Understanding Medicare Special Needs Plans in Kent County, Michigan
In Kent County, MI, Medicare beneficiaries have access to 26 Special Needs Plans (SNPs) in 2027. Among them, 18 are available at a $0 premium. About 9,175 people in the County are enrolled, with 43% 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.
To see how SNPs fit with your other Medicare choices, explore all Medicare coverage options in Kent County, MI.
Page last revised:
Enrollment data refreshed: October 5, 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: $1.54/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled: 8,329
- $0 Premium D-SNPs: 8
- Zero Cost D-SNP Plans: 10
- Most Popular D-SNP: PriorityMedicare D-SNP (D-SNP) with 1,900 enrollees
- D-SNPs Without Drug Coverage: 0
| Health Plan Name | CMS Rating* | Premium Per Mo | Network | CMS Plan ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UHC Dual Complete MI-S001 | $6 | PPO D-SNP | H2001 039 0 | |
| HAP Medicare Complete Duals | $6 | HMO D-SNP | H2354 025 0 | |
| Humana Dual Select H5216-385 | $0 | PPO D-SNP | H5216 385 0 | |
| HumanaChoice SNP-DE H5216-388 | $0 | PPO D-SNP | H5216 388 0 | |
| Aetna Medicare Dual Care | $0 | HMO D-SNP | H3192 007 0 | |
| HAP Medicare Complete Assist | $6 | PPO D-SNP | H2322 020 0 | |
| Molina Medicare Complete Care | $1 | HMO D-SNP | H5926 001 0 | |
| PriorityMedicare D-SNP | $0 | HMO D-SNP | H8379 001 0 | |
| UHC Dual Advantage MI-V1 | $0 | HMO-POS D-SNP | H2247 003 0 | |
| UHC Dual Complete MI-Q1 | $0 | HMO-POS D-SNP | H2247 001 0 | |
| UHC Dual Complete MI-S3 | $0 | HMO D-SNP | H2247 004 0 | |
| Wellcare Meridian Health Dual Access | $0 | HMO-POS D-SNP | H5475 001 0 | |
| Wellcare Meridian Health Dual Liberty | $0 | HMO D-SNP | H7435 002 0 |
What is the total number of D-SNP options in Kent County?
There are 13 D-SNP plans in 2027, covering 8,329 beneficiaries.
How much do D-SNP plans cost on average in Kent County?
The average D-SNP premium is $1.54, with 8 costing $0.
What D-SNP plan has the highest enrollment in Kent County?
PriorityMedicare D-SNP (D-SNP) is the most popular D-SNP in Kent County, with 1,900 enrollees.
What is the total number of D-SNP options in Kent County?
There are 13 D-SNP plans in 2027, covering 8,329 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
- $4.20/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled
- 128
- $0 Premium I-SNPs
- 1
- Average MOOP
- $17,133
- Most Popular I-SNP
- Senior Care (I-SNP) with 128 enrollees
- I-SNPs Without Drug Coverage
- 0
| Health Plan Name | CMS Rating* | Premium Per Mo | Network | CMS Plan ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longevity Health Plan | $6 | HMO I-SNP | H7557 001 0 | |
| Premier Care | $0 | HMO-POS I-SNP | H6832 004 0 | |
| Senior Care | $6 | HMO I-SNP | H6832 001 0 |
What I-SNP plan has the highest enrollment in Kent County?
Senior Care (I-SNP) is the most popular I-SNP in Kent County, with 128 enrollees.
What is the total number of I-SNP options in Kent County?
There are 3 I-SNP plans in 2027, covering 128 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HAP Medicare Diabetes and Heart | $6 | HMO C-SNP | H2354 030 0 | |
| HumanaChoice - Diabetes and Heart | $0 | PPO C-SNP | H5216 375 0 | |
| Zing Open Choice Diabetes & Heart MI | $0 | PPO C-SNP | H6876 003 0 | |
| Zing Select Diabetes & Heart MI | $0 | HMO C-SNP | H4624 012 0 | |
| Zing Select Dialysis MI | $0 | HMO C-SNP | H4624 023 0 | |
| UHC Complete Care Support MI-3 | $0 | PPO C-SNP | H0294 048 0 | |
| DEVOTED C-SNP CHOICE ENHANCED 012 MI | $0 | PPO C-SNP | H5177 012 0 | |
| DEVOTED C-SNP CHOICE GIVEBACK EXTRAS 009 MI | $0 | PPO C-SNP | H5177 009 0 | |
| DEVOTED C-SNP CHOICE PLUS 013 MI | $0 | PPO C-SNP | H5177 013 0 | |
| UHC Complete Care MI-5 | $0 | HMO-POS C-SNP | H2736 002 0 |
What is the average premium for C-SNP plans in Kent County?
On average, C-SNP plans in Kent County cost $0.63 per month.
Which C-SNP is the most popular in Kent County?
The leading C-SNP in Kent County is HumanaChoice - Diabetes and Heart (C-SNP), with 359 members.
How many C-SNP plans are available in Kent County?
In 2027, Kent County offers 10 C-SNPs with 718 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, call 1-833-748-3201 (TTY 711). Licensed agents are available Mon-Fri 8AM-10PM, Sat 9AM-8PM EST.
- 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 Ada, Alto, Belmont, Byron Center, Caledonia, Cedar Springs, Comstock Park, Gowen, Kent City, Lowell, Rockford, Sand Lake, Sparta, Grandville, Grand Rapids, Wyoming, and all other areas of Kent County, Michigan. For a broader statewide overview, see Medicare plan options in Michigan.
Plans Offered through Medicare.org
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- CMS.gov, Landscape Source Files — Version: CY2027 Landscape (202609.1)
- CMS.gov, Medicare Part C & D Performance — Version: 2027 Star Ratings Data Tables
- CMS.gov, Plan Benefits Package — Version: PBP Benefits-2027
- CMS.gov, Medicare Advantage/Part D Contract and Enrollment Data — Version: 2026-09
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 2027 Medicare SNP plans available in Kent 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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