Here you’ll find a list of frequently asked questions and answers about 2026 Open Enrollment.
Open Enrollment is Monday, November 3, through Friday, November 14, 2025. The window will close at 11:59 pm MT on November 14.
The benefits you choose during Open Enrollment are effective January 1 – December 31, 2026.
It’s important that you actively participate in this year’s Open Enrollment to make sure your 2026 benefits meet your needs and your budget. If you decide to keep the same plans you have today, you do not need to re-enroll during Open Enrollment unless you wish to participate in a health savings account (HSA) or flexible spending accounts (FSAs) in 2026. Per IRS rules, you must elect an HSA contribution and re-enroll in FSAs each year.
There are a number of changes to our benefit plans this year, including updates to medical plan details and costs. Learn about the changes on the 2026 Open Enrollment page or by reading the Open Enrollment Decision Guide.
Albertsons Companies provides you with lots of resources to learn about your benefits. A good place to start is the Open Enrollment page. Then, access the Benefits Resources tile on myaci.albertsons.com. There, you’ll find:
- Your 2026 Benefits Guide
- Your 2026 rate sheet
- A link to ALEX, your virtual benefits counselor
- And more!
ALEX is your online benefits counselor who will explain your benefits in simple, easy-to-understand language. ALEX recommends benefits and coverage options that will meet your needs and your budget. ALEX has been updated for 2026 and is ready to talk to you about next year’s benefits. Learn more.
- Sign in to myaci.albertsons.com.
- From the Me page, click the Benefits tile.
- Click the Enroll Now button. Choose Express enrollment or Discovery enrollment. Then follow the onscreen instructions.
- Review and submit your enrollment elections. You must click on the SUBMIT button at the end of your enrollment session for your elections to be saved. Finally, take a quick post-enrollment survey.
Explore Quick Reference Guides (QRGs) and Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for help completing tasks in myACI Benefits. Go to myACI.albertsons.com > Knowledge tab > My Knowledge tile. Type “benefits” in the search bar for assistance with viewing your current benefits, enrolling in benefits, uploading enrollment certifications, designating beneficiaries, etc.
If you have questions, call the Associate Experience Center at 888-255-2269 Monday -Friday, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Arizona Time to speak with a representative.
Health care costs are rising across the country, and 2026 is projected to see the steepest increase in 15 years. This is due to higher prices for medical services and increased usage of care. Employers are adjusting plans to manage these costs, which may result in higher premiums, deductibles, or copays.
While general inflation has eased, health care inflation is still climbing. Medical providers are charging more, and more people are using services like cancer care, mental health support, and specialty medications. These factors are driving up the cost of coverage.
It depends on your plan and coverage level. You can see your exact plan costs by viewing your rate sheet on myACI > Benefits Resources tile. If you’re unsure which plan is best for you, you can get a personalized recommendation from ALEX, your online benefits counselor.
Choosing coverage that closely matches your actual healthcare needs helps you avoid paying more than necessary in weekly premiums. Over-insuring, selecting a plan with higher costs and benefits you may not use, can lead to unnecessary expenses for you and contribute to higher overall plan costs for the company. When associates choose plans that fit their usage, it helps keep the benefits program sustainable and affordable for everyone. If you need help with plan recommendations, try using your online benefits counselor, ALEX.
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