Healthcare Policy
Oregon Healthcare Policy 2026
Medicaid expansion status, ACA coverage, uninsured rates, and how healthcare shapes the 2026 elections in Oregon.
Yes
Medicaid Expanded
5.6%
Uninsured Rate
165,000
ACA Marketplace Enrollees
State (Oregon Health Plan)
Exchange Type
Key Healthcare Provisions
| Medicaid Expansion (ACA) | Yes |
| Reproductive Healthcare | Fully covered |
| Mental Health Parity | Nation-leading parity |
| Drug Pricing Policy | Drug affordability review board |
Healthcare System Overview
Oregon has been a healthcare innovator — it was the first state to ration Medicaid coverage based on a prioritized list of conditions (1994). The state has a drug affordability review board and has worked toward universal coverage goals.
2026 Political Impact
Oregon\'s Oregon Health Plan (Medicaid) is a model for coordinated care organizations. The state has invested heavily in mental health and addiction treatment following the opioid crisis.