2026 Medicare Advantage Plans in Garland County, AR
Last update: . Enrollment data updated: May 2, 2026
For 2026, Garland County, AR includes 34 Medicare Advantage plans. Enrollment across these plans totals approximately 7,666, with 28 $0 premium options and 35% rated 4 stars or higher.
This page and its statistics exclude Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans (SNPs). Special Needs Plans in Garland County, AR are summarized separately. Visit Medicare Options in Garland County, AR to see more options.
Medicare Advantage PPO Plans
Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plans allow members to choose care from both in-network and out-of-network providers. Out-of-network care usually costs more, but PPOs offer greater flexibility in how members access care.
- Total PPO Plans
- 15
- Average Monthly Premium
- $13.47/mo
- Total PPO Enrollment
- 3,833
- $0 Premium PPO Plans
- 12
- Average MOOP
- $7,097
- Top PPO by Enrollment
- Aetna Medicare Signature Plus (PPO) — 1,004 enrollees
- PPO Plans Without Drug Coverage
- 4
| Plan Name | CMS Stars* | Premium/Mo | MOOP | Rx Ded. | CMS 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 | |
| Aetna Medicare Eagle Giveback | $0 | $7,900 | N/A | H1608-074-0 | |
| Aetna Medicare Elite | $0 | $7,900 | $615 | H1608-054-0 | |
| Aetna Medicare Signature Giveback | $0 | $9,250 | $615 | H1608-079-0 | |
| Aetna Medicare Signature Plus | $0 | $9,250 | $615 | H1608-021-0 | |
| 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 | |
| HealthSpring True Choice | $0 | $7,250 | $300 | H7849-102-2 | |
| 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 average monthly premium for PPO plans in Garland?
- PPO plans in Garland cost $13.47 per month on average.
- Which PPO plan has the highest enrollment in Garland?
- The most popular PPO plan in Garland is Aetna Medicare Signature Plus (PPO), with 1,004 enrollees.
- How many PPO plans in Garland do not include prescription drug coverage?
- 4 PPO plans in Garland do not include prescription drug coverage.
Medicare Advantage HMO Plans
Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) plans are built around a defined network of doctors and hospitals. Care is generally covered only within the network, except in emergencies, but this structure often results in lower premiums and out-of-pocket costs.
| Plan Name | CMS Stars* | Premium/Mo | MOOP | Rx Ded. | CMS ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aetna Medicare Signature Care | $0 | $6,750 | $615 | H2663-067-0 | |
| 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 | $200 | H4513-050-0 | |
| Humana Gold Plus H5619-122 | $13 | $5,900 | $615 | H5619-122-0 |
What is the total number of HMO plans offered in Garland?
There are 5 HMO plans in 2026, covering 1,101 enrollees.
How much do HMO plans cost in Garland?
The average HMO premium in Garland is $2.60 per month, with 4 plans offering $0 premiums.
What is the top HMO by enrollment in Garland?
HealthSpring Preferred (HMO) is the top HMO in Garland, with 441 enrollees.
What is the number of HMO plans without Part D coverage in Garland?
1 HMO plans in Garland do not include prescription drug coverage.
Medicare Advantage HMO-POS Plans
HMO-POS plans are structured like HMOs, requiring in-network care for the lowest costs, while allowing limited out-of-network access at higher cost. This provides added flexibility compared with standard HMO plans.
- Total HMO-POS Plans
- 11
- Average Monthly Premium
- $3.55/mo
- Total HMO-POS Enrollment
- 2,560
- $0 Premium HMO-POS Plans
- 10
- Average MOOP
- $6,700
- Top HMO-POS by Enrollment
- Wellcare Simple (HMO-POS) — 1,126 enrollees
- HMO-POS Plans Without Drug Coverage
- 3
| Plan Name | CMS Stars* | Premium/Mo | MOOP | Rx Ded. | CMS 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 average monthly premium for HMO-POS plans?
HMO-POS plans in Garland cost $3.55 per month on average.
Which HMO-POS plan is most popular in Garland?
The most popular HMO-POS plan in Garland is Wellcare Simple (HMO-POS), with 1,126 enrollees.
How many HMO-POS plans in Garland do not include drug coverage?
There are 3 HMO-POS plans in Garland without prescription drug coverage.
Medicare Advantage PFFS Plans
Private Fee-for-Service (PFFS) plans allow members to visit any Medicare-approved provider that accepts the plan’s payment terms. This provides flexibility in choosing doctors and hospitals, but provider acceptance should be confirmed before receiving care.
- Total PFFS Plans 3
- Average Monthly Premium $19.33/mo
- Total PFFS Enrollment 172
- $0 Premium PFFS Plans 2
- Average MOOP $7,233
- Top PFFS by Enrollment BlueMedicare Preferred (PFFS) — 149 enrollees
- PFFS Plans Without Drug Coverage 2
| Plan Name | CMS Stars* | Premium/Mo | MOOP | Rx Ded. | CMS ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BlueMedicare Preferred | $58 | $7,500 | $615 | H4213-017-1 | |
| BlueMedicare Value | $0 | $7,500 | N/A | H4213-019-0 | |
| Humana Gold Choice H8145-126 | $0 | $6,700 | N/A | H8145-126-0 |
What is the top PFFS plan in Garland?
BlueMedicare Preferred (PFFS) is the top PFFS in Garland, with 149 enrollees.
What is the number of PFFS plans without Part D coverage in Garland?
2 PFFS plans in Garland do not include prescription drug coverage.
CMS quality ratings for Medicare Advantage plans in Garland County, AR (2026) are summarized below.
| Rating Category | Number of Plans | Percent of Plans |
|---|---|---|
| 5 Stars | No 5-star plans available. | 0% |
| 4 Stars (includes 5 Stars) | 12 | 35% |
| 3 Stars | 20 | 59% |
| Below 3 Stars | 2 | 6% |
| Not Rated | 0 | 0% |
| Average Rating | 3.56 | |
* CMS assigns Medicare Advantage star ratings annually based on plan quality and performance measures.
- 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
All plan counts, enrollment totals, averages, and percentage distributions are calculated at the county level using CMS data and include standard Medicare Advantage (MA/MAPD) plans only, based on a consistent aggregation methodology.
Data sources and methodology documentation .
- Medicare.gov, "Understanding Medicare Advantage Plans" — Last accessed 25 May, 2025
- Medicare.gov, "Compare Original Medicare & Medicare Advantage" — Last accessed 25 May, 2025
- NCOA.org, "5 Steps to Choosing the Right Medicare Plan for You" — Last accessed 25 May, 2025
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