Medicare in Los Angeles County, California

The Local Health Landscape

Los Angeles County has the largest county Medicare population in the United States and more Medicare Advantage choices than anywhere else in the country.

Hospitals Serving Los Angeles County

• Cedars-Sinai Medical Center & UCLA Health (Ronald Reagan), Westside
• Keck Medicine of USC & LAC+USC Medical Center
• Kaiser Permanente LA Medical Center, plus VA Greater Los Angeles

Medicare Plan Types Available in Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles

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

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Compare Plans in Los Angeles County

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

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Senior Services in Los Angeles County

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