Understanding Medicare Special Needs Plans in Hennepin County, Minnesota
For 2026, residents of Hennepin County, MN can choose from 9 Special Needs Plan options. Of these, 2 cost nothing beyond the Part B premium. Enrollment in the County is about 10,440, with 56% of SNPs achieving 4 stars or better. SNPs are not available to everyone — eligibility is limited to people with dual Medicare/Medicaid coverage, qualifying chronic conditions, or institutional care needs.
For a broader look at coverage beyond Special Needs Plans, see all Medicare coverage options in Hennepin County, MN.
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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.
- Total D-SNP Plans
- 5
- Average Premium
- $35.16/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled
- 8,316
- $0 Premium D-SNPs
- 0
- Zero Cost D-SNPs
- 5
- Most Popular D-SNP
- Medica DUAL Solution (D-SNP) with 5,343 enrollees
- D-SNPs Without Drug Coverage
- 0
| SNP Plan Name | Rating* | Premium | Network | Plan-ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Plus SecureBlue | $19 | HMO D-SNP | H2425 001 0 | |
| HealthPartners Minnesota Senior Health Options | $39 | HMO D-SNP | H2422 002 0 | |
| Medica DUAL Solution | $42 | HMO D-SNP | H2458 002 0 | |
| UCare Connect + Medicare | $35 | HMO D-SNP | H5937 001 0 | |
| UCare's Minnesota Senior Health Options | $42 | HMO D-SNP | H2456 002 0 |
What is the typical monthly premium for D-SNPs in Hennepin County?
On average, D-SNP plans in Hennepin County cost $35.16 per month.
Which D-SNP plan do most dual eligible beneficiaries choose in Hennepin County?
The leading D-SNP in Hennepin County is Medica DUAL Solution (D-SNP), with 5,343 members.
How many Dual Eligible SNPs are offered in Hennepin County?
In 2026, Hennepin County offers 5 D-SNPs with 8,316 enrollees.
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
- 4
- Average Premium
- $14.58/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled
- 2,124
- $0 Premium C-SNPs
- 2
- Average MOOP
- $13,475
- Most Popular C-SNP
- UHC Complete Care MN-7 (C-SNP) with 765 enrollees
- C-SNPs Without Drug Coverage
- 0
| SNP Plan Name | Rating* | Premium | Network | Plan-ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UHC Complete Care MN-7 | $0 | PPO C-SNP | H2001 133 0 | |
| UHC Complete Care Support MN-8 | $17 | PPO C-SNP | H2001 134 0 | |
| Allina Health Aetna Medicare Chronic | $0 | PPO C-SNP | H3219 015 0 | |
| Allina Health Aetna Medicare Value | $42 | PPO C-SNP | H3219 016 0 |
What is the total number of C-SNP options in Hennepin County?
Hennepin County has 4 C-SNP options for 2026, serving 2,124 members.
How much do C-SNP plans cost on average in Hennepin County?
The mean monthly C-SNP premium in Hennepin County is $14.58, with 2 at no cost.
Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plan enrollment follows specific timelines. Understanding these options—whether it’s your first time enrolling or switching plans—helps you choose coverage that matches your health and budget.
When You Can Sign Up
- 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): This yearly window, running October 15 to December 7, gives you the opportunity to join, switch, or drop Medicare Advantage and Part D plans. 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
SNP Enrollment Options Explained
- Talk with a Licensed Agent: Licensed agents at HealthCompare can explain your Medicare Advantage choices. Reach them at 1-833-748-3201 (TTY 711), Monday–Friday 5am–6pm and Saturday 6am–5pm PST.
- 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 Hopkins, Maple Grove, Champlin, Dayton, Excelsior, Hamel, Eden Prairie, Minnetonka, Long Lake, Loretto, Maple Plain, Mound, Osseo, Rogers, Saint Bonifacius, Spring Park, Wayzata, Minneapolis, and all other areas of Hennepin County, Minnesota. For a broader statewide overview, see Medicare plan options in Minnesota.
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 Hennepin 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, "Understanding Medicare Advantage Plans" — Last accessed 24 May, 2025
- Medicare.gov, "Explore your Medicare coverage options" — Last accessed 25 May, 2025
- NCOA.org, "5 Steps to Choosing the Right Medicare Plan for You" — Last accessed 22 May, 2025
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