Before subsidies, the benchmark silver plan for a 40-year-old in Douglas County cost about $642 a month for 2026, and the Nebraska average for 2027 is $780 a month. Premium tax credits bring that down for many households, depending on income and family size. 5 insurers offered marketplace plans in Douglas County for 2026. The rest of this page covers your coverage options in Omaha, the best-reviewed local agencies and the deadlines that matter.
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Call 866-645-8540Health insurance at a glance: Omaha, NE
| Where to enroll | HealthCare.gov |
|---|---|
| Average benchmark silver, age 40 (2027) | $780/mo before subsidies |
| Douglas County benchmark (2026) | $642/mo |
| Plans offered in Douglas County (2026) | 81 |
| Plan types | EPO |
| Marketplace insurers in Nebraska (2027) | 5 |
| Medicaid expansion | Yes |
| Short-term plans | Sold (not ACA-compliant) |
Sources: CMS plan data, KFF, state marketplace and insurance department pages.
Local health care in Omaha
- Networks worth checking before you pick a plan in Omaha are Nebraska Medicine (Nebraska Medical Center) and CHI Health (Creighton University Medical Center - Bergan Mercy, Lakeside and Immanuel). Source
- CHI Health operates several Omaha hospitals, including CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center - Bergan Mercy. Source
- Public health in Omaha is handled by the Douglas County Health Department, which runs immunization and STI clinics and issues birth and death certificates. Source
Before you choose a plan, check that the hospitals and doctors you use are in its network. An agent can look that up for each plan you compare.
Before you call an agent
- Check that the agent's license is active with the state regulator.
- Write down the enrollment deadline and confirm your first premium payment.
- Make a list of your doctors, hospitals and prescriptions before you call anyone.
- Ask each agent which carriers they can quote in your county.
Free enrollment help in Nebraska
HealthCare.gov Marketplace assisters: CMS-funded Navigator organizations plus Certified Application Counselors, who give free, impartial help applying and enrolling; consumers search for nearby help with the HealthCare.gov Find Local Help tool. You can search for in-person help on the official find-help page. If you'd rather have someone compare plans and recommend one, a licensed agent can do that at no cost to you.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I buy health insurance in Omaha?
Through the HealthCare.gov, directly from an insurer, or with a licensed agent or broker who can do either.
Which insurers sell marketplace plans in Nebraska?
For 2027, marketplace plans in Nebraska come from 5 insurers: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska, Medica, Ambetter (Celtic), Oscar Health and UnitedHealthcare. Not every insurer sells in every county.
How much is health insurance in Omaha?
Before subsidies, the benchmark silver plan for a 40-year-old in Douglas County cost about $642 a month for 2026, and the Nebraska average for 2027 is $780 a month. Premium tax credits bring that down for many households, depending on income and family size. 5 insurers offered marketplace plans in Douglas County for 2026. A licensed agent can quote your exact price.
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