What’s New for 2027
No Increase to Medical Premiums
Good news: Your medical plan premiums will remain the same for 2027, even as healthcare costs rise 8% nationwide. Purdue will continue to pay 90% of the premium, keeping your share of the cost steady. Additionally, the salary tier will increase to $53,800 for 2027 benefits enrollment.
IRS Updates to Deductible and Out-of-Pocket Limits
Deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums will increase slightly on all three consumer-driven health plans (CDHPs) to meet IRS requirements.
- Deductibles will increase $50 for employee-only coverage and $100 for family coverage.
- Out-of-pocket maximums will increase $200 for employee-only coverage and $400 for family coverage.
Shoulder Replacements Through Carrum Health
Starting in 2027, shoulder replacement procedures must be coordinated through Carrum Health, with OrthoIndy as the provider of choice for health plan members living within 150 miles of an OrthoIndy location.
Slight Increases to Dental Premiums
Dental premiums will increase in 2027, between $2.73–$21.03 per month, depending on your coverage level. Purdue will continue to provide preventive dental coverage at no cost to employees and their covered family members.
Supplemental Hospital Insurance Offers Enhanced BenefitBump Support
Supplemental hospital insurance from Securian is getting even better. It now includes an enhanced BenefitBump benefit at no extra cost, giving you extra support for family planning, adoption, birth and returning to work.
Aura Digital Security Protection Now Available
We're adding Aura, a voluntary digital security benefit, that provides identity protection, fraud monitoring, online security tools and privacy services in one place.
