Medicare in El Dorado County, California

The Local Health Landscape

El Dorado County stretches from Sacramento's foothill suburbs to South Lake Tahoe, splitting its Medicare population between two distinct health markets.

Hospitals Serving El Dorado County

• Marshall Medical Center, Placerville
• Barton Memorial Hospital, South Lake Tahoe

Medicare Plan Types Available in El Dorado 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 Placerville

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

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Compare Plans in El Dorado County

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

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Senior Services in El Dorado County

• HICAP (Free Medicare Counseling): Call 1-800-434-0222 to reach your local El Dorado 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 El Dorado 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