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As open enrollment approaches, consumers selecting a health care plan will have to face rising costs and premiums.

A recent survey from Mercer, a consulting firm, showed employers say their health care plans could go up by 9% in 2026, which could be the highest increase in over 15 years.

Recent data from KFF also shows insurers offering Affordable Care Act (ACA) plans that could increase premiums by around 18% for 2026. The price consumers pay could jump by 75% if subsidies for the program expire at the end of December.

KFF data also shows premiums already went up 7% in 2025.

KSHB 41 consumer reporter Elyse Schoenig took some questions to a certified financial planner in Johnson County.

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