Medicare Advantage Plans in Medina County, TX:
Your Complete 2027 Guide
In Medina County, TX, Medicare beneficiaries have 41 Medicare Advantage plans to consider for 2027. Among them, 31 are offered at a $0 premium. About 3,080 people in the County are currently enrolled, and 61% of plans are rated 4 stars or higher. Special Needs Plans are not included in the figures shown above. Explore SNP options for Medina County, TX here. For a broader view beyond Medicare Advantage, see all Medicare coverage options in Medina 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.
What is the total number of PPO plans offered in Medina?
Medina County has 19 PPO plans for 2027, with enrollment of 630.
How much do PPO plans cost on average in Medina?
The mean monthly PPO premium in Medina is $20.47, and 13 plans have no premium.
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
- $2.73/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled
- 1,473
- $0 Premium HMOs
- 12
- Average MOOP
- $5,047
- Most Popular HMO
- Humana Gold Plus H0028-030 (HMO) with 776 enrollees
- HMOs Without Drug Coverage
- 3
| Health Plan Name | CMS Rating* | Premium Per Mo | MOOP | PDP Ded. | CMS Plan ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DEVOTED CORE 003 TX | $0 | $3,900 | $461 | H7993 003 0 | |
| DEVOTED GIVEBACK 021 TX | $0 | $9,850 | $461 | H7993 021 0 | |
| DEVOTED GIVEBACK EXTRAS 116 TX | $0 | $6,600 | $700 | H7993 116 0 | |
| DEVOTED MA ONLY 020 TX | $0 | $9,250 | N/A | H7993 020 0 | |
| DEVOTED PREMIUM 004 TX | $5 | $3,900 | $650 | H7993 004 0 | |
| Humana Gold Plus H0028-030 | $0 | $3,900 | $700 | H0028 030 0 | |
| Humana Gold Plus H0028-070 | $12 | $3,400 | $700 | H0028 070 0 | |
| Humana Gold Plus H4461-053 | $24 | $3,400 | $700 | H4461 053 0 | |
| Humana Gold Plus H4461-058 | $0 | $3,900 | $700 | H4461 058 0 | |
| HealthSpring Courage | $0 | $4,300 | N/A | H4513 009 0 | |
| HealthSpring Preferred | $0 | $4,450 | $500 | H4513 061 4 | |
| HealthSpring Preferred Savings | $0 | $7,150 | $300 | H4513 083 4 | |
| Wellcare Patriot Simple | $0 | $3,400 | N/A | H5294 014 0 | |
| Wellcare Simple | $0 | $4,400 | $700 | H5294 017 0 | |
| Aetna Medicare Signature Extra | $0 | $3,900 | $300 | H4523 001 0 |
- What is the average monthly premium for HMO plans?
- On average, HMO plans in Medina cost $2.73 per month.
- Which HMO plan is most popular in Medina?
- The leading HMO in Medina is Humana Gold Plus H0028-030 (HMO), with 776 members.
- How many HMO plans in Medina do not include drug coverage?
- There are 3 HMO plans available in Medina without Part D benefits.
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 6
- Average Premium $7.50/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled 977
- $0 Premium HMO-POS 5
- Average MOOP $6,342
- Most Popular HMO-POS AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC TX-21 (HMO-POS) with 380 enrollees
- HMO-POS Without Drug Coverage 1
| Health Plan Name | CMS Rating* | Premium Per Mo | MOOP | PDP Ded. | CMS Plan ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC TX-21 | $0 | $4,200 | $595 | H0609 050 0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Extras from UHC TX-28 | $0 | $5,500 | $700 | H0609 063 0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TX-0043 | $45 | $4,200 | $595 | H0609 071 0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Giveback from UHC TX-40 | $0 | $7,150 | $215 | H0609 067 0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx TX-MA03 | $0 | $7,150 | N/A | H0609 056 0 | |
| Wellpoint Medicare Advantage 2 | $0 | $9,850 | $105 | H2593 029 0 |
What is the total number of HMO-POS plans in Medina?
There are 6 HMO-POS plans in 2027, covering 977 beneficiaries.
How much do HMO-POS plans cost on average in Medina?
The average HMO-POS premium is $7.50, with 5 costing $0.
What is the leading HMO-POS plan in Medina?
AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC TX-21 (HMO-POS) is the most popular HMO-POS plan in Medina, with 380 enrollees.
What is the number of HMO-POS plans without Part D coverage in Medina?
1 HMO-POS plans in Medina do not include drug coverage.
Medicare Advantage PFFS Plans
With a PFFS plan, you can see any Medicare-approved provider who agrees to the plan’s conditions and payment structure. These plans offer broader choice compared to network-based options, but coverage depends on provider participation, so always confirm acceptance in advance.
- Total PFFS Plans
- 1
- Average Premium
- $0.00/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled
- 0
- $0 Premium PFFS
- 1
- Average MOOP
- $9,850
- Most Popular PFFS
- with 0 enrollees
- PFFS Without Drug Coverage
- 1
| Health Plan Name | CMS Rating* | Premium Per Mo | MOOP | PDP Ded. | CMS Plan ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Humana Gold Choice H8145-126 | $0 | $9,850 | N/A | H8145 126 0 |
What is the average monthly premium for PFFS plans?
On average, PFFS plans in Medina cost $0.00 per month.
Which PFFS plan is most popular in Medina?
The leading PFFS plan in Medina is , with 0 members.
How many PFFS plans in Medina do not include drug coverage?
There are 1 PFFS plans in Medina without Part D benefits.
The table below shows the quality ratings for Medicare Advantage plans offered in Medina County, TX for 2027.
| Rating Category | Number of Plans | Percent of Plans |
|---|---|---|
| 5 Stars | 2 | 5% |
| 4 Stars (includes 5 Stars) | 25 | 61% |
| 3 Stars | 16 | 39% |
| Below 3 Stars | 0 | 0% |
| Not Rated | 0 | 0% |
| Average Rating | 3.96 | |
In Medina 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): Each fall, from October 15 to December 7, Medicare beneficiaries can review their coverage and make changes for the next plan 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 Castroville, Devine, La Coste, Mico, Natalia, D Hanis, Hondo, and all other areas of Medina County, Texas. For a broader view of coverage choices across the state, see Medicare plan options in Texas.
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, "Your coverage options" — Last accessed 25 May, 2025
- AARP.org, "The Big Choice: Original Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage" — 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 Medina 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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