Medicare Plans in Columbia, SC

Medicare support across the Midlands, including Downtown, Forest Acres, Irmo, and Northeast Columbia.

Local Care & Resources

• Prisma Health Richland & Baptist: Large teaching and community hospitals serving the Midlands.
• Lexington Medical Center: Extensive physician network and main hospital in West Columbia.
• Dorn VA Medical Center: Veterans services; Medicare plans are separate from VA benefits.

Listing providers is for general awareness only. Check current network participation with your plan or provider before booking.

How to Choose a Medicare Plan in Columbia

• If your doctors are split between Prisma and Lexington networks, confirm plan compatibility with both.
• Use plan finders to estimate annual drug costs—insulin and inhaler tiers vary by plan.
• Consider Medigap if you travel frequently or want the broadest provider access.

Neighborhoods & Nearby Areas We Serve

• Downtown
• Forest Acres
• Irmo
• Harbison
• NE Columbia
• Cayce/West Columbia

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I keep my doctor?

Original Medicare with a Medigap plan lets you see any doctor who accepts Medicare. Medicare Advantage plans use provider networks—verify your doctor is in-network before enrolling.

What about prescriptions?

Many Advantage plans include Part D. If you choose Original Medicare + Medigap, you’ll add a separate Part D plan. Always run your medication list to estimate annual costs.

When can I change plans?

Annual Enrollment (Oct 15–Dec 7) for Medicare drug/Advantage changes. Special enrollments may apply for moves, loss of coverage, Medicaid eligibility, and more.