Understanding Medicare Special Needs Plans in Blount County, Alabama
For 2026, residents of Blount County, AL can choose from 27 Special Needs Plan options. Of these, 9 cost nothing beyond the Part B premium. Enrollment in the County is about 1,866, with 46% of SNPs achieving 4 stars or better. SNPs are not available to everyone — eligibility is limited to people with dual Medicare/Medicaid coverage, qualifying chronic conditions, or institutional care needs.
Last update: . Enrollment data last updated: October 13, 2025
* CMS rates Medicare Advantage plans annually using a 5-star system. Data sources
Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans (D-SNPs)
Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans (D-SNPs) are designed for people who qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid. These plans coordinate benefits to reduce costs and provide access to additional support services.
- Total D-SNP Plans: 19
- Average Premium: $10.92/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled: 1,461
- $0 Premium D-SNPs: 6
- Zero Cost D-SNP Plans: 9
- Most Popular D-SNP: VIVA Medicare Extra Value (D-SNP) with 295 enrollees
- D-SNPs Without Drug Coverage: 0
| SNP Plan Name | Rating* | Premium | Network |
|---|---|---|---|
| HealthSpring TotalCare | $3 | HMO D-SNP | |
| HealthSpring TotalCare Plus | $7 | HMO D-SNP | |
| Humana Dual Select H4461-077 | $0 | HMO D-SNP | |
| Humana Gold Plus SNP-DE H4461-074 | $0 | HMO D-SNP | |
| Humana Gold Plus SNP-DE H4461-076 | $0 | HMO D-SNP | |
| UHC Dual Complete AL-D002 | $17 | PPO D-SNP | |
| UHC Dual Complete AL-S1 | $15 | HMO-POS D-SNP | |
| UHC Dual Complete AL-V002 | $26 | HMO-POS D-SNP | |
| VIVA Medicare Extra Value | $28 | HMO D-SNP | |
| Aetna Medicare Dual Care | $0 | HMO D-SNP | |
| Aetna Medicare Dual Extra Care | $0 | HMO D-SNP | |
| Aetna Medicare Full Dual Care | $0 | HMO D-SNP | |
| DEVOTED DUAL 004 AL | $28 | HMO D-SNP | |
| DEVOTED DUAL CHOICE FULL 013 AL | $28 | PPO D-SNP | |
| DEVOTED DUAL PLUS 003 AL | $20 | HMO D-SNP | |
| HumanaChoice SNP-DE H5216-370 | $1 | PPO D-SNP | |
| UHC Dual Complete AL-D001 | $3 | HMO-POS D-SNP | |
| Humana Dual Select H5619-093 | $4 | HMO D-SNP | |
| Simpra Advantage Dual Care | $28 | PPO D-SNP |
- What is the average premium for D-SNP plans in Blount County?
- The average D-SNP premium is $10.92, with 6 costing $0.
- Which D-SNP is the most popular in Blount County?
- VIVA Medicare Extra Value (D-SNP) is the most popular D-SNP in Blount County, with 295 enrollees.
- How many D-SNP plans are available in Blount County?
- There are 19 D-SNP plans in 2026, covering 1,461 beneficiaries.
Institutional Special Needs Plans (I-SNPs)
These plans cater to individuals residing in long-term care facilities, such as nursing homes, or those requiring extended skilled nursing facility care at home. The CMS website provides more information about I-SNPs and their coverage details.
- Total I-SNP Plans
- 3
- Average Premium
- $43.73/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled
- 59
- $0 Premium I-SNPs
- 0
- Average MOOP
- $16,367
- Most Popular I-SNP
- UHC Nursing Home Plan EX-F001 (I-SNP) with 48 enrollees
- I-SNPs Without Drug Coverage
- 0
| SNP Plan Name | Rating* | Premium | Network |
|---|---|---|---|
| UHC Nursing Home Plan EX-F001 | $23 | PPO I-SNP | |
| Simpra Advantage Assist | $81 | PPO I-SNP | |
| Simpra Advantage Nursing Home Plan | $28 | PPO I-SNP |
Which I-SNP plan do most institutionalized beneficiaries choose in Blount County?
The leading I-SNP in Blount County is UHC Nursing Home Plan EX-F001 (I-SNP), with 48 members.
How many Institutional SNPs are offered in Blount County?
In 2026, Blount County offers 3 I-SNPs with 59 enrollees.
Chronic Condition Special Needs Plans (C-SNPs)
These plans are designed for individuals with severe or disabling chronic conditions. C-SNPs excel at coordinating your care among different medical specialists and often include extra benefits like prescription drug plans.
- Total C-SNP Plans
- 5
- Average Premium
- $11.08/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled
- 346
- $0 Premium C-SNPs
- 3
- Average MOOP
- $12,940
- Most Popular C-SNP
- UHC Complete Care AL-5 (C-SNP) with 346 enrollees
- C-SNPs Without Drug Coverage
- 0
| SNP Plan Name | Rating* | Premium | Network |
|---|---|---|---|
| HealthSpring Achieve | $0 | HMO C-SNP | |
| DEVOTED C-SNP CHOICE 008 AL | $0 | PPO C-SNP | |
| DEVOTED C-SNP CHOICE PLUS 012 AL | $28 | PPO C-SNP | |
| DEVOTED C-SNP CHOICE PREMIUM 009 AL | $28 | PPO C-SNP | |
| UHC Complete Care AL-5 | $0 | HMO-POS C-SNP |
What is the typical monthly premium for C-SNPs in Blount County?
The average C-SNP premium is $11.08, with 3 costing $0.
Which C-SNP plan do most beneficiaries with chronic conditions choose in Blount County?
UHC Complete Care AL-5 (C-SNP) is the most popular C-SNP in Blount County, with 346 enrollees.
Medicare Special Needs Plans have 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.
Understanding Enrollment Windows
- 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 Special Needs Plan
- 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: 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 D-SNP, C-SNP, and I-SNP plans listed on this page are available to qualifying individuals enrolled in Medicare Part A and Part B living in Blountsville, Cleveland, Hayden, Locust Fork, Oneonta, Remlap, and all other areas of Blount County, Alabama.
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 Plan IDs Presented
The Medicare Special Needs 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 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 October 13, 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.
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 24 May, 2025
- Medicare.gov, "Compare Original Medicare & Medicare Advantage" — Last accessed 25 May, 2025
- Medicare.gov, "Joining a plan" — Last accessed 21 May, 2025
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