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  4. Sharp County

2027 Medicare Advantage Plans in Sharp County, AR

Last update: October 5, 2026.

For 2027, Sharp County, AR includes 18 Medicare Advantage plans. Enrollment across these plans totals approximately 972, with 13 $0 premium options and 31% 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: $14.25/mo
  • $0 Premium Plans: 13
  • Average MOOP: $6,841 ($9,250 max. in 2027)
  • Star Ratings (Plan Mix): 4+ Stars: 31% · 3 Stars: 62% · Below 3: 8%
  • Average Part D Deductible: $658.00
  • Total MA/MAPD Enrollment: 972
  • Plans with the Highest Enrollment
    (as of October 5, 2026)
    1. BlueMedicare Premier (HMO) — 309 enrollees
    2. Humana Total Complete (HMO-POS) — 278 enrollees
    3. AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC AR-0004 (PPO) — 153 enrollees

Totals on this page exclude Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans (SNPs). SNP plans for Sharp County, AR are provided separately. Or you can discover all Medicare Options in Sharp County, AR. For a statewide view, browse Medicare Advantage plans in Arkansas to examine available plan types, average premiums, out-of-pocket limits, CMS star ratings, and the most-enrolled plans across the state.

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
9
Average Monthly Premium
$19.89/mo
Total PPO Enrollment
237
$0 Premium PPO Plans
7
Average MOOP
$6,833
Top PPO by Enrollment
AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC AR-0004 (PPO) — 153 enrollees
PPO Plans Without Drug Coverage
3

2027 PPO Medicare Advantage plans in Sharp County, Arkansas (comparison chart)
PPO Plan Name Rating* Premium MOOP Rx Ded. Plan-ID
Humana USAA Honor Giveback
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $4,700 N/A H7617-012-0
HumanaChoice H7617-007
☆☆☆☆☆
$60 $9,250 $700 H7617-007-0
Humana USAA Honor Giveback
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $4,700 N/A H5216-278-1
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
DEVOTED CHOICE 001 AR
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $5,700 $650 H7397-001-0
DEVOTED CHOICE GIVEBACK 002 AR
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $9,850 $461 H7397-002-0
DEVOTED CHOICE GIVEBACK EXTRAS 012 AR
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $7,600 $700 H7397-012-0

What is the typical premium for PPO plans available in Sharp?

PPO plans in Sharp cost $19.89 per month on average.

Which PPO plan do most beneficiaries choose in Sharp?

The most popular PPO plan in Sharp is AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC AR-0004 (PPO), with 153 enrollees.

How many PPO options are offered without drug coverage in Sharp?

3 PPO plans in Sharp do not include prescription drug coverage.

Medicare Advantage HMO Plans

Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) plans generally require members to use in-network doctors, hospitals, and other providers, except in emergencies. Because of this structure, HMOs often have lower premiums and out-of-pocket costs than other plan types.

  • Total HMO Plans 1
  • Average Monthly Premium $0.00/mo
  • Total HMO Enrollment 309
  • $0 Premium HMO Plans 1
  • Average MOOP $7,150
  • Top HMO by Enrollment BlueMedicare Premier (HMO) — 309 enrollees
  • HMO Plans Without Drug Coverage 0

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

In 2027, Sharp County has 1 HMO plans with 309 enrollees.

How much do HMO plans cost in Sharp?

The typical HMO premium in Sharp is $0.00, and 1 plans have no monthly premium.

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
426
$0 Premium HMO-POS Plans
5
Average MOOP
$6,800
Top HMO-POS by Enrollment
Humana Total Complete (HMO-POS) — 278 enrollees
HMO-POS Plans Without Drug Coverage
1

2027 HMO-POS Medicare Advantage plans in Sharp County, Arkansas (comparison chart)
Plan Name Rating* Premium MOOP Rx Ded. Plan-ID
Humana Total Complete
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $4,900 $700 H5619-111-0
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
What is the average monthly premium for HMO-POS plans?
HMO-POS plans in Sharp cost $8.17 per month on average.
Which HMO-POS plan is most popular in Sharp?
The most popular HMO-POS plan in Sharp is Humana Total Complete (HMO-POS), with 278 enrollees.
How many HMO-POS plans in Sharp do not include drug coverage?
There are 1 HMO-POS plans in Sharp without prescription drug coverage.

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

Quality Ratings for Medicare Advantage Plans in Sharp County, AR (2027)
Rating Category Number of Plans Percent of Plans
5 Stars No 5-star plans available. 0%
4 Stars (includes 5 Stars) 4 31%
3 Stars 8 62%
Below 3 Stars 1 8%
Not Rated 3 19%
Average Rating 3.65

* Star ratings are based on CMS quality measures and reflect plan performance for the 2027 rating period.

Medicare Advantage plans listed on this page are available to eligible beneficiaries residing in Sharp County, Arkansas, including communities such as Ash Flat, Cave City, Cherokee Village, Evening Shade, Hardy, 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, "Explore your Medicare coverage options" — 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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