Kaiser Permanente, one of the largest nonprofit health care providers in the country, has announced plans to launch in Nevada in 2026. The move comes through a new partnership with Renown Health, the leading locally governed health system in northern Nevada.
This is big news for families, employers, and individuals in the Reno area who have been asking for more affordable and convenient health care choices.
What does kaiser permanente’s expansion mean for Nevada?
Starting in 2026, Kaiser Permanente will begin offering health plan coverage in northern Nevada. The plan includes:
- A joint venture with Renown Health.
- Kaiser Permanente taking a majority interest in Hometown Health, Renown’s insurance arm.
- New multispecialty ambulatory centers in Reno that will provide outpatient care, pharmacy services, diagnostics, and more.
The launch will begin with open enrollment in 2026, giving Nevada residents more options for health care and insurance coverage.
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Why is Kaiser Permanente coming to nevada?
Kaiser Permanente says the move is about meeting demand in one of the fastest-growing regions in the country.
“Our mission calls us to bring high-quality, affordable health care and coverage to as many people and communities as we can,” said Greg A. Adams, chair and CEO of Kaiser Permanente. “Our members, employers, physicians and community members have been asking us to provide our unique offering of value-based care in Nevada for some time.”
For Reno and surrounding areas, this expansion means more local care choices and better access to coordinated, affordable services.
What role does renown health play in this partnership?
Renown Health will remain an independent nonprofit organization but will work closely with Kaiser Permanente through this new joint venture.
Brian Erling, MD, MBA, president and CEO of Renown Health, said: “By joining our health plan together with Kaiser Permanente, a respected national partner, we can expand access to affordable, high-quality insurance coverage for even more Nevadans.”
Key points about Renown Health:
- It operates two acute care hospitals, a children’s hospital, a trauma center, and urgent care services.
- It is the largest locally governed, not-for-profit health system in the region.
- It has served northern Nevada, Lake Tahoe, and northeast California for decades.
This partnership will allow Renown to keep its local approach while bringing in Kaiser Permanente’s expertise and resources.
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How will patients benefit from kaiser permanente in nevada?
If you live in northern Nevada, here is what you can expect when Kaiser Permanente launches:
- More health plan options during open enrollment in 2026.
- Access to multispecialty outpatient care centers in central and northern Reno.
- Continued access to Renown Health hospitals and clinics.
- A model of value-based care, where services are designed to be more coordinated and cost-effective.
For patients, this means having the convenience of local care paired with the innovation and reach of a national health care leader.
When will kaiser permanente coverage begin in Nevada?
The timeline is clear:
- Regulatory approval is expected in early 2026.
- Open enrollment for Kaiser Permanente Nevada coverage will begin later that year.
- New facilities in Reno will open around the same time, offering expanded outpatient services.
Until then, Hometown Health and Senior Care Plus plans remain unchanged, and Renown Health will continue to accept all current insurance plans.
