Is my Medicare plan ending in Surprise, AZ?
Medicare plans are set by county. Surprise is in Maricopa County, so the plans listed as leaving Maricopa County for 2027 apply to Surprise residents.
Quick answer for Surprise
15 Medicare plans are from 6 companies listed in Maricopa County for 2026 but not for 2027, covering at least 24,990 people enrolled today. If you live in Surprise 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 Maricopa County
| Company | Plans leaving | People enrolled (at least) |
|---|---|---|
| Cigna HealthSpring (HCSC) | 3 | 11,078 |
| Aetna (CVS Health) | 5 | 7,151 |
| Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) | 4 | 5,428 |
| SCAN Group | 1 | 1,028 |
| Eternal Health of Delaware | 1 | 242 |
| Anthem (Elevance Health) | 1 | 63 |
Plans going away in Maricopa County
| Plan going away | Company | People enrolled (at least) |
|---|---|---|
| HealthSpring Preferred (HMO) H0354-001 | Cigna HealthSpring (HCSC) | 11,078 |
| Wellcare Dual Liberty Sync (HMO D-SNP) H5590-008 | Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) | 4,338 |
| Aetna Medicare Prime Extra (HMO) H3931-092 | Aetna (CVS Health) | 3,104 |
| Aetna Medicare Signature Extra (HMO) H3931-129 | Aetna (CVS Health) | 1,965 |
| Aetna Medicare Elite (PPO) H5521-363 | Aetna (CVS Health) | 1,090 |
| SCAN Strive (HMO C-SNP) H1822-006 | SCAN Group | 1,028 |
| Aetna Medicare Prime (HMO) H4835-001 | Aetna (CVS Health) | 702 |
| Wellcare Giveback (HMO) H0351-064 | Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) | 692 |
| Wellcare Simple Value (HMO) H0351-065 | Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) | 398 |
| Aetna Medicare Prime Chronic Care (HMO C-SNP) H3931-188 | Aetna (CVS Health) | 290 |
| eternalHealth Grand Give Back (HMO) H3551-002 | Eternal Health of Delaware | 242 |
| Wellpoint I CareMore Home Care (HMO I-SNP) H1423-008 | Anthem (Elevance Health) | 63 |
| Wellcare Arizona Complete Health Dual Align (HMO D-SNP) H5590-010 | Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) | 10 or fewer |
What to do if you live in Surprise
- 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 Surprise are covered by any plan you consider.
- Free, unbiased help: Arizona State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) at 1-800-432-4040, or Medicare.gov, 1-800-MEDICARE.
Is my Medicare plan ending in Surprise?
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 Surprise?
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.
Surprise 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.