Is my Medicare plan ending in Topeka, KS?
Medicare plans are set by county. Topeka is in Shawnee County, so the plans listed as leaving Shawnee County for 2027 apply to Topeka residents.
Quick answer for Topeka
6 Medicare plans are from 4 companies listed in Shawnee County for 2026 but not for 2027, covering at least 454 people enrolled today. If you live in Topeka 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 Shawnee County
| Company | Plans leaving | People enrolled (at least) |
|---|---|---|
| Anthem (Elevance Health) | 1 | 339 |
| Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) | 3 | 59 |
| UnitedHealthcare | 1 | 56 |
| Cigna HealthSpring (HCSC) | 1 | not listed |
Plans going away in Shawnee County
| Plan going away | Company | People enrolled (at least) |
|---|---|---|
| Healthy Blue Full Dual Advantage (HMO D-SNP) H6316-005 | Anthem (Elevance Health) | 339 |
| UHC Dual Complete KS-S002 (HMO-POS D-SNP) H5322-029 | UnitedHealthcare | 56 |
| Wellcare Simple Open (PPO) H9387-001 | Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) | 25 |
| Wellcare Dual Access Sync Open (PPO D-SNP) H9387-004 | Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) | 19 |
| Wellcare Patriot Giveback Open (PPO) H9387-002 | Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) | 15 |
What to do if you live in Topeka
- 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 Topeka are covered by any plan you consider.
- Free, unbiased help: SHICK (Senior Health Insurance Counseling for Kansas) at 1-800-860-5260, or Medicare.gov, 1-800-MEDICARE.
Is my Medicare plan ending in Topeka?
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 Topeka?
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.
Topeka 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.