Medicare Advantage
Does Anthem fit your Irving doctors and drugs for 2027?
Irving, Texas — Anthem is bringing nine Medicare Advantage plans to Dallas County for 2027, and the mix looks different than it did this year. Six of the nine are new to the lineup, and three plans the carrier offered for 2026 will not return. If you live in Irving and have an Anthem plan today, that's reason to read your Annual Notice of Change (ANOC) carefully before the Annual Enrollment Period ends on December 7, 2026.
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Key takeaways
- Anthem is offering 9 Medicare Advantage plans in Dallas County (which includes Irving) for 2027, up from 6 in 2026.
- 6 of those plans are new for 2027, and 3 plans Anthem offered in 2026 will not be back; your ANOC spells out what applies to you.
- All 9 of Anthem's 2027 plans include drug coverage, and 7 of them are Special Needs Plans (D-SNP or C-SNP) with eligibility rules.
- The Annual Enrollment Period runs October 15 – December 7, 2026; any change you make takes effect January 1, 2027.
| Fact | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Medicare Advantage plans offered in Dallas County (2026) | 93 | CMS |
| Medicare Advantage plans offered in Dallas County (2027) | 84 | CMS |
| Plans not returning for 2027 / new for 2027 | 29 / 20 | CMS |
| Organizations offering Medicare Advantage in Dallas County (2026) | 12 | CMS |
| Share of eligible beneficiaries in Medicare Advantage, Dallas County | 55% | CMS |
| Residents age 65 and older, Dallas County | 309,055 | 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 we are not Medicare. Anthem is one of 12 carriers offering Medicare Advantage in Dallas County next year — 84 plans in total — so the lineup below is a slice of what's available, not the whole menu.
What Anthem Medicare Advantage plans are available in Irving for 2027?
Irving is in Dallas County, where Anthem (CMS lists the parent company as Elevance Health) is offering 9 Medicare Advantage plans for 2027. By plan type, that is 4 HMO plans and 5 HMO-POS plans. All 9 include Part D prescription drug coverage.
The table on this page lists every Anthem plan by name and type. All of Anthem's 2027 plans in Dallas County use the Wellpoint brand — for example, Wellpoint Medicare Advantage 2, Wellpoint Medicare Advantage Select, and several Wellpoint Dual Advantage and Wellpoint Chronic Care options. We are not describing benefits, costs, networks or star ratings here; those live on the Medicare Plan Finder at medicare.gov and in each plan's Evidence of Coverage.
Which Anthem plans are Special Needs Plans in Dallas County?
Of Anthem's 9 Medicare Advantage plans in Dallas County for 2027, 7 are Special Needs Plans: 3 Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans (D-SNPs) and 4 Chronic Condition Special Needs Plans (C-SNPs). There are no Institutional SNPs in Anthem's local lineup next year.
Special Needs Plans are limited to people who meet specific criteria. A D-SNP is for people who have both Medicare and Medicaid. A C-SNP is for people living with certain chronic conditions, such as diabetes, chronic heart failure or end-stage renal disease, depending on the plan. If you don't qualify, you can't enroll — even if the plan name shows up in a search. Medicare.gov and 1-800-MEDICARE can confirm whether you're eligible.
What is new or not returning from Anthem in Irving for 2027?
For 2027, Anthem is adding 6 new Medicare Advantage plans in Dallas County and discontinuing 3 of the plans it offered in 2026. The six new names in the table are Wellpoint Chronic Care Advantage Select, Wellpoint Chronic Care Select, Wellpoint Dual Advantage Plus Select, Wellpoint Dual Advantage Select, Wellpoint Full Dual Advantage Select, and Wellpoint Medicare Advantage Select.
If you're already enrolled in an Anthem plan that is not returning, you should receive a non-renewal notice from the carrier explaining your options and your Special Enrollment Period. If your plan is renewing, your ANOC (mailed by late September) lists any changes to premiums, copays, drug tiers and the provider network for 2027.
How do I check an Anthem plan against my doctors and prescriptions before December 7?
The most reliable check is the Medicare Plan Finder at medicare.gov. You enter your ZIP code and your prescription list, and the tool shows plans available in Dallas County along with their drug formularies and estimated yearly costs for your specific medications.
A few things worth doing before December 7, 2026:
- Call your doctors' offices and ask directly whether they will be in-network for the specific Anthem plan you're considering in 2027. Online directories can lag.
- Check each of your prescriptions against the plan's 2027 formulary — drug tiers and prior-authorization rules can change year to year.
- If you take high-cost drugs, remember the Part D out-of-pocket cap is $2,400 in 2027 (up from $2,100 in 2026), and the Medicare Prescription Payment Plan lets you spread drug costs across the year in level monthly amounts.
- Compare at least one Anthem plan against plans from the other 11 carriers in Dallas County, so your choice is a choice.
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What else is changing for Medicare in 2027?
CMS has confirmed several Part D figures for 2027: the out-of-pocket cap on covered drugs rises to $2,400, the maximum Part D deductible rises to $700 (from $615 in 2026), and the national base beneficiary premium is $41.33 (that's a formula input, not what any specific plan charges you).
The 2027 Part B standard premium and deductible, and the 2027 IRMAA income brackets, have not been announced yet. CMS typically publishes those in the fall, usually in November. Don't go by projections — wait for the official numbers.
The enrollment calendar is unchanged: October 15 – December 7, 2026 is the Annual Enrollment Period for 2027 coverage. If you're already in a Medicare Advantage plan, you also get the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period from January 1 – March 31, 2027 to make one change.
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 Dallas County
(MA penetration in Dallas 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 Dallas County for 2027
CMS lists 9 Anthem Medicare Advantage plans in Dallas County for 2027, alphabetically by carrier. 11 other carriers also offer plans there.
| Plan | Type | Drug coverage | For 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevance Health (Anthem) 9 plans | |||
| Wellpoint Chronic Care (HMO-POS C-SNP) | HMO-POS C-SNP | Yes | Returning |
| Wellpoint Chronic Care Advantage Select (HMO C-SNP) | HMO C-SNP | Yes | New |
| Wellpoint Chronic Care Select (HMO-POS C-SNP) | HMO-POS C-SNP | Yes | New |
| Wellpoint Dual Advantage Plus Select (HMO D-SNP) | HMO D-SNP | Yes | New |
| Wellpoint Dual Advantage Select (HMO D-SNP) | HMO D-SNP | Yes | New |
| Wellpoint Full Dual Advantage Select (HMO D-SNP) | HMO D-SNP | Yes | New |
| Wellpoint Kidney Care (HMO-POS C-SNP) | HMO-POS C-SNP | Yes | Returning |
| Wellpoint Medicare Advantage 2 (HMO-POS) | HMO-POS | Yes | Returning |
| Wellpoint Medicare Advantage Select (HMO-POS) | HMO-POS | Yes | New |
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 Dallas 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 Period (Open Enrollment)Anyone 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 do anything if I like my current Anthem plan?
What happens if my Anthem plan is one of the 3 not returning in 2027?
Can I enroll in a Wellpoint Dual Advantage or Chronic Care plan if I'm not dual-eligible or don't have the condition?
Where do I see each plan's actual costs and network?
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The Medicare Advantage changes for 2027 in Texas, in 30 seconds
- 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 Irving
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 Dallas County plan list, plan types, SNP designations, drug coverage, and the new-for-2027 and not-returning counts.
- CMS: the 2027 Part D out-of-pocket cap ($2,400), maximum deductible ($700), and national base beneficiary premium ($41.33).
- Medicare.gov: Annual Enrollment Period dates, Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment dates, the Plan Finder tool, and Special Needs Plan eligibility rules.
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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