The Local Health Landscape
San Bernardino County — the largest U.S. county by area — runs from dense valley cities to high-desert towns an hour from any hospital.
Hospitals Serving San Bernardino County
- Loma Linda University Medical Center (academic, Level I)
- Arrowhead Regional Medical Center, Colton
- Dignity Health St. Bernardine, San Bernardino
Local Access Note
Victorville, Barstow, and mountain residents face real distance-to-care gaps — MA transportation benefits and telehealth coverage matter more here than premiums.
Medicare Plan Types Available in San Bernardino 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 San Bernardino
Licensed Medicare agents serving San Bernardino County can help you compare plans and enroll at no cost to you. They’re familiar with the specific plans available in the San Bernardino area and throughout San Bernardino County.
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Compare Plans in San Bernardino County
Enter your zip code to see Medicare Advantage, Part D, and Medigap plans available in San Bernardino County.
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Senior Services in San Bernardino County
- HICAP (Free Medicare Counseling): Call 1-800-434-0222 to reach your local San Bernardino 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 San Bernardino 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
San Bernardino County Quick Facts
Largest city: San Bernardino
Population: 2.2M residents
Region: Inland Empire
2026 Part B Premium: $202.90/month
Free counseling: HICAP at 1-800-434-0222