Understanding Medicare Special Needs Plans in Pierce County, Washington
For 2026, residents of Pierce County, WA can choose from 33 Special Needs Plan options. Of these, 11 cost nothing beyond the Part B premium. Enrollment in the County is about 20,304, with 35% 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.
- Page Updated
- Enrollment Data
- May 2, 2026
- CMS Quality Ratings
- * 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
- 24
- Average Premium
- $6.03/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled
- 17,481
- $0 Premium D-SNPs
- 9
- Zero Cost D-SNPs
- 17
- Most Popular D-SNP
- UHC Dual Complete WA-S2 (D-SNP) with 4,303 enrollees
- D-SNPs Without Drug Coverage
- 0
What is the typical monthly premium for D-SNPs in Pierce County?
On average, D-SNP plans in Pierce County cost $6.03 per month.
Which D-SNP plan do most dual eligible beneficiaries choose in Pierce County?
The leading D-SNP in Pierce County is UHC Dual Complete WA-S2 (D-SNP), with 4,303 members.
How many Dual Eligible SNPs are offered in Pierce County?
In 2026, Pierce County offers 24 D-SNPs with 17,481 enrollees.
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 5
- Average Premium $19.44/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled 732
- $0 Premium I-SNPs 0
- Average MOOP $15,100
- Most Popular I-SNP UHC Nursing Home Plan WA-F001 (I-SNP) with 345 enrollees
- I-SNPs Without Drug Coverage 0
| SNP Plan Name | Rating* | Premium | Network | Plan-ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UHC Care Advantage WA-E001 | $11 | PPO I-SNP | H0710 030 0 | |
| UHC Nursing Home Plan WA-F001 | $11 | PPO I-SNP | H0710 031 0 | |
| Humana Together in Health | $1 | PPO I-SNP | H5216 402 0 | |
| AgeRight Advantage Health Plan | $11 | HMO I-SNP | H1372 001 0 | |
| AgeRight Advantage Plus Health Plan | $65 | HMO I-SNP | H1372 002 0 |
- What is the average premium for I-SNP plans in Pierce County?
- On average, I-SNP plans in Pierce County cost $19.44 per month.
- Which I-SNP is the most popular in Pierce County?
- The leading I-SNP in Pierce County is UHC Nursing Home Plan WA-F001 (I-SNP), with 345 members.
- How many I-SNP plans are available in Pierce County?
- In 2026, Pierce County offers 5 I-SNPs with 732 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
- $5.25/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled
- 2,091
- $0 Premium C-SNPs
- 2
- Average MOOP
- $13,850
- Most Popular C-SNP
- UHC Complete Care WA-13 (C-SNP) with 1,476 enrollees
- C-SNPs Without Drug Coverage
- 0
| SNP Plan Name | Rating* | Premium | Network | Plan-ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Humana Gold Plus - Diabetes and Heart | $0 | HMO C-SNP | H1036 306 0 | |
| UHC Complete Care WA-13 | $0 | HMO-POS C-SNP | H3805 043 0 | |
| DEVOTED C-SNP CHOICE PLUS 006 WA | $11 | PPO C-SNP | H8917 006 0 | |
| DEVOTED C-SNP CHOICE PREMIUM 005 WA | $11 | PPO C-SNP | H8917 005 0 |
What is the total number of C-SNP options in Pierce County?
Pierce County has 4 C-SNP options for 2026, serving 2,091 members.
How much do C-SNP plans cost on average in Pierce County?
The mean monthly C-SNP premium in Pierce County is $5.25, 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 Anderson Island, Buckley, Dupont, Eatonville, Gig Harbor, Fox Island, Graham, Lakebay, Longbranch, Milton, Orting, Puyallup, Spanaway, Steilacoom, Sumner, Bonney Lake, Vaughn, Tacoma, Fife, Lakewood, University Place, Roy, and all other areas of Pierce County, Washington.
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 Pierce 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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