Changes Are Coming to OHP
If you have OHP (Oregon Health Plan), some rules are changing. The federal government is requiring these changes. They started in late 2026 and will continue through 2028.
The good news: most people will keep their coverage. But there are steps you need to take to make sure you do not lose yours.
For complete information about Oregon Health Plan (OHP) coverage, visit the Oregon Health Authority website:
Introduction to the rules:
Introducción a las reglas:
How to meet the rules:
Cómo cumplir con las reglas:
The Most Important Things to Do Right Now
Watch your mail
OHP has started mailing letters about these changes. Getting a letter does not mean you will lose coverage. OHP must send letters to everyone the new rules might apply to. Read every letter carefully and respond by the dated listed.
Update your contact information
If your address, phone, or email is out of date, you could miss a letter and lose your coverage, even if you still qualify. You can update your information by:
- Call OHP at 1-800-699-9075
- Going online at one.oregon.gov
- Using the free Oregon ONE mobile app
- Visiting your local ODHS office
Get help if you need it
You don't have to figure this out alone. NHC can help for free.
What's Changing
There are several changes coming between 2026 and 2028. Not all changes affect every member. In general:
- Most OHP members will need to renew their coverage more often starting in 2027
- Some adults may need to show they are working, in school, or doing other activities to keep their coverage
- Small copays for some services may start in 2028 for some members
- Some members with certain immigration statuses will be moved to a program called Healthier Oregon, which has the same benefits as OHP
OHP will send you a letter if a change affects you. NHC will share more details as they become available.
OHP Resources and Fact Sheets
These OHP materials explain upcoming changes in plain language. The links below will take you to resources outside the NHC website:
- Overview of Federal Changes: English / Spanish
- Some adult non-citizens moving to Healthier Oregon: English / Spanish
- Healthier Oregon members moving to OHP Open Card: English / Spanish
- Work or Activity Rules: English / Spanish
- More Frequent Renewals: English / Spanish
- OHP / SNAP Crosswalk: English
- Exemptions Explainer: English
More Resources
To learn more, please visit Oregon.gov.
Not Sure What to Do? We Can Help.
Got a letter from OHP and not sure what it means? NHC's Membership and Engagement Services (MES) team can help, for free. We can explain your letter and what it means for you, help you update your information, help you renew your coverage, and help you tell OHP if you qualify for an exemption.