Vermont Blue Advantage will not offer Medicare Advantage plans in 2026

Berlin, VT – Vermont Blue Advantage announced its decision today to not offer Medicare Advantage plans in 2026. The Medicare Advantage market in Vermont has been severely affected by payers choosing to leave the Medicare Advantage market and high utilization of medical care by Vermont Blue Advantage members. These combined forces make the Vermont Medicare Advantage market unsustainable for Vermont Blue Advantage to be able to offer reasonably priced and affordable products to serve as an alternative to traditional Medicare coverage.

“Vermont Blue Advantage has been incredibly proud to serve Vermonters for the last 5 years,” said Pam Getsie, Vermont Blue Advantage Plan President. “We’ve been able to successfully help our members improve their health and manage their chronic conditions all while ensuring they have access to high quality care and service.”

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont remains committed to serving the state of Vermont and offers Medicare Supplemental plans as an option, including Vermont Medigap BlueSM and Vermont Blue 65SM Supplement plans. Individuals interested in understanding their options for coverage in Vermont may explore options on Medicare.gov or work with a local agent.

About Vermont Blue Advantage and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont
Vermont Blue Advantage is an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association. For more information, visit vermontblueadvantage.com.

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Vermont is Vermont’s only local, not-for-profit health plan. For over 30 years, the company has been enhancing the health and well-being of Vermonters by offering innovative plans to individuals, seniors, and businesses. Our employees are dedicated to developing new ways to support high-quality care and programs and events that promote wellness. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Vermont is an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.