Medica will no longer offer individual marketplace plans in Iowa, Kansas and Oklahoma, effective January 1, 2027.
The decision affects about 4,000 members in Iowa, 600 members in the Kansas City area in Kansas, and 8,400 members in Oklahoma, the company confirmed to Becker’s. The insurer will continue to offer marketplace coverage in Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota and Wisconsin.
“Members currently enrolled in Medica individual products in these states will continue to receive benefits until their renewal date,” a Medica spokesperson said. “Medica’s strategic focus is to ensure we remain competitive in markets where we can deliver value by simplifying offerings, reducing overlap, and prioritizing high-value provider partnerships.”
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