- Entity
- county:kansas-elk-20049
- Digest
- 2027-county-ma-aggregate
- Population Scope
- Standard Medicare Advantage plans only; Special Needs Plans (SNPs) excluded
- Source URL
- https://www.medicareplans.com/medicare-advantage/kansas/elk/
- Glossary Scope
- cms_landscape
- Fragment Scope
- semantic-digest
- Method
- https://webmem.com/protocol/serialization/html/
- fragment-county-plan-index
- Total Standard Medicare Advantage Plans
- 15
- PPO Plans
- 7
- HMO Plans
- 1
- HMO-POS Plans
- 6
- PFFS Plans
- 1
- Average Monthly Premium
- 3.67
- Average MOOP
- 6150
- Average Part D Deductible
- 634.18
- $0 Premium Plans
- 14
- Plans Without Part D Coverage
- 4
- Average CMS Star Rating
- 3.63
- $0 Premium Plan Share
- 93.33
- 5-Star Plan Share
- 0
- 4+ Star Plan Share
- 42
- 3-Star Plan Share
- 50
- Below 3-Star Plan Share
- 8
- Not-Rated Plan Share
- 20
- PPO Average Monthly Premium
- 0
- PPO Average MOOP
- 6214.29
- PPO Enrollment
- 36
- PPO $0 Premium Plans
- 7
- PPO Plans Without Part D Coverage
- 1
- HMO Average Monthly Premium
- 0
- HMO Average MOOP
- 4900
- HMO Enrollment
- 0
- HMO $0 Premium Plans
- 1
- HMO Plans Without Part D Coverage
- 0
- HMO-POS Average Monthly Premium
- 9.17
- HMO-POS Average MOOP
- 5666.67
- HMO-POS Enrollment
- 51
- HMO-POS $0 Premium Plans
- 5
- HMO-POS Plans Without Part D Coverage
- 2
- PFFS Average Monthly Premium
- 0
- PFFS Average MOOP
- 9850
- PFFS Enrollment
- 0
- PFFS $0 Premium Plans
- 1
- PFFS Plans Without Part D Coverage
- 1
- Entity
- county:kansas-elk-20049
- Digest
- 2027-county-ma-aggregate
- Population Scope
- Standard Medicare Advantage plans only; Special Needs Plans (SNPs) excluded
- Source URL
- https://www.medicareplans.com/medicare-advantage/kansas/elk/
- Glossary Scope
- cms_landscape
- Fragment Scope
- semantic-digest
- Method
- https://webmem.com/protocol/serialization/html/
- fragment-kansas-elk-20049-landscape-stats
- Plans Indexed
- 15
- Standard Medicare Advantage Plans
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AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC KS-0003
H8768-024-0 -
AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx KS-MA01
H8768-025-0 -
Aetna Medicare Signature Classic Extra
H1608-017-0 -
Aetna Medicare Signature Extra
H5521-743-0 -
Humana Gold Choice H8145-126
H8145-126-0 -
AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC KS-0001
H2802-034-0 -
AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC KS-0002
H2802-035-0 -
AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx KS-MA2
H2802-077-0 -
Aetna Medicare Eagle
H2663-025-0 -
Aetna Medicare Signature
H2663-028-0 -
Aetna Medicare Value Plus
H2663-052-0 -
Wellcare Simple
H6550-003-0 -
DEVOTED CHOICE 005 KS
H4348-005-0 -
DEVOTED CHOICE GIVEBACK 006 KS
H4348-006-0 -
DEVOTED CHOICE GIVEBACK EXTRAS 022 KS
H4348-022-0
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AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC KS-0003
- Total Standard Medicare Advantage Enrollment
- 87
2027 Medicare Advantage Plans in Elk County, KS
Last update: .
For 2027, Elk County, KS includes 15 Medicare Advantage plans. Enrollment across these plans totals approximately 87, with 14 $0 premium options and 42% rated 4 stars or higher.
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
- 7
- Average Monthly Premium
- $0.00/mo
- Total PPO Enrollment
- 36
- $0 Premium PPO Plans
- 7
- Average MOOP
- $6,214
- Top PPO by Enrollment
- AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC KS-0003 (PPO) — 25 enrollees
- PPO Plans Without Drug Coverage
- 1
| PPO Plan Name | Rating* | Premium | MOOP | Rx Ded. | Plan-ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC KS-0003 | $0 | $7,150 | $685 | H8768-024-0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx KS-MA01 | $0 | $7,150 | N/A | H8768-025-0 | |
| Aetna Medicare Signature Classic Extra | $0 | $4,200 | $700 | H1608-017-0 | |
| Aetna Medicare Signature Extra | $0 | $4,200 | $700 | H5521-743-0 | |
| DEVOTED CHOICE 005 KS | $0 | $3,950 | $650 | H4348-005-0 | |
| DEVOTED CHOICE GIVEBACK 006 KS | $0 | $9,850 | $461 | H4348-006-0 | |
| DEVOTED CHOICE GIVEBACK EXTRAS 022 KS | $0 | $7,000 | $700 | H4348-022-0 |
What is the average monthly premium for PPO plans in Elk?
PPO plans in Elk cost $0.00 per month on average.
Which PPO plan has the highest enrollment in Elk?
The most popular PPO plan in Elk is AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC KS-0003 (PPO), with 25 enrollees.
How many PPO plans in Elk do not include prescription drug coverage?
1 PPO plans in Elk 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 0
- $0 Premium HMO Plans 1
- Average MOOP $4,900
- Top HMO by Enrollment — 0 enrollees
- HMO Plans Without Drug Coverage 0
| Plan Name | Rating* | Premium | MOOP | Rx Ded. | Plan-ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aetna Medicare Value Plus | $0 | $4,900 | $400 | H2663-052-0 |
What is the top HMO by enrollment in Elk?
is the top HMO in Elk, with 0 enrollees.
What is the number of HMO plans without Part D coverage in Elk?
0 HMO plans in Elk 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
- 6
- Average Monthly Premium
- $9.17/mo
- Total HMO-POS Enrollment
- 51
- $0 Premium HMO-POS Plans
- 5
- Average MOOP
- $5,667
- Top HMO-POS by Enrollment
- AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC KS-0001 (HMO-POS) — 27 enrollees
- HMO-POS Plans Without Drug Coverage
- 2
| Plan Name | Rating* | Premium | MOOP | Rx Ded. | Plan-ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC KS-0001 | $0 | $5,900 | $685 | H2802-034-0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC KS-0002 | $55 | $4,450 | $595 | H2802-035-0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx KS-MA2 | $0 | $7,150 | N/A | H2802-077-0 | |
| Aetna Medicare Eagle | $0 | $5,500 | N/A | H2663-025-0 | |
| Aetna Medicare Signature | $0 | $3,900 | $700 | H2663-028-0 | |
| Wellcare Simple | $0 | $7,100 | $700 | H6550-003-0 |
What is the typical premium for HMO-POS plans in Elk?
HMO-POS plans in Elk cost $9.17 per month on average.
Which HMO-POS plan has the most members in Elk?
The most popular HMO-POS plan in Elk is AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC KS-0001 (HMO-POS), with 27 enrollees.
How many HMO-POS options are offered without prescription drug coverage in Elk?
There are 2 HMO-POS plans in Elk without prescription drug coverage.
Medicare Advantage PFFS Plans
PFFS, or Private Fee-for-Service plans, allow access to any Medicare-approved doctor or hospital that accepts the plan’s terms. They provide wide flexibility in choosing providers, but it’s essential to verify that your preferred healthcare professionals agree to the plan’s payment rules before scheduling care.
| Plan Name | Rating* | Premium | MOOP | Rx Ded. | Plan-ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Humana Gold Choice H8145-126 | $0 | $9,850 | N/A | H8145-126-0 |
What is the total number of PFFS plans in Elk?
In 2027, Elk has 1 PFFS plans with 0 enrollees.
How much do PFFS plans cost in Elk?
The typical PFFS premium in Elk is $0.00, and 1 plans have no monthly premium.
CMS quality ratings for Medicare Advantage plans in Elk County, KS (2027) are summarized below.
| Rating Category | Number of Plans | Percent of Plans |
|---|---|---|
| 5 Stars | No 5-star plans available. | 0% |
| 4 Stars (includes 5 Stars) | 5 | 42% |
| 3 Stars | 6 | 50% |
| Below 3 Stars | 1 | 8% |
| Not Rated | 3 | 20% |
| Average Rating | 3.63 | |
* CMS assigns Medicare Advantage star ratings annually based on plan quality and performance measures.
Medicare Advantage plans listed on this page are available to eligible beneficiaries residing in Elk County, Kansas, including communities such as , 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: 2026-10
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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