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  4. Monroe County

2027 Medicare Advantage Plans in Monroe County, AR

Last update: October 5, 2026.

For 2027, Monroe County, AR includes 15 Medicare Advantage plans. Enrollment across these plans totals approximately 357, with 13 $0 premium options and 33% rated 4 stars or higher.

  • PPO Plans
  • HMO Plans
  • HMO-POS Plans

At a Glance

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

  • Average Monthly Premium: $11.20/mo
  • $0 Premium Plans: 13
  • Average MOOP: $6,793 ($9,250 max. in 2027)
  • Star Ratings (Plan Mix): 4+ Stars: 33% · 3 Stars: 60% · Below 3: 7%
  • Average Part D Deductible: $641.92
  • Total MA/MAPD Enrollment: 357
  • Plans with the Highest Enrollment
    (as of October 5, 2026)
    1. Humana Essentials Plus Giveback (PPO) — 85 enrollees
    2. AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC AR-0004 (PPO) — 62 enrollees
    3. AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC AR-1 (HMO-POS) — 39 enrollees

This page and its statistics exclude Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans (SNPs). Special Needs Plans in Monroe County, AR are summarized separately. Visit Medicare Options in Monroe County, AR to see more options. For a broader perspective, explore Arkansas Medicare Advantage plans, including statewide premiums, out-of-pocket costs, CMS ratings, and enrollment comparisons.

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
8
Average Monthly Premium
$14.88/mo
Total PPO Enrollment
214
$0 Premium PPO Plans
7
Average MOOP
$6,469
Top PPO by Enrollment
Humana Essentials Plus Giveback (PPO) — 85 enrollees
PPO Plans Without Drug Coverage
1

2027 PPO Medicare Advantage plans in Monroe County, Arkansas (comparison chart)
Plan Name CMS Stars* Premium/Mo MOOP Rx Ded. CMS ID
Humana Essentials Plus Giveback
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $7,925 $700 H7617-056-0
Humana Value Choice
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $5,650 $520 H7617-066-0
HumanaChoice Giveback H5216-264
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $7,925 $700 H5216-264-0
HumanaChoice H5216-231
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $4,900 $520 H5216-231-0
HumanaChoice H5216-337
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $5,650 $520 H5216-337-3
AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC AR-0004
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $6,500 $685 H1889-014-0
Humana USAA Honor Giveback
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $5,500 N/A R1532-001-0
HumanaChoice R1532-002
☆☆☆☆☆
$119 $7,700 $700 R1532-002-0
What is the average monthly premium for PPO plans in Monroe?
PPO plans in Monroe cost $14.88 per month on average.
Which PPO plan has the highest enrollment in Monroe?
The most popular PPO plan in Monroe is Humana Essentials Plus Giveback (PPO), with 85 enrollees.
How many PPO plans in Monroe do not include prescription drug coverage?
1 PPO plans in Monroe 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.

Total HMO Plans
1
Average Monthly Premium
$0.00/mo
Total HMO Enrollment
21
$0 Premium HMO Plans
1
Average MOOP
$7,150
Top HMO by Enrollment
BlueMedicare Premier (HMO) — 21 enrollees
HMO Plans Without Drug Coverage
0

2027 HMO Medicare Advantage plans in Monroe County, Arkansas (comparison chart)
Plan Name CMS Stars* Premium/Mo MOOP Rx Ded. CMS ID
BlueMedicare Premier
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $7,150 $560 H6158-001-0
What is the total number of HMO plans offered in Monroe?

There are 1 HMO plans in 2027, covering 21 enrollees.

How much do HMO plans cost in Monroe?

The average HMO premium in Monroe is $0.00 per month, with 1 plans offering $0 premiums.

What is the top HMO by enrollment in Monroe?

BlueMedicare Premier (HMO) is the top HMO in Monroe, with 21 enrollees.

What is the number of HMO plans without Part D coverage in Monroe?

0 HMO plans in Monroe 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
6
Average Monthly Premium
$8.17/mo
Total HMO-POS Enrollment
122
$0 Premium HMO-POS Plans
5
Average MOOP
$7,167
Top HMO-POS by Enrollment
AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC AR-1 (HMO-POS) — 39 enrollees
HMO-POS Plans Without Drug Coverage
1

2027 HMO-POS Medicare Advantage plans in Monroe County, Arkansas (comparison chart)
Plan Name CMS Stars* Premium/Mo MOOP Rx Ded. CMS ID
AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC AR-1
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $6,100 $685 H2802-060-0
AARP Medicare Advantage Extras from UHC AR-7
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $7,150 $685 H2802-078-0
AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC AR-0002
☆☆☆☆☆
$49 $6,100 $685 H2802-061-0
AARP Medicare Advantage Giveback from UHC AR-3
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $9,850 $685 H2802-063-0
AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx AR-MA01
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $6,700 N/A H2802-062-0
Wellcare Simple
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $7,100 $700 H9630-002-0

What is the average monthly premium for HMO-POS plans?

HMO-POS plans in Monroe cost $8.17 per month on average.

Which HMO-POS plan is most popular in Monroe?

The most popular HMO-POS plan in Monroe is AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC AR-1 (HMO-POS), with 39 enrollees.

How many HMO-POS plans in Monroe do not include drug coverage?

There are 1 HMO-POS plans in Monroe without prescription drug coverage.

CMS quality ratings for Medicare Advantage plans in Monroe County, AR (2027) are summarized below.

Medicare Advantage Plan Ratings in Monroe County, AR (2027)
Rating Category Number of Plans Percent of Plans
5 Stars No 5-star plans available. 0%
4 Stars (includes 5 Stars) 5 33%
3 Stars 9 60%
Below 3 Stars 1 7%
Not Rated 0 0%
Average Rating 3.63

* CMS assigns Medicare Advantage star ratings annually based on plan quality and performance measures.

Medicare Advantage plans listed on this page are available to eligible beneficiaries residing in Monroe County, Arkansas, including communities such as Brinkley, Clarendon, and other areas throughout the county. Plan availability is determined by county of residence, not by city.

  • CMS.gov, Medicare Advantage & Special Needs Plan Landscape Source Files — Version: 202609
  • CMS.gov, Medicare Part C & D Performance Data — Version: 2026
  • CMS.gov, Medicare Advantage & Part D Contract and Enrollment Data — Version: 2026-09

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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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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