Is my Medicare plan ending in State College, PA?
Medicare plans are set by county. State College is in Centre County, so the plans listed as leaving Centre County for 2027 apply to State College residents.
Quick answer for State College
14 Medicare plans are from 7 companies listed in Centre County for 2026 but not for 2027, covering at least 298 people enrolled today. If you live in State College 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 Centre County
| Company | Plans leaving | People enrolled (at least) |
|---|---|---|
| Highmark Health | 3 | 149 |
| UPMC Health System | 1 | 119 |
| CAPITAL BLUE CROSS | 1 | 18 |
| Humana | 2 | 12 |
| Aetna (CVS Health) | 3 | not listed |
| Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) | 2 | not listed |
| Cigna HealthSpring (HCSC) | 2 | not listed |
Plans going away in Centre County
| Plan going away | Company | People enrolled (at least) |
|---|---|---|
| Complete Blue PPO Merit (PPO) H3916-066 | Highmark Health | 149 |
| UPMC for Life Complete Care (HMO D-SNP) H4279-001 | UPMC Health System | 119 |
| Capital Blue Cross Value (HMO) H3962-004 | CAPITAL BLUE CROSS | 18 |
| Humana Gold Choice H8145-055 (PFFS) H8145-055 | Humana | 12 |
| Aetna Community HealthChoices (HMO D-SNP) H3959-072 | Aetna (CVS Health) | 10 or fewer |
| Aetna Medicare Enhanced (PPO) H5521-122 | Aetna (CVS Health) | 10 or fewer |
| Humana Gold Choice H8145-163 (PFFS) H8145-163 | Humana | 10 or fewer |
| Wellcare Assist (HMO-POS) H2915-011 | Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) | 10 or fewer |
| Wellcare Patriot Giveback (HMO-POS) H2915-013 | Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) | 10 or fewer |
What to do if you live in State College
- 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 State College are covered by any plan you consider.
- Free, unbiased help: PA MEDI (Pennsylvania Medicare Education and Decision Insight, formerly APPRISE) at 1-800-783-7067, or Medicare.gov, 1-800-MEDICARE.
Is my Medicare plan ending in State College?
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 State College?
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.
State College 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.