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Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) Medicare plans ending in Texas for 2027

Which Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) plans are listed as leaving Texas, where, and what to do next.

Quick answer

22 Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) plans are listed in Texas for 2026 but not for 2027, in 204 counties, covering at least 40,125 people enrolled today. If you have one of these plans, you can choose a new plan from October 15 to December 7, and coverage starts January 1.

Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) plans leaving Texas

Plan going awayWherePeople enrolled (at least)
Wellcare Dual Liberty (HMO D-SNP)
H0174-006		45 counties6,900
Wellcare Giveback (HMO)
H0174-019		17 counties5,744
Wellcare Dual Liberty (HMO D-SNP)
H5294-010		45 counties4,932
Wellcare TexanPlus Classic Simple (HMO-POS)
H4506-003		2 counties3,705
Wellcare Giveback (HMO)
H0174-018		7 counties3,146
Wellcare Simple (HMO)
H5294-011		18 counties3,026
Wellcare Dual Access (HMO D-SNP)
H5294-015		98 counties2,246
Wellcare Simple (HMO)
H0174-010		2 counties1,504
Wellcare Assist (HMO)
H0174-009		22 counties1,491
Wellcare Simple Open (PPO)
H7323-012		20 counties1,308
Wellcare Giveback (HMO)
H0174-017		7 counties1,107
Wellcare Giveback (HMO)
H0174-020		5 counties886
Wellcare Assist (HMO)
H5294-016		30 counties687
Wellcare Simple Open (PPO)
H7323-007		21 counties655
Wellcare Dual Access (HMO D-SNP)
H0174-004		11 counties630
Wellcare TexanPlus Patriot Giveback (HMO-POS)
H4506-010		16 counties564
Wellcare Assist (HMO)
H5294-013		19 counties519
Wellcare Giveback (HMO)
H5294-019		23 counties493
Wellcare Giveback (HMO)
H0174-021		1 county413
Wellcare Simple Value (HMO-POS)
H4506-030		60 counties128
Wellcare Patriot Simple (HMO)
H5294-014		33 counties41
Wellcare Dual Reserve (HMO D-SNP)
H0174-022		12 countiesnot listed

Counties with Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) plans leaving

What to do if you have a Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) plan

  1. Read the notice from Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene). It names the plan that is ending and your options.
  2. Compare 2027 options before December 7, including other Medicare Advantage plans, or Original Medicare with a Medicare Supplement and a Part D drug plan.
  3. Check that your doctors, hospitals and prescriptions are covered by any plan you consider.
  4. Free, unbiased help: Texas HICAP (Health Information, Counseling and Advocacy Program) at 800-252-9240, or Medicare.gov, 1-800-MEDICARE.
Is my Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) plan ending in Texas?

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. Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) must notify you if your plan is not renewing.

When can I pick a new plan?

The Annual Enrollment Period runs October 15 to December 7, and new coverage starts January 1. People whose plan is not renewing generally get extra time afterward. 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.

Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) plan ending? 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.

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