2026 Medicare Advantage Plans in Desha County, AR
Last update: . Enrollment data updated: June 13, 2026
In Desha County, AR, there are 21 Medicare Advantage plans available for 2026. Of these, 17 offer a $0 monthly premium, and about 38% 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 Desha County, AR. Or explore all Medicare Options available in Desha County, AR.
Medicare Advantage PPO Plans
Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plans allow members to use both in-network and out-of-network providers. Out-of-network care typically costs more, but PPOs offer greater flexibility in how care is accessed.
| 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 Giveback H7617-056 | $0 | $7,925 | $0 | H7617-056-0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC AR-0004 | $0 | $6,200 | $520 | H1889-014-0 | |
| Humana USAA Honor Giveback | $0 | $4,700 | N/A | H5216-278-1 | |
| HumanaChoice Giveback H5216-264 | $0 | $7,925 | $0 | H5216-264-0 | |
| HumanaChoice H5216-083 | $46 | $6,750 | $615 | H5216-083-0 | |
| HumanaChoice H5216-231 | $0 | $4,500 | $420 | H5216-231-0 | |
| 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 |
What is the total number of PPO plans offered in Desha?
Desha County has 10 PPO plans for 2026, with 291 enrolled.
How much do PPO plans cost in Desha?
The typical PPO premium in Desha is $20.20, and 7 plans have no monthly premium.
Medicare Advantage HMO-POS Plans
HMO Point-of-Service (HMO-POS) plans combine HMO network requirements with limited out-of-network access. Care outside the network typically costs more, but HMO-POS plans provide added flexibility compared with standard HMOs.
- Total HMO-POS Plans 11
- Average Monthly Premium $3.55/mo
- Total HMO-POS Enrollment 141
- $0 Premium HMO-POS Plans 10
- Average MOOP $6,700
- Top HMO-POS by Enrollment AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC AR-1 (HMO-POS) — 31 enrollees
- HMO-POS Plans Without Drug Coverage 3
| 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 total number of HMO-POS plans in Desha?
There are 11 HMO-POS plans in 2026, covering 141 enrollees.
How much do HMO-POS plans cost in Desha?
The average HMO-POS premium in Desha is $3.55 per month, with 10 plans offering $0 premiums.
What is the leading HMO-POS plan in Desha?
AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC AR-1 (HMO-POS) is the top HMO-POS in Desha, with 31 enrollees.
What is the number of HMO-POS plans without Part D coverage in Desha?
3 HMO-POS plans in Desha do not include prescription drug coverage.
The table below shows CMS star ratings for Medicare Advantage plans in Desha 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) | 8 | 38% |
| 3 Stars | 11 | 52% |
| Below 3 Stars | 2 | 10% |
| Not Rated | 0 | 0% |
| Average Rating | 3.55 | |
* 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 June 13, 2026
- CMS.gov, Medicare Part C & D Performance Data — Last accessed June 13, 2026
- CMS.gov, Medicare Advantage & Part D Contract and Enrollment Data — Last accessed June 13, 2026
This page presents county-level Medicare Advantage (MA/MAPD) data, including plan counts, enrollment totals, averages, and percentage distributions, derived from CMS datasets using a standardized aggregation approach.
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
- AARP.org, "The Big Choice: Original Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage" — Last accessed 25 May, 2025
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