Atrium agreement expands State Health Plan access for 2027
Twelve Atrium Health hospitals and associated clinics will enter the State Health Plan’s Access tier beginning Jan. 1.
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State Health Plan and Atrium dispute 2027 provider-network decision
The State Health Plan says Atrium Health did not participate in its preferred-network contracting process, but discussions may continue before the 2027 network takes effect.
North Carolina launches apprenticeship program for state health care workforce
North Carolina has launched a state health care apprenticeship program that begins at two Morganton facilities and could eventually expand across the state-operated health system.
Duke Health joins new State Health Plan provider tier
Duke Health will join the State Health Plan’s new Access Provider tier in 2027, maintaining current or lower member costs for care through the health system.
New NC law changes retirement benefits and State Health Plan coverage
A new North Carolina law changes public retirement systems, restores some veterans' service credits and expands maternity benefits for State Health Plan dependents.
NC State Health Plan approves Blue Cross contracts and 2027 benefit changes
North Carolina's State Health Plan approved Blue Cross NC contracts, preferred provider agreements and new 2027 benefit and network changes.
Budget technical corrections bill sent to governor
House Bill 56, the 2026 Budget Technical Corrections bill, was ratified and presented to Gov. Josh Stein on July 2 after final legislative votes.
Stein signs public safety, housing and state workforce bills
Gov. Josh Stein signed four bills into law addressing gang activity, involuntary commitment, housing development rules, stormwater incentives and state government employment.
Public Workforce Modernization Act moves through House committee process
Senate Bill 1041, the Public Workforce Modernization Act, is moving through the House committee process after passing the Senate earlier this month.
Headline: Senate finance panel lists public workforce overhaul bill
Senate Bill 1041, a broad public workforce measure affecting state employment and government operations, is scheduled for Senate Finance review Tuesday.
State Health Plan board approves strategic plan, Medicare Advantage benefits
The State Health Plan Board of Trustees approved a 2026-2032 strategic plan and 2027 Medicare Advantage benefits.
Governor Cooper announces policy allowing state employees to use volunteer days to provide support in schools
Governor Roy Cooper today announced plans to help combat staff shortages in K-12 school districts across the state during the current surge of COVID-19 cases. The policy will allow state employees to use volunteer days with supervisor approval to work in North Carolina public schools as substitute teachers, bus drivers and cafeteria staff.