IEHP named a 'Best Workplace in Health Care' for fifth consecutive year

RANCHO CUCAMONGA, Calif., Oct. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP) has been named as a Fortune magazine and Great Place To Work^® 2026 Best Workplaces in Health Care™, ranking No. 34 on the nationally recognized list.

This is the fifth year in a row the local health plan has been recognized by the publication and Great Place To Work. The local health plan was credited for fostering a positive, uplifting environment with opportunities for personal and career development.

"What an incredible recognition to receive as we celebrate 30 years of 'Caring Together,'" said IEHP Chief Executive Officer Jarrod McNaughton. "This honor reflects the culture our team has built — one rooted in inclusion, opportunity and a shared commitment to our mission."

The Best Workplaces Health Care award is based on analysis of survey responses from nearly 222,000 employees at Great Place To Work™ companies in the healthcare industry. IEHP earned designation in April as a Great Place To Work for the sixth year in a row.

The survey tracks responses in five categories and 15 subcategories such as credibility and respect and how fair employees are treated throughout the organizations.

The 2026 Great Place To Work survey was sent to more than 3,800 IEHP team members, with 87% surveyed saying the local health plan is a great place to work.

"Our team members are deeply committed to serving our members and communities, and we are equally committed to investing in their growth, development and long-term success," said IEHP Chief People Officer Supriya Sood. "Our hope is that every team member who walks through our doors feels valued and appreciated throughout their career journey with us."

IEHP and others featured in 2026 were selected based on their ability to offer positive outcomes for employees regardless of job role, work status or other demographic factors, the company said.

"Congratulations to the Fortune Best Workplaces in Health Care," said CEO of Great Place to Work Michael C. Bush. "People are at the heart of work in every industry, and healthcare is no exception. These companies show how delivering for your people drives financial performance and turns the future into the confidence to win."

To learn more about the local health plan, go to www.iehp.org.

A list of current job postings and benefits is available at careers.iehp.org.

About IEHP

With a mission to heal and inspire the human spirit, Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP) is a local public health plan that serves 1.4 million residents of San Bernardino and Riverside counties. Founded in 1996 as a government entity, IEHP is one of the top 5 largest Medicaid health plans and the largest publicly operated Dual Eligible Special Needs Plan (for those with both Medicare and Medicaid) in the nation. IEHP is also the lowest-cost Silver plan in the region for Covered California. For the sixth consecutive year, the health plan is proudly certified as A Great Place To Work®.

Today, IEHP maintains a robust network of more than 10,000 quality providers and is supported by nearly 3,600 dedicated team members who remain committed to the vision: We will not rest until our communities enjoy optimal care and vibrant health. To learn more, go to iehp.org.

About the Fortune Best Workplaces in Health Care List
Great Place To Work selected the 2026 Fortune Best Workplaces in Health Care by analyzing confidential survey responses from more than 1.3 million employees, representing the experiences of more than 7.3 million employees in 2025 and 2026. Of those responses, nearly 222,000 were from employees at Great Place To Work Certified companies in the health care industry, and this ranking is based on that feedback. Companies with 10 to 999 employees competed in the small and medium category. Companies with 1,000 or more employees were considered for the large category. Read the full methodology.

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About Great Place To Work

As the global authority on workplace culture, Great Place To Work, a UKG company, brings 30 years of groundbreaking research and data to help every place become a great place to work for all. Its proprietary platform and Great Place To Work Model help companies evaluate the experience of every employee, with exemplary workplaces becoming Great Place To Work Certified and receiving recognition on a coveted Best Workplaces list.

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About Fortune Media

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SOURCE Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP)