Best Health Insurance Plans 2026
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Health insurance plan types determine how much you pay for care, which doctors you can see, and how referrals work. HMOs offer lower premiums with network restrictions, PPOs provide flexibility at higher cost, and HDHPs paired with HSAs offer tax-advantaged savings for healthy individuals. The right plan depends on your health needs, preferred doctors, and risk tolerance for out-of-pocket costs.
Kaiser Permanente (HMO)
$450–$550
average monthly premium
$1,500–$3,000
annual deductible
Emergency only
out-of-network coverage
HDHP version only
hsa eligible
Yes
referral required
Above average
satisfaction rating
Blue Cross Blue Shield (PPO)
$550–$700
average monthly premium
$1,000–$2,500
annual deductible
Yes, higher cost
out-of-network coverage
HDHP version only
hsa eligible
No
referral required
Average
satisfaction rating
UnitedHealthcare (HDHP)
$350–$450
average monthly premium
$3,200–$6,550
annual deductible
Varies by plan
out-of-network coverage
Yes
hsa eligible
No
referral required
Average
satisfaction rating
Cigna (EPO)
$400–$500
average monthly premium
$2,000–$4,000
annual deductible
Emergency only
out-of-network coverage
HDHP version only
hsa eligible
No
referral required
Average
satisfaction rating
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