Medicare Advantage plans in Independence County, AR: what changed for 2027
For 2027, Independence County in Arkansas has 12 Medicare Advantage plans that include drug coverage, compared with 18 in 2026, according to the CMS plan landscape files.
Companies no longer offering Advantage plans here in 2027
- CVS Health Corporation
- Centene Corporation
If you are in one of their plans, you should have received a notice. You can choose a new plan during Open Enrollment, and special enrollment rules can apply when a plan leaves your area.
Companies newly offering Advantage plans here in 2027
- Singh Holdings LLC
11 Advantage plan IDs (not counting Special Needs or Cost plans) listed here for 2026 are not in the 2027 file and 2 plan IDs are new. Some of these are the same plan renamed or merged, so check the Annual Notice of Change from your plan.
How many people here are in Medicare Advantage
In October 2026, 3,459 of the 9,077 people eligible for Medicare in Independence County were enrolled in a Medicare Advantage or other Medicare health plan, 38.1%. A year earlier it was 3,386 of 9,001 (37.6%).
CMS counts enrollees in all Medicare health plans, including Advantage, cost and PACE plans, by the county where they live.
Before you choose a plan
Compare plans for your ZIP code, drugs and doctors on the official Medicare Plan Finder, or call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227). Free, unbiased counselling is available from your State Health Insurance Assistance Program at shiphelp.org.
Advantage plans with drug coverage for 2027 (12)
| Plan | Company | Type | Monthly premium | In-network out-of-pocket limit | Star rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC AR-1 (HMO-POS) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS | $0 | $6,100 | 3.5 of 5 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Extras from UHC AR-7 (HMO-POS) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS | $0 | $7,150 | 3.5 of 5 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Giveback from UHC AR-3 (HMO-POS) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS | $0 | $9,850 | 3.5 of 5 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC AR-0004 (PPO) | UnitedHealthcare | PPO | $0 | $6,500 | 3.5 of 5 |
| BlueMedicare Premier (HMO) | Arkansas Blue Medicare | HMO | $0 | $7,150 | 2.5 of 5 |
| HealthSpring Preferred (HMO) | HealthSpring | HMO | $0 | $6,000 | 3.5 of 5 |
| HealthSpring True Choice (PPO) | HealthSpring | PPO | $0 | $9,850 | 3 of 5 |
| Healthy Arkansas Preferred (PPO) | Healthy Arkansas, Inc. | PPO | $0 | $6,200 | Plan Too New To Be Measured |
| Healthy Arkansas Premier Advantage (HMO-POS) | Healthy Arkansas, Inc. | HMO-POS | $0 | $4,600 | Plan Too New To Be Measured |
| Humana Total Complete (HMO-POS) | Humana | HMO-POS | $0 | $4,900 | 4 of 5 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC AR-0002 (HMO-POS) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS | $49.00 | $6,100 | 3.5 of 5 |
| HumanaChoice R1532-002 (Regional PPO) | Humana | Regional PPO | $119.00 | $7,700 | 3.5 of 5 |
Advantage plans without drug coverage for 2027 (5)
| Plan | Company | Type | Monthly premium | In-network out-of-pocket limit | Star rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx AR-MA01 (HMO-POS) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS | Not listed | $6,700 | 3.5 of 5 |
| HealthSpring Courage (HMO) | HealthSpring | HMO | Not listed | $4,500 | 3.5 of 5 |
| Humana Gold Choice H8145-126 (PFFS) | Humana | PFFS | Not listed | $9,850 | 4 of 5 |
| Humana USAA Honor Giveback (PPO) | Humana | PPO | Not listed | $4,700 | 4 of 5 |
| Humana USAA Honor Giveback (Regional PPO) | Humana | Regional PPO | Not listed | $5,500 | 3.5 of 5 |
Special Needs Plans for 2027 (14)
| Plan | Company | Type | Monthly premium | In-network out-of-pocket limit | Star rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas Integrated Providers (AIP) Dual Advantage (HMO D-SNP) | Arkansas Superior Select Health Plans | HMO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $9,850 | Not Enough Data Available |
| Humana Gold Plus SNP-DE H5619-123 (HMO-POS D-SNP) | Humana | HMO-POS D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $9,850 | 4 of 5 |
| Tribute Select (HMO-POS I-SNP) | Arkansas Superior Select Health Plans | HMO-POS I-SNP · Institutional | $0 | $9,850 | Not Enough Data Available |
| UHC Complete Care AR-5 (PPO C-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | PPO C-SNP · Chronic or Disabling Condition | $0 | $6,200 | 3.5 of 5 |
| UHC Complete Care AR-6 (PPO C-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | PPO C-SNP · Chronic or Disabling Condition | $0 | $6,200 | 3.5 of 5 |
| UHC Dual Advantage AR-V1 (PPO D-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | PPO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $6,500 | 4.5 of 5 |
| UHC Dual Complete AR-Q1 (PPO D-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | PPO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $9,850 | 4.5 of 5 |
| UHC Dual Complete AR-S2 (PPO D-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | PPO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $9,850 | 4.5 of 5 |
| Wellcare Arkansas Total Care Dual Access (HMO-POS D-SNP) | Wellcare | HMO-POS D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $9,850 | 3 of 5 |
| Wellcare Arkansas Total Care Dual Liberty (HMO-POS D-SNP) | Wellcare | HMO-POS D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $9,850 | 3 of 5 |
| Wellcare Arkansas Total Care Dual Reserve (HMO-POS D-SNP) | Wellcare | HMO-POS D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $4,400 | 3 of 5 |
| HealthSpring TotalCare (HMO D-SNP) | HealthSpring | HMO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $6.30 | $9,850 | 3.5 of 5 |
| HealthSpring TotalCare Plus (HMO D-SNP) | HealthSpring | HMO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $6.30 | $9,850 | 3.5 of 5 |
| Healthy Arkansas Dual Advantage (PPO D-SNP) | Healthy Arkansas, Inc. | PPO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $6.30 | $9,250 | Plan Too New To Be Measured |
Stand-alone Part D drug plans are offered statewide: see Arkansas drug plans.
Sources
- Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, CY2027 Medicare Advantage and Part D Landscape file (data last updated 18 October 2026)
- Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, CY2026 Medicare Advantage and Part D Landscape file (September 2026 release)
- Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, MA State/County Penetration files, October 2026 and October 2025
Checked 29 October 2026. Plans and premiums can change before 1 January 2027. Confirm any plan on Medicare.gov before you enrol.