Understanding Medicare Special Needs Plans in Cedar County, Nebraska
In Cedar County, NE, Medicare beneficiaries have access to 9 Special Needs Plans (SNPs) in 2027. Among them, 2 are available at a $0 premium. About 0 people in the County are enrolled, with 50% 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 Cedar County, NE.
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: 6
- Average Premium: $14.02/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled: 0
- $0 Premium D-SNPs: 2
- Zero Cost D-SNP Plans: 5
- Most Popular D-SNP: with 0 enrollees
- D-SNPs Without Drug Coverage: 0
| Health Plan Name | CMS Rating* | Premium Per Mo | Network | CMS Plan ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UHC Dual Complete NE-S002 | $25 | PPO D-SNP | H2001 054 0 | |
| Aetna Medicare Dual Care | $0 | HMO D-SNP | H7149 006 0 | |
| UHC Dual Complete NE-QV1 | $25 | HMO-POS D-SNP | H2802 082 0 | |
| UHC Dual Complete NE-S4 | $25 | HMO-POS D-SNP | H2802 094 0 | |
| Wellcare Nebraska Total Care Dual Liberty Sync | $0 | HMO-POS D-SNP | H1215 001 0 | |
| Molina Medicare Complete Care | $10 | HMO D-SNP | H6585 002 0 |
What is the total number of D-SNP options in Cedar County?
There are 6 D-SNP plans in 2027, covering 0 beneficiaries.
How much do D-SNP plans cost on average in Cedar County?
The average D-SNP premium is $14.02, with 2 costing $0.
What D-SNP plan has the highest enrollment in Cedar County?
is the most popular D-SNP in Cedar County, with 0 enrollees.
What is the total number of D-SNP options in Cedar County?
There are 6 D-SNP plans in 2027, covering 0 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
- $56.07/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled
- 0
- $0 Premium I-SNPs
- 0
- Average MOOP
- $15,633
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nebraska Health Advantage | $25 | HMO I-SNP | H6765 003 0 | |
| Great Plains Medicare Advantage | $25 | HMO I-SNP | H7511 003 0 | |
| Great Plains Medicare Advantage Gold | $119 | HMO I-SNP | H7511 004 0 |
What I-SNP plan has the highest enrollment in Cedar County?
is the most popular I-SNP in Cedar County, with 0 enrollees.
What is the total number of I-SNP options in Cedar County?
There are 3 I-SNP plans in 2027, covering 0 beneficiaries.
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 Hartington, Laurel, Randolph, and all other areas of Cedar County, Nebraska. For a broader statewide overview, see Medicare plan options in Nebraska.
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 Cedar 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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