The numbers behind Medicare in City of Buena Vista
| City of Buena Vista | Virginia | |
|---|---|---|
| Residents age 65 and older | 1,233 | 1,498,879 statewide |
| Share of residents age 65+ | 18.8% | 17.2% statewide |
| People with Medicare | 1,437 | 1,764,998 statewide |
| Enrolled in Medicare Advantage | 697 | 698,851 statewide |
| Medicare Advantage share | 48.5% | 39.6% statewide |
Figures come from the Census Bureau and CMS (September 2026).
With roughly 1,233 residents age 65 and older, City of Buena Vista is 126th among 133 Virginia counties for older residents. That group is 18.8% of its population, compared with 17.2% across Virginia. The 363 residents now between 60 and 64 will become Medicare-eligible soon, and our turning 65 guide walks through it. By age, the 65-and-older group splits 54% ages 65 to 74, 34% ages 75 to 84 and 12% age 85 and up (Census 2023). Medicare Advantage enrollment in City of Buena Vista is 48.5% of people with Medicare, higher than the Virginia average of 39.6%. A county average does not tell you which kind of plan fits you. Whether Medicare Advantage or Original Medicare with a Medigap plan is the better fit depends on your doctors, your prescriptions and how you want to handle costs, so we compare both for your ZIP code.
Who has Medicare in City of Buena Vista
City of Buena Vista is a smaller-city and town county; the U.S. Department of Agriculture describes it as: urban population of 5,000 to 20,000, adjacent to a metro area. Counties like this often sit between a metro area and rural communities, so some residents use hospitals and specialists in a neighboring county and a plan’s network across the county line matters.
CMS counts 1,593 Medicare beneficiaries in City of Buena Vista (2023). Their average age is 74, about the same as the Virginia average of 74. About 14% are “dual eligible,” meaning they have both Medicare and Medicaid, higher than the state figure of 9%. Where many people have both, special plans for dual-eligible members can matter; see our Medicaid and dual eligible guide, since availability varies by plan and area.
Among people in Original Medicare in City of Buena Vista, CMS reported about 782 emergency room visits and 291 inpatient hospital stays per 1,000 beneficiaries in 2023, which is higher than the state average for emergency visits (589) and higher than it for hospital stays (206). About 11% received home health care. These figures describe how people use care under Original Medicare; they do not show what any plan covers or costs.
Sources: CMS Medicare Geographic Variation, 2023; USDA Rural-Urban Continuum Codes, 2023.
Medicare Advantage and Part D plan availability and provider networks are set county by county, so the plans open to you in City of Buena Vista may differ from those in a neighboring county. We are not based in City of Buena Vista; we help City of Buena Vista residents by phone or video call.
Hospitals and doctors near City of Buena Vista
CMS Hospital General Information lists no acute care, critical access or children’s hospital located inside City of Buena Vista. Residents often use hospitals in neighboring counties, which matters for Medicare Advantage because a plan’s network may include or leave out the hospital you use. We check your hospitals and doctors before you enroll.
City of Buena Vista: communities and ZIP codes
The largest communities in City of Buena Vista by 2023 Census population estimates are Buena Vista (6,566). Each figure counts only the people living inside the county.
Questions about Medicare in City of Buena Vista?
Reach out to us: fill out our short form or call (571) 354-0146, and a licensed agent will compare the plans available to you, check your doctors and drugs, and stay with you each year at renewal. For general Medicare information, the federal helpline is 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227).
Medicare resources from official sources
- Medicare Plan Finder on Medicare.gov, searchable by ZIP code.
- Medicare.gov: Medigap on how Medicare Supplement works.
- Virginia’s Insurance Marketplace, Virginia’s own health insurance exchange, if you are not yet on Medicare.
- Medicare Care Compare for hospitals and doctors.
- Virginia Bureau of Insurance: Virginia’s insurance regulator, including agent license lookup.
Coverage we offer City of Buena Vista residents
Here is what we can help City of Buena Vista residents with, drawing on plans from many insurers: group health insurance, life insurance, final expense insurance, annuities, Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplement (Medigap), Part D drug plans, ACA health insurance and ICHRA.
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Get my plan comparisonMedicare guides for City of Buena Vista residents
- Medicare Parts A, B, C and D explained
- What happens if you do nothing during open enrollment?
- Can I change my Medicare plan after December 7?
- Why a Medicare Advantage plan drops a doctor or drug
City of Buena Vista compared with similar Virginia counties
| County | Residents 65+ | Medicare Advantage share | Dual eligible share | Area type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Galax | 1,131 | 52.8% | 27% | Smaller city/town |
| City of Covington | 1,101 | 57.4% | 14% | Smaller city/town |
| City of Emporia | 1,088 | 60.0% | 24% | Smaller city/town |
| City of Lexington | 1,074 | 41.0% | 10% | Smaller city/town |
| City of Franklin | 1,573 | 59.1% | 12% | Smaller city/town |
| City of Norton | 635 | 64.1% | 29% | Smaller city/town |
See every Virginia county in our Virginia directory or go to our Virginia Medicare hub.