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Wichita's 2027 Dual Special Needs Plans: who qualifies and when you can switch
People in Wichita can choose from 31 Medicare Advantage plans for 2027, against 37 this year. Eleven of this year’s plans are gone, 5 are new to Sedgwick County, and 16 that continue have changed their premium, deductible, plan type or name, 7 of them under a new name.
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Key takeaways
- Sedgwick County will have 5 Dual Special Needs Plans in 2027, offered by Centene (WellCare), Elevance Health (Anthem) and UnitedHealthcare.
- A D-SNP is only for people who have both Medicare and Medicaid; the Kansas Medicaid agency (KanCare) confirms whether you have full or partial dual eligibility.
- Dual-eligible members get an extra monthly chance to switch into an integrated D-SNP or move back to Original Medicare with a drug plan, on top of the Oct. 15 – Dec. 7, 2026 Annual Enrollment Period.
- Confirm your eligibility level and current enrollment rules with 1-800-MEDICARE or at medicare.gov before making a change.
WICHITA — For people in Sedgwick County who have both Medicare and Kansas Medicaid, the 2027 lineup of Dual Special Needs Plans (D-SNPs) is now set. Five D-SNPs will be offered in the county next year from three carriers, including one plan that is new and two that have been renamed. If you are "dual eligible," you also have more chances to change plans than most Medicare members — and that is worth knowing before the Dec. 7, 2026 fall deadline arrives.
What a D-SNP is, in plain terms
A Dual Special Needs Plan is a type of Medicare Advantage plan built for people who qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid. Every D-SNP includes prescription drug coverage, and plans coordinate with your Medicaid benefits so the two programs work together instead of in parallel.
D-SNPs are not the only Special Needs Plans in Sedgwick County. For 2027, the county will also have Chronic Condition SNPs (C-SNPs) for certain health conditions and Institutional SNPs (I-SNPs) for people who live in a nursing facility or need that level of care. Those are separate from D-SNPs and have their own eligibility rules.
The 2027 D-SNPs in Sedgwick County
Wichita is in Sedgwick County, where plan availability is set at the county level. For plan year 2027, five D-SNPs are being offered, from three carriers (listed alphabetically):
- Centene (WellCare) — Wellcare Sunflower Health Plan Dual Access (HMO-POS D-SNP); renamed from Wellcare Dual Access Sync
- Centene (WellCare) — Wellcare Sunflower Health Plan Dual Liberty Sync (HMO-POS D-SNP); renamed from Wellcare Dual Liberty Sync
- Elevance Health (Anthem) — Healthy Blue Full Dual Advantage (HMO D-SNP); new for 2027
- UnitedHealthcare — UHC Dual Complete KS-QV1 (HMO-POS D-SNP); renamed from UHC Dual Complete KS-Q1
- UnitedHealthcare — UHC Dual Complete KS-S001 (HMO-POS D-SNP)
The full plan table on this page lists each one. Premiums, copays, provider networks, drug lists and extra benefits vary by plan, so compare on the Medicare Plan Finder at medicare.gov or by calling 1-800-MEDICARE.
Who qualifies: full vs. partial dual eligibility
To join a D-SNP, you must be enrolled in Medicare (Parts A and B) and also qualify for Medicaid in Kansas. There are two broad categories:
- Full dual eligibility. You have Medicare and full Kansas Medicaid (KanCare) benefits. Medicaid may help pay your Medicare premiums and cost-sharing and also covers services Medicare does not, such as long-term services and supports.
- Partial dual eligibility. You have Medicare and qualify for one of the Medicare Savings Programs (such as QMB, SLMB or QI) that help pay Medicare premiums or cost-sharing, but you do not get full Medicaid benefits.
Different D-SNPs are designed for different categories. The Kansas Department of Health and Environment, which runs KanCare, is the office that confirms your eligibility level. Before enrolling, it is worth checking which category you are in, because that determines which D-SNPs you can join.
How often a dual-eligible person can change plans
Most people on Medicare can change plans during two set windows: the Annual Enrollment Period (Oct. 15 – Dec. 7, 2026, for coverage starting Jan. 1, 2027) and the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period (Jan. 1 – March 31, 2027).
People who have Medicaid or who qualify for Extra Help get additional opportunities through a Special Enrollment Period. Current CMS rules give full-benefit dual-eligible members a monthly chance to make certain changes — generally, enrolling in or switching to an integrated D-SNP aligned with their Medicaid plan, or dropping Medicare Advantage to return to Original Medicare with a stand-alone Part D plan. The specifics have changed in recent years, so confirm what applies to your situation by calling 1-800-MEDICARE (TTY 1-877-486-2048) before you act.
If you do nothing during the fall window, your current plan simply renews for 2027 — with any changes described in the Annual Notice of Change (ANOC) your plan mailed you in September.
How to confirm your eligibility and your options
A few straightforward steps:
1. Confirm your Medicaid status with KanCare. Your KanCare caseworker or the state Medicaid office can tell you whether you have full Medicaid or a Medicare Savings Program, and at what level. 2. Check your Medicare status. Log in at medicare.gov or call 1-800-MEDICARE to see your current plan and enrollment periods you qualify for. 3. Compare the D-SNPs available in Sedgwick County. Use the Medicare Plan Finder to look at the five D-SNPs side by side — drug coverage, network, extra benefits and cost-sharing. 4. Read the plan's own documents. The Evidence of Coverage and provider/pharmacy directory are the authoritative source for what a plan covers and who is in network.
A quick note on 2027 program figures
For 2027, CMS has confirmed the Part D out-of-pocket cap will be $2,400 (up from $2,100 in 2026) and the Part D maximum deductible will be $700 (up from $615 in 2026). The 2027 Part B standard premium, deductible and IRMAA income brackets have not yet been announced; CMS typically publishes those in the fall. These are program-level figures and are separate from what any individual D-SNP charges.
By the numbers
Medicare Part B premium, 2006–2026
The standard monthly Part B premium has climbed from $88.50 in 2006 to $202.90 in 2026. Hover any point for that year’s premium.
Source: CMS. Standard premium shown; in some hold-harmless years many existing enrollees paid less. Confirm at Medicare.gov.
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How people get Medicare in Sedgwick County
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MA penetration from CMS enrollment data; Medigap share is an estimate. U.S. average is about 54% Medicare Advantage. These are area-level figures, not plan-specific.
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Dual Special Needs Plans (D-SNP) in Sedgwick County for 2027
CMS lists 5 D-SNPs in Sedgwick County for 2027, alphabetically by carrier. A D-SNP is open to people who have both Medicare and Medicaid; the state Medicaid agency confirms the level of eligibility.
| Plan | Type | Drug coverage | For 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centene (WellCare) 2 plans | |||
| Wellcare Sunflower Health Plan Dual Access (HMO-POS D-SNP) | HMO-POS D-SNP | Yes | Renamed |
| Wellcare Sunflower Health Plan Dual Liberty Sync (HMO-POS D-SNP) | HMO-POS D-SNP | Yes | Renamed |
| Elevance Health (Anthem) 1 plan | |||
| Healthy Blue Full Dual Advantage (HMO D-SNP) | HMO D-SNP | Yes | New |
| UnitedHealthcare 2 plans | |||
| UHC Dual Complete KS-QV1 (HMO-POS D-SNP) | HMO-POS D-SNP | Yes | Renamed |
| UHC Dual Complete KS-S001 (HMO-POS D-SNP) | HMO-POS D-SNP | Yes | Returning |
Source: CMS Medicare Advantage Landscape Source Files, plan years 2026 and 2027. Plan availability is set at the county level. No plan is ranked or recommended; premiums, benefits, networks and star ratings are not shown. Plan details come from the Medicare Plan Finder at medicare.gov or the plan itself.
The 2027 choices, by type
HMO, PPO and Special Needs Plans in Sedgwick County for 2027
- Aetna (CVS Health) 7 plans: HMO, HMO-POS, PPO
- Centene (WellCare) 3 plans: HMO-POS
- Elevance Health (Anthem) 1 plan: HMO
- Humana 10 plans: HMO-POS, PFFS, PPO
- Kansas Health Advantage 2 plans: HMO
- UnitedHealthcare 8 plans: HMO-POS, PPO
HMO plans use a network and usually a primary-care doctor and referrals; HMO-POS plans add some out-of-network coverage; PPO plans also cover out-of-network care, at a higher share; PFFS plans pay any provider that accepts the plan’s terms. Special Needs Plans serve people with Medicare and Medicaid (D-SNP), certain chronic conditions (C-SNP) or living in an institution (I-SNP).
Source: CMS Medicare Advantage Landscape Source Files, plan years 2026 and 2027. Plan availability is set at the county level. No plan is ranked or recommended; premiums, benefits, networks and star ratings are not shown. Plan details come from the Medicare Plan Finder at medicare.gov or the plan itself.
Key dates
Medicare enrollment periods at a glance
- Around your 65thInitial Enrollment PeriodA 7-month window around the month you turn 65 — your first chance to sign up.
- October 15 – December 7Annual Enrollment PeriodAnyone with Medicare can join, switch, or drop a Medicare Advantage or Part D plan.
- January 1 – March 31Medicare Advantage Open EnrollmentIf you're already in a Medicare Advantage plan, you can make one change.
- January 1 – March 31General Enrollment PeriodFor people who missed their first chance to sign up for Part B.
- VariesSpecial Enrollment PeriodTriggered by life events like moving or losing other coverage.
Dates are set by Medicare and apply nationwide. Confirm your personal windows at Medicare.gov or 1-800-MEDICARE.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I have to join a D-SNP if I have both Medicare and Medicaid?
What happens if I lose my Medicaid eligibility while in a D-SNP?
Can I switch D-SNPs in the middle of the year?
Where can I see every Medicare Advantage plan in the county, not just D-SNPs?
- CMS — MA Landscape Source File (plan-level availability by county)
- CMS — MA Landscape Source Files, current and coming plan year (year-over-year comparison)
- CMS — Medicare enrollment periods (medicare.gov)
For personalized answers, contact Medicare.gov or 1-800-MEDICARE.
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