Medicare Advantage Plans in Blount County, AL:
Your Complete 2027 Guide
For 2027, residents of Blount County, AL can choose from 42 Medicare Advantage plan options. Of these, 28 cost nothing beyond the Part B premium. Enrollment in the County stands at approximately 5,290, with 48% of plans achieving 4 stars or better. Special Needs Plans are not included in the figures shown above. Explore SNP options for Blount County, AL here. For a broader view beyond Medicare Advantage, see all Medicare coverage options in Blount 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
Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plans offer flexibility by allowing you to see both in-network and out-of-network providers. Out-of-network care usually costs more, but PPOs may appeal to people who want more choice in doctors and hospitals.
- Total PPO Plans 20
- Average Premium $13.69/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled 1,989
- $0 Premium PPOs 12
- Average MOOP $6,743
- Most Popular PPO Blue Advantage Complete (PPO) with 1,444 enrollees
- PPOs Without Drug Coverage 4
How many PPO plans are available in Blount, AL?
In 2027, Blount offers 20 PPO plans with 1,989 enrollees.
What is the average monthly premium for PPO plans in Blount?
On average, PPO plans in Blount cost $13.69 per month.
Medicare Advantage HMO Plans
With an HMO, you’ll typically get care from providers and facilities in the plan’s network. In exchange for this limitation, HMO plans usually feature lower monthly premiums and reduced cost-sharing, which can help enrollees better manage their healthcare expenses.
- Total HMO Plans
- 15
- Average Premium
- $12.20/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled
- 2,468
- $0 Premium HMOs
- 11
- Average MOOP
- $6,687
- Most Popular HMO
- VIVA Medicare Plus (HMO) with 1,379 enrollees
- HMOs Without Drug Coverage
- 3
| Health Plan Name | CMS Rating* | Premium Per Mo | MOOP | PDP Ded. | CMS Plan 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 | |
| VIVA Medicare Plus | $0 | $9,250 | $450 | H0154 015 2 | |
| VIVA Medicare Premier | $99 | $6,500 | $350 | H0154 011 0 | |
| VIVA Medicare Select | $0 | $9,250 | N/A | H0154 008 0 | |
| Aetna Medicare Signature Care | $0 | $6,750 | $400 | H3239 020 0 | |
| Aetna Medicare Signature Extra Care | $23 | $5,900 | $400 | H3239 031 0 | |
| DEVOTED CORE 001 AL | $0 | $5,700 | $465 | H3080 001 0 | |
| DEVOTED GIVEBACK 002 AL | $0 | $9,850 | $461 | H3080 002 0 | |
| HealthSpring Courage | $0 | $5,750 | N/A | H4513 045 0 | |
| HealthSpring Preferred | $0 | $5,550 | $400 | H4513 077 1 | |
| HealthSpring Preferred Extra Savings | $0 | $8,500 | $300 | H4513 088 0 | |
| HealthSpring Preferred Plus | $25 | $4,750 | $400 | H4513 087 1 |
What is the average monthly premium for HMO plans?
On average, HMO plans in Blount cost $12.20 per month.
Which HMO plan is most popular in Blount?
The leading HMO in Blount is VIVA Medicare Plus (HMO), with 1,379 members.
How many HMO plans in Blount do not include drug coverage?
There are 3 HMO plans available in Blount without Part D benefits.
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
- 833
- $0 Premium HMO-POS
- 5
- Average MOOP
- $6,529
- Most Popular HMO-POS
- AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC AL-3 (HMO-POS) with 686 enrollees
- HMO-POS Without Drug Coverage
- 2
| Health Plan Name | CMS Rating* | Premium Per Mo | MOOP | PDP Ded. | CMS Plan 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 |
How many HMO-POS plans are available in Blount?
Blount offers 7 HMO-POS plans with 833 members.
What is the average monthly premium for HMO-POS plans?
On average, HMO-POS plans in Blount cost $12.57 per month.
The table below shows the quality ratings for Medicare Advantage plans offered in Blount 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) | 20 | 48% |
| 3 Stars | 22 | 52% |
| Below 3 Stars | 0 | 0% |
| Not Rated | 0 | 0% |
| Average Rating | 3.82 | |
For residents of Blount 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): Life events like moving to a new service area, losing other health coverage, or becoming eligible for assistance may open a Special Enrollment Period to adjust your Medicare coverage. Learn more
Ways to Enroll in Medicare Advantage
- Consult a Licensed Agent: Call a licensed insurance agent at HealthCompare 1-833-748-3201 (TTY 711), available Monday through Friday 5am–6pm and Saturday 6am–5pm PST, for help reviewing your Medicare options.
- Contact the Plan Provider Directly: Start enrollment by reaching out to the plan provider through their website or by phone with their member services team.
- Use Medicare.gov: At Medicare.gov, you can compare Medicare Advantage plans side by side and enroll securely online.
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 Blountsville, Cleveland, Hayden, Locust Fork, Oneonta, Remlap, and all other areas of Blount 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 Blount County compare with plans offered elsewhere, you can search the Medicare Advantage plan directory to review options nationwide using the same authoritative data sources.
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