Understanding Medicare Special Needs Plans in Custer County, Colorado
In Custer County, CO, Medicare beneficiaries have access to 16 Special Needs Plans (SNPs) in 2026. Among them, 3 are available at a $0 premium. About 59 people in the County are enrolled, with 63% of SNPs rated 4 stars or higher. These plans are designed for individuals with specific healthcare needs, including dual eligibility for Medicare and Medicaid, chronic conditions, or long-term care requirements.
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Enrollment data refreshed: May 2, 2026
* Each year CMS evaluates Medicare Advantage plans on a 5-star scale. 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: 13
- Average Premium: $18.32/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled: 59
- $0 Premium D-SNPs: 2
- Zero Cost D-SNP Plans: 9
- Most Popular D-SNP: UHC Dual Complete CO-S4 (D-SNP) with 28 enrollees
- D-SNPs Without Drug Coverage: 0
| Health Plan Name | CMS Rating* | Premium Per Mo | Network | CMS Plan ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HumanaChoice SNP-DE H7617-067 | $0 | PPO D-SNP | H7617 067 0 | |
| UHC Dual Complete CO-S001 | $25 | PPO D-SNP | H2001 053 0 | |
| UHC Dual Complete CO-V001 | $35 | PPO D-SNP | H2001 052 0 | |
| DEVOTED DUAL 007 CO | $11 | HMO D-SNP | H7147 007 0 | |
| DEVOTED DUAL FULL 012 CO | $27 | HMO D-SNP | H7147 012 0 | |
| DEVOTED DUAL PLUS 003 CO | $18 | HMO D-SNP | H7147 003 0 | |
| UHC Dual Complete CO-S002 | $21 | HMO-POS D-SNP | H0624 001 0 | |
| UHC Dual Complete CO-S4 | $35 | HMO-POS D-SNP | H0624 006 0 | |
| HumanaChoice SNP-DE H5216-267 | $27 | PPO D-SNP | H5216 267 0 | |
| HumanaChoice SNP-DE H5216-468 | $0 | PPO D-SNP | H5216 468 0 | |
| Aetna Medicare Dual Care | $13 | HMO D-SNP | H4711 012 0 | |
| Aetna Medicare Dual Extra Care | $22 | HMO D-SNP | H3931 175 0 | |
| Aetna Medicare Full Dual Care | $6 | HMO D-SNP | H3931 196 0 |
What is the total number of D-SNP options in Custer County?
There are 13 D-SNP plans in 2026, covering 59 beneficiaries.
How much do D-SNP plans cost on average in Custer County?
The average D-SNP premium is $18.32, with 2 costing $0.
What D-SNP plan has the highest enrollment in Custer County?
UHC Dual Complete CO-S4 (D-SNP) is the most popular D-SNP in Custer County, with 28 enrollees.
What is the total number of D-SNP options in Custer County?
There are 13 D-SNP plans in 2026, covering 59 beneficiaries.
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.
| Health Plan Name | CMS Rating* | Premium Per Mo | Network | CMS Plan ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DEVOTED C-SNP PLUS 013 CO | $35 | HMO C-SNP | H7147 013 0 | |
| DEVOTED C-SNP PREMIUM 010 CO | $35 | HMO C-SNP | H7147 010 0 | |
| Clear Spring Health Balance+ Diabetes & Heart | $0 | HMO C-SNP | H6379 002 0 |
What is the average premium for C-SNP plans in Custer County?
On average, C-SNP plans in Custer County cost $23.47 per month.
Which C-SNP is the most popular in Custer County?
The leading C-SNP in Custer County is , with 0 members.
How many C-SNP plans are available in Custer County?
In 2026, Custer County offers 3 C-SNPs with 0 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.
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): 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
- Licensed Agent Assistance: For one-on-one guidance, contact HealthCompare at 1-833-748-3201 (TTY 711). Agents are available Monday through Friday 5am–6pm and Saturday 6am–5pm PST.
- 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 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 Westcliffe, and all other areas of Custer County, Colorado.
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 — 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 May 2, 2026
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 Custer 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.
- Medicare.gov, "Compare types of Medicare Advantage Plans" — Last accessed 25 May, 2025
- Medicare.gov, "Your coverage options" — Last accessed 23 May, 2025
- Medicare.gov, "Joining a plan" — Last accessed 21 May, 2025
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