Is my Medicare plan ending in Athens, GA?
Medicare plans are set by county. Athens is in Clarke County, so the plans listed as leaving Clarke County for 2027 apply to Athens residents.
Quick answer for Athens
13 Medicare plans are from 7 companies listed in Clarke County for 2026 but not for 2027, covering at least 403 people enrolled today. If you live in Athens 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 Clarke County
| Company | Plans leaving | People enrolled (at least) |
|---|---|---|
| UnitedHealthcare | 1 | 185 |
| Anthem (Elevance Health) | 3 | 126 |
| Aetna (CVS Health) | 1 | 92 |
| Cigna HealthSpring (HCSC) | 3 | not listed |
| CareSource | 2 | not listed |
| Group 1001 | 2 | not listed |
| Humana | 1 | not listed |
Plans going away in Clarke County
| Plan going away | Company | People enrolled (at least) |
|---|---|---|
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC GA-5 (HMO-POS) H5322-047 | UnitedHealthcare | 185 |
| Aetna Medicare Signature (HMO) H5302-023 | Aetna (CVS Health) | 92 |
| Anthem Medicare Advantage (HMO-POS) H5422-011 | Anthem (Elevance Health) | 79 |
| Anthem Extra Help (HMO-POS) H5422-013 | Anthem (Elevance Health) | 31 |
| Anthem Medicare Advantage 2 (PPO) H4036-030 | Anthem (Elevance Health) | 16 |
| CareSource Dual Advantage (HMO D-SNP) H8390-015 | CareSource | 10 or fewer |
| CareSource Dual Advantage Plus (HMO D-SNP) H8390-017 | CareSource | 10 or fewer |
| Clear Spring Health BrightPath Advantage (HMO) H6672-005 | Group 1001 | not listed |
| Clear Spring Health BrightPath Advantage (PPO) H9589-003 | Group 1001 | not listed |
| HealthSpring Preferred Plus (HMO) H0439-006 | Cigna HealthSpring (HCSC) | 10 or fewer |
| Humana Gold Plus SNP-DE H4141-025 (HMO D-SNP) H4141-025 | Humana | 10 or fewer |
What to do if you live in Athens
- 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 Athens are covered by any plan you consider.
- Free, unbiased help: GeorgiaCares at 1-866-552-4464, or Medicare.gov, 1-800-MEDICARE.
Is my Medicare plan ending in Athens?
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 Athens?
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.
Athens 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.