Key points at a glance
This page is written for residents of Blenio, in the canton of Ticino, 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 Blenio, the real way to save is choosing the insurer, the deductible and the insurance model — not cutting cover.
What sets your premium is your FOPH premium region (Blenio belongs to region 1 in the canton of Ticino) — your state of health is irrelevant, because basic insurance carries an obligation to accept every applicant. Blenio has roughly 1’803 residents — and every insured person is free to choose their own insurer. Further down are the actual 2026 premiums for Blenio, practical tips and a free, no-obligation comparison. Neighbouring municipalities have their own pages too: Acquarossa (8 km), Faido (13 km), Serravalle (13 km).
Blenio at a glance: your local context
Blenio, a municipality of roughly 1’803 residents in the canton of Ticino, has its own profile when it comes to health insurance. For health insurance premiums, Blenio belongs to FOPH premium region 1 of the canton of Ticino. 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 1’803
- Canton: Ticino
- Basic-insurance premium region (FOPH/OFSP): region 1
- Postal code (NPA): 6717
- Federal municipality number (BFS): 5049
Health insurance and supplementary cover around Blenio: compare neighbouring municipalities
Living or working near Blenio? Each of the closest municipalities has its own local page — handy when you move or when you compare several places to live:
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Acquarossa — 8.3 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Faido — 12.8 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Serravalle — 13.2 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Medel — 14.2 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Dalpe — 15.9 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Giornico — 16.1 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Personico — 18.7 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Rheinwald — 19.1 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Quinto — 19.2 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Vals — 20.1 km away
Health insurance premiums 2026 in Blenio: the real numbers
The range in Blenio is striking: for adults (deductible 300 CHF), the 2026 monthly premium runs from 584 to 827 francs — for basic insurance whose benefits the law fixes identically for every insurer. Comparing therefore saves up to 2’911 francs a year, without giving anything up. The lowest adult premium there comes with the "alternative model" model.
| Profile | Deductible 300 CHF | Deductible 2’500 CHF |
|---|---|---|
| Adults (26 and over) | 584 – 827 CHF | from 474 CHF |
| Young adults (19–25) | 426 – 639 CHF | from 307 CHF |
| Children (0–18) | 43 – 180 CHF | — |
Our comparison tool does this work for you: the 67 insurers available for Blenio are ranked by your profile (age, deductible, model) from the lowest to the highest rate — your cover stays unchanged.
Basic insurance in Blenio: choosing insurer, deductible and model
Three decisions drive your premium in Blenio. 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 Blenio starts as low as 474 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 Ticino — many households leave this reduction unused.
Checklist for Blenio
- 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 Ticino.
Free premium comparison for Blenio →
How we work for Blenio
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 Ticino. Your benefits stay untouched — by law they are the same at every insurer — only the bill goes down. In Blenio this difference is measurable: 584–827 francs a month for adults, i.e. up to 2’911 francs a year across 67 insurers — for identical cover. Repeat the comparison each autumn before 30 November: free and with no commitment.
FAQ — insurance in Blenio (practical guidance, not legal advice)
How much is the 2026 health insurance premium in Blenio?
In Blenio (postal code 6717), the 2026 adult basic-insurance premium ranges from 584 to 827 francs a month depending on the insurer (deductible 300), from 426 francs for young adults and from 43 francs for children. For identical cover, the difference reaches up to 2’911 francs a year (FOPH premium region 1 of the canton of Ticino). Source: FOPH/OFSP, approved premiums 2026.
Do the neighbouring municipalities of Blenio have the same premiums?
Not necessarily. Blenio and nearby municipalities such as Acquarossa (8 km), Faido (13 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 Blenio?
No. It explains the insurance and tax concepts for residents of Blenio (canton of Ticino). Your decisions should rest on your own documents — and, where needed, on a regulated professional.
Can I compare "Health insurance and supplementary cover" in Blenio with no obligation?
Yes: we first clarify your needs, then — only if you wish — targeted comparisons and quotes for Blenio follow. The comparison is free, and no offer is binding.
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Important notes
All information is provided without guarantee and may be affected by changes to the law or rates. No figure on this page creates a contractual entitlement: always check the definitive values with your insurer, the FOPH or your canton before you decide.
Official sources
Our figures and information rely on the official publications of the Swiss Confederation.