2027 Medicare Advantage plans in Shawnee County, KS
Medicare options for people in Topeka, Silver Lake, Auburn, Rossville, and Tecumseh. Here is how the 2027 market looks in Shawnee County, and how to choose well.
Shawnee County at a glance for 2027
Shawnee County has 27 individual Medicare Advantage plans for 2027. Plan choice here falls in the middle of the 7 counties our Topeka office serves (from 16 to 29 plans). 21 of those plans include Part D drug coverage. 6 are medical-only plans, which can work for people with drug coverage from the VA or TRICARE.
| 2027 Shawnee County snapshot | Value |
|---|---|
| HMO plans (use the plan’s network) | 12 |
| PPO plans (in- and out-of-network coverage) | 15 |
| Plans that include Part D drug coverage | 21 |
| Lowest in-network maximum out-of-pocket (MOOP) | $2,800 |
| Standalone Part D plans available in Kansas | 12 |
Source: CMS CY2027 Landscape and Plan Benefit Package files, Sept 2026. Individual plans, excluding Special Needs Plans. Plan availability can change. We do not offer every plan available in your area.
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How to choose a plan in Shawnee County
With 27 options, the cheapest-looking plan is rarely the whole story. These are the questions we go through with every Shawnee County client:
- Are my doctors and hospital in network? HMO plans generally only cover in-network care except emergencies. PPO plans let you go out of network for a higher cost. That matters if you see specialists outside Topeka.
- Are my prescriptions covered, and at what tier? Drug lists differ from plan to plan. For 2027, Part D out-of-pocket costs are capped at $2,400 a year, but your costs before that cap can vary a lot.
- What’s my worst-case year? In-network out-of-pocket maximums in Shawnee County start at $2,800. A plan with a $0 premium and a high MOOP can cost more than a plan with a small premium.
- Is a Medicare Supplement a better fit? If you travel, split time out of state, or want to see any doctor who takes Medicare, compare a Medigap plan with a standalone Part D plan.
Local Medicare resources in Shawnee County
Shawnee County residents have several in-county hospital options in Topeka, including The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus, Stormont Vail Health, the Colmery-O'Neil VA Medical Center, and specialty/rehabilitation hospitals such as Kansas Rehabilitation Hospital and Select Specialty Hospital of Topeka.
- Hospitals in Shawnee County: The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus (Topeka), Stormont Vail Health (Stormont Vail Regional Medical Center) (Topeka), Kansas Rehabilitation Hospital (Topeka), Colmery-O'Neil VA Medical Center (Topeka), and Select Specialty Hospital of Topeka (Topeka). Before you pick a plan, check that the hospital you would actually use is in its network.
- Social Security office for Topeka: 600 SW Commerce Place, Topeka, KS 66615. This is where you can sign up for Part A and Part B in person (or online at ssa.gov).
- Local senior services: Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging serves Shawnee County with programs like meals, transportation, and caregiver support.
- Free government counseling: SHICK, the Senior Health Insurance Counseling for Kansas program offers unbiased Medicare counseling at no cost.
Questions about how a plan works with your local doctors and hospitals? Our Topeka office can walk you through it.
When you can enroll or switch
Most Shawnee County residents can change plans during the Annual Enrollment Period, October 15 – December 7, for coverage that starts January 1. Medicare Advantage members get one more change from January 1 to March 31. New to Medicare? Start with our Turning 65 guide.
Local help for Shawnee County
Our Topeka office helps people across Shawnee County, from Topeka to Silver Lake, Auburn, Rossville, and Tecumseh. We compare the plans we represent side by side and stay your contact after you enroll. Our help is free.
Shawnee County Medicare FAQ
How many Medicare Advantage plans are in Shawnee County, KS for 2027?
CMS lists 27 individual Medicare Advantage plans in Shawnee County for 2027, offered by 5 insurance organizations. This count excludes Special Needs Plans.
Are there $0-premium Medicare Advantage plans in Shawnee County?
Yes. 23 of the 27 plans have a $0 monthly plan premium for 2027. You still pay your Medicare Part B premium, and copays, coinsurance, and deductibles still apply.
Do any Shawnee County plans offer a Part B giveback?
10 plans include a Part B premium reduction, sometimes called a “giveback.” The largest is $160 a month. The giveback lowers the Part B amount taken from your Social Security check. It is only one factor to weigh against networks and drug coverage.
Where is the nearest Temmen Insurance office to Topeka?
Shawnee County is served by our Topeka office. Call (844) 348-4138 for help by phone or to set up a time to meet.
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