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Medicare Advantage plans in Pipestone County, MN: what changed for 2027

For 2027, Pipestone County in Minnesota has 2 Medicare Advantage plans that include drug coverage, compared with 2 in 2026, according to the CMS plan landscape files.

Advantage plans with drug coverage2no change
Advantage plans without drug coverage0no change
Special Needs Plans2-1 from 2026
$0 premium plans with drug coverage0-1 from 2026
Median out-of-pocket limit$8,5002026: $3,900
Plans rated 4 stars or more0no change

How many people here are in Medicare Advantage

In October 2026, 1,301 of the 2,185 people eligible for Medicare in Pipestone County were enrolled in a Medicare Advantage or other Medicare health plan, 59.5%. A year earlier it was 1,342 of 2,154 (62.3%).

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 (2)

PlanCompanyTypeMonthly premiumIn-network out-of-pocket limitStar rating
Align SecureChoice (PPO)Align powered by Sanford Health PlanPPO$35.00$9,8503.5 of 5
Align SecureChoice Gold (PPO)Align powered by Sanford Health PlanPPO$112.00$7,1503.5 of 5

Special Needs Plans for 2027 (2)

PlanCompanyTypeMonthly premiumIn-network out-of-pocket limitStar rating
Prime Health Complete (HMO D-SNP)PrimeWest HealthHMO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible$24.60$9,850Not Enough Data Available
PrimeWest Senior Health Complete (HMO D-SNP)PrimeWest HealthHMO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible$24.60$9,8503.5 of 5

Cost plans for 2027 (13)

PlanCompanyTypeMonthly premiumIn-network out-of-pocket limitStar rating
Platinum Blue Core Plan with Rx (Cost)Blue Cross and Blue Shield of MinnesotaCost$79.80$6,0003.5 of 5
Medica Prime Solution Thrift w/Rx (Cost)MedicaCost$91.00$7,1503 of 5
Medica Prime Solution Basic w/Rx (Cost)MedicaCost$242.10$5,9003 of 5
Platinum Blue Choice Plan with Rx (Cost)Blue Cross and Blue Shield of MinnesotaCost$260.50$3,9003.5 of 5
Platinum Blue Complete Plan with Rx (Cost)Blue Cross and Blue Shield of MinnesotaCost$407.60$3,0003.5 of 5
Medica Prime Solution Basic (Cost)MedicaCostNot listed$5,9003 of 5
Medica Prime Solution Enhanced (Cost)MedicaCostNot listed$4,4503 of 5
Medica Prime Solution Standard (Cost)MedicaCostNot listed$7,1503 of 5
Medica Prime Solution Standard w/Rx (Cost)MedicaCostNot listed$7,1503 of 5
Medica Prime Solution Thrift (Cost)MedicaCostNot listed$7,1503 of 5
Platinum Blue Choice Plan (Cost)Blue Cross and Blue Shield of MinnesotaCostNot listed$3,9003.5 of 5
Platinum Blue Complete Plan (Cost)Blue Cross and Blue Shield of MinnesotaCostNot listed$3,0003.5 of 5
Platinum Blue Core Plan (Cost)Blue Cross and Blue Shield of MinnesotaCostNot listed$6,0003.5 of 5

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