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  4. Jackson County

2026 Medicare Advantage Plans in Jackson County, AR

Last update: September 1, 2026.

In Jackson County, AR, there are 27 Medicare Advantage plans available for 2026. Of these, 22 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 Jackson County, AR. Or explore all Medicare Options available in Jackson County, AR.

  • PPO Plans
  • HMO Plans
  • HMO-POS Plans
  • PFFS Plans

At a Glance

County-level summary of Medicare Advantage plan availability and enrollment based on CMS data.

Average Monthly Premium
$9.29/mo
Plans with $0 Premium
22
Average MOOP Limit
$6,687 ($9,250 max. in 2026)
Star Ratings (Plan Mix)
4+ Stars: 41% · 3 Stars: 52% · Below 3: 7%
Average Part D Deductible
$525.28
Total MA/MAPD Enrollment
682
Plans with the Highest Enrollment
(as of September 8, 2026)
1. HealthSpring Preferred (HMO) — 196 enrollees
2. Wellcare Simple (HMO-POS) — 128 enrollees
3. BlueMedicare Premier (HMO) — 71 enrollees

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 10
  • Average Monthly Premium $20.30/mo
  • Total PPO Enrollment 98
  • $0 Premium PPO Plans 7
  • Average MOOP $7,145
  • Top PPO by Enrollment AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC AR-0004 (PPO) — 61 enrollees
  • PPO Plans Without Drug Coverage 4

Comparison table of 2026 PPO Medicare Advantage Plans available in Jackson County, Arkansas
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
What is the total number of PPO plans offered in Jackson?

There are 10 PPO plans in 2026, covering 98 beneficiaries.

How much do PPO plans cost in Jackson?

The average PPO premium in Jackson is $20.30 per month, with 7 plans offering $0 premiums.

What is the most popular PPO plan in Jackson?

AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC AR-0004 (PPO) is the top PPO in Jackson, with 61 enrollees.

What is the number of PPO plans without Part D coverage in Jackson?

There are 4 PPO plans in Jackson 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
279
$0 Premium HMO Plans
4
Average MOOP
$5,740
Top HMO by Enrollment
HealthSpring Preferred (HMO) — 196 enrollees
HMO Plans Without Drug Coverage
1

Comparison table of 2026 HMO Medicare Advantage Plans available in Jackson County, Arkansas
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 Jackson cost $1.78 per month on average.

Which HMO plan is most popular in Jackson?

The most popular HMO plan in Jackson is HealthSpring Preferred (HMO), with 196 enrollees.

How many HMO plans in Jackson do not include drug coverage?

There are 1 HMO plans in Jackson 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.

Total HMO-POS Plans
11
Average Monthly Premium
$3.55/mo
Total HMO-POS Enrollment
305
$0 Premium HMO-POS Plans
10
Average MOOP
$6,700
Top HMO-POS by Enrollment
Wellcare Simple (HMO-POS) — 128 enrollees
HMO-POS Plans Without Drug Coverage
3

Comparison table of 2026 HMO-POS Medicare Advantage Plans available in Jackson County, Arkansas
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 Jackson?

Wellcare Simple (HMO-POS) is the top HMO-POS in Jackson, with 128 enrollees.

What is the number of HMO-POS plans without Part D coverage in Jackson?

3 HMO-POS plans in Jackson 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

Comparison table of 2026 PFFS Medicare Advantage Plans available in Jackson County, Arkansas
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 Jackson?

PFFS plans in Jackson cost $0.00 per month on average.

Which PFFS plan has the most enrollment in Jackson?

The most popular PFFS plan in Jackson is , with 0 enrollees.

How many PFFS options are available without prescription drug coverage in Jackson?

There are 1 PFFS plans in Jackson without prescription drug coverage.

The table below shows CMS star ratings for Medicare Advantage plans in Jackson County, AR for 2026.

CMS Star Ratings for Medicare Advantage Plans in Jackson County, AR (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 0 0%
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 & Special Needs Plan Landscape Source Files — Version: 202608
  • CMS.gov, Medicare Part C & D Performance Data — Version: 2026
  • CMS.gov, Medicare Advantage & Part D Contract and Enrollment Data — Version: 2026-08

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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Page content independently curated and maintained by David W. Bynon, Editorial Steward, using a standardized, data-driven methodology for accurate, non-commercial Medicare plan interpretation and resolution.

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