Disney Rolls Back Spousal Health Coverage Amid Rising Medical Costs

Disney will narrow spouses’ eligibility for Disney-sponsored health plans starting in 2027 if they can obtain coverage through their own employer, with children’s coverage and vision/dental plans staying the same. The move mirrors a broader corporate response to rising healthcare costs, including an 11% projected cost rise for 2027 and higher per-employee spend driven by drug costs, affecting about 160,000 Cast Members and reflecting trends seen at other large employers.