Is my Medicare plan ending in Fort Smith, AR?
Medicare plans are set by county. Fort Smith is in Sebastian County, so the plans listed as leaving Sebastian County for 2027 apply to Fort Smith residents.
Quick answer for Fort Smith
12 Medicare plans are from 6 companies listed in Sebastian County for 2026 but not for 2027, covering at least 378 people enrolled today. If you live in Fort Smith and have one of these plans, you can choose a new plan from October 15 to December 7, and coverage starts January 1.
Companies with plans leaving Sebastian County
| Company | Plans leaving | People enrolled (at least) |
|---|---|---|
| Aetna (CVS Health) | 2 | 145 |
| USAble Mutual Insurance Company | 2 | 124 |
| Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) | 2 | 84 |
| UnitedHealthcare | 3 | 25 |
| Cigna HealthSpring (HCSC) | 2 | not listed |
| Humana | 1 | not listed |
Plans going away in Sebastian County
| Plan going away | Company | People enrolled (at least) |
|---|---|---|
| BlueMedicare Preferred (PFFS) H4213-017 | USAble Mutual Insurance Company | 88 |
| Aetna Medicare Dual (PPO D-SNP) H1608-077 | Aetna (CVS Health) | 75 |
| Aetna Medicare Dual Extra (PPO D-SNP) H1608-076 | Aetna (CVS Health) | 70 |
| Wellcare Giveback (HMO-POS) H9630-008 | Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) | 64 |
| BlueMedicare Independence (HMO) H6158-003 | USAble Mutual Insurance Company | 36 |
| Wellcare Patriot Giveback Preferred (HMO-POS) H9630-015 | Wellcare / Ambetter (Centene) | 20 |
| UHC Complete Care Support AM-1A (Regional PPO C-SNP) R3444-008 | UnitedHealthcare | 14 |
| UHC Medicare Advantage AM-0002 (Regional PPO) R3444-012 | UnitedHealthcare | 11 |
| HumanaChoice SNP-DE H5216-470 (PPO D-SNP) H5216-470 | Humana | 10 or fewer |
| UHC Complete Care AM-1 (Regional PPO C-SNP) R3444-009 | UnitedHealthcare | 10 or fewer |
What to do if you live in Fort Smith
- Read the notice from your plan. It names the plan that is ending and your choices.
- Compare 2027 options before December 7: another Medicare Advantage plan, or Original Medicare with a Medicare Supplement and a Part D drug plan.
- Check that your doctors, hospitals and pharmacy near Fort Smith are covered by any plan you consider.
- Free, unbiased help: Arkansas SHIIP (Senior Health Insurance Information Program) at 1-800-224-6330, or Medicare.gov, 1-800-MEDICARE.
Is my Medicare plan ending in Fort Smith?
Medicare plans are offered by service area, usually county by county. Check the list above for your plan name or plan ID. A plan can be listed because it was renumbered or replaced, so your plan notice is the final word.
What happens if I do nothing in Fort Smith?
If your plan is not renewing and you do not choose a new one, you may be moved to Original Medicare, which does not include drug coverage. Compare options before December 7 and confirm your dates with Medicare.gov or your plan notice.
Do I have to enroll if I call?
No. Calling is a conversation about your options, and you are never required to enroll.
Fort Smith residents: call 855-367-1095
Call Lander LLC to go over your options. There is no cost to call or to speak with an agent, and you are never required to enroll in anything.
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Source: CMS Medicare Advantage and Part D landscape files for 2026 and 2027, and CMS enrollment data from September 2026.
Reviewed by Richard Lander, licensed insurance agent (NPN 21255551), Lander LLC. Last updated October 3, 2026. This page is educational and is not a quote, an offer of coverage, or legal or tax advice.