2026 Medicare Advantage Plans in Boone County, KY
Last update: . Enrollment data updated: May 2, 2026
For 2026, Boone County, KY includes 45 Medicare Advantage plans. Enrollment across these plans totals approximately 10,005, with 31 $0 premium options and 40% rated 4 stars or higher.
This page and its statistics exclude Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans (SNPs). Special Needs Plans in Boone County, KY are summarized separately. Visit Medicare Options in Boone County, KY 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
- 28
- Average Monthly Premium
- $16.44/mo
- Total PPO Enrollment
- 2,487
- $0 Premium PPO Plans
- 19
- Average MOOP
- $7,202
- Top PPO by Enrollment
- HumanaChoice Giveback H7617-003 (PPO) — 397 enrollees
- PPO Plans Without Drug Coverage
- 8
- What is the average monthly premium for PPO plans in Boone?
- PPO plans in Boone cost $16.44 per month on average.
- Which PPO plan has the highest enrollment in Boone?
- The most popular PPO plan in Boone is HumanaChoice Giveback H7617-003 (PPO), with 397 enrollees.
- How many PPO plans in Boone do not include prescription drug coverage?
- 8 PPO plans in Boone 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Humana Community | $0 | $4,350 | $150 | H0292-001-0 | |
| Humana Gold Plus H0292-002 | $14 | $4,300 | $250 | H0292-002-0 | |
| Humana Gold Plus H0292-003 | $0 | $4,450 | $250 | H0292-003-0 | |
| Humana Gold Plus H6622-055 | $16 | $6,550 | $200 | H6622-055-0 | |
| HealthSpring Preferred | $0 | $2,875 | $200 | H0672-013-0 | |
| HealthSpring Preferred Savings | $0 | $5,825 | $0 | H0672-017-0 |
What is the total number of HMO plans offered in Boone?
There are 6 HMO plans in 2026, covering 4,425 enrollees.
How much do HMO plans cost in Boone?
The average HMO premium in Boone is $5.00 per month, with 4 plans offering $0 premiums.
What is the top HMO by enrollment in Boone?
Humana Gold Plus H0292-003 (HMO) is the top HMO in Boone, with 1,866 enrollees.
What is the number of HMO plans without Part D coverage in Boone?
0 HMO plans in Boone 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
- 10
- Average Monthly Premium
- $15.66/mo
- Total HMO-POS Enrollment
- 3,075
- $0 Premium HMO-POS Plans
- 7
- Average MOOP
- $6,070
- Top HMO-POS by Enrollment
- Anthem Medicare Advantage (HMO-POS) — 1,295 enrollees
- HMO-POS Plans Without Drug Coverage
- 0
| Plan Name | CMS Stars* | Premium/Mo | MOOP | Rx Ded. | CMS ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC OH-7 | $0 | $5,400 | $520 | H5253-125-1 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Extras from UHC OH-13 | $0 | $6,700 | $520 | H5253-134-0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC OH-0001 | $76 | $3,900 | $270 | H5253-051-0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC OH-0003 | $49 | $4,200 | $440 | H5253-109-2 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Giveback from UHC KY-4 | $0 | $6,700 | $600 | H5253-127-0 | |
| Anthem Medicare Advantage | $0 | $6,700 | $230 | H9525-013-4 | |
| Humana Gold Plus H6622-021 | $0 | $6,100 | $250 | H6622-021-1 | |
| Wellcare Assist | $32 | $5,000 | $550 | H9730-010-0 | |
| Wellcare Giveback | $0 | $9,000 | $615 | H9730-007-0 | |
| Wellcare Simple | $0 | $7,000 | $615 | H9730-009-0 |
What is the average monthly premium for HMO-POS plans?
HMO-POS plans in Boone cost $15.66 per month on average.
Which HMO-POS plan is most popular in Boone?
The most popular HMO-POS plan in Boone is Anthem Medicare Advantage (HMO-POS), with 1,295 enrollees.
How many HMO-POS plans in Boone do not include drug coverage?
There are 0 HMO-POS plans in Boone 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 $0.00/mo
- Total PFFS Enrollment 18
- $0 Premium PFFS Plans 1
- Average MOOP $7,100
- Top PFFS by Enrollment Humana Gold Choice H8145-052 (PFFS) — 18 enrollees
- PFFS Plans Without Drug Coverage 0
| Plan Name | CMS Stars* | Premium/Mo | MOOP | Rx Ded. | CMS ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Humana Gold Choice H8145-052 | $0 | $7,100 | $615 | H8145-052-0 |
What is the top PFFS plan in Boone?
Humana Gold Choice H8145-052 (PFFS) is the top PFFS in Boone, with 18 enrollees.
What is the number of PFFS plans without Part D coverage in Boone?
0 PFFS plans in Boone do not include prescription drug coverage.
CMS quality ratings for Medicare Advantage plans in Boone County, KY (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) | 17 | 40% |
| 3 Stars | 26 | 60% |
| Below 3 Stars | 0 | 0% |
| Not Rated | 2 | 4% |
| Average Rating | 3.72 | |
* 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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