Medicare Advantage plans in Walker County, TX: what changed for 2027
For 2027, Walker County in Texas has 21 Medicare Advantage plans that include drug coverage, compared with 26 in 2026, according to the CMS plan landscape files.
Advantage plans with drug coverage21-5 from 2026
Advantage plans without drug coverage6-2 from 2026
Special Needs Plans22no change
$0 premium plans with drug coverage15-3 from 2026
Median out-of-pocket limit$7,1502026: $6,750
Plans rated 4 stars or more8-6 from 2026
7 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, 7,445 of the 12,695 people eligible for Medicare in Walker County were enrolled in a Medicare Advantage or other Medicare health plan, 58.6%. A year earlier it was 7,065 of 12,262 (57.6%).
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 (21)
| Plan | Company | Type | Monthly premium | In-network out-of-pocket limit | Star rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC TX-26 (HMO-POS) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS | $0 | $4,900 | 4 of 5 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Extras from UHC TX-48 (HMO-POS) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS | $0 | $7,150 | 4 of 5 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Giveback from UHC TX-41 (HMO-POS) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS | $0 | $9,850 | 4 of 5 |
| Aetna Medicare Signature (PPO) | Aetna Medicare | PPO | $0 | $7,150 | 3.5 of 5 |
| Aetna Medicare Signature Extra (PPO) | Aetna Medicare | PPO | $0 | $7,150 | 3.5 of 5 |
| HealthSpring Alliance (HMO) | HealthSpring | HMO | $0 | $3,600 | 3.5 of 5 |
| HealthSpring Preferred (HMO) | HealthSpring | HMO | $0 | $4,000 | 3.5 of 5 |
| HealthSpring Preferred Extra Savings (HMO) | HealthSpring | HMO | $0 | $7,500 | 3.5 of 5 |
| HealthSpring Preferred Savings (HMO) | HealthSpring | HMO | $0 | $7,200 | 3.5 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 |
| KelseyCare Advantage Freedom (HMO-POS) | KelseyCare Advantage | HMO-POS | $0 | $6,850 | 4.5 of 5 |
| Wellcare Simple (HMO) | Wellcare | HMO | $0 | $3,500 | 3.5 of 5 |
| Wellcare TexanPlus Classic Simple (HMO-POS) | Wellcare | HMO-POS | $0 | $3,400 | 4 of 5 |
| Wellpoint Medicare Advantage 2 (HMO-POS) | Wellpoint | HMO-POS | $0 | $9,850 | 3 of 5 |
| Aetna Medicare Value Plus (PPO) | Aetna Medicare | PPO | $6.30 | $7,150 | 3.5 of 5 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TX-0007 (PPO) | UnitedHealthcare | PPO | $10.00 | $7,150 | 3 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 |
| 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 (6)
| Plan | Company | Type | Monthly premium | In-network out-of-pocket limit | Star rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HealthSpring Courage (HMO) | HealthSpring | HMO | Not listed | $4,300 | 3.5 of 5 |
| Humana Gold Choice H8145-126 (PFFS) | Humana | PFFS | Not listed | $9,850 | 4 of 5 |
| Humana USAA Honor Giveback (PPO) | Humana | PPO | Not listed | $7,900 | 4 of 5 |
| Humana USAA Honor Giveback (PPO) | Humana | PPO | Not listed | $7,900 | 4.5 of 5 |
| HumanaChoice R4182-001 (Regional PPO) | Humana | Regional PPO | Not listed | $6,000 | 3.5 of 5 |
| KelseyCare Advantage Core (HMO) | KelseyCare Advantage | HMO | Not listed | $4,500 | 4.5 of 5 |
Special Needs Plans for 2027 (22)
| 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 |
| Community DualCare Access (HMO D-SNP) | Community Health Choice | HMO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $9,850 | Not Enough Data Available |
| 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 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 Dual Advantage TX-V10 (HMO-POS D-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $4,450 | 3.5 of 5 |
| UHC Dual Complete TX-Q8 (HMO-POS D-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $9,850 | 3.5 of 5 |
| 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-S5 (HMO-POS D-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $9,850 | 3.5 of 5 |
| Wellcare Superior HealthPlan Dual Access (HMO D-SNP) | Wellcare | HMO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $9,850 | 3.5 of 5 |
| Wellcare Superior HealthPlan Dual Liberty (HMO D-SNP) | Wellcare | HMO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $9,850 | 3.5 of 5 |
| Wellcare Superior HealthPlan Dual Reserve (HMO D-SNP) | Wellcare | HMO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $3,450 | 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 Aligned (HMO D-SNP) | Wellpoint | HMO D-SNP · Dual-Eligible | $0 | $9,850 | 3.5 of 5 |
| Wellpoint Kidney Care (HMO-POS C-SNP) | Wellpoint | HMO-POS C-SNP · Chronic or Disabling Condition | $0 | $2,900 | 3 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.