Medicare plan changes in New Jersey for 2027
Across 21 counties in New Jersey, the 2027 CMS file lists 579 county listings of Medicare Advantage plans with drug coverage, compared with 644 in 2026. By our count, 0 counties have none in 2027, including counties that do not appear in the CMS file at all.
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.
By county
| County | 2026 plans | 2027 plans | Change | Companies leaving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic County | 38 | 29 | -9 | Health Care Service Corporation, Horizon Mutual Holdings, Inc |
| Bergen County | 31 | 28 | -3 | Health Care Service Corporation, Horizon Mutual Holdings, Inc |
| Burlington County | 36 | 32 | -4 | Horizon Mutual Holdings, Inc |
| Camden County | 35 | 34 | -1 | Horizon Mutual Holdings, Inc |
| Cape May County | 29 | 26 | -3 | Health Care Service Corporation, Horizon Mutual Holdings, Inc |
| Cumberland County | 29 | 26 | -3 | Health Care Service Corporation, Horizon Mutual Holdings, Inc |
| Essex County | 29 | 27 | -2 | Health Care Service Corporation, Horizon Mutual Holdings, Inc |
| Gloucester County | 32 | 32 | +0 | Horizon Mutual Holdings, Inc |
| Hudson County | 29 | 27 | -2 | Health Care Service Corporation, Horizon Mutual Holdings, Inc |
| Hunterdon County | 24 | 22 | -2 | Health Care Service Corporation, Horizon Mutual Holdings, Inc |
| Mercer County | 38 | 30 | -8 | Health Care Service Corporation, Horizon Mutual Holdings, Inc |
| Middlesex County | 30 | 25 | -5 | Horizon Mutual Holdings, Inc |
| Monmouth County | 35 | 29 | -6 | Health Care Service Corporation, Horizon Mutual Holdings, Inc |
| Morris County | 32 | 29 | -3 | Health Care Service Corporation, Horizon Mutual Holdings, Inc |
| Ocean County | 29 | 24 | -5 | Health Care Service Corporation, Horizon Mutual Holdings, Inc |
| Passaic County | 31 | 28 | -3 | Health Care Service Corporation, Horizon Mutual Holdings, Inc |
| Salem County | 25 | 25 | +0 | Health Care Service Corporation, Horizon Mutual Holdings, Inc |
| Somerset County | 28 | 27 | -1 | Health Care Service Corporation, Horizon Mutual Holdings, Inc |
| Sussex County | 24 | 24 | +0 | Health Care Service Corporation, Horizon Mutual Holdings, Inc |
| Union County | 35 | 31 | -4 | Health Care Service Corporation, Horizon Mutual Holdings, Inc |
| Warren County | 25 | 24 | -1 | Health Care Service Corporation, Horizon Mutual Holdings, Inc |
Stand-alone Part D drug plans in New Jersey for 2027
11 plans in 2027, compared with 12 in 2026. Lowest monthly drug plan premium: $5.30 (2026: $4.40).
| Plan | Company | Monthly premium | Deductible | Star rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellcare Value Script (PDP) | Wellcare | $5.30 | $700 | Not Applicable |
| Wellcare Classic (PDP) | Wellcare | $24.30 | $700 | Not Applicable |
| Humana Basic Rx Plan (PDP) | Humana | $28.30 | $700 | Not Applicable |
| Humana Value Rx Plan (PDP) | Humana | $65.30 | $687 | Not Applicable |
| HealthSpring Assurance Rx (PDP) | HealthSpring | $105.80 | $700 | Not Applicable |
| SilverScript Choice (PDP) | Aetna Medicare | $120.50 | $700 | Not Applicable |
| Horizon Medicare Blue Rx Standard (PDP) | Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey | $130.30 | $700 | Not Applicable |
| Humana Premier Rx Plan (PDP) | Humana | $131.20 | $350 | Not Applicable |
| AARP Medicare Rx Saver from UHC (PDP) | UnitedHealthcare | $138.50 | $700 | Not Applicable |
| AARP Medicare Rx Preferred from UHC (PDP) | UnitedHealthcare | $210.70 | $300 | Not Applicable |
| Horizon Medicare Blue Rx Enhanced (PDP) | Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey | $217.90 | $300 | Not Applicable |
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)
- US Census Bureau, 2024 Gazetteer Files, counties
Checked 29 October 2026. Plans and premiums can change before 1 January 2027. Confirm any plan on Medicare.gov before you enrol.