Medicare Advantage plans in Hood County, TX: what changed for 2027
For 2027, Hood County in Texas has 21 Medicare Advantage plans that include drug coverage, compared with 23 in 2026, according to the CMS plan landscape files.
Advantage plans with drug coverage21-2 from 2026
Advantage plans without drug coverage5-2 from 2026
Special Needs Plans23+3 from 2026
$0 premium plans with drug coverage13no change
Median out-of-pocket limit$7,1502026: $6,750
Plans rated 4 stars or more11-1 from 2026
5 Advantage plan IDs (not counting Special Needs or Cost plans) listed here for 2026 are not in the 2027 file and 1 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, 10,297 of the 21,142 people eligible for Medicare in Hood County were enrolled in a Medicare Advantage or other Medicare health plan, 48.7%. A year earlier it was 9,884 of 20,427 (48.4%).
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 (21)
| Plan | Company | Type | Monthly premium | In-network out-of-pocket limit | Star rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AARP Medicare Advantage CareFlex from UHC TX-44 (HMO-POS) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS | $0 | $7,150 | 4 of 5 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC TX-22 (HMO-POS) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS | $0 | $3,900 | 4 of 5 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Extras from UHC TX-27 (HMO-POS) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS | $0 | $4,900 | 4 of 5 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Giveback from UHC TX-39 (HMO-POS) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS | $0 | $7,150 | 4 of 5 |
| Aetna Medicare Signature (HMO) | Aetna Medicare | HMO | $0 | $7,150 | 3 of 5 |
| Aetna Medicare Signature (PPO) | Aetna Medicare | PPO | $0 | $6,750 | 3.5 of 5 |
| Aetna Medicare Signature Extra (PPO) | Aetna Medicare | PPO | $0 | $7,150 | 3.5 of 5 |
| HealthSpring Preferred (HMO) | HealthSpring | HMO | $0 | $4,450 | 3.5 of 5 |
| HealthSpring Preferred Savings (HMO) | HealthSpring | HMO | $0 | $7,150 | 3.5 of 5 |
| HealthSpring True Choice (PPO) | HealthSpring | PPO | $0 | $6,800 | 3 of 5 |
| Humana Essentials Plus Giveback (PPO) | Humana | PPO | $0 | $8,300 | 4.5 of 5 |
| HumanaChoice Giveback H5216-358 (PPO) | Humana | PPO | $0 | $8,300 | 4 of 5 |
| Wellcare Simple (HMO) | Wellcare | HMO | $0 | $4,500 | 3.5 of 5 |
| HumanaChoice H5216-043 (PPO) | Humana | PPO | $20.00 | $7,700 | 4 of 5 |
| HumanaChoice H7617-059 (PPO) | Humana | PPO | $23.00 | $7,700 | 4.5 of 5 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TX-0042 (HMO-POS) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS | $32.00 | $3,900 | 4 of 5 |
| HumanaChoice R4182-004 (Regional PPO) | Humana | Regional PPO | $46.00 | $8,200 | 3.5 of 5 |
| HumanaChoice H5216-042 (PPO) | Humana | PPO | $62.00 | $6,750 | 4 of 5 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TX-25 (HMO-POS) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS | $79.00 | $3,900 | 4 of 5 |
| HumanaChoice R4182-003 (Regional PPO) | Humana | Regional PPO | $100.00 | $8,200 | 3.5 of 5 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TX-61 (Regional PPO) | UnitedHealthcare | Regional PPO | $138.00 | $9,850 | 3 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 TX-MA02 (HMO-POS) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS | Not listed | $7,150 | 4 of 5 |
| Aetna Medicare Eagle (PPO) | Aetna Medicare | PPO | Not listed | $4,900 | 3.5 of 5 |
| HealthSpring Courage (HMO) | HealthSpring | HMO | Not listed | $4,300 | 3.5 of 5 |
| HumanaChoice R4182-001 (Regional PPO) | Humana | Regional PPO | Not listed | $6,000 | 3.5 of 5 |
| Wellcare Patriot Simple (HMO) | Wellcare | HMO | Not listed | $3,400 | 3.5 of 5 |
Special Needs Plans for 2027 (23)
| Plan | Company | Type | Monthly premium | In-network out-of-pocket limit | Star rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aetna Medicare Full Dual Care (HMO D-SNP) | Aetna Medicare | HMO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $9,850 | 3.5 of 5 |
| Aetna Medicare Full Dual Extra Care (HMO D-SNP) | Aetna Medicare | HMO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $9,850 | 3 of 5 |
| Aetna Medicare QMB Only Care (HMO D-SNP) | Aetna Medicare | HMO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $9,850 | 3.5 of 5 |
| Aetna Medicare QMB Only Extra Care (HMO D-SNP) | Aetna Medicare | HMO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $9,850 | 3 of 5 |
| HealthSpring TotalCare (HMO D-SNP) | HealthSpring | HMO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $9,850 | 3.5 of 5 |
| HealthSpring TotalCare Plus (HMO D-SNP) | HealthSpring | HMO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $9,850 | 3.5 of 5 |
| Humana DaVita Kidney Care (PPO C-SNP) | Humana | PPO C-SNP · Chronic or Disabling Condition | $0 | $6,750 | 4.5 of 5 |
| Humana DaVita Kidney Care (PPO C-SNP) | Humana | PPO C-SNP · Chronic or Disabling Condition | $0 | $9,850 | 4.5 of 5 |
| Humana Together in Health (PPO I-SNP) | Humana | PPO I-SNP · Institutional | $0 | $9,850 | 4 of 5 |
| Humana Together in Health (PPO I-SNP) | Humana | PPO I-SNP · Institutional | $0 | $9,850 | 4.5 of 5 |
| Molina Medicare Complete Care (HMO D-SNP) | Molina Healthcare of Texas, Inc. | HMO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $9,850 | 3 of 5 |
| UHC Complete Care TX-3P (HMO-POS C-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS C-SNP · Chronic or Disabling Condition | $0 | $3,900 | 4 of 5 |
| UHC Dual Advantage TX-V11 (HMO-POS D-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $4,450 | Plan Too New To Be Measured |
| UHC Dual Complete TX-Q6 (HMO-POS D-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $9,850 | Plan Too New To Be Measured |
| UHC Dual Complete TX-S001 (Regional PPO D-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | Regional PPO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $9,850 | 3 of 5 |
| UHC Dual Complete TX-S6 (HMO-POS D-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $9,850 | Plan Too New To Be Measured |
| UHC Dual Complete TX-YL2 (HMO-POS D-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $9,850 | Plan Too New To Be Measured |
| Wellcare Superior HealthPlan Dual Liberty (HMO D-SNP) | Wellcare | HMO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $9,850 | 3.5 of 5 |
| Wellpoint Dual Advantage (HMO D-SNP) | Wellpoint | HMO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $9,850 | 3.5 of 5 |
| Wellpoint Dual Advantage Plus (HMO D-SNP) | Wellpoint | HMO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $9,850 | 3.5 of 5 |
| Wellpoint Full Dual Advantage (HMO D-SNP) | Wellpoint | HMO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $9,850 | 3.5 of 5 |
| Provider Partners Texas Advantage Plan (HMO I-SNP) | Provider Partners Health Plans | HMO I-SNP · Institutional | $6.30 | $9,850 | 4 of 5 |
| UHC Complete Care TX-29 (Regional PPO C-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | Regional PPO C-SNP · Chronic or Disabling Condition | $100.00 | $9,850 | 3 of 5 |
Stand-alone Part D drug plans are offered statewide: see Texas 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.