Medicare Advantage plans in Newport County, RI: what changed for 2027
For 2027, Newport County in Rhode Island has 9 Medicare Advantage plans that include drug coverage, compared with 10 in 2026, according to the CMS plan landscape files.
1 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, 10,484 of the 23,153 people eligible for Medicare in Newport County were enrolled in a Medicare Advantage or other Medicare health plan, 45.3%. A year earlier it was 10,433 of 22,588 (46.2%).
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 (9)
| Plan | Company | Type | Monthly premium | In-network out-of-pocket limit | Star rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC RI-0002 (HMO-POS) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS | $0 | $6,300 | 4 of 5 |
| Aetna Medicare Signature (PPO) | Aetna Medicare | PPO | $0 | $7,150 | 4 of 5 |
| BlueCHiP for Medicare Essential (HMO-POS) | Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island | HMO-POS | $0 | $6,750 | 3.5 of 5 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC RI-0003 (PPO) | UnitedHealthcare | PPO | $27.00 | $7,150 | 4 of 5 |
| BlueCHiP for Medicare Access (HMO-POS) | Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island | HMO-POS | $31.30 | $6,000 | 3.5 of 5 |
| BlueCHiP for Medicare Enhanced (HMO-POS) | Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island | HMO-POS | $39.00 | $6,750 | 3.5 of 5 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC RI-0001 (HMO-POS) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS | $48.00 | $5,400 | 4 of 5 |
| Aetna Medicare Enhanced (PPO) | Aetna Medicare | PPO | $54.00 | $7,150 | 4 of 5 |
| BlueCHiP for Medicare Extra (HMO-POS) | Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island | HMO-POS | $159.00 | $6,000 | 3.5 of 5 |
Advantage plans without drug coverage for 2027 (3)
| Plan | Company | Type | Monthly premium | In-network out-of-pocket limit | Star rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx RI-MA01 (HMO-POS) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS | Not listed | $6,200 | 4 of 5 |
| Aetna Medicare Eagle Giveback (PPO) | Aetna Medicare | PPO | Not listed | $7,150 | 4 of 5 |
| BlueCHiP for Medicare Core (HMO) | Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island | HMO | Not listed | $5,000 | 3.5 of 5 |
Special Needs Plans for 2027 (9)
| Plan | Company | Type | Monthly premium | In-network out-of-pocket limit | Star rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UHC Complete Care RI-4 (HMO-POS C-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS C-SNP · Chronic or Disabling Condition | $0 | $5,900 | 4 of 5 |
| UHC Dual Complete RI-Q2 (HMO-POS D-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $9,850 | 3 of 5 |
| UHC Nursing Home Plan RI-F001 (PPO I-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | PPO I-SNP · Institutional | $0 | $9,850 | 5 of 5 |
| UHC Dual Advantage RI-V1 (HMO-POS D-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0.40 | $4,900 | 3.5 of 5 |
| UHC Dual Complete RI-S3 (HMO-POS D-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $3.10 | $9,850 | 3.5 of 5 |
| UHC Dual Complete RI-Q1 (PPO D-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | PPO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $3.40 | $9,850 | 3 of 5 |
| Neighborhood Dual CONNECT (HMO D-SNP) | Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island | HMO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $21.60 | $9,850 | Plan Too New To Be Measured |
| Neighborhood INTEGRITY for Duals (HMO D-SNP) | Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island | HMO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $29.10 | $9,850 | Plan Too New To Be Measured |
| BlueRI for Duals (HMO D-SNP) | Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island | HMO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $31.20 | $9,850 | 3.5 of 5 |
Stand-alone Part D drug plans are offered statewide: see Rhode Island 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.