Ambetter Health Offers Health Insurance in Iowa in 2026
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Ambetter Health (NYSE:CNC) will offer Health Insurance Marketplace plans in 58 Iowa counties for plan year 2026. Open enrollment runs Nov. 1, 2025–Jan. 15, 2026, with Dec. 15, 2025 as the deadline to enroll for coverage starting Jan. 1, 2026.
2026 benefits include all essential health benefits, some plans with dental and vision, 24/7 virtual care (cost sharing may apply), and the My Health Pays wellness program that lets members earn up to $500 in rewards for healthy activities, usable for premiums, copays, and deductibles (pharmacy copays excluded).
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- Offered in 58 Iowa counties for 2026
- Open enrollment window Nov 1, 2025–Jan 15, 2026
- My Health Pays rewards up to $500
- Includes virtual 24/7 care access
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- My Health Pays rewards cannot be used for pharmacy copays
- Rewards expire upon termination of coverage
- Virtual care cost sharing may apply and HSA rules vary
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During open enrollment, starting Nov. 1, residents can access affordable Ambetter Health plans in 58 counties
Ambetter Health offers its members access to quality care and convenient services. 2026 benefits and offerings include:
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Affordable and Reliable Coverage:
Ambetter Health provides coverage for all essential health benefits, including preventive and wellness services, maternity and newborn care, pediatric services, mental health services, hospitalizations and prescription drug coverage. Some plans also include dental and vision coverage.
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Convenient Online Enrollment:
Through the Ambetter Health website, people can browse and compare coverage options, determine their eligibility for financial subsidies and directly enroll in coverage — all in one place. The platform is accessible through mobile devices, so people can enroll using smartphones. If a person is unable to complete enrollment all at once, the system will save progress and provide reminders to finish enrollment.
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My Health Pays*:
Members have access to the My Health Pays® program, where they can earn points for practicing healthy eating habits, staying active, and leading a healthy lifestyle. Through the program, members can complete health-related activities and challenges to earn up to$500 Iowa members are able to use their My Health Pays prepaid debit Visa card at Hy-Vee. My Health Pays also allows members to set and reach health goals at their own pace by providing seasonal suggestions for activities and guidance to help stay on track. -
Virtual 24/7 Care**:
Virtual 24/7 Care offers members a licensed provider via telehealth for members to access care for illnesses such as flu, skin conditions, ear infections, fever and respiratory infections — all from the comfort of their home.
The full list of 58 counties in which Ambetter Health will be offered can be found at ambetterhealth.com/en/ia/health-plans/coverage-map .
Iowa residents interested in learning more about Ambetter Health Plan or enrolling in a health plan during the open enrollment period may visit ambetterhealth.com/en/ia .
About Ambetter Health
Ambetter Health
serves under-insured and uninsured populations through the federal Health Insurance Marketplace. Ambetter Health is underwritten by Iowa Total Care, Inc., which is a Qualified Health Plan issuer in
*Healthcare-related costs will vary by member and the plan in which you are enrolled. Funds expire immediately upon termination of insurance coverage. My Health Pays® rewards cannot be used for pharmacy copays. Restrictions apply. Members must qualify for and complete all activities to receive
**Cost sharing may apply when using Virtual 24/7 Care or Virtual Primary Care. Virtual 24/7 Care cost share does not apply to HSA plans until the deductible is met and is only applicable when used through the Virtual 24/7 Care program. Ambetter Health does not provide medical care. Medical care is provided by individual providers, which are independent contractors and not agents of Ambetter Health.
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SOURCE Iowa Total Care