Medicare Advantage plans in Russell County, KS: what changed for 2027
For 2027, Russell County in Kansas has 6 Medicare Advantage plans that include drug coverage, compared with 10 in 2026, according to the CMS plan landscape files.
Companies no longer offering Advantage plans here in 2027
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas
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.
6 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, 276 of the 1,870 people eligible for Medicare in Russell County were enrolled in a Medicare Advantage or other Medicare health plan, 14.8%. A year earlier it was 259 of 1,882 (13.8%).
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 (6)
| Plan | Company | Type | Monthly premium | In-network out-of-pocket limit | Star rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC KS-0001 (HMO-POS) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS | $0 | $5,900 | 3.5 of 5 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC KS-0003 (PPO) | UnitedHealthcare | PPO | $0 | $7,150 | 4 of 5 |
| Humana Essentials Plus Giveback (PPO) | Humana | PPO | $0 | $5,900 | 4.5 of 5 |
| HumanaChoice Giveback H5216-409 (PPO) | Humana | PPO | $0 | $5,900 | 4 of 5 |
| Wellcare Simple (HMO-POS) | Wellcare | HMO-POS | $0 | $7,100 | 2.5 of 5 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC KS-0002 (HMO-POS) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS | $55.00 | $4,450 | 3.5 of 5 |
Advantage plans without drug coverage for 2027 (4)
| Plan | Company | Type | Monthly premium | In-network out-of-pocket limit | Star rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx KS-MA01 (PPO) | UnitedHealthcare | PPO | Not listed | $7,150 | 4 of 5 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx KS-MA2 (HMO-POS) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS | Not listed | $7,150 | 3.5 of 5 |
| Humana USAA Honor Giveback (PPO) | Humana | PPO | Not listed | $4,700 | 4 of 5 |
| Humana USAA Honor Giveback (PPO) | Humana | PPO | Not listed | $4,700 | 4.5 of 5 |
Special Needs Plans for 2027 (8)
| Plan | Company | Type | Monthly premium | In-network out-of-pocket limit | Star rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Healthy Blue Full Dual Advantage (HMO D-SNP) | Healthy Blue | HMO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $9,850 | 2.5 of 5 |
| UHC Complete Care KS-4 (HMO-POS C-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS C-SNP · Chronic or Disabling Condition | $0 | $4,450 | 3.5 of 5 |
| UHC Dual Complete KS-QV1 (HMO-POS D-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $9,850 | 3.5 of 5 |
| Wellcare Sunflower Health Plan Dual Access (HMO-POS D-SNP) | Wellcare | HMO-POS D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $9,850 | 2.5 of 5 |
| Wellcare Sunflower Health Plan Dual Liberty Sync (HMO-POS D-SNP) | Wellcare | HMO-POS D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $9,850 | 2.5 of 5 |
| Kansas Health Advantage (HMO I-SNP) | Kansas Health Advantage | HMO I-SNP · Institutional | $35.50 | $9,850 | 4 of 5 |
| Kansas Health Advantage Choice (HMO I-SNP) | Kansas Health Advantage | HMO I-SNP · Institutional | $35.50 | $9,850 | 4 of 5 |
| UHC Dual Complete KS-S2 (HMO-POS D-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $35.50 | $9,850 | 3.5 of 5 |
Stand-alone Part D drug plans are offered statewide: see Kansas 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.