Key points at a glance
This page is written for residents of Erlenbach im Simmental, in the canton of Bern, who want to understand, compare and optimise their health insurance. Basic health insurance (KVG/LAMal) is compulsory, and by law its benefits are identical at every insurer: in Erlenbach im Simmental, the real way to save is choosing the insurer, the deductible and the insurance model — not cutting cover.
Your premium depends on your FOPH/OFSP premium region (region 2 of the canton of Bern), never on your health: for basic insurance, every insurer must accept you. Erlenbach im Simmental has roughly 1’744 residents — and every insured person is free to choose their own insurer. Below you will find the real 2026 premiums for Erlenbach im Simmental, the main pitfalls to avoid and a free comparison. Neighbouring municipalities have their own pages too: Diemtigen (2 km), Därstetten (5 km), Reutigen (6 km).
Erlenbach im Simmental at a glance: your local context
Erlenbach im Simmental, a municipality of roughly 1’744 residents in the canton of Bern, has its own profile when it comes to health insurance. For health insurance premiums, Erlenbach im Simmental belongs to FOPH premium region 2 of the canton of Bern. Two neighbouring municipalities can sit in different premium regions — and therefore pay noticeably different premiums for identical benefits. Always compare for your exact municipality of residence, not a cantonal average.
- Population: roughly 1’744
- Canton: Bern
- Basic-insurance premium region (FOPH/OFSP): region 2
- Postal code (NPA): 3762
- Federal municipality number (BFS): 763
Health insurance and supplementary cover around Erlenbach im Simmental: compare neighbouring municipalities
Around Erlenbach im Simmental, every neighbouring municipality has its own page on the topic — useful if a move is coming up or if you are weighing several locations:
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Diemtigen — 1.6 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Därstetten — 5.1 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Reutigen — 6.3 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Pohlern — 6.4 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Wimmis — 6.7 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Stocken-Höfen — 6.8 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Amsoldingen — 8.0 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Uebeschi — 8.0 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Blumenstein — 8.5 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Spiez — 9.0 km away
Health insurance premiums 2026 in Erlenbach im Simmental: the real numbers
Concretely for Erlenbach im Simmental: the 2026 adult premium (deductible 300 CHF) is between 494 and 660 francs a month depending on the provider. Because the scope of basic insurance is identical by law, the choice of insurer alone decides up to 1’999 francs of difference a year. The lowest adult premium there comes with the "HMO / network" model.
| Profile | Deductible 300 CHF | Deductible 2’500 CHF |
|---|---|---|
| Adults (26 and over) | 494 – 660 CHF | from 368 CHF |
| Young adults (19–25) | 357 – 516 CHF | from 231 CHF |
| Children (0–18) | 32 – 152 CHF | — |
Our comparison tool does this work for you: the 85 insurers available for Erlenbach im Simmental are ranked by your profile (age, deductible, model) from the lowest to the highest rate — your cover stays unchanged.
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Basic insurance in Erlenbach im Simmental: choosing insurer, deductible and model
Three decisions drive your premium in Erlenbach im Simmental. First, the insurer: with legally identical benefits, it is the biggest lever for saving. Second, the deductible (300 to 2’500 CHF a year): if you rarely see a doctor and hold a reserve, the high deductible is usually the better deal; with regular treatment, choose the low one. For comparison: with a 2’500 CHF deductible, the adult premium in Erlenbach im Simmental starts as low as 368 francs a month. Third, the model: family-doctor, HMO or telemedicine models cut the premium significantly compared with free choice of doctor.
Important for switching: your cancellation of basic insurance must REACH your current insurer by 30 November at the latest (the date of receipt counts, so send it by registered post) for the switch to take effect on 1 January. Also check whether you qualify for premium subsidies in the canton of Bern — many households leave this reduction unused.
Checklist for Erlenbach im Simmental
- Compare every autumn: insurers adjust their rates each year.
- Match the deductible to your own health profile (work out 300 vs. 2’500 CHF).
- Consider an alternative model (family-doctor, HMO, telemedicine) — same basic benefits, lower premium.
- Check your entitlement to premium subsidies in the canton of Bern.
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How we work for Erlenbach im Simmental
Three steps, one goal: first we capture your specific profile (age, deductible, model, accident); then we sort the insurers in your premium region (FOPH 2026) by rate; finally we check the premium subsidy of the canton of Bern. Your benefits stay untouched — by law they are the same at every insurer — only the bill goes down. In Erlenbach im Simmental this difference is measurable: 494–660 francs a month for adults, i.e. up to 1’999 francs a year across 85 insurers — for identical cover. Repeat the comparison each autumn before 30 November: free and with no commitment.
FAQ — insurance in Erlenbach im Simmental (practical guidance, not legal advice)
How much is the 2026 health insurance premium in Erlenbach im Simmental?
In Erlenbach im Simmental (postal code 3762), the 2026 adult basic-insurance premium ranges from 494 to 660 francs a month depending on the insurer (deductible 300), from 357 francs for young adults and from 32 francs for children. For identical cover, the difference reaches up to 1’999 francs a year (FOPH premium region 2 of the canton of Bern). Source: FOPH/OFSP, approved premiums 2026.
Do the neighbouring municipalities of Erlenbach im Simmental have the same premiums?
Not necessarily. Erlenbach im Simmental and nearby municipalities such as Diemtigen (2 km), Därstetten (5 km) can belong to different FOPH premium regions: for identical cover, the premium can vary from one municipality to the next. Always compare for your exact municipality of residence.
Does this page replace personal advice in Erlenbach im Simmental?
No, it is for orientation in Erlenbach im Simmental. A personal decision belongs on the basis of your actual documents (policy, insurer confirmation) and, if needed, an authorised professional in the canton of Bern.
Can I compare "Health insurance and supplementary cover" in Erlenbach im Simmental with no obligation?
Yes: we first clarify your needs, then — only if you wish — targeted comparisons and quotes for Erlenbach im Simmental follow. The comparison is free, and no offer is binding.
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Important notes
This local guide for Erlenbach im Simmental is for orientation. It replaces neither a personal quote nor the assessment of a regulated professional. The amounts, premiums and deductions mentioned change with your situation, your insurer and the given year.
Official sources
Our figures and information rely on the official publications of the Swiss Confederation.