Medicare in Tulare County, California

The Local Health Landscape

Tulare County's Medicare population spans Visalia's full-service market to foothill and farmworker communities with deep dual-eligible enrollment.

Hospitals Serving Tulare County

• Kaweah Health Medical Center, Visalia
• Sierra View Medical Center, Porterville
• Adventist Health Tulare

Medicare Plan Types Available in Tulare 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 Visalia

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

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Compare Plans in Tulare County

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

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Senior Services in Tulare County

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