OEP 2027 · California

ACA marketplace plans in California

Carriers, Open Enrollment dates, Medicaid expansion status, CHIP eligibility, and signup history for California. Data last updated 2026-06-08.

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Overview

Marketplace
SBE
State-based marketplace
Medicaid expansion
Per KFF tracker
OEP carriers
8
Plan year 2027
2025 plan selections
+11% vs 2022

Open Enrollment window

For plan year 2027, residents of California can enroll in marketplace coverage from November 1, 2026 through December 15, 2026 at www.coveredca.com/.

Missed Open Enrollment? You may qualify for a Special Enrollment Period after a qualifying life event such as losing other coverage, marriage, or a household income change.

Deep dive into California

Carriers in California for OEP 2027

Carrier lists shown below are current marketplace participants and a strong indicator of who will offer plans in California for 2027. Final OEP 2027 filings are confirmed in summer 2026.

  • Blue Shield of California
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Health Net
  • Molina Healthcare
  • L.A. Care
  • Oscar Health
  • Western Health Advantage

CHIP & Medicaid for kids and pregnant women

Medi-Cal for Kids & Pregnant Women covers children in households up to 266% of the Federal Poverty Leveli. Pregnancy Medicaid coverage extends to 213% FPLi.

Enroll or check eligibility at www.coveredca.com/medi-cal · 1-800-300-1506.

See the full state-by-state CHIP table for context.

Recent signup history

Plan yearPlan selections in California
20221,777,442
20231,739,368
20241,784,903
20251,979,504

Source: CMS OEP State-Level Public Use File.

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The information contained on this website is for educational purposes only. We are not responsible for missing or inaccurate information. Please consult a licensed insurance broker in your state and area for insurance advice. Please consult a CPA for tax or legal advice.

The information contained on this website is for educational purposes only. We are not responsible for missing or inaccurate information. Please consult a licensed insurance broker in your state and area for insurance advice. Please consult a CPA for tax or legal advice.