Key points at a glance
This page is written for residents of Dorénaz, in the canton of Valais, 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 Dorénaz, 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 (Dorénaz belongs to region 2 in the canton of Valais) — your state of health is irrelevant, because basic insurance carries an obligation to accept every applicant. Dorénaz has roughly 969 residents — and every insured person is free to choose their own insurer. Further down are the actual 2026 premiums for Dorénaz, practical tips and a free, no-obligation comparison. Neighbouring municipalities have their own pages too: Vernayaz (2 km), Collonges (3 km), Evionnaz (4 km).
Dorénaz at a glance: your local context
Dorénaz, a municipality of roughly 969 residents in the canton of Valais, has its own profile when it comes to health insurance. For health insurance premiums, Dorénaz belongs to FOPH premium region 2 of the canton of Valais. 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 969
- Canton: Valais
- Basic-insurance premium region (FOPH/OFSP): region 2
- Postal code (NPA): 1905
- Federal municipality number (BFS): 6212
Health insurance and supplementary cover around Dorénaz: compare neighbouring municipalities
Living or working near Dorénaz? 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 Vernayaz — 2.3 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Collonges — 3.4 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Evionnaz — 3.9 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Salvan — 4.5 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Fully — 5.5 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Lavey-Morcles — 5.7 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Martigny — 5.8 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Martigny-Combe — 7.4 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Bovernier — 7.8 km away
- Health insurance and supplementary cover in Saint-Maurice — 8.4 km away
Health insurance premiums 2026 in Dorénaz: the real numbers
The range in Dorénaz is striking: for adults (deductible 300 CHF), the 2026 monthly premium runs from 406 to 598 francs — for basic insurance whose benefits the law fixes identically for every insurer. Comparing therefore saves up to 2’299 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) | 406 – 598 CHF | from 295 CHF |
| Young adults (19–25) | 297 – 454 CHF | from 186 CHF |
| Children (0–18) | 30 – 130 CHF | — |
Our comparison tool does this work for you: the 76 insurers available for Dorénaz 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 Dorénaz: choosing insurer, deductible and model
Three decisions drive your premium in Dorénaz. 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 Dorénaz starts as low as 295 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 Valais — many households leave this reduction unused.
Checklist for Dorénaz
- 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 Valais.
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How we work for Dorénaz
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 Valais. Your benefits stay untouched — by law they are the same at every insurer — only the bill goes down. In Dorénaz this difference is measurable: 406–598 francs a month for adults, i.e. up to 2’299 francs a year across 76 insurers — for identical cover. Repeat the comparison each autumn before 30 November: free and with no commitment.
FAQ — insurance in Dorénaz (practical guidance, not legal advice)
How much is the 2026 health insurance premium in Dorénaz?
In Dorénaz (postal code 1905), the 2026 adult basic-insurance premium ranges from 406 to 598 francs a month depending on the insurer (deductible 300), from 297 francs for young adults and from 30 francs for children. For identical cover, the difference reaches up to 2’299 francs a year (FOPH premium region 2 of the canton of Valais). Source: FOPH/OFSP, approved premiums 2026.
Do the neighbouring municipalities of Dorénaz have the same premiums?
Not necessarily. Dorénaz and nearby municipalities such as Vernayaz (2 km), Collonges (3 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 Dorénaz?
No. It explains the insurance and tax concepts for residents of Dorénaz (canton of Valais). Your decisions should rest on your own documents — and, where needed, on a regulated professional.
Can I compare "Health insurance and supplementary cover" in Dorénaz with no obligation?
Yes: we first clarify your needs, then — only if you wish — targeted comparisons and quotes for Dorénaz follow. The comparison is free, and no offer is binding.
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Important notes
Assur-IA's content is maintained carefully, but it can change with legislation, case law and the product range. It constitutes neither a binding offer nor a personal recommendation. Rates, premiums, deductibles and deductions depend on your profile and the reference date.
Official sources
Our figures and information rely on the official publications of the Swiss Confederation.