Things to know as you consider your coverage
When to apply
Apply during the Open Enrollment Period from November 1, 2023 through January 15, 2024. After the Open Enrollment Period ends, you must have a qualifying life event to enroll during a Special Enrollment Period. You can apply or and get health insurance coverage during a Special Enrollment Period if you experience an involuntary loss of minimum essential coverage except for failure to pay the premium or experience certain life events, such as marriage or adoption.
Eligibility
To purchase one of our plans, you must live in the service area and be a resident of the state of Oregon or Washington. In order to be eligible to enroll in the Individual & Family Dental plan, available only in Oregon, you must enroll in a Providence Health Plan Individual & Family medical plan. Providence is non-duplication with Medicare on Individual & Family plans. Someone who is entitled to Medicare part A and/or enrolled in part B is not eligible to enroll in a Providence Individual & Family plan.
Application and premium payment dates
Your online application must be submitted directly to Providence Health Plan. Use our online shopping and enrollment tool. At the time you submit your online application, you will be directed to submit your initial premium payment.
Monthly premium payment information
After you have been enrolled, your monthly premium payment is due on the first of each month. Providence Health Plan encourages you to visit online payment tool for first time payments.
Current members should set up a recurring payment arrangement through the Providence Health Plan electronic payment system using their 9-digit member ID number. Please note: Providence Health Plan does not accept any premium payments made by an employer or a third party except as permitted by state or federal regulation.
Key health insurance terms
See our online Glossary for explanations and definitions of health insurance terms.
Notice of Privacy Practices
Visit our Providence Health Plan privacy practices page. You may obtain a copy of our Providence Health Plan Notice of Privacy Practices from there or by calling customer service at 503-574-7500 or 800-878-4445 (TTY: 711) 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Pacific Time) Monday through Friday.