Is my Medicare plan ending in Schenectady, NY?
Medicare plans are set by county. Schenectady is in Schenectady County, so the plans listed as leaving Schenectady County for 2027 apply to Schenectady residents.
Quick answer for Schenectady
19 Medicare plans are from 7 companies listed in Schenectady County for 2026 but not for 2027, covering at least 2,850 people enrolled today. If you live in Schenectady 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 Schenectady County
| Company | Plans leaving | People enrolled (at least) |
|---|---|---|
| MVP Health Care | 1 | 1,065 |
| Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) | 8 | 963 |
| Humana | 3 | 508 |
| Aetna (CVS Health) | 2 | 160 |
| EmblemHealth | 2 | 85 |
| Highmark Health | 1 | 69 |
| Cigna HealthSpring (HCSC) | 2 | not listed |
Plans going away in Schenectady County
| Plan going away | Company | People enrolled (at least) |
|---|---|---|
| MVP Medicare Complete Wellness with Part D (PPO) H9615-024 | MVP Health Care | 1,065 |
| Wellcare Fidelis Dual Liberty Sync (HMO D-SNP) H5599-013 | Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) | 822 |
| HumanaChoice SNP-DE H5970-020 (PPO D-SNP) H5970-020 | Humana | 275 |
| Aetna Medicare Signature (HMO) H3312-062 | Aetna (CVS Health) | 142 |
| HumanaChoice Giveback H5970-030 (PPO) H5970-030 | Humana | 117 |
| Humana Gold Plus SNP-DE H3533-002 (HMO D-SNP) H3533-002 | Humana | 116 |
| EmblemHealth VIP Value (HMO-POS) H3330-048 | EmblemHealth | 85 |
| Wellcare Simple (HMO-POS) H4868-019 | Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) | 71 |
| Wellcare Dual Access (HMO D-SNP) H4868-004 | Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) | 70 |
| Forever Blue 770 (PPO) H5526-018 | Highmark Health | 69 |
| Aetna Medicare Partial Dual (HMO D-SNP) H3312-089 | Aetna (CVS Health) | 18 |
| EmblemHealth VIP Dual (HMO D-SNP) H5991-012 | EmblemHealth | 10 or fewer |
| Wellcare Advantage Enhanced (PFFS) H2816-037 | Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) | 10 or fewer |
| Wellcare Advantage Simple (PFFS) H2816-038 | Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) | 10 or fewer |
| Wellcare Patriot Simple (HMO-POS) H4868-003 | Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) | 10 or fewer |
See all 17 plans leaving Schenectady County →
What to do if you live in Schenectady
- 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 Schenectady 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 Schenectady?
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 Schenectady?
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.
Schenectady 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.