2026 Medicare Advantage Plans in Cross County, AR
Last update: . Enrollment data updated: May 2, 2026
In Cross County, AR, there are 29 Medicare Advantage plans available for 2026. Of these, 24 offer a $0 monthly premium, and about 41% are rated 4 stars or higher based on CMS quality ratings.
Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans (SNPs) are not included in the figures shown above. View Special Needs Plans in Cross County, AR. Or explore all Medicare Options available in Cross County, AR.
Medicare Advantage PPO Plans
Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plans allow access to both in-network and out-of-network providers. Out-of-network care usually costs more, but PPOs offer greater flexibility in choosing doctors and hospitals.
- Total PPO Plans 12
- Average Monthly Premium $16.92/mo
- Total PPO Enrollment 215
- $0 Premium PPO Plans 9
- Average MOOP $7,163
- Top PPO by Enrollment AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC AR-0004 (PPO) — 59 enrollees
- PPO Plans Without Drug Coverage 4
| Health Plan Name | CMS Rating* | Premium Per Mo | MOOP | PDP Ded. | CMS Plan ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Humana USAA Honor Giveback | $0 | $4,700 | N/A | H7617-012-0 | |
| HumanaChoice H7617-007 | $47 | $9,250 | $615 | H7617-007-0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC AR-0004 | $0 | $6,200 | $520 | H1889-014-0 | |
| Aetna Medicare Eagle Giveback | $0 | $7,900 | N/A | H1608-074-0 | |
| Aetna Medicare Signature Plus | $0 | $9,250 | $615 | H1608-021-0 | |
| Humana USAA Honor Giveback | $0 | $4,700 | N/A | H5216-278-1 | |
| HealthSpring True Choice | $0 | $7,250 | $300 | H7849-102-1 | |
| UHC Medicare Advantage AM-0002 | $106 | $9,250 | $600 | R3444-012-0 | |
| Humana USAA Honor Giveback | $0 | $5,500 | N/A | R1532-001-0 | |
| HumanaChoice R1532-002 | $50 | $7,450 | $615 | R1532-002-0 | |
| DEVOTED CHOICE 001 AR | $0 | $5,700 | $375 | H7397-001-0 | |
| DEVOTED CHOICE GIVEBACK 002 AR | $0 | $8,800 | $605 | H7397-002-0 |
What is the total number of PPO plans offered in Cross?
There are 12 PPO plans in 2026, covering 215 beneficiaries.
How much do PPO plans cost in Cross?
The average PPO premium in Cross is $16.92 per month, with 9 plans offering $0 premiums.
What is the most popular PPO plan in Cross?
AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC AR-0004 (PPO) is the top PPO in Cross, with 59 enrollees.
What is the number of PPO plans without Part D coverage in Cross?
There are 4 PPO plans in Cross without prescription drug coverage.
Medicare Advantage HMO Plans
HMO plans typically require members to use in-network providers and facilities, except in emergencies. In return, HMOs often offer lower monthly premiums and reduced cost-sharing.
- Total HMO Plans
- 5
- Average Monthly Premium
- $1.78/mo
- Total HMO Enrollment
- 388
- $0 Premium HMO Plans
- 4
- Average MOOP
- $5,740
- Top HMO by Enrollment
- HealthSpring Preferred (HMO) — 249 enrollees
- HMO Plans Without Drug Coverage
- 1
| Health Plan Name | CMS Rating* | Premium Per Mo | MOOP | PDP Ded. | CMS Plan ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aetna Medicare Signature Plus | $0 | $6,750 | $615 | H2663-039-0 | |
| HealthSpring Courage | $0 | $4,500 | N/A | H4513-078-0 | |
| HealthSpring Preferred | $0 | $4,750 | $250 | H4513-038-0 | |
| BlueMedicare Independence | $9 | $6,200 | $615 | H6158-003-0 | |
| BlueMedicare Premier | $0 | $6,500 | $460 | H6158-001-0 |
What is the average monthly premium for HMO plans?
HMO plans in Cross cost $1.78 per month on average.
Which HMO plan is most popular in Cross?
The most popular HMO plan in Cross is HealthSpring Preferred (HMO), with 249 enrollees.
How many HMO plans in Cross do not include drug coverage?
There are 1 HMO plans in Cross without prescription drug coverage.
Medicare Advantage HMO-POS Plans
HMO Point-of-Service (HMO-POS) plans combine HMO network rules with limited out-of-network access. Care outside the network typically costs more, but HMO-POS plans provide added flexibility compared with standard HMOs.
| Health Plan Name | CMS Rating* | Premium Per Mo | MOOP | PDP Ded. | CMS Plan ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC AR-1 | $0 | $5,700 | $440 | H2802-060-0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Extras from UHC AR-7 | $0 | $6,700 | $440 | H2802-078-0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC AR-0002 | $39 | $5,700 | $440 | H2802-061-0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Giveback from UHC AR-3 | $0 | $9,250 | $600 | H2802-063-0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx AR-MA01 | $0 | $6,700 | N/A | H2802-062-0 | |
| Wellcare Giveback | $0 | $8,000 | $615 | H9630-008-0 | |
| Wellcare Patriot Giveback Preferred | $0 | $4,900 | N/A | H9630-015-0 | |
| Wellcare Simple | $0 | $6,700 | $615 | H9630-002-0 | |
| Wellcare Giveback Dividend | $0 | $7,550 | $485 | H1416-064-0 | |
| Wellcare Patriot Giveback | $0 | $6,500 | N/A | H1416-058-0 | |
| Wellcare Simple Preferred | $0 | $6,000 | $615 | H1416-055-0 |
What is the leading HMO-POS plan in Cross?
Wellcare Simple (HMO-POS) is the top HMO-POS in Cross, with 172 enrollees.
What is the number of HMO-POS plans without Part D coverage in Cross?
3 HMO-POS plans in Cross do not include prescription drug coverage.
Medicare Advantage PFFS Plans
PFFS plans allow members to visit any Medicare-approved provider who accepts the plan’s payment terms. This offers broader choice than network-based plans, but coverage depends on provider participation, so acceptance should be confirmed in advance.
- Total PFFS Plans
- 1
- Average Monthly Premium
- $0.00/mo
- Total PFFS Enrollment
- 0
- $0 Premium PFFS Plans
- 1
- Average MOOP
- $6,700
- Top PFFS by Enrollment
- — 0 enrollees
- PFFS Plans Without Drug Coverage
- 1
| Health Plan Name | CMS Rating* | Premium Per Mo | MOOP | PDP Ded. | CMS Plan ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Humana Gold Choice H8145-126 | $0 | $6,700 | N/A | H8145-126-0 |
What is the typical premium for PFFS plans in Cross?
PFFS plans in Cross cost $0.00 per month on average.
Which PFFS plan has the most enrollment in Cross?
The most popular PFFS plan in Cross is , with 0 enrollees.
How many PFFS options are available without prescription drug coverage in Cross?
There are 1 PFFS plans in Cross without prescription drug coverage.
The table below shows CMS star ratings for Medicare Advantage plans in Cross County, AR for 2026.
| Rating Category | Number of Plans | Percent of Plans |
|---|---|---|
| 5 Stars | No 5-star plans available. | 0% |
| 4 Stars (includes 5 Stars) | 11 | 41% |
| 3 Stars | 14 | 52% |
| Below 3 Stars | 2 | 7% |
| Not Rated | 2 | 7% |
| Average Rating | 3.54 | |
* Medicare Advantage star ratings are determined by CMS each year using a standardized 5-star rating system.
- CMS.gov, Medicare Advantage Landscape Source Files — Last accessed May 2, 2026
- CMS.gov, Medicare Part C & D Performance Data — Last accessed May 2, 2026
- CMS.gov, Medicare Advantage & Part D Contract and Enrollment Data — Last accessed May 2, 2026
County-level figures shown on this page, including plan counts, enrollment totals, averages, and percentage distributions, reflect standard Medicare Advantage (MA/MAPD) plans only and are derived from CMS datasets using a standardized aggregation methodology.
Data sources and methodology documentation .
- Medicare.gov, "Compare types of Medicare Advantage Plans" — Last accessed 25 May, 2025
- Medicare.gov, "Your coverage options" — Last accessed 25 May, 2025
- Medicare.gov, "Joining a plan" — Last accessed 25 May, 2025
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