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  4. Adams County

2026 Medicare Advantage Plans in Adams County, IA

Last update: May 2, 2026. Enrollment data updated: May 2, 2026

For 2026, Adams County, IA includes 21 Medicare Advantage plans. Enrollment across these plans totals approximately 68, with 16 $0 premium options and 55% rated 4 stars or higher.

This page and its statistics exclude Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans (SNPs). Special Needs Plans in Adams County, IA are summarized separately. Visit Medicare Options in Adams County, IA to see more options.

  • 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: $9.32/mo
  • $0 Premium Plans: 16
  • Average MOOP: $5,348 ($9,250 max. in 2026)
  • Star Ratings (Plan Mix): 4+ Stars: 55% · 3 Stars: 45% · Below 3: 0%
  • Average Part D Deductible: $483.24
  • Total MA/MAPD Enrollment: 68
  • Plans with the Highest Enrollment
    (as of May 2, 2026)
    1. Wellcare Simple (HMO-POS) — 29 enrollees
    2. Aetna Medicare Signature (HMO-POS) — 15 enrollees
    3. Aetna Medicare Signature (PPO) — 13 enrollees

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
$10.56/mo
Total PPO Enrollment
24
$0 Premium PPO Plans
7
Average MOOP
$5,483
Top PPO by Enrollment
Aetna Medicare Signature (PPO) — 13 enrollees
PPO Plans Without Drug Coverage
2

2026 PPO Medicare Advantage plans in Adams County, Iowa (comparison chart)
Plan Name CMS Stars* Premium/Mo MOOP Rx Ded. CMS ID
MercyOne Health Plan Choice
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $4,400 $200 H1846-007-0
Aetna Medicare Elite
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $5,500 $615 H1608-037-0
Aetna Medicare Enhanced Extra
☆☆☆☆☆
$57 $4,500 $615 H1608-117-0
Aetna Medicare Signature
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $5,000 $615 H1608-001-0
Blue Medicare Advantage Valor PPO
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $6,750 N/A H5900-006-0
Humana Full Access H5216-411
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $4,250 $400 H5216-411-0
Humana USAA Honor Giveback
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $4,700 N/A H5216-278-1
HumanaChoice Giveback H5216-340
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $5,000 $600 H5216-340-0
HumanaChoice H5216-014
☆☆☆☆☆
$38 $9,250 $615 H5216-014-0
What is the average monthly premium for PPO plans in Adams?
PPO plans in Adams cost $10.56 per month on average.
Which PPO plan has the highest enrollment in Adams?
The most popular PPO plan in Adams is Aetna Medicare Signature (PPO), with 13 enrollees.
How many PPO plans in Adams do not include prescription drug coverage?
2 PPO plans in Adams 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
6
Average Monthly Premium
$3.80/mo
Total HMO Enrollment
0
$0 Premium HMO Plans
5
Average MOOP
$5,300
Top HMO by Enrollment
— 0 enrollees
HMO Plans Without Drug Coverage
1

2026 HMO Medicare Advantage plans in Adams County, Iowa (comparison chart)
Plan Name CMS Stars* Premium/Mo MOOP Rx Ded. CMS ID
DEVOTED CORE 034 IA
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $3,900 $375 H7993-034-0
DEVOTED GIVEBACK 035 IA
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $7,000 $605 H7993-035-0
MercyOne Health Plan Cash Back
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $6,900 $250 H3668-031-0
MercyOne Health Plan Glory No RX
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $5,900 N/A H3668-029-0
MercyOne Health Plan No Premium
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $4,200 $150 H3668-025-0
MercyOne Health Plan Plus
☆☆☆☆☆
$23 $3,900 $100 H3668-026-0
What is the total number of HMO plans offered in Adams?

There are 6 HMO plans in 2026, covering 0 enrollees.

How much do HMO plans cost in Adams?

The average HMO premium in Adams is $3.80 per month, with 5 plans offering $0 premiums.

What is the top HMO by enrollment in Adams?

is the top HMO in Adams, with 0 enrollees.

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

1 HMO plans in Adams 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
5
Average Monthly Premium
$8.20/mo
Total HMO-POS Enrollment
44
$0 Premium HMO-POS Plans
4
Average MOOP
$4,870
Top HMO-POS by Enrollment
Wellcare Simple (HMO-POS) — 29 enrollees
HMO-POS Plans Without Drug Coverage
1

2026 HMO-POS Medicare Advantage plans in Adams County, Iowa (comparison chart)
Plan Name CMS Stars* Premium/Mo MOOP Rx Ded. CMS ID
Aetna Medicare Eagle
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $6,750 N/A H1609-058-0
Aetna Medicare Signature
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $4,300 $615 H1609-001-0
Aetna Medicare Signature Extra
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $5,000 $615 H1609-069-0
Aetna Medicare Value Care
☆☆☆☆☆
$41 $3,900 $615 H1609-068-0
Wellcare Simple
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $4,400 $615 H1862-005-0

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

HMO-POS plans in Adams cost $8.20 per month on average.

Which HMO-POS plan is most popular in Adams?

The most popular HMO-POS plan in Adams is Wellcare Simple (HMO-POS), with 29 enrollees.

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

There are 1 HMO-POS plans in Adams 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 1
  • Average Monthly Premium $37.00/mo
  • Total PFFS Enrollment 0
  • $0 Premium PFFS Plans 0
  • Average MOOP $6,800
  • Top PFFS by Enrollment — 0 enrollees
  • PFFS Plans Without Drug Coverage 0

2026 PFFS Medicare Advantage plans in Adams County, Iowa (comparison chart)
Plan Name CMS Stars* Premium/Mo MOOP Rx Ded. CMS ID
Humana Gold Choice H8145-006
☆☆☆☆☆
$37 $6,800 $615 H8145-006-0
What is the top PFFS plan in Adams?

is the top PFFS in Adams, with 0 enrollees.

What is the number of PFFS plans without Part D coverage in Adams?

0 PFFS plans in Adams do not include prescription drug coverage.

CMS quality ratings for Medicare Advantage plans in Adams County, IA (2026) are summarized below.

Medicare Advantage Plan Ratings in Adams County, IA (2026)
Rating Category Number of Plans Percent of Plans
5 Stars 2 10%
4 Stars (includes 5 Stars) 11 55%
3 Stars 9 45%
Below 3 Stars 0 0%
Not Rated 1 5%
Average Rating 4.08

* 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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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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