Part-time Faculty Health Insurance Program
Who is Eligible to Enroll
To be eligible for enrollment in the Part-Time Faculty Health Insurance Program at SMCCCD, part-time faculty must have a minimum of 0.4 Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) with SMCCCD.
Fall 2026 Open Enrollment
Fall 2026 Open Enrollment will be held from October 5 through October 23, 2026. Coverage elected during this period will take effect November 1, 2026 and will continue into 2027.
If you are currently enrolled in a District medical plan, this is your opportunity to change medical plans. Continuing employees who remain enrolled will not have another opportunity to change medical plans during Spring 2027 unless they experience a qualifying event.
A Spring enrollment period will be available for eligible part-time faculty who are not currently enrolled in District medical coverage.
Open Enrollment is open October 5–23, 2026. Use the button below to submit your enrollment request.
Open Adjunct Medical Enrollment Form
Opens in a new tab. Sign in with your SMCCCD District account to access the secure form.
After Open Enrollment closes, changes to an existing medical plan generally require a qualifying event. See the Qualifying Event FAQs for more information.
Important Dates
| Open Enrollment Period | October 5–23, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Coverage Effective Date | November 1, 2026 |
How to Enroll
Eligible part-time faculty may enroll or make permitted changes during the Fall 2026 Open Enrollment period by opening the secure online enrollment form using the enrollment button.
- Review the available medical plans and monthly rates below. Select a plan name to review its 2027 Evidence of Coverage.
- Choose your medical plan and coverage level: Employee Only, Employee + 1, or Employee + 2 or More.
- Complete the secure online enrollment form between October 5 and October 23, 2026.
- Review your selections before submitting the form to make sure your medical plan, coverage level, and enrollment information are correct.
2027 Part-Time Faculty Medical Rates
The amounts below are the monthly employee contribution for eligible part-time faculty beginning January 1, 2027. These rates apply throughout the 2027 calendar year for eligible part-time faculty.
Select a medical plan name to view its 2027 Evidence of Coverage. Plan availability depends on where you live. The table identifies plans that are not available to members residing in San Mateo County.
| Medical Plan | San Mateo County | Employee Only | Employee + 1 | Employee + 2 or More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HMO Plans | ||||
| Anthem Blue Cross Select HMO | Not available in San Mateo County | $298.81 | $787.64 | $1,023.93 |
| Anthem Blue Cross Traditional HMO | Available | $544.89 | $1,279.80 | $1,663.74 |
| Blue Shield Access+ | Available | $291.49 | $773.00 | $1,004.90 |
| Blue Shield Trio HMO | Not available in San Mateo County | $14.94 | $219.90 | $285.87 |
| Kaiser Permanente | Available | $0.00 | $190.02 | $247.03 |
| Sutter Health | Not available in San Mateo County | $0.00 | $76.10 | $98.93 |
| Western Health Advantage HMO | Not available in San Mateo County | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PPO Plans | ||||
| PERS Gold PPO 80/20 plan; limited network | Available | $27.54 | $245.10 | $318.63 |
| PERS Platinum PPO 90/10 plan | Available | $590.99 | $1,372.00 | $1,783.60 |
Rates shown are monthly employee contributions. Plan availability is determined by the plan's service area.
For coverage from November 1 through December 31, 2026, see the 2026 Part-Time Faculty Medical Rates .
Part-Time Faculty Enrollment Form
Use the button below to open the secure form and submit your Fall 2026 enrollment request. Review your plan selection and coverage level before submitting.
Open Adjunct Medical Enrollment Form
Opens in a new tab. Sign in with your SMCCCD District account to access the secure form.
Plan Information & Resources
Questions?
For questions regarding eligibility or enrollment, please submit an HR Support Ticket .