Why Choose Scripps During Open Enrollment
Find quality care, trusted doctors and convenient locations
Find quality care, trusted doctors and convenient locations
Key Takeaways
- Scripps offers primary care, specialists and hospital services.
- National recognition highlights Scripps' quality of care.
- Convenient locations, same-day care and virtual care offer options.
- Check that your health plan includes your preferred Scripps providers.
Open enrollment is a good time to look beyond premiums and out-of-pocket costs when you compare health plans and consider the kind of care you may need.
A health insurance plan that includes Scripps can connect you to a broad network of primary care, specialists, hospitals, same-day care and virtual care across San Diego County.
“Choosing a health plan is also about choosing where you want to receive care,” says Anil Keswani, MD, corporate senior vice president and chief medical and operations officer for ambulatory care at Scripps Health.
“During open enrollment, it’s worth looking beyond cost and considering whether your plan gives you access to the physicians, services and facilities that are important to you,” Dr. Keswani says.
Here are six reasons to consider Scripps when comparing health plans during open enrollment.
1. Get connected care within one health system
Healthcare needs can change over time. Having primary care, specialists, hospitals and other services within the same health system can make it easier to get the care you need as those needs change.
Scripps offers a broad range of care across the region, including:
- Primary care and pediatrics
- Specialty care
- Hospital care
- Emergency care
- Urgent care
- Scripps HealthExpress walk-in care
- Virtual care
- Preventive and wellness services
Scripps includes more than 3,500 affiliated physicians at nearly 30 clinics and five hospital campuses across the region.
Having many types of care within Scripps can also support communication among your physicians and make it easier to move from primary care to specialty or hospital care when needed.
“One of the benefits of receiving care within an integrated health system is having a team that can support you through different stages of your health,” says Dr. Keswani. “Your primary care physician can help guide your care and connect you with specialists and other services when you need them.”
2. Get access to experienced specialists
Sometimes your health needs require more specialized expertise.
Scripps physicians provide specialty care across a wide range of areas, including cardiology, orthopedics, cancer care, gastroenterology, endocrinology, neurology and women’s health.
That breadth of expertise can be especially important if you develop a new condition, need a second opinion or require care from a specialist with experience treating a complex health problem.
Having access to many specialties within Scripps also gives you more options as your care becomes more specialized.
3. Choose nationally recognized care
Quality is another factor to consider when choosing where you want to receive care.
Scripps hospitals and specialty programs regularly receive national recognition for quality and clinical care.
For 2026–27, U.S. News & World Report ranked Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla and Scripps Mercy Hospital among the five best hospitals in San Diego County.
Scripps programs also ranked among the nation’s top 50 in six specialties:
- Cardiology
- Diabetes and endocrinology
- Gastroenterology and GI surgery
- Geriatrics
- Obstetrics and gynecology
- Orthopedics
Scripps Health was also ranked No. 2 among the nation's top five medium-sized health systems in Premier Inc's 2026 study.
“Recognition from national organizations reflects the work our physicians and care teams do every day to provide high-quality care,” says Dr. Keswani. “For patients, it can offer another way to evaluate the health system they are choosing during open enrollment.”
4. Get care where and when you need it
Convenience can make a big difference when you need care.
Scripps offers several ways to get care across San Diego County, whether you need a routine appointment, same-day treatment or emergency services.
Depending on your needs, you can:
See a primary care doctor close to home or work. Scripps has more than 20 primary care offices throughout the region, from North County to South County.
Visit a Scripps HealthExpress walk-in clinic for minor illnesses and injuries. Locations are available throughout the county and many offer same-day care without an appointment.
Go to one of three Scripps urgent care centers for illnesses or injuries that need prompt attention but are not life-threatening. Scripps has urgent care in Torrey Pines, Rancho Bernardo and Oceanside, including 24-hour urgent care at Torrey Pines.
Choose virtual care from home. Options include On-Demand Video Visits with primary care or HealthExpress, scheduled Video Visits with many primary care physicians and specialists and E-visits for certain minor conditions.
Get emergency care 24/7 at one of four Scripps emergency rooms for serious or life-threatening illnesses and injuries.
Many Scripps locations also offer online wait times and the On My Way feature, which can help you find nearby same-day care and begin part of the check-in process before you arrive.
Having several ways to get care can make it easier to choose the option that fits your health needs, location and schedule.
5. Manage your care with MyScripps
MyScripps makes it easier to handle many everyday healthcare tasks in one place.
Using the patient portal or mobile app, you can:
- Schedule appointments
- Find same-day care
- Access virtual care
- View test results
- Message your care team
- Manage bills and payments
- Review health information
Having these tools available online can save time and help you stay connected with your care team between visits.
6. Build a long-term relationship with your doctor
Finding a doctor who is a good fit can make it easier to manage your health over time.
Scripps offers hundreds of primary care physicians throughout San Diego County, and Doctor Finder can help you search by location, specialty, language, availability and other preferences.
Regular visits can help your doctor understand your health history, goals and risk factors, support preventive care and guide you to specialists when needed.
“A strong relationship with your physician can develop over years,” says Dr. Keswani. “That continuity helps your doctor understand your health history, your goals and what matters to you, which is why it’s important to consider your physician network when choosing a plan.”
Check your health plan before enrolling
Before enrolling, check whether Scripps is included in the specific health plan you're considering. Even if an insurance company works with Scripps, not all plans include the same doctors, hospitals or services.
To make sure your plan meets your needs:
- Confirm that your preferred Scripps doctors are in-network.
- Check that any specialists you see are included.
- Verify that the Scripps hospitals and facilities you prefer are in-network.
- Confirm coverage directly with your insurance company.
- Review your network each year, even if you keep the same plan, because provider participation can change.
Make Scripps part of your open enrollment decision
If receiving care at Scripps is important to you, confirm that the specific health plan you're considering includes your preferred Scripps doctors, hospitals and services.
Taking this step during open enrollment can help you choose coverage that fits your healthcare needs and preferences.
Once you've selected your plan, learn what to do after open enrollment to prepare for using your new health coverage.