Miami-Dade County, Florida: health insurance
What Miami-Dade County residents should know about Medicare, marketplace plans and Medicaid.
Miami-Dade County at a glance
| State | Florida |
|---|---|
| Population (2023 est.) | 2,686,867 |
| Population rank in Florida | 1 of 67 |
| Land area | 1,900 square miles |
| Major cities | Miami |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (Population Estimates 2023; Gazetteer 2023).
Why your county matters for coverage
In Florida, the health plans you can choose depend on where you live. Medicare Advantage and Part D plans are offered by service area, usually county by county, and marketplace premiums and carriers are set by area as well. Living in Miami-Dade County means the options on this page apply to you, and plans in a neighboring county may differ.
- Medicare: Florida SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) gives free, unbiased counseling at 1-800-963-5337. Ask which plans serve Miami-Dade County specifically.
- Marketplace plans: shop through HealthCare.gov (federal Marketplace); enter your Miami-Dade County ZIP code to see what is offered.
- Medicaid: apply through Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA).
Florida note: Florida's insurance oversight is split between two state agencies: the Office of Insurance Regulation reviews rates and company solvency, while the Department of Financial Services' Division of Consumer Services handles individual consumer complaints and questions.
Questions about Miami-Dade County
Are the same Medicare plans offered everywhere in Florida?
No. Plans are offered by service area. A plan available in one county may not be offered in Miami-Dade County, so check by county.
Where do Miami-Dade County residents get free Medicare counseling?
Florida SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) (1-800-963-5337) is Florida's free SHIP program.
Do I have to enroll if I call?
No. Calling is a conversation about your options, and you are never required to enroll.
Miami-Dade County residents: call 855-367-1095
Call Lander LLC to go over your options. There is no cost to call or to speak with an agent, and you are never required to enroll in anything.
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Reviewed by Richard Lander, licensed insurance agent (NPN 21255551), Lander LLC. Last updated October 3, 2026. This page is educational and is not a quote, an offer of coverage, or legal or tax advice.