➤ Does Blue Shield of California offer Medicare Advantage plans?
Yes. Blue Shield of California sells Medicare Advantage HMO plans in 16 California counties for 2027, including Blue Shield 65 Plus, Inspire, Advantage, AdvantageOptimum and Value Advantage plans.
➤ How many Blue Shield of California Medicare Advantage plans are there in 2027?
CMS’s 2027 data lists 20 individual Blue Shield of California Medicare Advantage plans, up from 15 in 2026.
➤ What counties does Blue Shield of California Medicare Advantage cover?
Alameda, Kern, Los Angeles, Merced, Orange, Placer, Riverside, Sacramento, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Joaquin, San Luis Obispo, San Mateo, Santa Barbara, Santa Clara and Stanislaus counties.
➤ Is Blue Shield of California Medicare Advantage an HMO or PPO?
All Blue Shield of California Medicare Advantage plans are HMOs. You’ll generally choose a primary care doctor and use the plan’s network, except for emergencies and urgent care.
➤ What is new for Blue Shield of California Medicare Advantage in 2027?
Blue Shield Value Advantage Plan (HMO) is new in Los Angeles and San Diego counties, and the Blue Shield Medicare + Medi-Cal Plan (HMO D-SNP) serves dual-eligible members in those counties. Blue Shield TotalDual Plan is not listed for 2027.
➤ What is the Blue Shield of California star rating for 2027?
Blue Shield of California’s three Medicare Advantage contracts were rated 4, 3.5 and 2.5 stars for 2027. The national average is 3.99. Check your specific plan’s rating in Medicare Plan Finder.
➤ Does Blue Shield of California have a plan for Medicare and Medi-Cal?
Yes. The Blue Shield Medicare + Medi-Cal Plan (HMO D-SNP) is for people with both Medicare and Medi-Cal in Los Angeles and San Diego counties.
➤ When can I enroll in a Blue Shield of California Medicare Advantage plan for 2027?
Annual Enrollment runs October 15 to December 7, 2026, with coverage starting January 1, 2027. If you’re already in a Medicare Advantage plan, you can also make one change from January 1 to March 31, 2027.
