Understanding Medicare Special Needs Plans in Currituck County, North Carolina
For 2026, residents of Currituck County, NC can choose from 14 Special Needs Plan options. Of these, 2 cost nothing beyond the Part B premium. Enrollment in the County is about 381, with 79% 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.
Last update: . Enrollment data last updated: May 2, 2026
* CMS rates Medicare Advantage plans annually using a 5-star system. 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
- 12
- Average Premium
- $28.01/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled
- 304
- $0 Premium D-SNPs
- 0
- Zero Cost D-SNPs
- 8
- Most Popular D-SNP
- UHC Dual Complete NC-S001 (D-SNP) with 69 enrollees
- D-SNPs Without Drug Coverage
- 0
| Plan Name | CMS Stars* | Premium/Mo | Network | CMS ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Humana Dual Select H1036-307 | $13 | HMO D-SNP | H1036 307 0 | |
| Humana Gold Plus SNP-DE H1036-167 | $14 | HMO D-SNP | H1036 167 0 | |
| Humana Gold Plus SNP-DE H1036-331 | $20 | HMO D-SNP | H1036 331 0 | |
| Aetna Medicare Dual | $36 | HMO D-SNP | H3146 002 0 | |
| UHC Dual Complete NC-D001 | $25 | HMO-POS D-SNP | H5253 041 0 | |
| UHC Dual Complete NC-S001 | $36 | PPO D-SNP | H1889 005 0 | |
| UHC Dual Complete NC-S2 | $36 | PPO D-SNP | H1889 034 0 | |
| UHC Dual Complete NC-S3 | $36 | HMO-POS D-SNP | H5253 184 0 | |
| UHC Dual Complete NC-V001 | $36 | HMO-POS D-SNP | H5253 116 0 | |
| Healthy Blue + Medicare | $19 | HMO-POS D-SNP | H9147 001 0 | |
| Humana Dual Select H5525-072 | $34 | PPO D-SNP | H5525 072 0 | |
| HumanaChoice SNP-DE H5525-036 | $30 | PPO D-SNP | H5525 036 0 |
- What is the average premium for D-SNP plans in Currituck County?
- On average, D-SNP plans in Currituck County cost $28.01 per month.
- Which D-SNP is the most popular in Currituck County?
- The leading D-SNP in Currituck County is UHC Dual Complete NC-S001 (D-SNP), with 69 members.
- How many D-SNP plans are available in Currituck County?
- In 2026, Currituck County offers 12 D-SNPs with 304 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
- 2
- Average Premium
- $0.00/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled
- 77
- $0 Premium C-SNPs
- 2
- Average MOOP
- $14,650
- Most Popular C-SNP
- UHC Complete Care NC-27 (C-SNP) with 44 enrollees
- C-SNPs Without Drug Coverage
- 0
| Plan Name | CMS Stars* | Premium/Mo | Network | CMS ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Humana Gold Plus - Diabetes and Heart | $0 | HMO C-SNP | H1036 308 0 | |
| UHC Complete Care NC-27 | $0 | HMO-POS C-SNP | H5253 188 0 |
What is the total number of C-SNP options in Currituck County?
There are 2 C-SNP plans in 2026, covering 77 beneficiaries.
How much do C-SNP plans cost on average in Currituck County?
The average C-SNP premium is $0.00, with 2 costing $0.
What C-SNP plan has the highest enrollment in Currituck County?
UHC Complete Care NC-27 (C-SNP) is the most popular C-SNP in Currituck County, with 44 enrollees.
What is the total number of C-SNP options in Currituck County?
There are 2 C-SNP plans in 2026, covering 77 beneficiaries.
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): Each year from January 1 through March 31, you may change to another Medicare Advantage plan or drop your plan and return 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): Outside the standard enrollment dates, you may qualify for a Special Enrollment Period if specific circumstances apply, including relocation or coverage loss. 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 Currituck, Grandy, Jarvisburg, Knotts Island, Moyock, Powells Point, Shawboro, and all other areas of Currituck County, North Carolina.
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 Currituck 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, "Compare Original Medicare & Medicare Advantage" — 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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