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  3. Kansas
  4. Chautauqua County

2026 Medicare Advantage Plans in Chautauqua County, KS

Last update: September 2, 2026.

For 2026, Chautauqua County, KS includes 17 Medicare Advantage plans. Enrollment across these plans totals approximately 73, with 14 $0 premium options and 41% rated 4 stars or higher.

Totals on this page exclude Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans (SNPs). SNP plans for Chautauqua County, KS are provided separately. Or you can discover all Medicare Options in Chautauqua County, KS.

  • 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: $7.54/mo
  • $0 Premium Plans: 14
  • Average MOOP: $4,953 ($9,250 max. in 2026)
  • Star Ratings (Plan Mix): 4+ Stars: 41% · 3 Stars: 47% · Below 3: 12%
  • Average Part D Deductible: $524.17
  • Total MA/MAPD Enrollment: 73
  • Plans with the Highest Enrollment
    (as of September 8, 2026)
    1. AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC KC-4 (PPO) — 23 enrollees
    2. Aetna Medicare Signature Extra (PPO) — 17 enrollees
    3. Blue Medicare Advantage Choice (PPO) — 17 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
$3.89/mo
Total PPO Enrollment
57
$0 Premium PPO Plans
8
Average MOOP
$5,000
Top PPO by Enrollment
AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC KC-4 (PPO) — 23 enrollees
PPO Plans Without Drug Coverage
3

2026 PPO Medicare Advantage plans in Chautauqua County, Kansas (comparison chart)
PPO Plan Name Rating* Premium MOOP Rx Ded. Plan-ID
AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC KC-4
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $4,900 $600 H8768-023-0
AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx KS-MA01
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $6,700 N/A H8768-025-0
Aetna Medicare Signature
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $5,200 $615 H1608-070-0
Aetna Medicare Signature Extra
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $4,200 $615 H1608-017-0
Blue Medicare Advantage Choice
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $3,700 $300 H7063-012-0
Blue Medicare Advantage Comprehensive
☆☆☆☆☆
$35 $5,000 $300 H7063-007-0
Blue Medicare Advantage Freedom
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $5,400 N/A H7063-013-0
Wellcare Patriot Giveback Open
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $5,400 N/A H9387-002-0
Wellcare Simple Open
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $4,500 $615 H9387-001-0

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

PPO plans in Chautauqua cost $3.89 per month on average.

Which PPO plan do most beneficiaries choose in Chautauqua?

The most popular PPO plan in Chautauqua is AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC KC-4 (PPO), with 23 enrollees.

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

3 PPO plans in Chautauqua 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 $44.10/mo
  • Total HMO Enrollment 0
  • $0 Premium HMO Plans 0
  • Average MOOP $4,500
  • Top HMO by Enrollment — 0 enrollees
  • HMO Plans Without Drug Coverage 0

2026 HMO Medicare Advantage plans in Chautauqua County, Kansas (comparison chart)
Plan Name Rating* Premium MOOP Rx Ded. Plan-ID
Aetna Medicare Value Plus
☆☆☆☆☆
$44 $4,500 $615 H2663-053-0
What is the total number of HMO plans offered in Chautauqua?

In 2026, Chautauqua County has 1 HMO plans with 0 enrollees.

How much do HMO plans cost in Chautauqua?

The typical HMO premium in Chautauqua is $44.10, and 0 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
7
Average Monthly Premium
$7.00/mo
Total HMO-POS Enrollment
16
$0 Premium HMO-POS Plans
6
Average MOOP
$4,957
Top HMO-POS by Enrollment
Aetna Medicare Signature (HMO-POS) — 16 enrollees
HMO-POS Plans Without Drug Coverage
2

2026 HMO-POS Medicare Advantage plans in Chautauqua County, Kansas (comparison chart)
Plan Name Rating* Premium MOOP Rx Ded. Plan-ID
AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC KC-6
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $3,900 $440 H2802-076-0
AARP Medicare Advantage Extras from UHC KC-2
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $5,900 $520 H2802-032-0
AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC KC-0003
☆☆☆☆☆
$49 $3,800 $440 H2802-033-0
AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx KS-MA2
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $6,700 N/A H2802-077-0
Aetna Medicare Eagle
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $5,500 N/A H2663-025-0
Aetna Medicare Signature
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $3,900 $615 H2663-028-0
Wellcare Simple
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $5,000 $615 H6550-003-0
What is the average monthly premium for HMO-POS plans?
HMO-POS plans in Chautauqua cost $7.00 per month on average.
Which HMO-POS plan is most popular in Chautauqua?
The most popular HMO-POS plan in Chautauqua is Aetna Medicare Signature (HMO-POS), with 16 enrollees.
How many HMO-POS plans in Chautauqua do not include drug coverage?
There are 2 HMO-POS plans in Chautauqua without prescription drug coverage.

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

Quality Ratings for Medicare Advantage Plans in Chautauqua County, KS (2026)
Rating Category Number of Plans Percent of Plans
5 Stars No 5-star plans available. 0%
4 Stars (includes 5 Stars) 7 41%
3 Stars 8 47%
Below 3 Stars 2 12%
Not Rated 0 0%
Average Rating 3.56

* Star ratings are based on CMS quality measures and reflect plan performance for the 2026 rating period.

  • CMS.gov, Medicare Advantage & Special Needs Plan Landscape Source Files — Version: 202608
  • CMS.gov, Medicare Part C & D Performance Data — Version: 2026
  • CMS.gov, Medicare Advantage & Part D Contract and Enrollment Data — Version: 2026-08

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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