Is my Medicare plan ending in Baton Rouge, LA?
Medicare plans are set by parish. Baton Rouge is in East Baton Rouge Parish, so the plans listed as leaving East Baton Rouge Parish for 2027 apply to Baton Rouge residents.
Quick answer for Baton Rouge
15 Medicare plans are from 7 companies listed in East Baton Rouge Parish for 2026 but not for 2027, covering at least 7,325 people enrolled today. If you live in Baton Rouge 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 East Baton Rouge Parish
| Company | Plans leaving | People enrolled (at least) |
|---|---|---|
| UnitedHealthcare | 5 | 4,790 |
| Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) | 3 | 1,203 |
| Humana | 1 | 1,028 |
| Louisiana Health Service & Indemnity Company | 1 | 138 |
| Anthem (Elevance Health) | 1 | 85 |
| Aetna (CVS Health) | 2 | 81 |
| Cigna HealthSpring (HCSC) | 2 | not listed |
Plans going away in East Baton Rouge Parish
| Plan going away | Company | People enrolled (at least) |
|---|---|---|
| Peoples Health Dual Complete LA-S5 (HMO-POS D-SNP) H1961-024 | UnitedHealthcare | 1,617 |
| Peoples Health Secure Health (HMO-POS D-SNP) H1961-003 | UnitedHealthcare | 1,485 |
| Peoples Health Secure Complete (HMO-POS D-SNP) H1961-019 | UnitedHealthcare | 1,365 |
| Humana Gold Plus H1951-058 (HMO) H1951-058 | Humana | 1,028 |
| Wellcare Simple (HMO-POS) H2491-029 | Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) | 488 |
| Wellcare Dual Liberty (HMO-POS D-SNP) H2491-032 | Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) | 384 |
| Wellcare Dual Access (HMO-POS D-SNP) H2491-033 | Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) | 331 |
| Peoples Health Patriot (PPO) H4544-002 | UnitedHealthcare | 198 |
| Blue adVantage Giveback (HMO-POS) H6453-020 | Louisiana Health Service & Indemnity Company | 138 |
| Peoples Health Choices (PPO) H4544-001 | UnitedHealthcare | 125 |
| Healthy Blue Dual Advantage (HMO D-SNP) H1947-001 | Anthem (Elevance Health) | 85 |
| Aetna Medicare Dual Care (PPO D-SNP) H5521-472 | Aetna (CVS Health) | 81 |
What to do if you live in Baton Rouge
- 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 Baton Rouge are covered by any plan you consider.
- Free, unbiased help: LaSHIP (Louisiana Senior Health Insurance Information Program) at 1-800-259-5300, or Medicare.gov, 1-800-MEDICARE.
Is my Medicare plan ending in Baton Rouge?
Medicare plans are offered by service area, usually parish by parish. 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 Baton Rouge?
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.
Baton Rouge 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.