Medicare Advantage Plans in Dane County, WI:
Your Complete 2025 Guide
For 2025, residents of Dane County, WI can choose from 36 Medicare Advantage plan options. Of these, 17 cost nothing beyond the Part B premium. Enrollment in the County stands at approximately 19,941, with 64% of plans achieving 4 stars or better. This page and its statistics exclude Special Needs Plans (SNPs). See Medicare Special Needs Plans available in Dane County, WI.
Last update: . Enrollment data last updated: September 16, 2025
* CMS rates Medicare Advantage plans annually using a 5-star system. Data sources
Medicare Advantage PPO Plans
Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plans allow members to choose care from both in-network and out-of-network providers. While using out-of-network doctors or hospitals usually means higher costs, PPOs may appeal to people who want more flexibility in how they access their healthcare.
- Total PPO Plans
- 17
- Average Premium
- $39.00/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled
- 5,997
- $0 Premium PPOs
- 8
- Average MOOP
- $5,612
- Most Popular PPO
- AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC WI-0007 (PPO) with 1,675 enrollees
- PPOs Without Drug Coverage
- 6
| Plan Name | CMS Stars* | Premium/Mo | MOOP | Rx Ded. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aetna Medicare Eagle | $0 | $4,900 | N/A | |
| Aetna Medicare Enhanced Select | $166 | $1,500 | $590 | |
| Aetna Medicare Premier | $14 | $4,200 | $0 | |
| Aetna Medicare Smart Plus | $57 | $5,000 | $590 | |
| Aetna Medicare Value | $0 | $4,900 | $590 | |
| Anthem Medicare Advantage | $0 | $4,700 | $195 | |
| Anthem Veteran | $0 | $6,751 | N/A | |
| Humana Full Access H5216-168 | $155 | $4,150 | $590 | |
| Humana USAA Honor Giveback | $0 | $6,750 | N/A | |
| Humana USAA Honor Giveback | $0 | $5,500 | N/A | |
| Humana USAA Honor Giveback | $0 | $5,500 | N/A | |
| Humana Value Plus H5216-173 | $39 | $9,350 | $590 | |
| HumanaChoice H5216-006 | $37 | $4,900 | $250 | |
| HumanaChoice R5361-002 | $104 | $7,200 | $590 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC WI-0002 | $55 | $6,700 | $495 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC WI-0007 | $36 | $6,700 | $420 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx WI-MA01 | $0 | $6,700 | N/A |
- What is the average monthly premium for PPO plans in Dane?
- On average, PPO plans in Dane cost $39.00 per month.
- Which PPO plan has the highest enrollment in Dane?
- The most popular PPO in Dane is AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC WI-0007 (PPO), covering 1,675 beneficiaries.
- How many PPO plans in Dane do not include prescription drug coverage?
- 6 PPO plans available in Dane do not include Part D benefits.
Medicare Advantage HMO Plans
HMO plans are designed around a set network of doctors and hospitals. Staying within that network is usually required for coverage, but this arrangement often results in lower overall costs, including both premiums and out-of-pocket expenses, for plan members.
| Plan Name | CMS Stars* | Premium/Mo | MOOP | Rx Ded. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dean Advantage Complete | $256 | $2,000 | $0 | |
| Dean Advantage Essential | $0 | $5,500 | $420 | |
| Humana Gold Plus H6622-001 | $0 | $4,150 | $250 |
What is the total number of HMO plans offered in Dane?
There are 3 HMO plans in 2025, covering 3,859 beneficiaries.
How much do HMO plans cost on average in Dane?
The average HMO premium is $85.33, with 2 costing $0.
What is the top HMO by enrollment in Dane?
Humana Gold Plus H6622-001 (HMO) is the most popular HMO plan in Dane, with 1,835 enrollees.
What is the number of HMO plans without Part D coverage in Dane?
0 HMO plans in Dane do not include prescription drug coverage.
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
- 12
- Average Premium
- $48.48/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled
- 5,208
- $0 Premium HMO-POS
- 6
- Average MOOP
- $4,233
- Most Popular HMO-POS
- Dean Advantage Balance (HMO-POS) with 1,860 enrollees
- HMO-POS Without Drug Coverage
- 3
| Plan Name | CMS Stars* | Premium/Mo | MOOP | Rx Ded. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AARP Medicare Advantage CareFlex from UHC WI-18 | $0 | $6,700 | $495 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC WI-0012 | $34 | $4,900 | $340 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC WI-0017 | $0 | $6,700 | $340 | |
| Security Health Plan of Wisconsin, Inc. Compass | $0 | $3,400 | N/A | |
| Dean Advantage Assurance | $53 | $4,500 | $300 | |
| Dean Advantage Balance | $102 | $3,650 | $200 | |
| Dean Advantage Harmony | $0 | $4,900 | N/A | |
| Essence Rx | $75 | $3,400 | $330 | |
| Esteem Rx | $0 | $5,000 | $250 | |
| Legacy Rx | $247 | $2,000 | $0 | |
| Security Health Plan of Wisconsin, Inc. Spirit | $70 | $1,500 | N/A | |
| Anthem Medicare Advantage | $0 | $4,151 | $150 |
What is the average monthly premium for HMO-POS plans?
On average, HMO-POS plans in Dane cost $48.48 per month.
Which HMO-POS plan is most popular in Dane?
The leading HMO-POS in Dane is Dean Advantage Balance (HMO-POS), with 1,860 members.
How many HMO-POS plans in Dane do not include drug coverage?
There are 3 HMO-POS plans in Dane without Part D benefits.
Medicare Advantage PFFS Plans
Private Fee-for-Service (PFFS) plans let members visit any Medicare-approved provider that accepts the plan’s payment rules and terms. This structure gives you more flexibility in selecting doctors and hospitals, but it’s important to check provider acceptance before receiving care.
- Total PFFS Plans 1
- Average Premium $38.00/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled 217
- $0 Premium PFFS 0
- Average MOOP $7,000
- Most Popular PFFS Humana Gold Choice H8145-006 (PFFS) with 217 enrollees
- PFFS Without Drug Coverage 0
| Plan Name | CMS Stars* | Premium/Mo | MOOP | Rx Ded. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Humana Gold Choice H8145-006 | $38 | $7,000 | $590 |
What is the top PFFS plan in Dane?
Humana Gold Choice H8145-006 (PFFS) is the most popular PFFS plan in Dane, with 217 enrollees.
What is the number of PFFS plans without Part D coverage in Dane?
0 PFFS plans in Dane do not include prescription drug coverage.
The table below shows the quality ratings for Medicare Advantage plans offered in Dane County, WI for 2025.
| Rating Category | Number of Plans | Percent of Plans |
|---|---|---|
| 5 Stars | No 5-star plans available. | 0% |
| 4 Stars (includes 5 Stars) | 21 | 64% |
| 3 Stars | 12 | 36% |
| Below 3 Stars | 0 | 0% |
| Not Rated | 3 | 8% |
| Average Rating | 3.85 | |
Medicare Advantage comes with strict enrollment windows. By knowing when and how to sign up, you’ll avoid missed deadlines and keep your healthcare coverage aligned with your needs.
Key Medicare Enrollment Periods
- Initial Enrollment Period (IEP): This seven-month window starts three months before the month you turn 65 and ends three months after. It’s the first time you can sign up for Medicare and, if you choose, a Medicare Advantage plan. Learn more
- Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period (MA OEP): Each year from January 1 through March 31, you may change to another Medicare Advantage plan or drop your plan and 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): Outside the standard enrollment dates, you may qualify for a Special Enrollment Period if specific circumstances apply, including relocation or coverage loss. Learn more
Enrollment Options Explained
- Talk with a Licensed Agent: Licensed agents at HealthCompare can explain your Medicare Advantage choices. Reach them at 1-833-748-3201 (TTY 711), Monday–Friday 5am–6pm and Saturday 6am–5pm PST.
- Contact the Plan Provider Directly: Enrollment can also be completed by calling the plan provider’s customer service line or visiting their official website.
- Use Medicare.gov: The official Medicare website, Medicare.gov, lets you review available plans and complete enrollment 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 Belleville, Black Earth, Blue Mounds, Cambridge, Cottage Grove, Cross Plains, Dane, Deerfield, Deforest, Mc Farland, Marshall, Mazomanie, Middleton, Mount Horeb, Oregon, Stoughton, Sun Prairie, Verona, Waunakee, Windsor, Madison, and all other areas of Dane County, Wisconsin.
Plans Offered for Enrollment through Medicare.org
Medicare Advantage and Part D plans and benefits offered by the following carriers: Aetna Medicare, Anthem Blue Cross, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Aspire Health Plan, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan, Capital Blue Cross, Cigna Healthcare, Dean Health Plan, Devoted Health, Florida Blue Medicare, Freedom Health, GlobalHealth, Health Care Service Corporation, Healthy Blue, HealthSun, Humana, Molina Healthcare, Mutual of Omaha, Medica Central Health Plan, Optimum HealthCare, Premera Blue Cross, SCAN Health Plan, Simply, UnitedHealthcare(R), Wellcare, WellPoint.
CMS Plan IDs Presented
The Medicare Advantage plan pages listed in the tables above include localization to assist beneficiaries with plans available in their service area. However, most Part C plans are available in more than one service area, which can lead to confusion. The following list of CMS IDs links to our master plan pages without localization.
- CMS.gov, Landscape Source Files — Last accessed September 13, 2025
- CMS.gov, Medicare Part C & D Performance — Last accessed September 13, 2025
- CMS.gov, Plan Benefits Package — Last accessed September 13, 2025
- CMS.gov, Medicare Advantage/Part D Contract and Enrollment Data — Last accessed September 16, 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 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, "Understanding 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
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