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New Mexico

Medicare Advantage plans in Hidalgo County, NM: what changed for 2027

For 2027, Hidalgo County in New Mexico has 4 Medicare Advantage plans that include drug coverage, compared with 4 in 2026, according to the CMS plan landscape files.

Advantage plans with drug coverage4no change
Advantage plans without drug coverage0no change
Special Needs Plans8+2 from 2026
$0 premium plans with drug coverage3no change
Median out-of-pocket limit$5,1752026: $5,050
Plans rated 4 stars or more4no change

How many people here are in Medicare Advantage

In October 2026, 616 of the 1,135 people eligible for Medicare in Hidalgo County were enrolled in a Medicare Advantage or other Medicare health plan, 54.3%. A year earlier it was 591 of 1,124 (52.6%).

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)

PlanCompanyTypeMonthly premiumIn-network out-of-pocket limitStar rating
AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC EP-1 (PPO)UnitedHealthcarePPO$0$4,4504 of 5
AARP Medicare Advantage Extras from UHC EP-3 (PPO)UnitedHealthcarePPO$0$5,9004 of 5
AARP Medicare Advantage Giveback from UHC EP-2 (PPO)UnitedHealthcarePPO$0$9,8504 of 5
AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC EP-4 (PPO)UnitedHealthcarePPO$66.00$4,2004 of 5

Special Needs Plans for 2027 (8)

PlanCompanyTypeMonthly premiumIn-network out-of-pocket limitStar rating
Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Dual Care (HMO-POS D-SNP)Blue Cross and Blue Shield of IL, NMHMO-POS D-SNP · Dual-Eligible$0$5,0003 of 5
Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Dual Care Plus (HMO-POS D-SNP)Blue Cross and Blue Shield of IL, NMHMO-POS D-SNP · Dual-Eligible$0$9,8503 of 5
Presbyterian Dual Plus (HMO D-SNP)Presbyterian Health PlanHMO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible$0$9,8503 of 5
UHC Complete Care Support EP-1A (PPO C-SNP)UnitedHealthcarePPO C-SNP · Chronic or Disabling Condition$0$9,8504.5 of 5
UHC Dual Advantage NM-V1 (PPO D-SNP)UnitedHealthcarePPO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible$0$4,9003 of 5
UHC Dual Complete NM-Q1 (PPO D-SNP)UnitedHealthcarePPO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible$0$9,8503 of 5
UHC Dual Complete NM-S2 (PPO D-SNP)UnitedHealthcarePPO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible$0$9,8503 of 5
Molina Medicare Complete Care (HMO D-SNP)Molina Healthcare of New MexicoHMO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible$6.30$9,850Plan Too New To Be Measured

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