Medicare Advantage plans in Franklin County, MA: what changed for 2027
For 2027, Franklin County in Massachusetts has 17 Medicare Advantage plans that include drug coverage, compared with 17 in 2026, according to the CMS plan landscape files.
5 Advantage plan IDs (not counting Special Needs or Cost plans) listed here for 2026 are not in the 2027 file and 6 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, 6,934 of the 21,464 people eligible for Medicare in Franklin County were enrolled in a Medicare Advantage or other Medicare health plan, 32.3%. A year earlier it was 6,977 of 21,066 (33.1%).
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 (17)
| Plan | Company | Type | Monthly premium | In-network out-of-pocket limit | Star rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC MA-0003 (HMO-POS) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS | $0 | $7,150 | 4 of 5 |
| Fallon Medicare Plus Orange (HMO) | Fallon Health | HMO | $0 | $9,850 | 4 of 5 |
| Medicare HMO Blue SaverRx (HMO-POS) | Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts | HMO-POS | $0 | $9,200 | 4.5 of 5 |
| Health New England Medicare Value (HMO) | Health New England Medicare Advantage Plans | HMO | $15.00 | $9,000 | 3 of 5 |
| Health New England Medicare Compass (PPO) | Health New England Medicare Advantage Plans | PPO | $64.00 | $8,150 | 3 of 5 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC MA-0006 (PPO) | UnitedHealthcare | PPO | $67.00 | $7,150 | 4 of 5 |
| Medicare HMO Blue ValueRx (HMO) | Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts | HMO | $68.00 | $3,750 | 4.5 of 5 |
| Medicare PPO Blue EssentialRx (PPO) | Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts | PPO | $69.00 | $9,850 | 4 of 5 |
| Fallon Medicare Plus Green (HMO) | Fallon Health | HMO | $72.00 | $6,000 | 4 of 5 |
| Health New England Medicare Select (HMO) | Health New England Medicare Advantage Plans | HMO | $80.00 | $6,500 | 3 of 5 |
| Medicare PPO Blue ValueRx (PPO) | Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts | PPO | $108.00 | $6,600 | 4 of 5 |
| Fallon Medicare Plus Blue (HMO) | Fallon Health | HMO | $117.00 | $3,400 | 4 of 5 |
| Medicare HMO Blue FlexRx (HMO-POS) | Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts | HMO-POS | $119.00 | $4,100 | 4.5 of 5 |
| Health New England Medicare Plus (HMO) | Health New England Medicare Advantage Plans | HMO | $138.00 | $5,500 | 3 of 5 |
| Health New England Medicare Premium (HMO) | Health New England Medicare Advantage Plans | HMO | $188.00 | $5,000 | 3 of 5 |
| Medicare HMO Blue PlusRx (HMO) | Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts | HMO | $245.00 | $3,800 | 4.5 of 5 |
| Medicare PPO Blue PlusRx (PPO) | Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts | PPO | $300.00 | $4,200 | 4 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 MA-MA01 (PPO) | UnitedHealthcare | PPO | Not listed | $7,150 | 4 of 5 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx MA-MA2 (HMO-POS) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS | Not listed | $7,150 | 4 of 5 |
| Fallon Medicare Plus Saver No Rx (HMO) | Fallon Health | HMO | Not listed | $6,700 | 4 of 5 |
| Health New England Medicare Basic No Rx (HMO) | Health New England Medicare Advantage Plans | HMO | Not listed | $5,500 | 3 of 5 |
| Health New England Medicare Premium No Rx (HMO) | Health New England Medicare Advantage Plans | HMO | Not listed | $4,500 | 3 of 5 |
Special Needs Plans for 2027 (5)
| Plan | Company | Type | Monthly premium | In-network out-of-pocket limit | Star rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UHC Complete Care MA-7 (HMO-POS C-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS C-SNP · Chronic or Disabling Condition | $0 | $6,700 | 4 of 5 |
| NaviCare (HMO D-SNP) | Fallon Health | HMO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $22.70 | $9,850 | 3.5 of 5 |
| NaviCare NHC (HMO D-SNP) | Fallon Health | HMO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $25.20 | $9,850 | 3.5 of 5 |
| CCA One Care (HMO D-SNP) | Commonwealth Care Alliance, Inc. | HMO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $33.80 | $8,390 | Plan Too New To Be Measured |
| CCA Senior Care Options (HMO D-SNP) | Commonwealth Care Alliance Massachusetts | HMO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $33.80 | $9,850 | 4.5 of 5 |
Stand-alone Part D drug plans are offered statewide: see Massachusetts 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.