Is my Medicare plan ending in Houston, TX?
Medicare plans are set by county. Houston is in Harris County, so the plans listed as leaving Harris County for 2027 apply to Houston residents.
Quick answer for Houston
39 Medicare plans are from 9 companies listed in Harris County for 2026 but not for 2027, covering at least 68,336 people enrolled today. If you live in Houston 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 Harris County
| Company | Plans leaving | People enrolled (at least) |
|---|---|---|
| UnitedHealthcare | 12 | 29,514 |
| Anthem (Elevance Health) | 4 | 16,609 |
| Memorial Hermann Health System | 3 | 8,945 |
| Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) | 5 | 6,980 |
| Blue Cross (Health Care Service Corp) | 8 | 3,746 |
| Harris County Hospital District | 1 | 924 |
| SCAN Group | 2 | 914 |
| Humana | 2 | 704 |
| Cigna HealthSpring (HCSC) | 2 | not listed |
Plans going away in Harris County
| Plan going away | Company | People enrolled (at least) |
|---|---|---|
| Wellpoint Full Dual Advantage (HMO D-SNP) H8849-010 | Anthem (Elevance Health) | 15,732 |
| UHC Dual Complete TX-S003 (HMO-POS D-SNP) H4514-021 | UnitedHealthcare | 14,483 |
| Memorial Hermann Advantage (HMO) H7115-001 | Memorial Hermann Health System | 8,706 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TX-0006 (PPO) H1278-014 | UnitedHealthcare | 7,076 |
| UHC Dual Complete TX-Q3 (HMO-POS D-SNP) H4514-024 | UnitedHealthcare | 6,006 |
| Wellcare Giveback (HMO) H0174-019 | Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) | 3,391 |
| Wellcare Dual Liberty (HMO D-SNP) H0174-006 | Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) | 2,189 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Giveback from UHC TX-31 (PPO) H1278-021 | UnitedHealthcare | 1,432 |
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Basic (HMO) H8133-001 | Blue Cross (Health Care Service Corp) | 1,232 |
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Choice Premier (PPO) H1666-003 | Blue Cross (Health Care Service Corp) | 1,107 |
| Community DualCare Aligned (HMO D-SNP) H9826-003 | Harris County Hospital District | 924 |
| SCAN Strive Texas (HMO C-SNP) H8902-009 | SCAN Group | 888 |
| Wellcare Assist (HMO) H0174-009 | Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) | 594 |
| Wellcare Simple Open (PPO) H7323-012 | Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) | 520 |
| Humana Gold Choice H8145-084 (PFFS) H8145-084 | Humana | 492 |
See all 37 plans leaving Harris County →
What to do if you live in Houston
- 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 Houston are covered by any plan you consider.
- Free, unbiased help: Texas HICAP (Health Information, Counseling and Advocacy Program) at 800-252-9240, or Medicare.gov, 1-800-MEDICARE.
Is my Medicare plan ending in Houston?
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 Houston?
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.
Houston 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.