Understanding Medicare Special Needs Plans in Hampshire County, Massachusetts
In Hampshire County, MA, Medicare beneficiaries have access to 15 Special Needs Plans (SNPs) in 2026. Among them, 4 are available at a $0 premium. About 1,537 people in the County are enrolled, with 78% 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: 14
- Average Premium: $15.49/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled: 1,353
- $0 Premium D-SNPs: 3
- Zero Cost D-SNP Plans: 14
- Most Popular D-SNP: CCA One Care (D-SNP) with 731 enrollees
- D-SNPs Without Drug Coverage: 0
| Health Plan Name | CMS Rating* | Premium Per Mo | Network | CMS Plan ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Whole Health SCO | $0 | HMO D-SNP | H2224 001 0 | |
| Senior Whole Health SCO NHC | $5 | HMO D-SNP | H2224 003 0 | |
| CCA Senior Care Options | $36 | HMO D-SNP | H2225 001 0 | |
| Fallon Health NaviCare | $31 | HMO D-SNP | H8928 001 0 | |
| UHC Senior Care Options MA-Y001 | $15 | HMO D-SNP | H2226 001 0 | |
| UHC Senior Care Options NHC MA-Y002 | $22 | HMO D-SNP | H2226 003 0 | |
| Tufts Health Plan Senior Care Options | $7 | HMO D-SNP | H8330 001 0 | |
| Tufts Health Plan Senior Care Options CW | $0 | HMO D-SNP | H8330 002 0 | |
| CCA One Care | $25 | HMO D-SNP | H1486 001 0 | |
| Molina One Care | $18 | HMO D-SNP | H4371 001 0 | |
| Tufts Health One Care | $37 | HMO D-SNP | H5314 001 0 | |
| Tufts Health One Care CW | $15 | HMO D-SNP | H5314 002 0 | |
| UHC One Care MA-Y3 | $0 | HMO D-SNP | H4610 001 0 | |
| UHC One Care MA-Y4 | $9 | HMO D-SNP | H4610 002 0 |
What is the total number of D-SNP options in Hampshire County?
There are 14 D-SNP plans in 2026, covering 1,353 beneficiaries.
How much do D-SNP plans cost on average in Hampshire County?
The average D-SNP premium is $15.49, with 3 costing $0.
What D-SNP plan has the highest enrollment in Hampshire County?
CCA One Care (D-SNP) is the most popular D-SNP in Hampshire County, with 731 enrollees.
What is the total number of D-SNP options in Hampshire County?
There are 14 D-SNP plans in 2026, covering 1,353 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UHC Complete Care MA-7 | $0 | HMO-POS C-SNP | H5253 155 0 |
What is the average premium for C-SNP plans in Hampshire County?
On average, C-SNP plans in Hampshire County cost $0.00 per month.
Which C-SNP is the most popular in Hampshire County?
The leading C-SNP in Hampshire County is UHC Complete Care MA-7 (C-SNP), with 184 members.
How many C-SNP plans are available in Hampshire County?
In 2026, Hampshire County offers 1 C-SNPs with 184 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 Amherst, Belchertown, Easthampton, Granby, Hadley, Hatfield, Haydenville, Huntington, Leeds, Northampton, Florence, Southampton, South Hadley, Ware, Williamsburg, Worthington, and all other areas of Hampshire County, Massachusetts.
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 Hampshire 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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