts are available only to those enrolled in the HSA Medical Plan.
- Some employees may have higher prescription copays starting in 2027. Please review the information below that corresponds to your bargaining unit for more information.
- Medical, dental and vision coverage can be selected per family member. For example, you can elect to have a newborn baby on medical coverage but not elect to add them to dental and vision coverage. We highly recommend checking your medical, dental and vision enrollment to ensure you have enrolled your dependents into the intended benefit plans.
- Effective 1/1/2025, dependents turning age 26 are eligible for benefits through the end of the month in the month they turn 26.
- Marathon Health at Oakland County clinic is scheduled to launch in early 2027! This will create a low to no cost option for employees and dependents enrolled in Oakland County's medical plan for preventive care, acute care, physical therapy, mental health, nutrition therapy and chronic condition management. Some generic medications will also be available at an on-site pharmacy.
- This will also include the Marathon Health LevelUp Program - advanced primary care for weight management and other chronic conditions.
- LevelUp will replace Teladoc Health Chronic Condition Management.
- Teladoc Health 24/7 Virtual Care and Mental Health Care will still be available for all employees and dependents enrolled in an Oakland County Medical Plan.
*2027 benefit offerings are subject to contract approval and may differ per bargaining unit.
Additional Plan Updates for 2027
Please choose your corresponding bargaining unit below.
The information listed below only applies to Non-union employees and all other bargaining units that adopt by contract, including AFSCME, IBEW, POAM, TPOAM, MAPE, MAPE Sup, IUOE, and MNA. COA members should refer to the COA section.
Health Savings Account Contribution Increase
For those enrolled in the HSA Medical Plan, Oakland County will be 100% front loading $1,750 single / $3,500 family into a Health Savings Account (if eligible). This will be deposited in conjunction with the first paycheck of the year, January 15, 2027.
Prescription Plan Updates
There will be a 5-tier prescription plan with the following copays:
- Generic: $10
- Preferred Brand: $30
- Non-preferred Brand: $50
- Preferred Specialty: $100
- Non-preferred Specialty: $150
Information may differ per bargaining unit.
The information listed below applies to UAW members only.
Health Savings Account Contributions
For those enrolled in the HSA Medical Plan, Oakland County will be 100% front loading $1,000 single / $2,000 family into a Health Savings Account (if eligible). This will be deposited in conjunction with the first paycheck of the year, January 15, 2027.
Prescription copays will remain the same for 2027:
- Generic: $10
- Preferred Brand: $30
- Non-preferred Brand: $50
Information subject to approval and may differ per bargaining unit.
The information listed below applies to OCDSA members only.
OCDSA is still in contract negotiations, more information will be posted as it becomes available.
Information subject to contract approval and may differ per bargaining unit.
The information listed below applies to COA members only.
Health Savings Account Contribution
For those enrolled in the HSA Medical Plan, Oakland County will be 100% front loading $1,000 single / $2,000 family into a Health Savings Account (if eligible). This will be deposited in conjunction with the first paycheck of the year, January 15, 2027.
Prescription Plan Updates
There will be a 5-tier prescription plan with the following copays:
- Generic: $10
- Preferred Brand: $30
- Non-preferred Brand: $50
- Preferred Specialty: $100
- Non-preferred Specialty: $150
Information may differ per bargaining unit.
2027 Medical Plan Documents
- 2027 Health and Welfare Benefits Notice - coming soon!
2027 Medical Plan documents will be updated as they are released. Our 2026 Medical Plan documents are posted below as a reference.
- Blue Cross Blue Shield HSA Medical Plan
- 2026 HSA Medical Plan (formerly HDHP/PPO) Benefits at a Glance - 2027 update coming soon!
- 2026 HSA Medical Plan (formerly HDHP/PPO) Summary of Benefits and Coverage - 2027 update coming soon!
- Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO1
- 2026 PPO1 Benefits At A Glance - 2027 update coming soon!
- 2026 PPO1 Summary of Benefits and Coverage - 2027 update coming soon!
- Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO2
- 2026 PPO2 Benefits At A Glance - 2027 update coming soon!
- 2026 PPO2 Summary of Benefits and Coverage - 2027 update coming soon!
- Blue Care Network HMO
- 2026 BCN Benefits At A Glance - 2027 update coming soon!
- 2026 BCN Summary of Benefits and Coverage - 2027 update coming soon!
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Traditional (current enrollees only)
- 2026 Traditional Benefits At A Glance - 2027 update coming soon!
- 2026 Traditional Summary of Benefits and Coverage - 2027 update coming soon!
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact IT at servicecenter@oakgov.com or 248-858-8812
You can complete open enrollment on a smartphone or tablet with the Workday application. Otherwise, departments can provide a computer for employees to use. Contact your HR liaison or benefits@oakgov.com if you need more assistance.
Yes! You can email benefits@oakgov.com to schedule an appointment or use the link above to schedule a 1:1. We are happy to set up a time to meet and review any benefits related questions. We are also available to make appointments after hours.
Employees must make this benefit change in their Workday Open Enrollment event task.
If your ex-spouse is still on your health benefits you will need to remove them through a divorce benefit event in Workday.
Dependents will not be added without required documentation. Employees can upload documents to their profile in Workday or contact benefits@oakgov.com if they need assistance.
Yes, employees need to elect the "No Coverage" option in their Open Enrollment task.
Dependents will be removed from your coverage and your benefit elections will remain the same (excluding FSA/HSA accounts). The next opportunity to add them will be 2028 Open Enrollment, effective 01/01/2028, unless you experience a qualifying benefit life event.
No action required unless you have an FSA or HSA account. FSA and HSA accounts require re-enrollment each year.
Contact benefits@oakgov.com for assistance.
You can print and save your Open Enrollment statement after you complete your open enrollment. This is also available to you at any time in Workday.
Contact Labor Relations at 248-858-0539 or laborrelations@oakgov.com.
Once you have submitted your benefit elections, click “View 2027 Benefits Statement” to print or save your enrollment statement.
Workday Login
Sign in to Workday or download the mobile app.
For difficulty signing into OKTA/MFA or forgot your password, please contact IT at servicecenter@oakgov.com or 248-858-8812.
Contact Us
If you have Open Enrollment questions, email benefits@oakgov.com, or contact one of the team members below.
Uda Daniel
Retiree Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, COBRA
Email:
danielu@oakgov.com
Phone: 248-975-9649
Riley Ogurek
New Hires, Life Events, Pet Insurance, Benefits Support
Email:
ogurekr@oakgov.com
Phone: 248-466-5822
Katee Zora
Active Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, FSA/HSA
Email:
zorak@oakgov.com
Phone: 248-466-7232