The Albany Gazette - Arizona Bankers Association Partners with Champion Health and AffordaCare Insurance to Deliver Innovative Healthcare Solution for Arizona Banks

DALLAS, TX / ACCESS Newswire / April 1, 2026 / The Arizona Bankers Association (AzBA) has announced a new partnership with Champion Health, Inc. and AffordaCare Insurance to introduce the CHAMP Plan^™ to banks across Arizona, providing employees with enhanced access to everyday healthcare services while helping employers manage rising healthcare costs.

The CHAMP Plan^™ is designed to simplify access to essential healthcare services by removing common financial barriers employees often face when seeking care. Through the program, participating bank employees gain access to a wide range of healthcare services - including primary care visits, prescriptions, mental health support, lab testing, and other routine medical services - at no out-of-pocket cost. The partnership reflects a growing effort among employers to rethink traditional healthcare benefit structures and provide employees with easier, more affordable access to the care they need.

"Banks are constantly looking for ways to better support their employees while responsibly managing operational costs," said Paul Hickman, President and CEO of the Arizona Bankers Association. "The CHAMP Plan offers a practical solution that improves employee access to care while helping institutions stabilize the long-term cost of healthcare benefits."

Champion Health, Inc., specializes in working with employer organizations to modernize the economics of employer-sponsored healthcare. The company focuses on delivering solutions that expand access to care while improving cost predictability for employers. AffordaCare Insurance, which serves as the managing general agency for the Champion Health Plan, worked with Champion Health and the Arizona Bankers Association to bring the program to Arizona's banking community.

"Everyday healthcare shouldn't be something employees worry about affording," said Colton Bentz, Vice President of AffordaCare Insurance, the national managing general agency responsible for distribution and implementation of the Champion Health Plan. "Too often, people delay care simply because of cost. This partnership changes that for Arizona bank employees by providing real, no-cost access to the services people rely on most - from doctor visits and prescriptions to mental health support and lab testing. It's a smarter approach to benefits that improves access to care while helping employers control healthcare spending."

Key Advantages for Participating Organizations

Reduced Employer Payroll Tax and Benefit Renewals - Generates thousands of dollars in annual savings for participating organizations

Higher Employee Take-Home Pay - Increases net income without raising payroll costs

Lower Health Plan Claims - Preventative care reduces routine claims on major medical plans

Stronger Recruiting & Retention - Adds a meaningful, high-value employee benefit

No-Cost Access to Basic Healthcare - Employees receive common medical services at zero cost

In addition to improving employee access to healthcare services, the CHAMP Plan^™ is expected to deliver hundreds of thousands of dollars in recurring annual savings for participating banks by reducing unnecessary healthcare spending and lowering administrative and overhead costs associated with traditional benefit structures.

As healthcare costs continue to rise nationwide, employer groups and industry associations are increasingly seeking solutions that balance employee wellbeing with long-term financial sustainability. The CHAMP Plan^™ represents a growing shift toward healthcare benefit models designed to deliver both improved access and predictable cost management.

About the Arizona Bankers Association

The Arizona Bankers Association represents banks and financial institutions across the state of Arizona, advocating for policies that support a strong banking system and providing resources that help member institutions better serve their communities. For more information visit www.azbankers.org.

About Champion Health, Inc.

Champion Health, Inc. is a healthcare innovation company focused on transforming employer-sponsored health benefits. The CHAMP Plan^™ works with organizations nationwide to expand access to everyday healthcare services while improving cost efficiency for employers. For more information, visit www.ChampPlan.com.

About AffordaCare Insurance

AffordaCare Insurance is a nationally recognized group health insurance agency dedicated to revolutionizing the traditional employee benefits model. Its signature product, the CHAMP Plan, combines the best features of fully insured and self-insured plans, delivering substantial savings and improved benefits to employers and employees alike. With over 27,000 affiliated agents, brokers, and partners across 60+ locations nationwide, AffordaCare Insurance is committed to providing value-driven healthcare solutions that promote healthier, more productive workforces while minimizing costs. The company has collectively saved employers and employees billions of dollars in healthcare-related expenses through its innovative plans and services. For more information, visit AffordaCareInsurance.com.

Media Contact:

Alana Kohl
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702-323-4561

SOURCE: AffordaCare Insurance

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