Our Promise: 100% Waiver Denial Refund
If Stanford rejects your PSI plan for any reason, we refund your premium in full. No hidden fees. Zero risk to you.
Stanford University Insurance Waiver Requirements
The table below lists the official waiver criteria for Fall 2026. PSI plans are designed to meet every requirement.
| Requirement | School Minimum | PSI Status |
|---|---|---|
| ACA Comparability | Plan must be ACA-comparable and provide Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC). | PSI plans for Stanford are comprehensive health insurance, meeting all ACA-equivalent standards. |
| Bay Area Network Access | Must provide non-emergency care within the SF Bay Area (Palo Alto region). | Full in-network access to providers in Palo Alto, including the UHC/Aetna PPO network. |
| Out-of-Pocket Maximum | Annual Out-of-Pocket maximum must be $9,450 or less (2025-26 standard). | PSI Out-of-Pocket limits are well below the $9,450 requirement. |
| Pre-existing Conditions | No waiting periods or exclusions for pre-existing conditions. | 0-day waiting period. Pre-existing conditions are covered from day one. |
| Suicide & Mental Health | Must cover mental health, substance abuse, and suicidal conditions. | Full parity for mental health and suicidal conditions as required by Vaden Health. |
PSI is not affiliated with or endorsed by your university. Our plans are offered as a waiver-eligible alternative to the university's student health insurance plan.
How to Successfully Waive Stanford SHIP
Follow this guide to enter your PSI details into the online waiver system.
Purchase Stanford Compliant Plan
Select a PSI plan that meets all Stanford requirements. Complete your enrollment online to trigger the waiver documents.
Get Your Insurance Details
Check your PSI ID card for your Member ID, Group Number, and Bin Number. You will need these for the online portal.
Submit to
Log into the Stanford Vaden Health Portal and provide the information or upload the form to complete your waiver.
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