Beginning January 1, 2027, St. Anthony Regional Hospital will no longer be an in-network provider for Aetna Medicare Advantage plans.
After careful consideration, St. Anthony has determined that this change is in the best interest of its patients and the continued delivery of high-quality health care in the community.
Patients currently enrolled in an Aetna Medicare Advantage plan are encouraged to review their coverage options during the Medicare Open Enrollment Period, October 15–December 7, 2026, and consider whether another plan may better meet their health care needs for 2027.
Patients seeking assistance reviewing or selecting Medicare coverage are encouraged to contact the Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP). SHIIP provides free, confidential assistance to help patients review Medicare coverage options and identify available plans that best fit their individual health care needs.
The Carroll SHIIP team will be sending a mailed letter to eligible individuals with additional information about reviewing Medicare coverage options. To schedule an appointment, contact the Carroll SHIIP team at 712-794-5801.
St. Anthony Regional Hospital remains committed to providing accessible, high-quality health care and continues to welcome patients with all insurance plans. However, coverage may be subject to out-of-network benefits. Patients are encouraged to review their insurance coverage and understand their potential out-of-pocket costs before scheduling appointments or procedures.
The Carroll SHIIP office is located at the St. Anthony Office Building, 1524 Highway 30 East, Carroll, Iowa 51401. For assistance, call 712-794-5801.