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UC’s medical plans offer comprehensive coverage with premiums adjusted by salary to ensure affordability. Except for the Kaiser HMO, all plans offer access to UC Health providers, recognized globally for exceptional care. ALEX can help you choose.

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Helping you choose

Choice is good! Take advantage of our resources to help you understand your options and choose the right plan for you.

CORE PPO (Anthem Blue Cross)

CORE is being replaced by HealthSavings+ in 2026. High-deductible plan that offers access to UC Health and other quality providers. Can be paired with UC’s Health Flexible Spending Account (FSA).

2026: HealthSavings+ PPO (Blue Shield of California)

UC’s new PPO plan for 2026, that is compatible with a tax-advantaged Health Savings Account (HSA). If you’re a CORE or UC Health Savings Plan member and do not choose another plan for 2026 during Open Enrollment, you and your currently enrolled family members will automatically be enrolled in HealthSavings+ if you’re eligible.

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 Blue & Gold HMO (Health Net)

Predictable costs, with access to UC Health and other quality providers. Can be paired with UC’s Health Flexible Spending Account (FSA).

UC Care PPO (Anthem Blue Cross)

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).

UC Health Savings Plan PPO (Anthem Blue Cross)

UC Health Savings Plus is being replaced by HealthSavings+ in 2026.

Higher out-of-pocket costs are offset by UC’s contribution to a tax-advantaged Health Savings Account (HSA). Offers access to UC Health and other quality providers.

Details about your health and home benefits

Open Enrollment: Big changes for 2026

Thursday, Oct. 30 through Friday, Nov. 21, 2025

Visit the Open Enrollment website