Medicare Advantage Plans in Barbour County, AL:
Your Complete 2027 Guide
For 2027, residents of Barbour County, AL can choose from 30 Medicare Advantage plan options. Of these, 21 cost nothing beyond the Part B premium. Enrollment in the County stands at approximately 1,645, with 53% of plans achieving 4 stars or better. Special Needs Plans are not included in the figures shown above. Explore SNP options for Barbour County, AL here. For a broader view beyond Medicare Advantage, see all Medicare coverage options in Barbour County.
Page last revised:
Enrollment data refreshed: October 5, 2026
* Each year CMS evaluates Medicare Advantage plans on a 5-star scale. Data sources
Medicare Advantage PPO Plans
PPO, or Preferred Provider Organization, plans give Medicare beneficiaries the ability to see a wide range of providers. These plans cover in-network care at the lowest cost but also include the option to use out-of-network providers for a higher fee, offering added choice compared with other plan types.
How many PPO plans are available in Barbour, AL?
In 2027, Barbour offers 18 PPO plans with 956 enrollees.
What is the average monthly premium for PPO plans in Barbour?
On average, PPO plans in Barbour cost $13.08 per month.
Which PPO plan has the highest enrollment in Barbour?
The most popular PPO in Barbour is Blue Advantage Complete (PPO), covering 298 beneficiaries.
Medicare Advantage HMO Plans
HMO plans are designed around a set network of doctors and hospitals. Staying within that network is usually required for coverage, but this arrangement often results in lower overall costs, including both premiums and out-of-pocket expenses, for plan members.
| Plan Name | CMS Stars* | Premium/Mo | MOOP | Rx Ded. | CMS ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Humana Gold Plus H4461-078 | $0 | $6,360 | $700 | H4461 078 0 | |
| Humana Gold Plus H4461-079 | $36 | $4,900 | $700 | H4461 079 0 | |
| Humana USAA Honor Giveback | $0 | $4,150 | N/A | H4461 075 0 | |
| Humana Gold Plus H5619-089 | $0 | $7,150 | $700 | H5619 089 0 | |
| Aetna Medicare Signature Care | $0 | $6,750 | $400 | H3239 020 0 |
What is the average monthly premium for HMO plans?
On average, HMO plans in Barbour cost $7.20 per month.
Which HMO plan is most popular in Barbour?
The leading HMO in Barbour is Humana Gold Plus H4461-079 (HMO), with 98 members.
How many HMO plans in Barbour do not include drug coverage?
There are 1 HMO plans available in Barbour without Part D benefits.
How many HMO plans are available in Barbour?
Barbour offers 5 HMO plans for 2027, with 200 enrolled.
Medicare Advantage HMO-POS Plans
HMO-POS plans are structured like HMOs, requiring in-network care for the lowest costs, but they also permit some use of out-of-network doctors and hospitals. Those services are generally more expensive, but the added access can be valuable for people who don’t want to be fully limited to a single network.
- Total HMO-POS Plans
- 7
- Average Premium
- $12.57/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled
- 489
- $0 Premium HMO-POS
- 5
- Average MOOP
- $6,529
- Most Popular HMO-POS
- AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC AL-3 (HMO-POS) with 265 enrollees
- HMO-POS Without Drug Coverage
- 2
| Plan Name | CMS Stars* | Premium/Mo | MOOP | Rx Ded. | CMS ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC AL-3 | $0 | $6,300 | $685 | H2802 041 0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Extras from UHC AL-7 | $0 | $7,150 | $685 | H2802 087 0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC AL-0001 | $0 | $7,150 | $685 | H0432 003 0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC AL-0002 | $45 | $5,400 | $685 | H0432 004 0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC AL-6 | $43 | $5,400 | $685 | H2802 079 0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx AL-MA01 | $0 | $7,150 | N/A | H0432 012 0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx AL-MA2 | $0 | $7,150 | N/A | H2802 086 0 |
What is the total number of HMO-POS plans in Barbour?
Barbour offers 7 HMO-POS plans with 489 members.
How much do HMO-POS plans cost on average in Barbour?
On average, HMO-POS plans in Barbour cost $12.57 per month.
What is the leading HMO-POS plan in Barbour?
The leading HMO-POS in Barbour is AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC AL-3 (HMO-POS), with 265 members.
What is the number of HMO-POS plans without Part D coverage in Barbour?
There are 2 HMO-POS plans in Barbour without Part D benefits.
The table below shows the quality ratings for Medicare Advantage plans offered in Barbour County, AL for 2027.
| Rating Category | Number of Plans | Percent of Plans |
|---|---|---|
| 5 Stars | No 5-star plans available. | 0% |
| 4 Stars (includes 5 Stars) | 16 | 53% |
| 3 Stars | 14 | 47% |
| Below 3 Stars | 0 | 0% |
| Not Rated | 0 | 0% |
| Average Rating | 3.92 | |
For residents of Barbour County, signing up for a Medicare Advantage plan isn’t just about benefits—it’s about timing. Learning the key enrollment periods ensures you don’t lose access to the coverage that works best for you.
When You Can Sign Up
- Initial Enrollment Period (IEP): Lasting seven months around your 65th birthday, this period lets you enroll in Medicare for the first time. You may also choose a Medicare Advantage plan during this time. Learn more
- Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period (MA OEP): Between January 1 and March 31, people already enrolled in Medicare Advantage can make a one-time change—switch to another plan or return to Original Medicare. Learn more
- Annual Enrollment Period (AEP): This yearly window, running October 15 to December 7, gives you the opportunity to join, switch, or drop Medicare Advantage and Part D plans. Learn more
- Special Enrollment Periods (SEPs): Certain qualifying events, such as a change in residence or loss of existing coverage, may allow you to enroll in or change Medicare Advantage plans outside of the usual enrollment windows. Learn more
Ways to Enroll in Medicare Advantage
- Talk with a Licensed Agent: Licensed agents at HealthCompare can explain your Medicare Advantage choices. Reach them at 1-833-748-3201 (TTY 711), Monday–Friday 5am–6pm and Saturday 6am–5pm PST.
- Contact the Plan Provider Directly: You may enroll through a plan provider’s website or speak with their customer support staff to complete your application.
- Use Medicare.gov: Visit Medicare.gov to shop for plans, review benefits, and submit your enrollment electronically.
The MA and MAPD plans on this page are available to people on Medicare enrolled in both Medicare Part A and Part B living in Clayton, Clio, Eufaula, Louisville, and all other areas of Barbour County, Alabama. For a broader view of coverage choices across the state, see Medicare plan options in Alabama.
Plans Offered through Medicare.org
Medicare Advantage and Part D plans and benefits offered by the following carriers: Aetna Medicare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Aspire Health Plan, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan, Dean Health Plan, Devoted Health, Florida Blue Medicare, Freedom Health, Health Care Service Corporation, HealthSpring℠, HealthSun, Healthy Blue, Humana, Molina Healthcare, Mutual of Omaha, Medica Central Health Plan, Optimum HealthCare, Premera Blue Cross, SCAN Health Plan, Simply, UnitedHealthcare®, Wellcare, WellPoint
- CMS.gov, Landscape Source Files — Version: CY2027 Landscape (202609.1)
- CMS.gov, Medicare Part C & D Performance — Version: 2027 Star Ratings Data Tables
- CMS.gov, Plan Benefits Package — Version: PBP Benefits-2027
- CMS.gov, Medicare Advantage/Part D Contract and Enrollment Data — Version: 2026-09
Some facts and percentages shown on this page (such as average premiums, distribution of plan types, and percentage of $0 premium plans) are calculated by Medicare.org using data from the CMS Landscape file, Plan Benefits Package (PBP) files and Part C & D Performance files. All underlying values originate from CMS, and calculations are refreshed whenever CMS issues updated data. Enrollment counts and rankings (such as Top 3 plans by enrollment) are derived from CMS monthly enrollment files and aggregated at the county level.
Medicare.org separates Medicare Advantage (MA/MAPD) plans and Special Needs Plans (SNPs) into different pages for clarity. As a result, plan counts, percentages, and other calculations shown here may differ from the aggregate totals published in the CMS Landscape files. All plan availability and benefit details originate from CMS.
Learn more about how we use CMS data.
- Medicare.gov, "Compare types of Medicare Advantage Plans" — Last accessed 25 May, 2025
- Medicare.gov, "Compare Original Medicare & Medicare Advantage" — Last accessed 25 May, 2025
- NCOA.org, "5 Steps to Choosing the Right Medicare Plan for You" — Last accessed 25 May, 2025
Some facts and percentages shown on this page (such as average premiums, distribution of plan types, and percentage of $0 premium plans) are calculated by Medicare.org using data from the CMS Plan Benefits Package (PBP) files and Part C & D Performance files. All underlying values originate from CMS, and calculations are refreshed whenever CMS issues updated data.
To explore how 2027 Medicare Advantage plans available in Barbour County compare with plans offered elsewhere, you can search the Medicare Advantage plan directory to review options nationwide using the same authoritative data sources.
Medicare.org is owned and operated by Health Network Group, LLC, an Allstate company. Medicare.org provides information only and is not connected with or endorsed by the U.S. Government or the federal Medicare program.
Data provenance documentation is maintained in alignment with the U.S. Core Data for Interoperability (USCDI) Provenance standard.
Page content independently curated and maintained by David W. Bynon, Editorial Steward, using a standardized, data-driven methodology for accurate Medicare coverage interpretation and resolution.