Learn the basics of health care
Health care doesn’t have to be complicated. We’re here to help you make the health care choices that are right for you — from choosing your health plan to knowing how to get the most out of it. Get answers to your questions, become a smarter health care consumer, and see what it’s like to be a Kaiser Permanente member.
Health care basics
Deductibles. Copays. How to get the care you need. There’s a lot to consider when choosing — and using — a health plan. Learning these basics can help make it a little easier.
Learn what to look for in a health plan — and how integrated care supports your total health.
Learning the difference can help you choose a plan that fits your needs and works with your budget.
Learning these common health care terms can help you plan for the cost of your care.
Do I need to go to the Emergency Department?
Unnecessary trips to the ED can cost you money and time. Learn where to go when it’s not an emergency.
Making the most of your doctor’s appointment
Find out how to get the most out of the time you spend with your doctor.
Making smart health care decisions
Health care choices can be hard. Here are some things to consider when making a care decision.
Kaiser Permanente 101
When you’re a Kaiser Permanente member, you get convenient, high-quality care designed to keep you healthy. See what our coordinated teams and connected care model can do for you and your family.
We offer care and coverage together to support your total health. See how that makes us different — and helps you thrive.
What’s it like to be a member?
You deserve high-quality health care that’s simple, personalized, and hassle-free. At Kaiser Permanente, it is.
Get to know telehealth at Kaiser Permanente
Learn about all the ways you can get care using telehealth.
COVID-19 — what you need to know to stay safe
Protecting your health has never been more important. Find the latest information on how to stay healthy during the pandemic — and how you can help slow the spread of the coronavirus.
Shop our plans
Compare all our health plan options, get a quote, and apply online.
Doctors and locations
Find top-notch doctors, specialists, and pharmacies near you.
Thrive together
Discover new ways to thrive — in mind, body, and spirit.