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Medicare Advantage plans in Ellis County, KS: what changed for 2027

For 2027, Ellis County in Kansas has 1 Medicare Advantage plan that include drug coverage, compared with 1 in 2026, according to the CMS plan landscape files.

Advantage plans with drug coverage1no change
Advantage plans without drug coverage1no change
Special Needs Plans1+1 from 2026
$0 premium plans with drug coverage0no change
Median out-of-pocket limit$6,7002026: $6,700
Plans rated 4 stars or more0no change

How many people here are in Medicare Advantage

In October 2026, 263 of the 6,158 people eligible for Medicare in Ellis County were enrolled in a Medicare Advantage or other Medicare health plan, 4.3%. A year earlier it was 308 of 6,069 (5.1%).

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 (1)

PlanCompanyTypeMonthly premiumIn-network out-of-pocket limitStar rating
UHC MedicareDirect PF-0001 (PFFS)UnitedHealthcarePFFS$155.00$6,7002.5 of 5

Advantage plans without drug coverage for 2027 (1)

PlanCompanyTypeMonthly premiumIn-network out-of-pocket limitStar rating
UHC MedicareDirect Patriot No Rx PF-MA01 (PFFS)UnitedHealthcarePFFSNot listed$6,7002.5 of 5

Special Needs Plans for 2027 (1)

PlanCompanyTypeMonthly premiumIn-network out-of-pocket limitStar rating
Healthy Blue Full Dual Advantage (HMO D-SNP)Healthy BlueHMO D-SNP ยท Dual-Eligible$0$9,8502.5 of 5

Stand-alone Part D drug plans are offered statewide: see Kansas drug plans.

Sources

  1. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, CY2027 Medicare Advantage and Part D Landscape file (data last updated 18 October 2026)
  2. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, CY2026 Medicare Advantage and Part D Landscape file (September 2026 release)
  3. 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.