Is my Medicare plan ending in Madison, WI?
Medicare plans are set by county. Madison is in Dane County, so the plans listed as leaving Dane County for 2027 apply to Madison residents.
Quick answer for Madison
14 Medicare plans are from 6 companies listed in Dane County for 2026 but not for 2027, covering at least 3,656 people enrolled today. If you live in Madison and have one of these plans, you can choose a new plan from October 15 to December 7, and coverage starts January 1.
Companies with plans leaving Dane County
| Company | Plans leaving | People enrolled (at least) |
|---|---|---|
| UnitedHealthcare | 3 | 1,867 |
| Marshfield Clinic Health System | 5 | 919 |
| Anthem (Elevance Health) | 2 | 700 |
| Humana | 1 | 170 |
| Cigna HealthSpring (HCSC) | 2 | not listed |
| Aetna (CVS Health) | 1 | not listed |
Plans going away in Dane County
| Plan going away | Company | People enrolled (at least) |
|---|---|---|
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC WI-0007 (PPO) H0294-016 | UnitedHealthcare | 1,033 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC WI-0017 (HMO-POS) H5253-097 | UnitedHealthcare | 692 |
| Esteem Rx (HMO-POS) H5211-012 | Marshfield Clinic Health System | 681 |
| Anthem Full Dual Advantage 2 (HMO D-SNP) H9525-018 | Anthem (Elevance Health) | 426 |
| Anthem Full Dual Advantage (HMO D-SNP) H9525-003 | Anthem (Elevance Health) | 274 |
| Humana USAA Honor Giveback (PPO) H5216-258 | Humana | 170 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage CareFlex from UHC WI-18 (HMO-POS) H5253-198 | UnitedHealthcare | 142 |
| Essence Rx (HMO-POS) H5211-002 | Marshfield Clinic Health System | 114 |
| Compass (HMO-POS) H5211-003 | Marshfield Clinic Health System | 58 |
| Legacy Rx (HMO-POS) H5211-004 | Marshfield Clinic Health System | 55 |
| Spirit (HMO-POS) H5211-001 | Marshfield Clinic Health System | 11 |
What to do if you live in Madison
- Read the notice from your plan. It names the plan that is ending and your choices.
- Compare 2027 options before December 7: another Medicare Advantage plan, or Original Medicare with a Medicare Supplement and a Part D drug plan.
- Check that your doctors, hospitals and pharmacy near Madison are covered by any plan you consider.
- Free, unbiased help: Wisconsin Medigap Helpline at 800-242-1060, or Medicare.gov, 1-800-MEDICARE.
Is my Medicare plan ending in Madison?
Medicare plans are offered by service area, usually county by county. Check the list above for your plan name or plan ID. A plan can be listed because it was renumbered or replaced, so your plan notice is the final word.
What happens if I do nothing in Madison?
If your plan is not renewing and you do not choose a new one, you may be moved to Original Medicare, which does not include drug coverage. Compare options before December 7 and confirm your dates with Medicare.gov or your plan notice.
Do I have to enroll if I call?
No. Calling is a conversation about your options, and you are never required to enroll.
Madison 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.
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Source: CMS Medicare Advantage and Part D landscape files for 2026 and 2027, and CMS enrollment data from September 2026.
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.