Is my Medicare plan ending in Lake Charles, LA?
Medicare plans are set by parish. Lake Charles is in Calcasieu Parish, so the plans listed as leaving Calcasieu Parish for 2027 apply to Lake Charles residents.
Quick answer for Lake Charles
14 Medicare plans are from 5 companies listed in Calcasieu Parish for 2026 but not for 2027, covering at least 4,376 people enrolled today. If you live in Lake Charles 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 Calcasieu Parish
| Company | Plans leaving | People enrolled (at least) |
|---|---|---|
| Aetna (CVS Health) | 5 | 3,057 |
| UnitedHealthcare | 5 | 1,190 |
| Louisiana Health Service & Indemnity Company | 1 | 77 |
| Anthem (Elevance Health) | 1 | 52 |
| Cigna HealthSpring (HCSC) | 2 | not listed |
Plans going away in Calcasieu Parish
| Plan going away | Company | People enrolled (at least) |
|---|---|---|
| Aetna Medicare Signature Plus (PPO) H5521-233 | Aetna (CVS Health) | 1,918 |
| Aetna Medicare Value Care (PPO) H5521-326 | Aetna (CVS Health) | 565 |
| Aetna Medicare Dual Extra Care (HMO D-SNP) H3239-007 | Aetna (CVS Health) | 439 |
| Peoples Health Secure Health (HMO-POS D-SNP) H1961-003 | UnitedHealthcare | 370 |
| Peoples Health Dual Complete LA-S5 (HMO-POS D-SNP) H1961-024 | UnitedHealthcare | 294 |
| Peoples Health Secure Complete (HMO-POS D-SNP) H1961-019 | UnitedHealthcare | 275 |
| Peoples Health Patriot (PPO) H4544-002 | UnitedHealthcare | 137 |
| Aetna Medicare Dual Care (PPO D-SNP) H5521-472 | Aetna (CVS Health) | 135 |
| Peoples Health Choices (PPO) H4544-001 | UnitedHealthcare | 114 |
| Blue adVantage Giveback (HMO-POS) H6453-020 | Louisiana Health Service & Indemnity Company | 77 |
| Healthy Blue Dual Advantage (HMO D-SNP) H1947-001 | Anthem (Elevance Health) | 52 |
What to do if you live in Lake Charles
- 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 Lake Charles 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 Lake Charles?
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 Lake Charles?
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.
Lake Charles 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.