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Anthem's 2027 Medicare Advantage lineup in Columbus: two new plans, one renamed
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Fall 2026. If you have an Anthem Medicare Advantage plan in the Columbus area, your 2027 options from this carrier look a little different than they did last year. Anthem will offer 10 Medicare Advantage plans in Franklin County for 2027, up from 8 this year, with two brand-new plans joining the lineup, one renamed, and none dropped. The window to compare and switch runs from October 15 through December 7, 2026, and any change you make takes effect January 1, 2027.
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Key takeaways
- Anthem will offer 10 Medicare Advantage plans in Franklin County for 2027: 4 HMO, 2 HMO-POS, and 4 PPO, and all 10 include drug coverage.
- Two Anthem plans are new for 2027, one is renamed, and none of Anthem's current Franklin County plans are leaving.
- Four of Anthem's 2027 plans are Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans (D-SNPs) for people with both Medicare and Medicaid.
- The Annual Enrollment Period runs October 15 through December 7, 2026, and nothing happens if you do nothing — your current plan renews with the changes listed in its Annual Notice of Change.
| Fact | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Medicare Advantage plans offered in Franklin County (2026) | 92 | CMS |
| Medicare Advantage plans offered in Franklin County (2027) | 79 | CMS |
| Plans not returning for 2027 / new for 2027 | 27 / 14 | CMS |
| Organizations offering Medicare Advantage in Franklin County (2026) | 12 | CMS |
| Share of eligible beneficiaries in Medicare Advantage, Franklin County | 56% | CMS |
| Residents age 65 and older, Franklin County | 173,679 | U.S. Census Bureau |
| Part B standard monthly premium (2026) | $202.90 | Medicare.gov |
| Part D out-of-pocket cap (2026) | $2,100 | CMS |
| Part D out-of-pocket cap (2027) | $2,400 | CMS |
| Annual Enrollment Period (for 2027 coverage) | October 15 – December 7, 2026 | Medicare.gov |
| Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period | January 1 – March 31 | Medicare.gov |
Area counts are for the county as a whole and are not a recommendation of any plan. Program figures are set nationally.
MyMedicarePlans.org is an independent news and education site. We are not Anthem, and Anthem is one of 12 carriers offering Medicare Advantage plans in Franklin County for 2027. Across all carriers, the county has 79 Medicare Advantage plans next year.
How many Anthem Medicare Advantage plans are offered in Columbus for 2027?
Anthem will offer 10 Medicare Advantage plans in Franklin County — the county Columbus sits in — for the 2027 plan year. That is up from 8 in 2026. By plan type, the 2027 lineup includes 4 HMO plans, 2 HMO-POS plans, and 4 PPO plans. All 10 include Part D prescription drug coverage.
Four of those 10 are Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans (D-SNPs), designed for people who qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid. Anthem is not offering a Chronic Condition SNP (C-SNP) or an Institutional SNP (I-SNP) in Franklin County for 2027.
The table below lists every Anthem plan available in the county for next year, with its plan type and whether it includes drug coverage.
What is new or changing in Anthem's 2027 Columbus lineup?
Two Anthem plans are new in Franklin County for 2027: Anthem Dual Advantage Plus (HMO D-SNP) and Anthem I MyCare Ohio Full Dual Advantage (HMO D-SNP). Both are Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans with drug coverage.
One plan has been renamed. Anthem I MyCare Ohio Full Dual Support (HMO D-SNP) was previously called Anthem I MyCare Ohio Full Dual Advantage (HMO D-SNP). The renamed plan and the new plan have similar names, which is one reason it is worth reading your Annual Notice of Change carefully this year.
None of Anthem's current Franklin County Medicare Advantage plans are leaving for 2027. If you are enrolled in an Anthem plan today and do nothing during the enrollment window, your coverage renews January 1, 2027, with whatever changes the ANOC describes.
What Special Needs Plans does Anthem offer in Franklin County?
Anthem's 2027 Franklin County lineup includes 4 D-SNPs, all with drug coverage: Anthem Dual Advantage, Anthem Dual Advantage Plus, Anthem I MyCare Ohio Full Dual Advantage, and Anthem I MyCare Ohio Full Dual Support. D-SNPs are open only to people who have both Medicare and Medicaid, and the specific eligibility rules vary by plan.
If you think you may qualify but are not sure, 1-800-MEDICARE and the Ohio Medicaid office can confirm your status before you enroll.
How do I check an Anthem plan against my doctors and prescriptions before December 7?
The most reliable way is to use the Medicare Plan Finder at medicare.gov. You can enter your ZIP code, add your prescription drugs and preferred pharmacy, and then look up each plan to see whether your medications are covered and what tier they fall under. The Plan Finder will also link out to each plan's provider directory so you can confirm your doctors and hospitals are in network.
A short checklist before December 7, 2026:
- Read your current plan's Annual Notice of Change, which arrived in September.
- List your prescriptions with dose and frequency, plus your preferred pharmacy.
- List the doctors, specialists and hospitals you want to keep using.
- Compare each plan on medicare.gov using that same list.
- Call 1-800-MEDICARE (24/7) or the plan directly with any questions before you enroll.
Provider networks and drug formularies can change year to year, so even if you are staying with the same plan, it is worth re-checking in the fall.
What else is changing in Medicare for 2027?
A few program-level numbers are already set. For 2027, the Part D out-of-pocket cap rises to $2,400 (up from $2,100 in 2026), and the Part D maximum deductible increases to $700 (up from $615 in 2026). The Part D national base beneficiary premium for 2027 is $41.33 — that is a formula input CMS uses, not what any specific plan charges.
The 2027 Part B standard premium and deductible, along with the 2027 IRMAA income brackets, have not yet been announced. CMS typically publishes those later in the fall.
The coverage gap, or "donut hole," has been gone since 2025, so Part D now has three phases instead of four. If drug costs are hard to manage month to month, the Medicare Prescription Payment Plan lets you spread your out-of-pocket drug costs across the calendar year at no extra charge.
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 Franklin County
(MA penetration in Franklin 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.
2027 plan lineup
Anthem Medicare Advantage plans in Franklin County for 2027
CMS lists 10 Anthem Medicare Advantage plans in Franklin County for 2027, alphabetically by carrier. 11 other carriers also offer plans there.
| Plan | Type | Drug coverage | For 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevance Health (Anthem) 10 plans | |||
| Anthem Dual Advantage (HMO D-SNP) | HMO D-SNP | Yes | Returning |
| Anthem Dual Advantage Plus (HMO D-SNP) | HMO D-SNP | Yes | New |
| Anthem Extra Help (HMO-POS) | HMO-POS | Yes | Returning |
| Anthem I MyCare Ohio Full Dual Advantage (HMO D-SNP) | HMO D-SNP | Yes | New |
| Anthem I MyCare Ohio Full Dual Support (HMO D-SNP) | HMO D-SNP | Yes | Renamed |
| Anthem Medicare Advantage (HMO-POS) | HMO-POS | Yes | Returning |
| Anthem Medicare Advantage (Regional PPO) | PPO | Yes | Returning |
| Anthem Medicare Advantage 3 (PPO) | PPO | Yes | Returning |
| Anthem Veteran (PPO) | PPO | Yes | Returning |
| Anthem Veteran (Regional PPO) | PPO | 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
How Anthem Medicare Advantage plans in Franklin County break down for 2027
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
When can I switch Medicare Advantage plans for 2027 coverage in Columbus?
What happens if I do nothing during enrollment?
How do I know if I qualify for one of Anthem's D-SNP plans?
Where can I get help comparing plans without a sales pitch?
- 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.
Also for Columbus
Sources and methodology
- CMS, Medicare Advantage and Part D Landscape Source Files
- CMS, Medicare Advantage state/county penetration and enrollment files
- U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (table B01001, age 65 and older)
- Medicare.gov, Medicare costs (Part B premium)
- CMS, Medicare prescription drug coverage (Part D) program rules
- CMS, Medicare Advantage and Part D plan-year announcements
- Medicare.gov, enrollment periods and plan rules
Figures cited in this article
- CMS Medicare Advantage Landscape Source Files (plan years 2026 and 2027): Anthem's Franklin County plan list, plan types, SNP counts, drug coverage, and year-over-year changes.
- Medicare.gov: Annual Enrollment Period dates, Plan Finder tool, and Medicare Prescription Payment Plan.
- CMS 2027 Part D parameters announcement: the $2,400 out-of-pocket cap, $700 maximum deductible, and $41.33 national base beneficiary premium.
How we put this together: area counts come from the CMS files listed above for the county that contains this city, program figures come from CMS, Medicare.gov and the Social Security Administration, and no plan is ranked or recommended.
By The Medicare Desk · Published . For personalized answers, contact Medicare.gov or 1-800-MEDICARE.
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