Is my Medicare plan ending in New York City, NY?
Medicare plans are set by county. New York City is in New York County, so the plans listed as leaving New York County for 2027 apply to New York City residents.
Quick answer for New York City
21 Medicare plans are from 7 companies listed in New York County for 2026 but not for 2027, covering at least 16,308 people enrolled today. If you live in New York City 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 New York County
| Company | Plans leaving | People enrolled (at least) |
|---|---|---|
| Aetna (CVS Health) | 3 | 7,094 |
| Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) | 5 | 6,459 |
| Humana | 3 | 1,045 |
| Elderplan | 2 | 787 |
| Cigna HealthSpring (HCSC) | 3 | 552 |
| EmblemHealth | 3 | 268 |
| Anthem (Elevance Health) | 2 | 103 |
Plans going away in New York County
| Plan going away | Company | People enrolled (at least) |
|---|---|---|
| Aetna Medicare Elite (PPO) H5521-537 | Aetna (CVS Health) | 5,478 |
| Wellcare Dual Access (HMO D-SNP) H4868-014 | Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) | 2,730 |
| Wellcare Fidelis Dual Liberty Sync (HMO D-SNP) H5599-013 | Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) | 2,182 |
| Aetna Medicare Enhanced (PPO) H5521-662 | Aetna (CVS Health) | 1,445 |
| Wellcare Simple (HMO-POS) H4868-019 | Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) | 1,003 |
| Humana Gold Plus SNP-DE H3533-034 (HMO D-SNP) H3533-034 | Humana | 624 |
| Elderplan Flex (HMO-POS) H3347-016 | Elderplan | 612 |
| HealthSpring True Choice (PPO) H7849-150 | Cigna HealthSpring (HCSC) | 552 |
| Wellcare Dual Access Open (PPO D-SNP) H2775-112 | Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) | 317 |
| Humana Direct Choice Giveback (PPO) H5970-031 | Humana | 251 |
| Wellcare Assist (HMO-POS) H4868-016 | Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) | 227 |
| Elderplan Extra Help (HMO-POS) H3347-009 | Elderplan | 175 |
| Aetna Medicare Partial Dual Care (HMO D-SNP) H3312-090 | Aetna (CVS Health) | 171 |
| Humana Gold Plus Giveback H3533-027 (HMO) H3533-027 | Humana | 170 |
| EmblemHealth VIP Dual (HMO D-SNP) H5991-012 | EmblemHealth | 107 |
See all 19 plans leaving New York County →
What to do if you live in New York City
- 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 New York City are covered by any plan you consider.
- Free, unbiased help: HIICAP (Health Insurance Information, Counseling and Assistance Program) at 1-800-701-0501, or Medicare.gov, 1-800-MEDICARE.
Is my Medicare plan ending in New York City?
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 New York City?
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.
New York City 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.