Medicare Advantage Plans in Cleveland County, AR:
Your Complete 2026 Guide
Cleveland County, AR offers 23 Medicare Advantage plans in 2026. This includes 19 with $0 monthly premiums. Currently, about 204 beneficiaries in the County are enrolled, and 39% of available plans have a 4-star rating or higher. Special Needs Plans are not included in the figures shown above. Explore SNP options for Cleveland County, AR here.
Page last revised:
Enrollment data refreshed: May 2, 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 12
- Average Premium $16.83/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled 144
- $0 Premium PPOs 9
- Average MOOP $6,275
- Most Popular PPO AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC AR-0004 (PPO) with 54 enrollees
- PPOs Without Drug Coverage 3
| Health Plan Name | CMS Rating* | Premium Per Mo | MOOP | PDP Ded. | CMS Plan ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Humana USAA Honor Giveback | $0 | $4,700 | N/A | H7617 012 0 | |
| HumanaChoice Giveback H7617-056 | $0 | $7,925 | $0 | H7617 056 0 | |
| HumanaChoice H7617-066 | $0 | $5,250 | $420 | H7617 066 0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC AR-0004 | $0 | $6,200 | $520 | H1889 014 0 | |
| Humana USAA Honor Giveback | $0 | $4,700 | N/A | H5216 278 1 | |
| HumanaChoice Giveback H5216-264 | $0 | $7,925 | $0 | H5216 264 0 | |
| HumanaChoice H5216-083 | $46 | $6,750 | $615 | H5216 083 0 | |
| HumanaChoice H5216-231 | $0 | $4,500 | $420 | H5216 231 0 | |
| HumanaChoice H5216-337 | $0 | $5,150 | $420 | H5216 337 3 | |
| UHC Medicare Advantage AM-0002 | $106 | $9,250 | $600 | R3444 012 0 | |
| Humana USAA Honor Giveback | $0 | $5,500 | N/A | R1532 001 0 | |
| HumanaChoice R1532-002 | $50 | $7,450 | $615 | R1532 002 0 |
What is the most popular PPO plan in Cleveland?
AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC AR-0004 (PPO) is the top PPO in Cleveland, with 54 enrollees.
What is the number of PPO plans without Part D coverage in Cleveland?
There are 3 PPO plans in Cleveland without prescription drug coverage.
Medicare Advantage HMO-POS Plans
HMO Point-of-Service (HMO-POS) plans blend elements of HMO and PPO coverage. You can see providers outside the network, but out-of-network services typically cost more. This type of plan may appeal to people who like the lower costs of an HMO but also want occasional flexibility to go out of network.
- Total HMO-POS Plans 11
- Average Premium $3.55/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled 60
- $0 Premium HMO-POS 10
- Average MOOP $6,700
- Most Popular HMO-POS AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC AR-1 (HMO-POS) with 22 enrollees
- HMO-POS Without Drug Coverage 3
| Health Plan Name | CMS Rating* | Premium Per Mo | MOOP | PDP Ded. | CMS Plan ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC AR-1 | $0 | $5,700 | $440 | H2802 060 0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Extras from UHC AR-7 | $0 | $6,700 | $440 | H2802 078 0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC AR-0002 | $39 | $5,700 | $440 | H2802 061 0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Giveback from UHC AR-3 | $0 | $9,250 | $600 | H2802 063 0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx AR-MA01 | $0 | $6,700 | N/A | H2802 062 0 | |
| Wellcare Giveback | $0 | $8,000 | $615 | H9630 008 0 | |
| Wellcare Patriot Giveback Preferred | $0 | $4,900 | N/A | H9630 015 0 | |
| Wellcare Simple | $0 | $6,700 | $615 | H9630 002 0 | |
| Wellcare Giveback Dividend | $0 | $7,550 | $485 | H1416 064 0 | |
| Wellcare Patriot Giveback | $0 | $6,500 | N/A | H1416 058 0 | |
| Wellcare Simple Preferred | $0 | $6,000 | $615 | H1416 055 0 |
What is the total number of HMO-POS plans in Cleveland?
In 2026, Cleveland has 11 HMO-POS plans, with 60 enrollees.
How much do HMO-POS plans cost on average in Cleveland?
The mean monthly HMO-POS premium is $3.55, and 10 have no premium.
The table below shows the quality ratings for Medicare Advantage plans offered in Cleveland County, AR for 2026.
| Rating Category | Number of Plans | Percent of Plans |
|---|---|---|
| 5 Stars | No 5-star plans available. | 0% |
| 4 Stars (includes 5 Stars) | 9 | 39% |
| 3 Stars | 12 | 52% |
| Below 3 Stars | 2 | 9% |
| Not Rated | 0 | 0% |
| Average Rating | 3.59 | |
For residents of Cleveland 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): From October 15 through December 7 each year, you can make changes to your Medicare coverage for the following year. 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 Kingsland, Rison, and all other areas of Cleveland County, Arkansas.
Plans Offered for Enrollment through Medicare.org
Medicare Advantage and Part D plans and benefits offered by the following carriers: 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, Capital Blue Cross, Dean Health Plan, Devoted Health, Florida Blue Medicare, Freedom Health, GlobalHealth, 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(R), Wellcare, WellPoint
- CMS.gov, Landscape Source Files — Last accessed September 26, 2025
- CMS.gov, Medicare Part C & D Performance — Last accessed October 10, 2025
- CMS.gov, Plan Benefits Package — Last accessed October 13, 2025
- CMS.gov, Medicare Advantage/Part D Contract and Enrollment Data — Last accessed May 2, 2026
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.
- CMS.gov, "Medicare Advantage Plan Fact Sheet" — Last accessed 25 May, 2025
- Medicare.gov, "Your coverage options" — Last accessed 25 May, 2025
- Medicare.gov, "Joining a plan" — 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 2026 Medicare Advantage plans available in Cleveland 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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