11/09/2025
Important Update Regarding Blue Shield of California Medicare Advantage Plans
Effective January 1, 2026, several major provider groups will no longer participate in Blue Shield of California Medicare Advantage plans.
The following provider networks will be affected:
* Cedars-Sinai Health System
* Hill Physicians Medical Group (East Bay)
* Hoag Medical Group (member notices begin October 15, 2025)
* Sutter Health Medicare IMAPD in San Mateo, Stanislaus, and San Joaquin counties (member notices will mail approximately 45 days prior to termination)
What this means for members:
* Patients seeing providers through these groups will lose in-network access under Blue Shield Medicare Advantage plans after December 31, 2025.
* To keep your current doctors, hospitals, and specialists, you’ll need to switch to a different Medicare Advantage plan that continues to contract with your provider group.
* Continuity of Care provisions may apply for those in active treatment.
If you or someone you know is enrolled in a Blue Shield Medicare Advantage plan and receives care from Cedars, Hoag, Hill Physicians, or Sutter, it’s important to start reviewing your plan options before the end of the year to avoid interruptions in care.
Our office can help you find a new plan that allows you to keep your doctors or review other available Medicare options in your area.
Contact us or schedule an appointment today!
Tinalalehfar (310) 413-1609
Let’s make sure your coverage and care remain uninterrupted through 2026 and beyond.