NC State Health Plan | New Employee Resources

Welcome Aboard!

As a new employee, we’re here to help you navigate through your State Health Plan options. This page includes resources to help you understand your plan options and how to enroll in benefits.

New Employee Enrollment Kit

This kit contains everything you need to know regarding your State Health Plan options. See inside for an introduction to the Plan and important information about benefits, plan comparisons and how to enroll.

New Employee Benefits Overview Video

Plan Options for Active Employees

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Employee Benefits

As an active employee, you have two health plan options, the 70/30 Plan and 80/20 Plan. Find an overview of these plan benefits and additional resources in the Employee Benefits section.

Plan Options for Non-Permanent Employees

High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)

The North Carolina General Assembly approved legislation to create a new health benefit to comply with the federal Affordable Care Act (ACA). The High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) benefit option is available only to employees eligible for coverage under G.S. §135 48.40(e). Please check with your HR department to confirm your eligibility.

Notices for Employers

Icon representing multiple notices Generally, employers are required to provide these notices to their employees on an annual basis prior to the start of the plan year or within specified times after their initial hire date. These notices may be sent to employees along with new hire health plan enrollment packets and/or along with annual Open Enrollment materials. If you have questions about these notice requirements, please consult with your agency’s in-house legal counsel.