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Kansas City's 2027 Medicare Advantage map: one carrier out, 12 plans in
Jackson County has 65 Medicare Advantage plans for 2027. Compared with 2026, 11 plans are not coming back, 12 are new, and 36 continuing plans changed in some way you should check before December 7, 16 of them under a new name. This guide covers what those numbers mean for Kansas City, not which plan to pick.
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Key takeaways
- In Jackson County, which includes most of Kansas City, 12 Medicare Advantage plans are new for 2027, 11 are leaving, and Blue Cross Blue Shield (HCSC) is exiting the local Advantage market.
- If your plan is leaving, Medicare gives you a Special Enrollment Period from December 8, 2026 through the end of February 2027 to choose a new Advantage or Part D plan.
- The Annual Enrollment Period runs October 15 – December 7, 2026; changes take effect January 1, 2027, and if you do nothing, your current plan renews with the changes listed in its Annual Notice of Change.
- For 2027, CMS has confirmed the Part D out-of-pocket cap rises to $2,400 and the Part D maximum deductible rises to $700; the 2027 Part B figures will be announced later in the fall.
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — As the Annual Enrollment Period opens on October 15, 2026, the Medicare Advantage menu in Jackson County is shifting in a few notable ways for 2027: a dozen plans are new, 11 are leaving, and one carrier — Blue Cross Blue Shield (HCSC) — will not be offering Advantage plans here next year. The window to make a change for January 1, 2027 coverage closes December 7, 2026.
What the 2027 lineup looks like in Jackson County
Kansas City sits in Jackson County, where CMS counts 64 Medicare Advantage plans from 9 carriers for the current plan year. The mix leans toward PPO (23) and HMO (21), with 18 HMO-POS plans and 2 PFFS plans. Of those, 28 are Special Needs Plans — designed for people who are dual-eligible for Medicare and Medicaid, live with certain chronic conditions, or live in an institutional setting. All 64 include prescription drug coverage.
The nine carriers currently selling Advantage plans in the county are Aetna (CVS Health), American Health Advantage of Missouri, Blue Cross Blue Shield (HCSC), Centene (WellCare), Devoted Health, Humana, NHC Advantage, Provider Partners Health Plans, and UnitedHealthcare. The table below lists every plan by carrier and type.
What's new for 2027
Twelve plans join the Jackson County menu for 2027. Aetna (CVS Health) adds four: Aetna Medicare Enhanced (HMO-POS), Aetna Medicare Full Dual Extra Care (HMO D-SNP), Aetna Medicare Longevity (HMO I-SNP), and Aetna Medicare Signature (PPO). Devoted Health adds four PPO options: DEVOTED C-SNP CHOICE GIVEBACK EXTRAS 026 MO (PPO C-SNP), DEVOTED CHOICE 001 MO (PPO), DEVOTED CHOICE GIVEBACK 002 MO (PPO), and DEVOTED CHOICE GIVEBACK EXTRAS 005 MO (PPO). Provider Partners Health Plans returns two institutional SNPs — Provider Partners Missouri Community Plan (HMO I-SNP) and Provider Partners Missouri Essential Plan (HMO I-SNP). UnitedHealthcare adds UHC Dual Advantage MO-V1 (HMO-POS D-SNP) and UHC Dual Complete MO-S3 (HMO-POS D-SNP).
New plans mean new plan documents. Read the Summary of Benefits and check your doctors, hospitals and prescriptions before enrolling.
What's not coming back
Eleven plans are leaving the Jackson County market after 2026:
- Aetna Medicare Signature Extra (HMO-POS) — Aetna (CVS Health)
- HealthSpring Preferred (HMO) — Blue Cross Blue Shield (HCSC)
- HealthSpring Preferred Savings (HMO) — Blue Cross Blue Shield (HCSC)
- HealthSpring True Choice (PPO) — Blue Cross Blue Shield (HCSC)
- Provider Partners Missouri Community Plan (HMO I-SNP) — Provider Partners Health Plans
- Provider Partners Missouri Essential Plan (HMO I-SNP) — Provider Partners Health Plans
- UHC Complete Care AM-1 (Regional PPO C-SNP) — UnitedHealthcare
- UHC Complete Care Support AM-1A (Regional PPO C-SNP) — UnitedHealthcare
- UHC Dual Complete MO-S3 (HMO-POS D-SNP) — UnitedHealthcare
- UHC Dual Complete MO-V001 (HMO-POS D-SNP) — UnitedHealthcare
- UHC Medicare Advantage AM-0002 (Regional PPO) — UnitedHealthcare
Blue Cross Blue Shield (HCSC) is leaving the Advantage market in the county entirely; its three HealthSpring plans account for the carrier exit. If you are enrolled in any plan on this list, you will get a non-renewal notice from your insurer. You will not lose Medicare — but your Advantage plan will not exist for 2027, so you'll need to pick something else or return to Original Medicare.
If your plan is leaving: your Special Enrollment Period
When a plan is non-renewed, CMS gives affected members a Special Enrollment Period that runs from December 8, 2026 through the end of February 2027. During that window you can join a different Medicare Advantage plan, or go back to Original Medicare and add a stand-alone Part D plan. You can also use the regular Annual Enrollment Period (October 15 – December 7, 2026) to choose a 2027 plan ahead of time.
If you want to pair Original Medicare with a Medigap policy, be aware that Medigap guaranteed-issue rights in this situation are limited and time-sensitive. Call 1-800-MEDICARE for the specifics that apply to you.
Renamed and continuing plans
CMS counts 16 plans with a name change for 2027, 20 plans with a change to premium, deductible, type or name, and 37 plans continuing without those changes. A rename is not a new plan — it is the same contract with a different label. For example, Aetna Medicare Signature (PPO) is now Aetna Medicare Signature Classic (PPO); several Humana plans drop their contract-number suffixes; and the Wellcare "Dual Access" and "Dual Reserve" plans are now branded "Wellcare Home State Health Dual Access" and "Wellcare Home State Health Dual Reserve."
Whether your plan is continuing, renamed or changing, the single most important document to read is your Annual Notice of Change (ANOC). It arrives by the end of September and spells out what is different for 2027.
What is confirmed for 2027 — and what isn't
CMS has confirmed a few program-level numbers for the 2027 plan year:
- Part D out-of-pocket cap: $2,400 in 2027 (up from $2,100 in 2026).
- Part D maximum deductible: $700 in 2027 (up from $615 in 2026).
- Part D national base beneficiary premium: $41.33 for 2027. This is a formula input, not what any particular plan charges.
The 2027 Part B standard premium and deductible, and the 2027 IRMAA income brackets, have not yet been announced. CMS typically publishes them in the fall, usually in November.
How to compare before December 7
The Medicare Plan Finder at medicare.gov is the official tool for comparing 2027 plans in your ZIP code. You can enter your prescriptions, your preferred pharmacy and your doctors, and see each plan's premium, deductible, drug costs and star rating side by side. For personalized help, call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227), 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
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.
By the numbers
How people get Medicare in Jackson County
(MA penetration in Jackson County)
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.
Plan availability
Medicare Advantage plans available in Jackson County for 2026
Kansas City is in Jackson County. CMS lists 64 Medicare Advantage plans from 9 carriers there for 2026, shown alphabetically by carrier. This is availability, not a comparison: premiums, benefits, networks and star ratings are not shown. Plan details come from the Medicare Plan Finder at medicare.gov or the plan itself.
| Plan | Type | Drug coverage | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aetna (CVS Health) 8 plans | |||
| Aetna Medicare Chronic Care (HMO C-SNP) | HMO C-SNP | Yes | Offered |
| Aetna Medicare Dual Care (HMO D-SNP) | HMO D-SNP | Yes | Offered |
| Aetna Medicare Eagle (HMO-POS) | HMO-POS | Yes | Offered |
| Aetna Medicare Full Dual Care (HMO D-SNP) | HMO D-SNP | Yes | Offered |
| Aetna Medicare Signature (HMO-POS) | HMO-POS | Yes | Offered |
| Aetna Medicare Signature Classic (PPO) | PPO | Yes | Renamed for 2027 |
| Aetna Medicare Signature Extra (HMO-POS) | HMO-POS | Yes | Not offered for 2027 |
| Aetna Medicare Value Plus (HMO) | HMO | Yes | Offered |
| American Health Advantage of Missouri 2 plans | |||
| American Health Advantage of Missouri (HMO I-SNP) | HMO I-SNP | Yes | Offered |
| American Health Advantage of Missouri Choice (HMO I-SNP) | HMO I-SNP | Yes | Offered |
| Blue Cross Blue Shield (HCSC) 3 plans | |||
| HealthSpring Preferred (HMO) | HMO | Yes | Not offered for 2027 |
| HealthSpring Preferred Savings (HMO) | HMO | Yes | Not offered for 2027 |
| HealthSpring True Choice (PPO) | PPO | Yes | Not offered for 2027 |
| Centene (WellCare) 6 plans | |||
| Wellcare Home State Health Dual Access (HMO-POS D-SNP) | HMO-POS D-SNP | Yes | Renamed for 2027 |
| Wellcare Home State Health Dual Access Open (PPO D-SNP) | PPO D-SNP | Yes | Renamed for 2027 |
| Wellcare Home State Health Dual Reserve (HMO-POS D-SNP) | HMO-POS D-SNP | Yes | Renamed for 2027 |
| Wellcare Patriot Giveback Open (PPO) | PPO | Yes | Offered |
| Wellcare Simple (HMO-POS) | HMO-POS | Yes | Offered |
| Wellcare Simple Open (PPO) | PPO | Yes | Offered |
| Devoted Health 7 plans | |||
| DEVOTED C-SNP ENHANCED 013 MO (HMO C-SNP) | HMO C-SNP | Yes | Renamed for 2027 |
| DEVOTED C-SNP PLUS 016 MO (HMO C-SNP) | HMO C-SNP | Yes | Offered |
| DEVOTED CORE 003 MO (HMO) | HMO | Yes | Offered |
| DEVOTED DUAL 008 MO (HMO D-SNP) | HMO D-SNP | Yes | Offered |
| DEVOTED DUAL FULL 011 MO (HMO D-SNP) | HMO D-SNP | Yes | Offered |
| DEVOTED DUAL PLUS 007 MO (HMO D-SNP) | HMO D-SNP | Yes | Offered |
| DEVOTED GIVEBACK 004 MO (HMO) | HMO | Yes | Offered |
| Humana 17 plans | |||
| Humana Essentials Plus Giveback (PPO) | PPO | Yes | Renamed for 2027 |
| Humana Essentials Plus Giveback (PPO) | PPO | Yes | Renamed for 2027 |
| Humana Gold Choice H8145-006 (PFFS) | PFFS | Yes | Offered |
| Humana Gold Choice H8145-126 (PFFS) | PFFS | Yes | Offered |
| Humana Gold Plus H0028-017 (HMO) | HMO | Yes | Offered |
| Humana Gold Plus SNP-DE H0028-015 (HMO-POS D-SNP) | HMO-POS D-SNP | Yes | Offered |
| Humana Gold Plus SNP-DE H4461-044 (HMO-POS D-SNP) | HMO-POS D-SNP | Yes | Offered |
| Humana Total Complete (HMO-POS) | HMO-POS | Yes | Renamed for 2027 |
| Humana Total Complete Giveback (HMO-POS) | HMO-POS | Yes | Renamed for 2027 |
| Humana Total Complete Giveback (HMO-POS) | HMO-POS | Yes | Renamed for 2027 |
| Humana USAA Honor Giveback (PPO) | PPO | Yes | Offered |
| Humana USAA Honor Giveback (PPO) | PPO | Yes | Offered |
| Humana USAA Honor Giveback (Regional PPO) | PPO | Yes | Offered |
| Humana Value Choice (PPO) | PPO | Yes | Renamed for 2027 |
| Humana Value Choice (PPO) | PPO | Yes | Renamed for 2027 |
| HumanaChoice H5216-032 (PPO) | PPO | Yes | Offered |
| HumanaChoice R1532-002 (Regional PPO) | PPO | Yes | Offered |
| NHC Advantage 2 plans | |||
| NHC Advantage (HMO I-SNP) | HMO I-SNP | Yes | Offered |
| Senior Care (HMO I-SNP) | HMO I-SNP | Yes | Offered |
| Provider Partners Health Plans 3 plans | |||
| Provider Partners Missouri Advantage Plan (HMO I-SNP) | HMO I-SNP | Yes | Offered |
| Provider Partners Missouri Community Plan (HMO I-SNP) | HMO I-SNP | Yes | Not offered for 2027 |
| Provider Partners Missouri Essential Plan (HMO I-SNP) | HMO I-SNP | Yes | Not offered for 2027 |
| UnitedHealthcare 16 plans | |||
| AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC KC-6 (HMO-POS) | HMO-POS | Yes | Offered |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Extras from UHC KC-2 (HMO-POS) | HMO-POS | Yes | Offered |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC KC-0003 (HMO-POS) | HMO-POS | Yes | Offered |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC KC-4 (PPO) | PPO | Yes | Renamed for 2027 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC KC-5 (PPO) | PPO | Yes | Renamed for 2027 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx KS-MA01 (PPO) | PPO | Yes | Offered |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx KS-MA2 (HMO-POS) | HMO-POS | Yes | Offered |
| UHC Complete Care AM-1 (Regional PPO C-SNP) | PPO C-SNP | Yes | Not offered for 2027 |
| UHC Complete Care MO-1 (PPO C-SNP) | PPO C-SNP | Yes | Offered |
| UHC Complete Care Support AM-1A (Regional PPO C-SNP) | PPO C-SNP | Yes | Not offered for 2027 |
| UHC Dual Complete MO-Q1 (HMO-POS D-SNP) | HMO-POS D-SNP | Yes | Renamed for 2027 |
| UHC Dual Complete MO-Q2 (PPO D-SNP) | PPO D-SNP | Yes | Renamed for 2027 |
| UHC Dual Complete MO-S3 (HMO-POS D-SNP) | HMO-POS D-SNP | Yes | Not offered for 2027 |
| UHC Dual Complete MO-V001 (HMO-POS D-SNP) | HMO-POS D-SNP | Yes | Not offered for 2027 |
| UHC Medicare Advantage AM-0002 (Regional PPO) | PPO | Yes | Not offered for 2027 |
| UHC Nursing Home Plan MO-F001 (PPO I-SNP) | PPO I-SNP | Yes | Offered |
New for 2027 (not offered for 2026)
| Plan | Carrier | Type | Drug coverage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aetna Medicare Enhanced (HMO-POS) | Aetna (CVS Health) | HMO-POS | Yes |
| Aetna Medicare Full Dual Extra Care (HMO D-SNP) | Aetna (CVS Health) | HMO D-SNP | Yes |
| Aetna Medicare Longevity (HMO I-SNP) | Aetna (CVS Health) | HMO I-SNP | Yes |
| Aetna Medicare Signature (PPO) | Aetna (CVS Health) | PPO | Yes |
| DEVOTED C-SNP CHOICE GIVEBACK EXTRAS 026 MO (PPO C-SNP) | Devoted Health | PPO C-SNP | Yes |
| DEVOTED CHOICE 001 MO (PPO) | Devoted Health | PPO | Yes |
| DEVOTED CHOICE GIVEBACK 002 MO (PPO) | Devoted Health | PPO | Yes |
| DEVOTED CHOICE GIVEBACK EXTRAS 005 MO (PPO) | Devoted Health | PPO | Yes |
| Provider Partners Missouri Community Plan (HMO I-SNP) | Provider Partners Health Plans | HMO I-SNP | Yes |
| Provider Partners Missouri Essential Plan (HMO I-SNP) | Provider Partners Health Plans | HMO I-SNP | Yes |
| UHC Dual Advantage MO-V1 (HMO-POS D-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS D-SNP | Yes |
| UHC Dual Complete MO-S3 (HMO-POS D-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS D-SNP | Yes |
Source: CMS Medicare Advantage Landscape Source File, plan year 2026 and 2027. Plan availability is set at the county level.
What changes next year
Medicare Advantage plans leaving or changing in Jackson County for 2027
Kansas City is in Jackson County. Comparing CMS’s 2026 and 2027 Landscape files for the county:
Plans not offered in Jackson County for 2027
| Plan | Carrier | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aetna Medicare Signature Extra (HMO-POS) | Aetna (CVS Health) | HMO-POS |
| HealthSpring Preferred (HMO) | Blue Cross Blue Shield (HCSC) | HMO |
| HealthSpring Preferred Savings (HMO) | Blue Cross Blue Shield (HCSC) | HMO |
| HealthSpring True Choice (PPO) | Blue Cross Blue Shield (HCSC) | PPO |
| Provider Partners Missouri Community Plan (HMO I-SNP) | Provider Partners Health Plans | HMO I-SNP |
| Provider Partners Missouri Essential Plan (HMO I-SNP) | Provider Partners Health Plans | HMO I-SNP |
| UHC Complete Care AM-1 (Regional PPO C-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | PPO C-SNP |
| UHC Complete Care Support AM-1A (Regional PPO C-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | PPO C-SNP |
| UHC Dual Complete MO-S3 (HMO-POS D-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS D-SNP |
| UHC Dual Complete MO-V001 (HMO-POS D-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS D-SNP |
| UHC Medicare Advantage AM-0002 (Regional PPO) | UnitedHealthcare | PPO |
Plans new to Jackson County for 2027
| Plan | Carrier | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aetna Medicare Enhanced (HMO-POS) | Aetna (CVS Health) | HMO-POS |
| Aetna Medicare Full Dual Extra Care (HMO D-SNP) | Aetna (CVS Health) | HMO D-SNP |
| Aetna Medicare Longevity (HMO I-SNP) | Aetna (CVS Health) | HMO I-SNP |
| Aetna Medicare Signature (PPO) | Aetna (CVS Health) | PPO |
| DEVOTED C-SNP CHOICE GIVEBACK EXTRAS 026 MO (PPO C-SNP) | Devoted Health | PPO C-SNP |
| DEVOTED CHOICE 001 MO (PPO) | Devoted Health | PPO |
| DEVOTED CHOICE GIVEBACK 002 MO (PPO) | Devoted Health | PPO |
| DEVOTED CHOICE GIVEBACK EXTRAS 005 MO (PPO) | Devoted Health | PPO |
| Provider Partners Missouri Community Plan (HMO I-SNP) | Provider Partners Health Plans | HMO I-SNP |
| Provider Partners Missouri Essential Plan (HMO I-SNP) | Provider Partners Health Plans | HMO I-SNP |
| UHC Dual Advantage MO-V1 (HMO-POS D-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS D-SNP |
| UHC Dual Complete MO-S3 (HMO-POS D-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS D-SNP |
Plans continuing under a new name
| Plan | Carrier | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aetna Medicare Signature Classic (PPO) (was Aetna Medicare Signature (PPO)) | Aetna (CVS Health) | PPO |
| Wellcare Home State Health Dual Access (HMO-POS D-SNP) (was Wellcare Dual Access (HMO-POS D-SNP)) | Centene (WellCare) | HMO-POS D-SNP |
| Wellcare Home State Health Dual Access Open (PPO D-SNP) (was Wellcare Dual Access Open (PPO D-SNP)) | Centene (WellCare) | PPO D-SNP |
| Wellcare Home State Health Dual Reserve (HMO-POS D-SNP) (was Wellcare Dual Reserve (HMO-POS D-SNP)) | Centene (WellCare) | HMO-POS D-SNP |
| DEVOTED C-SNP ENHANCED 013 MO (HMO C-SNP) (was DEVOTED C-SNP PREMIUM 013 MO (HMO C-SNP)) | Devoted Health | HMO C-SNP |
| Humana Essentials Plus Giveback (PPO) (was Humana Essentials Plus Giveback H5216-405 (PPO)) | Humana | PPO |
| Humana Essentials Plus Giveback (PPO) (was Humana Essentials Plus Giveback H7617-017 (PPO)) | Humana | PPO |
| Humana Total Complete (HMO-POS) (was Humana Gold Plus H0028-054 (HMO-POS)) | Humana | HMO-POS |
| Humana Total Complete Giveback (HMO-POS) (was Humana Gold Plus Giveback H0028-066 (HMO-POS)) | Humana | HMO-POS |
| Humana Total Complete Giveback (HMO-POS) (was Humana Total Complete Giveback H4461-047 (HMO-POS)) | Humana | HMO-POS |
| Humana Value Choice (PPO) (was Humana Value Choice H5216-318 (PPO)) | Humana | PPO |
| Humana Value Choice (PPO) (was Humana Value Choice H7617-010 (PPO)) | Humana | PPO |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC KC-4 (PPO) (was AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC KC-4 (PPO)) | UnitedHealthcare | PPO |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC KC-5 (PPO) (was AARP Medicare Advantage Extras from UHC KC-5 (PPO)) | UnitedHealthcare | PPO |
| UHC Dual Complete MO-Q1 (HMO-POS D-SNP) (was UHC Dual Complete MO-S001 (HMO-POS D-SNP)) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS D-SNP |
| UHC Dual Complete MO-Q2 (PPO D-SNP) (was UHC Dual Complete MO-S002 (PPO D-SNP)) | UnitedHealthcare | PPO D-SNP |
Carriers with no plans in Jackson County for 2027: Blue Cross Blue Shield (HCSC)
“Changing” means the plan’s 2027 record differs from 2026 on premium, drug deductible, plan type or name; the details are in the Annual Notice of Change your plan mails by September 30. If your plan is not offered for 2027, you can choose another during the Annual Enrollment Period (October 15 to December 7) and you also get a Special Enrollment Period that runs through the end of February. Source: CMS MA Landscape Source Files. No plan is ranked or recommended.
The choices, by type
How the Medicare Advantage choices in Kansas City break down for 2026
Carriers offering plans in Jackson County, alphabetically, with the number of plans each offers:
- Aetna (CVS Health) 8 plans
- American Health Advantage of Missouri 2 plans
- Blue Cross Blue Shield (HCSC) 3 plans
- Centene (WellCare) 6 plans
- Devoted Health 7 plans
- Humana 17 plans
- NHC Advantage 2 plans
- Provider Partners Health Plans 3 plans
- UnitedHealthcare 16 plans
HMO plans use a network and usually a primary-care doctor; HMO-POS plans add some out-of-network coverage; PPO plans 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 who are dual-eligible (D-SNP), have certain conditions (C-SNP) or live in an institution (I-SNP). Source: CMS Landscape Source File. No plan is ranked or recommended here.
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- CMS — MA Landscape Source File (plan-level availability by county)
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