2026 Medicare Advantage Plans in Clarke County, IA
Last update: . Enrollment data updated: May 2, 2026
For 2026, Clarke County, IA includes 18 Medicare Advantage plans. Enrollment across these plans totals approximately 654, with 14 $0 premium options and 50% rated 4 stars or higher.
This page and its statistics exclude Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans (SNPs). Special Needs Plans in Clarke County, IA are summarized separately. Visit Medicare Options in Clarke County, IA to see more options.
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
- 10
- Average Monthly Premium
- $9.50/mo
- Total PPO Enrollment
- 535
- $0 Premium PPO Plans
- 8
- Average MOOP
- $5,350
- Top PPO by Enrollment
- Blue Medicare Advantage PPO (PPO) — 430 enrollees
- PPO Plans Without Drug Coverage
- 2
| 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 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 average monthly premium for PPO plans in Clarke?
- PPO plans in Clarke cost $9.50 per month on average.
- Which PPO plan has the highest enrollment in Clarke?
- The most popular PPO plan in Clarke is Blue Medicare Advantage PPO (PPO), with 430 enrollees.
- How many PPO plans in Clarke do not include prescription drug coverage?
- 2 PPO plans in Clarke 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.
| Plan Name | CMS Stars* | Premium/Mo | MOOP | Rx Ded. | CMS ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 Clarke?
There are 4 HMO plans in 2026, covering 0 enrollees.
How much do HMO plans cost in Clarke?
The average HMO premium in Clarke is $5.70 per month, with 3 plans offering $0 premiums.
What is the top HMO by enrollment in Clarke?
is the top HMO in Clarke, with 0 enrollees.
What is the number of HMO plans without Part D coverage in Clarke?
1 HMO plans in Clarke 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
- 4
- Average Monthly Premium
- $10.25/mo
- Total HMO-POS Enrollment
- 119
- $0 Premium HMO-POS Plans
- 3
- Average MOOP
- $4,988
- Top HMO-POS by Enrollment
- Aetna Medicare Signature (HMO-POS) — 82 enrollees
- HMO-POS Plans Without Drug Coverage
- 1
| 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 |
What is the average monthly premium for HMO-POS plans?
HMO-POS plans in Clarke cost $10.25 per month on average.
Which HMO-POS plan is most popular in Clarke?
The most popular HMO-POS plan in Clarke is Aetna Medicare Signature (HMO-POS), with 82 enrollees.
How many HMO-POS plans in Clarke do not include drug coverage?
There are 1 HMO-POS plans in Clarke without prescription drug coverage.
CMS quality ratings for Medicare Advantage plans in Clarke County, IA (2026) are summarized below.
| Rating Category | Number of Plans | Percent of Plans |
|---|---|---|
| 5 Stars | No 5-star plans available. | 0% |
| 4 Stars (includes 5 Stars) | 9 | 50% |
| 3 Stars | 9 | 50% |
| Below 3 Stars | 0 | 0% |
| Not Rated | 0 | 0% |
| Average Rating | 3.97 | |
* 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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