2026 Medicare Advantage Plans in Calhoun County, IA
Last update: . Enrollment data updated: June 13, 2026
In Calhoun County, IA, there are 17 Medicare Advantage plans available for 2026. Of these, 11 offer a $0 monthly premium, and about 29% 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 Calhoun County, IA. Or explore all Medicare Options available in Calhoun County, IA.
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 11
- Average Monthly Premium $12.00/mo
- Total PPO Enrollment 326
- $0 Premium PPO Plans 8
- Average MOOP $5,809
- Top PPO by Enrollment Blue Medicare Advantage PPO (PPO) — 156 enrollees
- PPO Plans Without Drug Coverage 3
| Health Plan Name | CMS Rating* | Premium Per Mo | MOOP | PDP Ded. | CMS Plan ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC IA-0003 | $37 | $5,900 | $600 | H8768-017-2 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx IA-MA01 | $0 | $8,900 | N/A | H8768-018-0 | |
| 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 PPO | $0 | $4,150 | $300 | H5900-001-0 | |
| 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 total number of PPO plans offered in Calhoun?
There are 11 PPO plans in 2026, covering 326 beneficiaries.
How much do PPO plans cost in Calhoun?
The average PPO premium in Calhoun is $12.00 per month, with 8 plans offering $0 premiums.
What is the most popular PPO plan in Calhoun?
Blue Medicare Advantage PPO (PPO) is the top PPO in Calhoun, with 156 enrollees.
What is the number of PPO plans without Part D coverage in Calhoun?
There are 3 PPO plans in Calhoun 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.
| Health Plan Name | CMS Rating* | Premium Per Mo | MOOP | PDP Ded. | CMS Plan 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 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC IA-0002 | $55 | $5,900 | $520 | H5253-108-2 |
What is the leading HMO-POS plan in Calhoun?
Aetna Medicare Signature (HMO-POS) is the top HMO-POS in Calhoun, with 143 enrollees.
What is the number of HMO-POS plans without Part D coverage in Calhoun?
1 HMO-POS plans in Calhoun 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
- $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
| Health Plan Name | CMS Rating* | Premium Per Mo | MOOP | PDP Ded. | CMS Plan ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Humana Gold Choice H8145-006 | $37 | $6,800 | $615 | H8145-006-0 |
What is the typical premium for PFFS plans in Calhoun?
PFFS plans in Calhoun cost $37.00 per month on average.
Which PFFS plan has the most enrollment in Calhoun?
The most popular PFFS plan in Calhoun is , with 0 enrollees.
How many PFFS options are available without prescription drug coverage in Calhoun?
There are 0 PFFS plans in Calhoun without prescription drug coverage.
The table below shows CMS star ratings for Medicare Advantage plans in Calhoun County, IA for 2026.
| Rating Category | Number of Plans | Percent of Plans |
|---|---|---|
| 5 Stars | No 5-star plans available. | 0% |
| 4 Stars (includes 5 Stars) | 5 | 29% |
| 3 Stars | 12 | 71% |
| Below 3 Stars | 0 | 0% |
| Not Rated | 0 | 0% |
| Average Rating | 3.76 | |
* Medicare Advantage star ratings are determined by CMS each year using a standardized 5-star rating system.
- CMS.gov, Medicare Advantage Landscape Source Files — Last accessed June 13, 2026
- CMS.gov, Medicare Part C & D Performance Data — Last accessed June 13, 2026
- CMS.gov, Medicare Advantage & Part D Contract and Enrollment Data — Last accessed June 13, 2026
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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