Medicare Advantage Plans in Norman County, MN:
Your Complete 2026 Guide
In Norman County, MN, Medicare beneficiaries have 10 Medicare Advantage plans to consider for 2026. Among them, 5 are offered at a $0 premium. About 623 people in the County are currently enrolled, and 50% of plans are rated 4 stars or higher. Special Needs Plans are not included in the figures shown above. Explore SNP options for Norman County, MN 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 10
- Average Premium $63.98/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled 623
- $0 Premium PPOs 5
- Average MOOP $4,945
- Most Popular PPO Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Choice (PPO) with 222 enrollees
- PPOs Without Drug Coverage 2
| Health Plan Name | CMS Rating* | Premium Per Mo | MOOP | PDP Ded. | CMS Plan ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Choice | $121 | $3,800 | $400 | H5959 014 2 | |
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Comfort | $62 | $4,500 | $550 | H5959 016 0 | |
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Complete | $243 | $3,400 | $200 | H5959 010 2 | |
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Core | $0 | $6,750 | $615 | H5959 013 2 | |
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Freedom Blue | $0 | $5,500 | N/A | H5959 018 0 | |
| Medica Advantage Solution H8889-002 | $120 | $4,200 | $355 | H8889 002 0 | |
| Medica Advantage Solution H8889-005 | $0 | $6,750 | $615 | H8889 005 0 | |
| Medica Advantage Solution H8889-009 | $0 | $6,750 | N/A | H8889 009 0 | |
| Align ChoiceElite | $94 | $3,000 | $300 | H3186 001 0 | |
| Align ChoicePlus | $0 | $4,800 | $450 | H3186 002 0 |
What is the total number of PPO plans offered in Norman?
There are 10 PPO plans in 2026, covering 623 beneficiaries.
How much do PPO plans cost on average in Norman?
The average PPO premium is $63.98, with 5 costing $0.
What is the most popular PPO plan in Norman?
Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Choice (PPO) is the top PPO in Norman, with 222 enrollees.
What is the number of PPO plans without Part D coverage in Norman?
There are 2 PPO plans in Norman without prescription drug coverage.
The table below shows the quality ratings for Medicare Advantage plans offered in Norman County, MN for 2026.
| Rating Category | Number of Plans | Percent of Plans |
|---|---|---|
| 5 Stars | No 5-star plans available. | 0% |
| 4 Stars (includes 5 Stars) | 5 | 50% |
| 3 Stars | 5 | 50% |
| Below 3 Stars | 0 | 0% |
| Not Rated | 0 | 0% |
| Average Rating | 3.9 | |
In Norman County, Medicare Advantage enrollment follows specific timelines. Understanding these options—whether it’s your first time enrolling or switching plans—helps you choose coverage that matches your health and budget.
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
How to Sign Up for a Medicare Advantage Plan
- Licensed Agent Assistance: For one-on-one guidance, contact HealthCompare at 1-833-748-3201 (TTY 711). Agents are available Monday through Friday 5am–6pm and Saturday 6am–5pm PST.
- 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 Ada, Twin Valley, and all other areas of Norman County, Minnesota.
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.
- Medicare.gov, "Compare types of Medicare Advantage Plans" — 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 Norman 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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