Is my Medicare plan ending in Ames, IA?
Medicare plans are set by county. Ames is in Story County, so the plans listed as leaving Story County for 2027 apply to Ames residents.
Quick answer for Ames
20 Medicare plans are from 6 companies listed in Story County for 2026 but not for 2027, covering at least 2,600 people enrolled today. If you live in Ames 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 Story County
| Company | Plans leaving | People enrolled (at least) |
|---|---|---|
| UnitedHealthcare | 2 | 733 |
| Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Ins. | 2 | 719 |
| Aetna (CVS Health) | 9 | 628 |
| Humana | 4 | 483 |
| Anthem (Elevance Health) | 1 | 37 |
| Cigna HealthSpring (HCSC) | 2 | not listed |
Plans going away in Story County
| Plan going away | Company | People enrolled (at least) |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Medicare Advantage PPO (PPO) H5900-001 | Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Ins. | 719 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC IA-1 (HMO-POS) H5253-209 | UnitedHealthcare | 681 |
| Humana Gold Plus H0028-053 (HMO) H0028-053 | Humana | 383 |
| Aetna Medicare Signature (HMO-POS) H1609-001 | Aetna (CVS Health) | 265 |
| Aetna Medicare Signature (PPO) H1608-001 | Aetna (CVS Health) | 211 |
| Humana Full Access H5216-411 (PPO) H5216-411 | Humana | 100 |
| Aetna Medicare Dual Care (HMO D-SNP) H5593-001 | Aetna (CVS Health) | 63 |
| UHC Complete Care IA-5 (HMO-POS C-SNP) H5253-180 | UnitedHealthcare | 52 |
| Aetna Medicare Value Care (HMO-POS) H1609-068 | Aetna (CVS Health) | 46 |
| Aetna Medicare Signature Extra (HMO-POS) H1609-069 | Aetna (CVS Health) | 43 |
| Wellpoint Full Dual Advantage (HMO-POS D-SNP) H0907-001 | Anthem (Elevance Health) | 37 |
| Aetna Medicare Eagle (HMO-POS) H1609-058 | Aetna (CVS Health) | 10 or fewer |
| Aetna Medicare Elite (PPO) H1608-037 | Aetna (CVS Health) | 10 or fewer |
| Aetna Medicare Enhanced Extra (PPO) H1608-117 | Aetna (CVS Health) | 10 or fewer |
| Blue Medicare Advantage Valor PPO (PPO) H5900-006 | Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Ins. | 10 or fewer |
See all 17 plans leaving Story County →
What to do if you live in Ames
- 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 Ames are covered by any plan you consider.
- Free, unbiased help: Iowa SHIIP (Senior Health Insurance Information Program) at 800-351-4664, or Medicare.gov, 1-800-MEDICARE.
Is my Medicare plan ending in Ames?
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 Ames?
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.
Ames 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.