2027 Open Enrollment reminders for ACA plans
During 2027 Open Enrollment, Blue KC provides a steady stream of reminders aimed to put you in the know and keep you there until you submit your final enrollment.
ACA Open Enrollment Period
Open enrollment 2027 runs November 1, 2026 – January 15, 2027.
Blue KC key highlights
Blue Metro network expands
The Blue Metro network, designed for Simply Blue plans, is expanding into Clay County in 2027. Importantly, this means NKC Health is now part of the Blue Metro network.
New for 2027! Blue KC Basic Bronze plan with $0 Spira Care
Our newest plan offers a $0 PCP Spira Care copay and basic coverage for those who need coverage without the extras. The plan will be available off-exchange only due to CMS guidance received after rollout.
New for 2027! Blue KC First Silver Preferred-Care Blue plan
We’re expanding our offering in the rural areas with the addition of the new Blue KC First Silver plan.
Regulatory updates
HealthSherpa enrollment tool training
Changes to the Affordable Care Act will impact the HealthSherpa enrollment tool for Open Enrollment 2027. Everything you need to know for OEP 2027 explains what’s new and how to enroll and renew clients for 2027 coverage.
Maximum out-of-pocket limits to increase in 2027 due to regulatory changes
New limits: Single = $12,000, Family = $24,000
Benefit adjustments
Blue KC will sunset the Catastrophic Plan at the end of 2026. On-exchange Catastrophic members will be crosswalked to the on-exchange First Choice Bronze BlueSelect plan and off-exchange Catastrophic members will be crosswalked to the off-exchange Basic Bronze BlueSelect plan.
Count on Blue KC’s support throughout 2027 Open Enrollment
Resources
Download 2027 Blue KC OE resources from your Blue KC Agent Account. Once logged in, click Resources in the top navigation, then Brochures & Product Guides or Agent Education & Training to download the following documents.
General
- 2027 Broker User Guide
- Your Blue KC Contacts
ACA/IFP
- 2027 ACA Broker Placemat
- 2027 ACA Product Changes
- 2027 Dental Networks
- 2027 Individual & Family Plan Broker Rollout deck
Broker Development and Engagement Specialists
Our Broker Development and Engagement Specialists are here for you throughout Open Enrollment and beyond. Contact Nick or Evan with questions about Blue KC individual plans or for broker support.
Nick Hidaka – Nicholas.Hidaka@BlueKC.com, 816-395-3716
Evan Sadrakula – Evan.Sadrakula@BlueKC.com, 816-395-3924
