Medicare Advantage plans in Valencia County, NM: what changed for 2027
For 2027, Valencia County in New Mexico has 16 Medicare Advantage plans that include drug coverage, compared with 20 in 2026, according to the CMS plan landscape files.
Companies no longer offering Advantage plans here in 2027
- Presbyterian Healthcare Services
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.
9 Advantage plan IDs (not counting Special Needs or Cost plans) listed here for 2026 are not in the 2027 file and 3 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, 11,519 of the 18,298 people eligible for Medicare in Valencia County were enrolled in a Medicare Advantage or other Medicare health plan, 63.0%. A year earlier it was 11,318 of 18,009 (62.8%).
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 (16)
| Plan | Company | Type | Monthly premium | In-network out-of-pocket limit | Star rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AARP Medicare Advantage Direct OTC from UHC NM-14 (PPO) | UnitedHealthcare | PPO | $0 | $5,900 | 4 of 5 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Direct Plus from UHC NM-15 (PPO) | UnitedHealthcare | PPO | $0 | $5,900 | 4 of 5 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC NM-4 (PPO) | UnitedHealthcare | PPO | $0 | $5,900 | 4 of 5 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Extras from UHC NM-12 (PPO) | UnitedHealthcare | PPO | $0 | $7,150 | 4 of 5 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Giveback from UHC NM-7 (PPO) | UnitedHealthcare | PPO | $0 | $7,150 | 4 of 5 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC NM-0009 (HMO-POS) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS | $0 | $6,700 | 4 of 5 |
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Basic (HMO-POS) | Blue Cross and Blue Shield of IL, NM | HMO-POS | $0 | $7,150 | 3 of 5 |
| HealthSpring Preferred (HMO) | HealthSpring | HMO | $0 | $4,300 | 2.5 of 5 |
| Humana Essentials Plus Giveback (PPO) | Humana | PPO | $0 | $7,850 | 4 of 5 |
| Humana Gold Plus H0028-019 (HMO) | Humana | HMO | $0 | $3,800 | 4.5 of 5 |
| Humana Total Complete (HMO) | Humana | HMO | $0 | $3,800 | 4.5 of 5 |
| Humana Value Choice (PPO) | Humana | PPO | $0 | $5,900 | 4 of 5 |
| HumanaChoice H5216-223 (PPO) | Humana | PPO | $20.00 | $4,900 | 4 of 5 |
| HumanaChoice H7617-068 (PPO) | Humana | PPO | $20.00 | $4,900 | 4.5 of 5 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC NM-0001 (PPO) | UnitedHealthcare | PPO | $34.00 | $5,900 | 4 of 5 |
| Humana Full Access (PPO) | Humana | PPO | $60.00 | $3,900 | 4.5 of 5 |
Advantage plans without drug coverage for 2027 (2)
| Plan | Company | Type | Monthly premium | In-network out-of-pocket limit | Star rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx NM-MA01 (PPO) | UnitedHealthcare | PPO | Not listed | $7,150 | 4 of 5 |
| Humana USAA Honor Giveback (PPO) | Humana | PPO | Not listed | $6,200 | 4 of 5 |
Special Needs Plans for 2027 (12)
| Plan | Company | Type | Monthly premium | In-network out-of-pocket limit | Star rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Dual Care (HMO-POS D-SNP) | Blue Cross and Blue Shield of IL, NM | HMO-POS D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $5,000 | 3 of 5 |
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Dual Care Plus (HMO-POS D-SNP) | Blue Cross and Blue Shield of IL, NM | HMO-POS D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $9,850 | 3 of 5 |
| Humana Gold Plus - Diabetes and Heart (HMO C-SNP) | Humana | HMO C-SNP · Chronic or Disabling Condition | $0 | $9,850 | 4.5 of 5 |
| Humana Gold Plus - Diabetes and Heart (HMO C-SNP) | Humana | HMO C-SNP · Chronic or Disabling Condition | $0 | $3,250 | 4.5 of 5 |
| HumanaChoice - Diabetes and Heart (PPO C-SNP) | Humana | PPO C-SNP · Chronic or Disabling Condition | $0 | $9,850 | 4 of 5 |
| Presbyterian Dual Plus (HMO D-SNP) | Presbyterian Health Plan | HMO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $9,850 | 3 of 5 |
| UHC Complete Care NM-11 (PPO C-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | PPO C-SNP · Chronic or Disabling Condition | $0 | $4,900 | 4.5 of 5 |
| UHC Complete Care Support NM-1A (PPO C-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | PPO C-SNP · Chronic or Disabling Condition | $0 | $9,850 | 4.5 of 5 |
| UHC Dual Advantage NM-V1 (PPO D-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | PPO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $4,900 | 3 of 5 |
| UHC Dual Complete NM-Q1 (PPO D-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | PPO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $9,850 | 3 of 5 |
| UHC Dual Complete NM-S2 (PPO D-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | PPO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $9,850 | 3 of 5 |
| Molina Medicare Complete Care (HMO D-SNP) | Molina Healthcare of New Mexico | HMO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $6.30 | $9,850 | Plan Too New To Be Measured |
Stand-alone Part D drug plans are offered statewide: see New Mexico 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.