Anthem (Elevance Health) Medicare plans ending in California for 2027
Which Anthem (Elevance Health) plans are listed as leaving California, where, and what to do next.
Quick answer
10 Anthem (Elevance Health) plans are listed in California for 2026 but not for 2027, in 31 counties, covering at least 25,105 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.
Anthem (Elevance Health) plans leaving California
| Plan going away | Where | People enrolled (at least) |
|---|---|---|
| Anthem Prime (HMO-POS) H4161-004 | 2 counties | 8,195 |
| Anthem Prime (HMO-POS) H4161-005 | 2 counties | 1,169 |
| Anthem Medicare Advantage (HMO-POS) H0544-064 | 2 counties | 2,290 |
| Anthem Select (HMO-POS) H0544-098 | 1 county | 269 |
| Anthem Dual Advantage 2 (PPO D-SNP) H4704-002 | 8 counties | 6,525 |
| Anthem Prime (HMO-POS) H4161-010 | 1 county | 2,863 |
| Anthem Dual Advantage (PPO D-SNP) H4704-001 | 7 counties | 1,272 |
| Anthem Kidney Care (PPO C-SNP) H8552-028 | 12 counties | 1,066 |
| Anthem Medicare Advantage (HMO-POS) H0544-108 | 1 county | 955 |
| Anthem Medicare Advantage (HMO-POS) H0544-095 | 1 county | 501 |
Counties with Anthem (Elevance Health) plans leaving
- Sacramento County · 8,277
- Santa Clara County · 3,818
- Yolo County · 2,208
- Butte County · 1,622
- Alameda County · 1,323
- Shasta County · 1,021
- Solano County · 914
- Sonoma County · 860
- El Dorado County · 725
- San Joaquin County · 692
- Tehama County · 620
- Yuba County · 614
- Sutter County · 559
- Napa County · 315
- Tuolumne County · 208
- San Diego County · 183
- Calaveras County · 182
- Fresno County · 164
- Ventura County · 141
- Kern County · 136
- Amador County · 94
- Monterey County · 93
- Tulare County · 81
- Merced County · 78
- Kings County · 50
- Inyo County · 45
- Stanislaus County · 36
- Mono County · 18
- Madera County · 16
- San Luis Obispo County · 12
- Alpine County
What to do if you have a Anthem (Elevance Health) plan
- Read the notice from Anthem (Elevance Health). It names the plan that is ending and your options.
- Compare 2027 options before December 7, including other Medicare Advantage plans, or Original Medicare with a Medicare Supplement and a Part D drug plan.
- Check that your doctors, hospitals and prescriptions are covered by any plan you consider.
- Free, unbiased help: California HICAP (Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program) at 800-434-0222, or Medicare.gov, 1-800-MEDICARE.
Is my Anthem (Elevance Health) plan ending in California?
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. Anthem (Elevance Health) 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.
Anthem (Elevance Health) 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.
Call 855-367-1095 Open 8 AM-10 PM Eastern timeSource: 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.