Understanding Medicare Special Needs Plans in Colbert County, Alabama
Colbert County, AL offers 26 Special Needs Plans (SNPs) in 2026, including 8 with no monthly premium. Currently, about 2,312 beneficiaries are enrolled, and 39% of SNPs have a 4-star rating or higher. These plans are designed for Medicare beneficiaries who meet special eligibility criteria, such as dual coverage, qualifying chronic conditions, or residence in a long-term care facility.
You can also review all Medicare coverage options available in Colbert County, AL.
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- * CMS reviews Medicare Advantage plans annually with a 5-star rating program. 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.
- Which D-SNP plan do most dual eligible beneficiaries choose in Colbert County?
- Aetna Medicare Dual Extra Care (D-SNP) has the highest D-SNP enrollment in Colbert County (210).
- How many Dual Eligible SNPs are offered in Colbert County?
- Colbert County has 20 D-SNP options for 2026, serving 1,908 members.
- What is the typical monthly premium for D-SNPs in Colbert County?
- The mean monthly D-SNP premium in Colbert County is $10.63, with 6 at no cost.
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 2
- Average Premium $54.35/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled 0
- $0 Premium I-SNPs 0
- Average MOOP $15,300
- Most Popular I-SNP with 0 enrollees
- I-SNPs Without Drug Coverage 0
| SNP Plan Name | Rating* | Premium | Network | Plan-ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Simpra Advantage Assist | $81 | PPO I-SNP | H4091 003 0 | |
| Simpra Advantage Nursing Home Plan | $28 | PPO I-SNP | H4091 001 0 |
How many I-SNP plans are available in Colbert County?
Colbert County has 2 I-SNP options for 2026, serving 0 members.
What is the average premium for I-SNP plans in Colbert County?
The mean monthly I-SNP premium in Colbert County is $54.35, with 0 at no cost.
Which I-SNP is the most popular in Colbert County?
has the highest I-SNP enrollment in Colbert County (0).
How many I-SNP plans are available in Colbert County?
Colbert County has 2 I-SNP options for 2026, serving 0 members.
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.
| SNP Plan Name | Rating* | Premium | Network | Plan-ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DEVOTED C-SNP CHOICE 010 AL | $0 | PPO C-SNP | H9888 010 0 | |
| DEVOTED C-SNP CHOICE PLUS 015 AL | $28 | PPO C-SNP | H9888 015 0 | |
| DEVOTED C-SNP CHOICE PREMIUM 011 AL | $28 | PPO C-SNP | H9888 011 0 | |
| UHC Complete Care AL-5 | $0 | HMO-POS C-SNP | H0432 017 0 |
What is the average premium for C-SNP plans in Colbert County?
The mean monthly C-SNP premium in Colbert County is $13.85, with 2 at no cost.
Which C-SNP is the most popular in Colbert County?
UHC Complete Care AL-5 (C-SNP) has the highest C-SNP enrollment in Colbert County (283).
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.
Key Medicare Enrollment Periods
- 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): Running from January 1 to March 31 each year, this period allows one change to your current Medicare Advantage coverage or a move back 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): Certain qualifying events, such as a change in residence or loss of existing coverage, may allow you to enroll in or change Medicare Advantage plans outside of the usual enrollment windows. Learn more
Ways to Enroll in Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans
- 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 Cherokee, Leighton, Sheffield, Muscle Shoals, Tuscumbia, and all other areas of Colbert County, Alabama. For a broader statewide overview, see Medicare plan options in 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.gov, Landscape Source Files — Version: 202608
- CMS.gov, Medicare Part C & D Performance — Version: 2026
- CMS.gov, Plan Benefits Package — Version: 2026
- CMS.gov, Medicare Advantage/Part D Contract and Enrollment Data — Version: 2026-08
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 SNP plans available in Colbert County compare with plans offered elsewhere, you can search the Special Needs Plan directory to review options nationwide using the same authoritative data sources.
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, "Explore your Medicare coverage options" — Last accessed 25 May, 2025
- AARP.org, "The Big Choice: Original Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage" — Last accessed 20 May, 2025
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