Medicare Advantage plans in Apache County, AZ: what changed for 2027
For 2027, Apache County in Arizona has 4 Medicare Advantage plans that include drug coverage, compared with 5 in 2026, according to the CMS plan landscape files.
1 Advantage plan IDs (not counting Special Needs or Cost plans) listed here for 2026 are not in the 2027 file and 0 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, 4,431 of the 15,305 people eligible for Medicare in Apache County were enrolled in a Medicare Advantage or other Medicare health plan, 29.0%. A year earlier it was 4,431 of 14,851 (29.8%).
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 (4)
| Plan | Company | Type | Monthly premium | In-network out-of-pocket limit | Star rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC AZ-0010 (PPO) | UnitedHealthcare | PPO | $0 | $7,150 | 4 of 5 |
| HumanaChoice H5216-224 (PPO) | Humana | PPO | $16.80 | $4,150 | 4 of 5 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC AZ-0008 (PPO) | UnitedHealthcare | PPO | $64.00 | $7,150 | 4 of 5 |
| HumanaChoice R7220-002 (Regional PPO) | Humana | Regional PPO | $110.00 | $7,150 | 3 of 5 |
Advantage plans without drug coverage for 2027 (3)
| Plan | Company | Type | Monthly premium | In-network out-of-pocket limit | Star rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx AZ-MA01 (PPO) | UnitedHealthcare | PPO | Not listed | $7,150 | 4 of 5 |
| Humana USAA Honor Giveback (PPO) | Humana | PPO | Not listed | $5,150 | 4 of 5 |
| HumanaChoice R7220-001 (Regional PPO) | Humana | Regional PPO | Not listed | $6,000 | 3 of 5 |
Special Needs Plans for 2027 (5)
| Plan | Company | Type | Monthly premium | In-network out-of-pocket limit | Star rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Choice Pathway (HMO D-SNP) | Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Health Choice | HMO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $9,850 | 3.5 of 5 |
| UHC Dual Complete AZ-S001 (HMO-POS D-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $9,850 | 3.5 of 5 |
| Wellcare Arizona Complete Health Dual Liberty Sync (HMO D-SNP) | Wellcare | HMO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $9,850 | 3 of 5 |
| Mercy Care Advantage (HMO D-SNP) | Mercy Care Advantage | HMO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $16.10 | $9,850 | 3 of 5 |
| UHC Dual Complete AZ-YL (HMO-POS D-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $16.80 | $9,850 | 3.5 of 5 |
Stand-alone Part D drug plans are offered statewide: see Arizona 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.