Krankenkasse Birchmeier: 2026 premiums compared
Krankenkasse Birchmeier offers basic insurance in 2026 in 1 cantons, from CHF 566.80 a month. In 0 cantons it is the cheapest insurer of all.
Krankenkasse Birchmeier canton by canton (2026)
Reference: adult aged 26+, franchise CHF 300, standard model with free choice of doctor, with accident cover.
| Canton | Krankenkasse Birchmeier premium | Cheapest in canton | Extra per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aargau | CHF 566.80 | CHF 519.25 | + CHF 571/J |
What this insurer actually offers
Insurance models: Standard (free choice of doctor), Other (Telmed, pharmacy …), Family doctor
Franchises for adults: CHF 300, 500, 1'000, 1'500, 2'000, 2'500
Franchises for children: CHF 0, 100, 200, 300, 400, 500, 600 Not every insurer offers children all levels — that is what decides the cheapest family solution.
How Krankenkasse Birchmeier has developed since 2021
| Year | Lowest premium | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | CHF 481.40 | — |
| 2022 | CHF 476.60 | -1.0 % |
| 2023 | CHF 476.60 | +0.0 % |
| 2024 | CHF 490.90 | +3.0 % |
| 2025 | CHF 510.60 | +4.0 % |
| 2026 | CHF 566.80 | +11.0 % |
The lowest premium at Krankenkasse Birchmeier went from CHF 481.40 (2021) to CHF 566.80 (2026) — +17.7 %.
Why the benefits are the same everywhere
Basic insurance is defined by law (KVG/LAMal). Krankenkasse Birchmeier must pay for the same treatments as any other insurer and must accept every applicant, with no health questions. Price, service and supplementary products differ — the latter are not compared here.
Frequently asked questions
Is Krankenkasse Birchmeier expensive?
For an adult with a CHF 300 franchise and the standard model, Krankenkasse Birchmeier costs between CHF 566.80 and CHF 566.80 a month in 2026, depending on the canton. In 0 of 1 cantons it is the cheapest insurer.
Are the benefits at Krankenkasse Birchmeier worse than at a more expensive insurer?
No. The benefit catalogue of compulsory basic insurance is set by law and identical for every insurer.
How do I switch to or away from Krankenkasse Birchmeier?
Notice for basic insurance must reach your current insurer by 30 November (arrival, not postmark). The new insurer must accept you.