Understanding Medicare Special Needs Plans in Chickasaw County, Mississippi
In Chickasaw County, MS, Medicare beneficiaries have access to 19 Special Needs Plans (SNPs) in 2027. Among them, 16 are available at a $0 premium. About 900 people in the County are enrolled, with 53% 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 Chickasaw County, MS.
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: 16
- Average Premium: $0.79/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled: 847
- $0 Premium D-SNPs: 14
- Zero Cost D-SNP Plans: 10
- Most Popular D-SNP: Aetna Medicare Dual Extra (D-SNP) with 296 enrollees
- D-SNPs Without Drug Coverage: 0
| Health Plan Name | CMS Rating* | Premium Per Mo | Network | CMS Plan ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Humana Dual QMB Only | $0 | PPO D-SNP | H7617 082 0 | |
| Humana Dual Select H7617-083 | $0 | PPO D-SNP | H7617 083 0 | |
| HumanaChoice SNP-DE H7617-084 | $0 | PPO D-SNP | H7617 084 0 | |
| Aetna Medicare Dual Extra Care | $0 | PPO D-SNP | H5521 464 0 | |
| Humana Dual QMB Only | $0 | PPO D-SNP | H5216 292 0 | |
| Humana Dual Select H5216-298 | $0 | PPO D-SNP | H5216 298 0 | |
| HumanaChoice SNP-DE H5216-367 | $0 | PPO D-SNP | H5216 367 0 | |
| Aetna Medicare Dual Care | $0 | HMO D-SNP | H3239 012 0 | |
| Aetna Medicare Dual Extra | $0 | HMO D-SNP | H3239 005 0 | |
| Aetna Medicare Full Dual Care | $0 | HMO D-SNP | H3239 028 0 | |
| UHC Dual Advantage MS-V1 | $6 | HMO-POS D-SNP | H5008 016 0 | |
| UHC Dual Complete MS-Q1 | $0 | PPO D-SNP | H1889 045 1 | |
| UHC Dual Complete MS-Q2 | $0 | HMO-POS D-SNP | H5008 011 0 | |
| UHC Dual Complete MS-S3 | $0 | PPO D-SNP | H1889 044 1 | |
| UHC Dual Complete MS-S4 | $0 | HMO-POS D-SNP | H5008 017 0 | |
| Healthy Mississippi Dual Advantage | $6 | PPO D-SNP | H1823 002 0 |
What is the total number of D-SNP options in Chickasaw County?
There are 16 D-SNP plans in 2027, covering 847 beneficiaries.
How much do D-SNP plans cost on average in Chickasaw County?
The average D-SNP premium is $0.79, with 14 costing $0.
What D-SNP plan has the highest enrollment in Chickasaw County?
Aetna Medicare Dual Extra (D-SNP) is the most popular D-SNP in Chickasaw County, with 296 enrollees.
What is the total number of D-SNP options in Chickasaw County?
There are 16 D-SNP plans in 2027, covering 847 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
- 1
- Average Premium
- $6.30/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled
- 0
- $0 Premium I-SNPs
- 0
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Healthy Mississippi Institutional | $6 | PPO I-SNP | H1823 003 0 |
What I-SNP plan has the highest enrollment in Chickasaw County?
is the most popular I-SNP in Chickasaw County, with 0 enrollees.
What is the total number of I-SNP options in Chickasaw County?
There are 1 I-SNP plans in 2027, covering 0 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HumanaChoice - Diabetes and Heart | $0 | PPO C-SNP | H5216 334 0 | |
| UHC Complete Care MS-6 | $0 | HMO-POS C-SNP | H5253 183 0 |
What is the average premium for C-SNP plans in Chickasaw County?
On average, C-SNP plans in Chickasaw County cost $0.00 per month.
Which C-SNP is the most popular in Chickasaw County?
The leading C-SNP in Chickasaw County is UHC Complete Care MS-6 (C-SNP), with 38 members.
How many C-SNP plans are available in Chickasaw County?
In 2027, Chickasaw County offers 2 C-SNPs with 53 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 Houlka, Houston, Okolona, Woodland, and all other areas of Chickasaw County, Mississippi. For a broader statewide overview, see Medicare plan options in Mississippi.
Plans Offered through Medicare.org
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, Dean Health Plan, Devoted Health, Florida Blue Medicare, Freedom Health, 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®, Wellcare, WellPoint
- 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 Chickasaw 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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