Medicare Advantage Plans in Newton County, MS:
Your Complete 2027 Guide
Newton County, MS offers 22 Medicare Advantage plans in 2027. This includes 17 with $0 monthly premiums. Currently, about 702 beneficiaries in the County are enrolled, and 65% 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 Newton County, MS here. For a broader view beyond Medicare Advantage, see all Medicare coverage options in Newton 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 13
- Average Premium $24.77/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled 410
- $0 Premium PPOs 9
- Average MOOP $6,615
- Most Popular PPO HumanaChoice H5216-136 (PPO) with 115 enrollees
- PPOs Without Drug Coverage 3
| Health Plan Name | CMS Rating* | Premium Per Mo | MOOP | PDP Ded. | CMS Plan ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC MS-0002 | $57 | $6,500 | $685 | H8768 030 0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC MS-0003 | $10 | $7,150 | $685 | H8768 034 0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Giveback from UHC MS-4 | $0 | $7,150 | $685 | H8768 040 0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx MS-MA01 | $0 | $7,150 | N/A | H8768 031 0 | |
| DEVOTED CHOICE 001 MS | $0 | $5,400 | $650 | H7355 001 0 | |
| DEVOTED CHOICE GIVEBACK 002 MS | $0 | $9,850 | $461 | H7355 002 0 | |
| DEVOTED CHOICE GIVEBACK EXTRAS 012 MS | $0 | $7,500 | $700 | H7355 012 0 | |
| Humana USAA Honor Giveback | $0 | $4,700 | N/A | H5216 200 0 | |
| HumanaChoice H5216-136 | $43 | $6,500 | $700 | H5216 136 0 | |
| Humana Full Access | $212 | $3,800 | $200 | R0110 003 0 | |
| HumanaChoice R0110-001 | $0 | $9,000 | N/A | R0110 001 0 | |
| Wellcare Simple Open | $0 | $7,100 | $700 | H0074 001 0 | |
| Healthy Mississippi Preferred | $0 | $4,200 | $0 | H1823 001 0 |
What is the most popular PPO plan in Newton?
HumanaChoice H5216-136 (PPO) is the top PPO in Newton, with 115 enrollees.
What is the number of PPO plans without Part D coverage in Newton?
There are 3 PPO plans in Newton 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 9
- Average Premium $4.89/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled 292
- $0 Premium HMO-POS 8
- Average MOOP $6,689
- Most Popular HMO-POS AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC MS-1 (HMO-POS) with 221 enrollees
- HMO-POS Without Drug Coverage 0
| Health Plan Name | CMS Rating* | Premium Per Mo | MOOP | PDP Ded. | CMS Plan ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AARP Medicare Advantage Direct OTC from UHC MS-8 | $0 | $5,900 | $440 | H5253 222 0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Direct Plus from UHC MS-9 | $0 | $5,900 | $440 | H5253 223 0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC MS-1 | $0 | $5,900 | $595 | H5253 141 0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Extras from UHC MS-7 | $0 | $7,150 | $685 | H5253 221 0 | |
| Wellcare Assist | $0 | $6,900 | $700 | H1416 068 0 | |
| Wellcare Giveback | $0 | $9,250 | $700 | H1416 065 0 | |
| Wellcare Low Premium | $44 | $6,800 | $700 | H1416 026 0 | |
| Wellcare Simple | $0 | $8,200 | $700 | H1416 086 2 | |
| Healthy Mississippi Premier Advantage | $0 | $4,200 | $0 | H8879 001 0 |
What is the total number of HMO-POS plans in Newton?
In 2027, Newton has 9 HMO-POS plans, with 292 enrollees.
How much do HMO-POS plans cost on average in Newton?
The mean monthly HMO-POS premium is $4.89, and 8 have no premium.
The table below shows the quality ratings for Medicare Advantage plans offered in Newton County, MS for 2027.
| Rating Category | Number of Plans | Percent of Plans |
|---|---|---|
| 5 Stars | No 5-star plans available. | 0% |
| 4 Stars (includes 5 Stars) | 13 | 65% |
| 3 Stars | 7 | 35% |
| Below 3 Stars | 0 | 0% |
| Not Rated | 2 | 9% |
| Average Rating | 3.7 | |
For residents of Newton 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 1-833-748-3201 (TTY 711), available Mon-Fri 8AM-10PM, Sat 9AM-8PM EST, 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 Conehatta, Chunky, Decatur, Hickory, Lawrence, Little Rock, Newton, and all other areas of Newton County, Mississippi. For a broader view of coverage choices across the state, see Medicare plan options in Mississippi.
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.
- 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 2027 Medicare Advantage plans available in Newton 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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