Understanding Medicare Special Needs Plans in Telfair County, Georgia
Telfair County, GA offers 26 Special Needs Plans (SNPs) in 2026, including 8 with no monthly premium. Currently, about 741 beneficiaries are enrolled, and 50% 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.
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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: 16
- Average Premium: $14.40/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled: 567
- $0 Premium D-SNPs: 4
- Zero Cost D-SNP Plans: 7
- Most Popular D-SNP: UHC Dual Complete GA-D2 (D-SNP) with 183 enrollees
- D-SNPs Without Drug Coverage: 0
| Health Plan Name | CMS Rating* | Premium Per Mo | Network | CMS Plan ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UHC Dual Complete GA-S1 | $25 | PPO D-SNP | H3256 005 2 | |
| UHC Dual Complete GA-S2 | $25 | PPO D-SNP | H3256 004 2 | |
| UHC Dual Complete GA-V1 | $25 | PPO D-SNP | H3256 006 2 | |
| Aetna Medicare Full Dual Care | $0 | HMO D-SNP | H5302 024 0 | |
| Aetna Medicare Dual Extra | $11 | PPO D-SNP | H2293 021 0 | |
| Aetna Medicare Dual Extra Care | $14 | PPO D-SNP | H2293 002 0 | |
| Anthem Dual Advantage | $0 | HMO D-SNP | H5422 018 0 | |
| Anthem Full Dual Advantage | $0 | HMO D-SNP | H5422 019 0 | |
| UHC Dual Complete GA-D2 | $0 | HMO-POS D-SNP | H5322 050 2 | |
| UHC Dual Complete GA-S3 | $11 | HMO-POS D-SNP | H5322 049 2 | |
| Wellcare Dual Access | $24 | HMO-POS D-SNP | H1112 006 0 | |
| Wellcare Dual Access Open | $25 | PPO D-SNP | H0111 004 0 | |
| Wellcare Dual Liberty | $24 | HMO-POS D-SNP | H1112 033 0 | |
| Wellcare Dual Reserve | $13 | HMO-POS D-SNP | H1112 046 0 | |
| CareSource Dual Advantage | $17 | HMO D-SNP | H8390 015 0 | |
| CareSource Dual Advantage Plus | $15 | HMO D-SNP | H8390 017 0 |
What D-SNP plan has the highest enrollment in Telfair County?
UHC Dual Complete GA-D2 (D-SNP) is the most popular D-SNP in Telfair County, with 183 enrollees.
What is the total number of D-SNP options in Telfair County?
There are 16 D-SNP plans in 2026, covering 567 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
- $16.93/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled
- 0
- $0 Premium I-SNPs
- 1
- Average MOOP
- $18,500
- Most Popular I-SNP
- with 0 enrollees
- I-SNPs Without Drug Coverage
- 0
| Health Plan Name | CMS Rating* | Premium Per Mo | Network | CMS Plan ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia Health Advantage | $25 | HMO I-SNP | H8093 001 0 | |
| Georgia Health Advantage Choice | $25 | HMO I-SNP | H8093 002 0 | |
| Humana Together in Health | $0 | PPO I-SNP | H5216 242 0 |
What is the total number of I-SNP options in Telfair County?
Telfair County has 3 I-SNP options for 2026, serving 0 members.
How much do I-SNP plans cost on average in Telfair County?
The mean monthly I-SNP premium in Telfair County is $16.93, with 1 at no cost.
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 7
- Average Premium $13.47/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled 174
- $0 Premium C-SNPs 3
- Average MOOP $17,071
- Most Popular C-SNP UHC Complete Care Support GA-9 (C-SNP) with 76 enrollees
- C-SNPs Without Drug Coverage 0
| Health Plan Name | CMS Rating* | Premium Per Mo | Network | CMS Plan ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UHC Complete Care GA-3 | $0 | PPO C-SNP | H1889 020 0 | |
| UHC Complete Care Support GA-9 | $25 | PPO C-SNP | H1889 028 0 | |
| UHC Complete Care Support GS-1A | $18 | Regional PPO C-SNP | R2604 002 0 | |
| Anthem Kidney Care | $0 | HMO-POS C-SNP | H5422 015 0 | |
| HumanaChoice - Diabetes and Heart | $0 | PPO C-SNP | H5216 246 0 | |
| DEVOTED C-SNP CHOICE PLUS 016 GA | $25 | PPO C-SNP | H5453 016 0 | |
| DEVOTED C-SNP CHOICE PREMIUM 018 GA | $25 | PPO C-SNP | H5453 018 0 |
What is the typical monthly premium for C-SNPs in Telfair County?
On average, C-SNP plans in Telfair County cost $13.47 per month.
Which C-SNP plan do most beneficiaries with chronic conditions choose in Telfair County?
The leading C-SNP in Telfair County is UHC Complete Care Support GA-9 (C-SNP), with 76 members.
How many Chronic Condition SNPs are offered in Telfair County?
In 2026, Telfair County offers 7 C-SNPs with 174 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): Beginning three months before you turn 65 and lasting until three months after, this is the initial chance to join Medicare. You may also select a Medicare Advantage plan if it fits your needs. 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
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: 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 Mc Rae Helena, Lumber City, and all other areas of Telfair County, Georgia.
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 Telfair 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, "Your coverage options" — Last accessed 23 May, 2025
- Medicare.gov, "Joining a plan" — Last accessed 21 May, 2025
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