Big Changes and New Choices for 2026

Take time to review your options to help you choose the right medical plan for your and your family.

Plan Choices

• HealthSavings+ PPO (Blue Shield)
  UC’s newest and lowest premium medical plan, compatible with a tax-advantaged Health Savings Account (HSA). Higher out-of-pocket costs are offset by UC’s contribution to your HSA (up to $750 for single coverage and up to $1,500 for family coverage). Offers access to UC Health and other quality providers.
• UC Blue & Gold HMO (Health Net)
  Predictable costs, with access to UC Health and other quality providers in the UC Blue & Gold network. Your care is managed by the medical group you choose. Can be paired with UC’s Health Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Kaiser HMO (Kaiser Permanente)
  Predictable costs for integrated care within the Kaiser network. Can be paired with UC’s Health Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• UC Care PPO (Blue Shield)
  Higher premium for choice of provider tiers, with UC Health providers available in the lowest-cost UC Select tier. Can be paired with UC’s Health Flexible Spending Account (FSA).

Download Open Enrollment Booklets

Employee Brochure (.pdf)

 

Employee Information Booklet (.pdf)

 

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