Eau Claire County, Wisconsin: health insurance

What Eau Claire County residents should know about Medicare, marketplace plans and Medicaid.

Eau Claire County at a glance

StateWisconsin
Population (2023 est.)107,903
Population rank in Wisconsin14 of 72
Land area638 square miles
Major citiesEau Claire

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (Population Estimates 2023; Gazetteer 2023).

Medicare plans leaving Eau Claire County for 2027

20 Medicare plans from 6 companies are listed in Eau Claire County for 2026 but not for 2027, covering at least 5,121 people enrolled in the plans below today.

Stand-alone drug plans leaving all of Wisconsin:
  • SilverScript Choice (PDP) (S5601-032, Aetna (CVS Health))
  • HealthSpring Assurance Rx (PDP) (S5617-223, Cigna HealthSpring (HCSC))
  • HealthSpring Extra Rx (PDP) (S5617-366, Cigna HealthSpring (HCSC))
Plan going awayCompanyPeople enrolled (at least)
Medica Prime Solution Focus (Cost)
H2450-038
Medica Holding Company1,259
Essence Rx (HMO-POS)
H5211-002
Marshfield Clinic Health System1,225
Medica Prime Solution Standard (Cost)
H2450-050
Medica Holding Company652
Anthem Full Dual Advantage 2 (HMO D-SNP)
H9525-018
Anthem (Elevance Health)565
Medica Prime Solution Focus w/Rx (Cost)
H2450-039
Medica Holding Company315
UHC Dual Complete WI-D002 (HMO-POS D-SNP)
H3794-002
UnitedHealthcare249
Anthem Full Dual Advantage (HMO D-SNP)
H9525-003
Anthem (Elevance Health)235
AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC WI-0015 (HMO-POS)
H5253-072
UnitedHealthcare196
UHC Dual Complete WI-D001 (PPO D-SNP)
H0294-027
UnitedHealthcare95
Spirit (HMO-POS)
H5211-001
Marshfield Clinic Health System93
Ally Rx (HMO D-SNP)
H5211-010
Marshfield Clinic Health System70
AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx WI-MA02 (HMO-POS)
H5253-021
UnitedHealthcare67
Show 5 more plans
Plan going awayCompanyPeople enrolled (at least)
Medica Prime Solution Core (Cost)
H2450-051
Medica Holding Company62
Medica Prime Solution Thrift w/Rx (Cost)
H2450-007
Medica Holding Company22
AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx WI-MA01 (PPO)
H0294-014
UnitedHealthcare16
Medica Prime Solution Thrift (Cost)
H2450-030
Medica Holding Company10 or fewer
UHC Dual Complete WI-V001 (HMO-POS D-SNP)
H3794-004
UnitedHealthcare10 or fewer

A plan can be listed because it was renumbered or replaced, not only because a company is leaving the county. When the same company keeps other plans there, members are usually moved to a replacement plan. Your plan should send you a notice, and Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period (October 15 to December 7) is when you can compare and switch. “People enrolled” is the number enrolled in that plan today (CMS hides counts of 10 or fewer). Source: CMS Medicare Advantage and Part D landscape files for 2026 and 2027, and CMS enrollment data from September 2026.

Is your plan on this list? Call 855-367-1095 and we will look at what is available where you live, with no obligation to enroll.

Why your county matters for coverage

In Wisconsin, the health plans you can choose depend on where you live. Medicare Advantage and Part D plans are offered by service area, usually county by county, and marketplace premiums and carriers are set by area as well. Living in Eau Claire County means the options on this page apply to you, and plans in a neighboring county may differ.

  • Medicare: Wisconsin Medigap Helpline gives free, unbiased counseling at 800-242-1060. Ask which plans serve Eau Claire County specifically.
  • Marketplace plans: shop through HealthCare.gov (federal Marketplace); enter your Eau Claire County ZIP code to see what is offered.
  • Medicaid: apply through BadgerCare Plus (Wisconsin Department of Health Services).

Wisconsin note: Wisconsin's Medicare counseling program goes by a distinct name, the Medigap Helpline, rather than a more generic SHIP label, and it's specifically run by the Board on Aging and Long-Term Care rather than the Department of Health Services that runs BadgerCare Plus.

Questions about Eau Claire County

Are the same Medicare plans offered everywhere in Wisconsin?

No. Plans are offered by service area. A plan available in one county may not be offered in Eau Claire County, so check by county.

Where do Eau Claire County residents get free Medicare counseling?

Wisconsin Medigap Helpline (800-242-1060) is Wisconsin's free SHIP program.

Do I have to enroll if I call?

No. Calling is a conversation about your options, and you are never required to enroll.

Eau Claire County residents: call 855-367-1095

Call Lander LLC to go over your options. There is no cost to call or to speak with an agent, and you are never required to enroll in anything.

Call 855-367-1095

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Reviewed by Richard Lander, licensed insurance agent (NPN 21255551), Lander LLC. Last updated October 3, 2026. This page is educational and is not a quote, an offer of coverage, or legal or tax advice.

Do it yourself

Prefer to look and enroll yourself?

Compare plans and enroll on your own time. Or call 855-367-1095 any time you want a licensed agent’s help.

Medicare

Medicare Open Enrollment starts October 15th

Take a look at Wisconsin plans, or go ahead and enroll yourself. Call if you need any help with your application.

Under 65 · ACA

ACA Open Enrollment opens November 1st

Take a look at Wisconsin plans, or go ahead and enroll yourself when it opens. Call if you need any help with your application.

Questions along the way? Call 855-367-1095 for assistance.