Medicare contract · plan years 2026 and 2027CMS landscape and crosswalk
Anthem Insurance Companies, Inc. (R5941)
R5941Contract
A company of Elevance Health, Inc., sold as Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield
3 plans in 2027 (3 in 2026) · 13,257 members in September 2026
Anthem Insurance Companies, Inc. is the Elevance Health, Inc. company that holds Medicare contract R5941, sold as Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield. In 2027 it offers 3 plans (3 in 2026); every one of its 2026 plans continues in 2027. 13,257 people were in its plans in September 2026.
What plans does R5941 offer for 2027?
| Plan | Type | Monthly premium | Out-of-pocket limit | Area | For 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthem VeteranR5941-013 | Regional PPO | $0 | $6,100 | 88 counties | renews |
| Anthem Medicare AdvantageR5941-014 | Regional PPO | $106 | $6,750 | 88 counties | renews |
| Anthem Medicare AdvantageR5941-016 | Regional PPO | $123 | $9,250 | 212 counties | renews |
Source: CMS Medicare Advantage and Part D landscape files for 2027 (Sept. 22, 2026, revised Sept. 30) and 2026 (Sept. 2, 2026 revision); CMS plan crosswalk from 2026 to 2027 (Oct. 1, 2026).
How did CMS rate it for 2026?
The overall rating is 3.5 of 5 (health plan 3.5 of 5, drug plan 4 of 5). Of its 38 rated measures, the lowest and the highest:
| Lowest-rated measures | Stars |
|---|---|
| Diabetes Care – Blood Sugar Controlled | 1 |
| Follow-up after Emergency Department Visit for People with Multiple High-Risk Chronic Conditions | 1 |
| Annual Flu Vaccine | 2 |
| Care for Older Adults – Medication Review | 2 |
| Highest-rated measures | Stars |
|---|---|
| Medication Adherence for Hypertension (RAS antagonists) | 5 |
| Drug Plan Quality Improvement | 5 |
| Members Choosing to Leave the Plan | 5 |
| Complaints about the Drug Plan | 5 |
Source: CMS Part C and D Star Ratings data tables, 2026 (October 2025).
What else should you check?
- All Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield plansEvery contract of the brand
- Star ratings of every contractThe 2026 ratings, and 2027 when CMS publishes them
- Find a plan by its IDFrom the card or a letter