Medicare in Butte County, California

The Local Health Landscape

Butte County's Medicare landscape is anchored in Chico and still reflects the Camp Fire's reshaping of Paradise-area care access.

Hospitals Serving Butte County

• Enloe Health, Chico (regional referral center)
• Oroville Hospital, Oroville

Medicare Plan Types Available in Butte County

Beneficiaries here choose among Medicare Advantage (Part C), standalone Part D drug plans, and Medigap supplements — availability and pricing are zip-code specific.

Find a Medicare Agent in Chico

Licensed Medicare agents serving Butte County can help you compare plans and enroll at no cost to you. They’re familiar with the specific plans available in the Chico area and throughout Butte County.

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Compare Plans in Butte County

Enter your zip code to see Medicare Advantage, Part D, and Medigap plans available in Butte County.

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Senior Services in Butte County

• HICAP (Free Medicare Counseling): Call 1-800-434-0222 to reach your local Butte County HICAP office
• Area Agency on Aging: Contact your local AAA for senior programs, Meals on Wheels, and transportation assistance
• In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS): Apply through Butte County Department of Social Services
• Medi-Cal: Apply through your county office or at CoveredCA.com

Key Medicare Information

• Medicare Advantage plans — All-in-one coverage, many $0 premium options
• Medigap plans — Supplement Original Medicare, California birthday rule applies
• Part D drug plans — $2,100 annual out-of-pocket cap in 2026
• Medi-Cal dual eligibility — Extra benefits for low-income beneficiaries
• Medicare Savings Programs — Help with premiums and cost-sharing