Is my Medicare plan ending in West Des Moines, IA?
Medicare plans are set by county. West Des Moines is in Polk County, so the plans listed as leaving Polk County for 2027 apply to West Des Moines residents.
Quick answer for West Des Moines
13 Medicare plans are from 7 companies listed in Polk County for 2026 but not for 2027, covering at least 10,104 people enrolled today. If you live in West Des Moines 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 Polk County
| Company | Plans leaving | People enrolled (at least) |
|---|---|---|
| UnitedHealthcare | 2 | 4,658 |
| Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Ins. | 2 | 4,272 |
| Molina Healthcare | 1 | 336 |
| Anthem (Elevance Health) | 1 | 330 |
| Humana | 3 | 319 |
| Aetna (CVS Health) | 2 | 189 |
| Cigna HealthSpring (HCSC) | 2 | not listed |
Plans going away in Polk County
| Plan going away | Company | People enrolled (at least) |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Medicare Advantage PPO (PPO) H5900-001 | Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Ins. | 4,256 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC IA-1 (HMO-POS) H5253-209 | UnitedHealthcare | 4,121 |
| UHC Complete Care IA-5 (HMO-POS C-SNP) H5253-180 | UnitedHealthcare | 537 |
| Molina Medicare Complete Care (HMO D-SNP) H1799-004 | Molina Healthcare | 336 |
| Wellpoint Full Dual Advantage (HMO-POS D-SNP) H0907-001 | Anthem (Elevance Health) | 330 |
| Humana Full Access H5216-411 (PPO) H5216-411 | Humana | 319 |
| Aetna Medicare Elite (PPO) H1608-037 | Aetna (CVS Health) | 189 |
| Blue Medicare Advantage Valor PPO (PPO) H5900-006 | Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Ins. | 16 |
| Humana Together in Health (PPO I-SNP) H5216-413 | Humana | 10 or fewer |
| Humana Together in Health Select (PPO I-SNP) H5216-453 | Humana | 10 or fewer |
What to do if you live in West Des Moines
- 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 West Des Moines 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 West Des Moines?
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 West Des Moines?
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.
West Des Moines 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.
Call 855-367-1095 Open 8 AM-10 PM Eastern timeMore for West Des Moines: West Des Moines health insurance · Polk County · All Iowa plans ending for 2027 · West Des Moines population 72,205 (Census Bureau).
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.