The Local Health Landscape
Modoc County is frontier California — one of the state's most remote Medicare populations, served by a single critical-access hospital in Alturas.
Hospitals Serving Modoc County
- Modoc Medical Center, Alturas
Local Access Note
Klamath Falls, Oregon and Redding are the nearest referral centers; plan flexibility across state and county lines is essential here.
Medicare Plan Types Available in Modoc 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 Alturas
Licensed Medicare agents serving Modoc County can help you compare plans and enroll at no cost to you. They’re familiar with the specific plans available in the Alturas area and throughout Modoc County.
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Compare Plans in Modoc County
Enter your zip code to see Medicare Advantage, Part D, and Medigap plans available in Modoc County.
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Senior Services in Modoc County
- HICAP (Free Medicare Counseling): Call 1-800-434-0222 to reach your local Modoc 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 Modoc 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
Modoc County Quick Facts
Largest city: Alturas
Population: 9K residents
Region: North State
2026 Part B Premium: $202.90/month
Free counseling: HICAP at 1-800-434-0222