Inland Empire Health Plan receives 4-star NCQA Medicaid plan rating

RANCHO CUCAMONGA, Calif., Sept. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) awarded Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP) an overall rating of 4 out of 5 for Medicaid Health Plan Ratings 2026, marking the second time the local health plan has achieved the rating.

IEHP was evaluated across numerous unique measures and credits three core drivers for this achievement: robust provider support, meaningful member engagement and strong internal operations.

"This achievement comes at an exciting time as IEHP celebrates 30 years as the Inland Empire's trusted local health plan," said IEHP Chief Executive Officer Jarrod McNaughton. "Maintaining this high standard requires the dedication of our entire team, alongside providers and community organizations working together. We remain committed to providing our community with high-quality, equitable and accessible healthcare."

NCQA is a private, nonprofit organization dedicated to improving healthcare quality. NCQA accredits and certifies a wide range of healthcare organizations and recognizes clinicians in key clinical areas. NCQA's HEDIS® is the most widely used performance measurement tool in healthcare. NCQA's website at www.ncqa.org contains information to help consumers, employers and others make informed healthcare choices.

"This rating shows a collective commitment to quality, partnership and innovation," said IEHP Chief Quality Officer Genia Fick. "We are encouraged by this feedback, which shows that our members are receiving high-quality, coordinated care in environments where they feel safe, supported and heard."

 To learn more about the health plan's work and its mission, vision and values, go to www.iehp.org/en/our-organization/who-we-are.

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.

SOURCE Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP)