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  4. Tensas Parish

2027 Medicare Advantage Plans in Tensas Parish, LA

Last update: October 5, 2026.

For 2027, Tensas Parish, LA includes 21 Medicare Advantage plans. Enrollment across these plans totals approximately 165, with 14 $0 premium options and 61% rated 4 stars or higher.

  • 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: $34.76/mo
  • $0 Premium Plans: 14
  • Average MOOP: $5,852 ($9,250 max. in 2027)
  • Star Ratings (Plan Mix): 4+ Stars: 61% · 3 Stars: 39% · Below 3: 0%
  • Average Part D Deductible: $594.12
  • Total MA/MAPD Enrollment: 165
  • Plans with the Highest Enrollment
    (as of October 5, 2026)
    1. Humana Gold Plus H1951-049 (HMO) — 87 enrollees
    2. Blue adVantage Classic (HMO-POS) — 49 enrollees
    3. Blue adVantage Reliance (HMO-POS) — 18 enrollees

This page and its statistics exclude Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans (SNPs). Special Needs Plans in Tensas Parish, LA are summarized separately. Visit Medicare Options in Tensas Parish, LA to see more options. For a broader perspective, explore Louisiana Medicare Advantage plans, including statewide premiums, out-of-pocket costs, CMS ratings, and enrollment comparisons.

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
14
Average Monthly Premium
$33.93/mo
Total PPO Enrollment
11
$0 Premium PPO Plans
9
Average MOOP
$6,372
Top PPO by Enrollment
Blue adVantage Thrive (PPO) — 11 enrollees
PPO Plans Without Drug Coverage
2

2027 PPO Medicare Advantage plans in Tensas Parish, Louisiana (comparison chart)
Plan Name CMS Stars* Premium/Mo MOOP Rx Ded. CMS ID
Blue adVantage Liberty
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $7,151 $700 H1248-007-0
Blue adVantage Premier
☆☆☆☆☆
$175 $4,000 $450 H1248-004-0
Blue adVantage Thrive
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $4,900 $700 H1248-014-0
Humana Value Plus H7617-081
☆☆☆☆☆
$17 $6,850 $700 H7617-081-0
HumanaChoice H7617-080
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $6,900 $700 H7617-080-0
Humana USAA Honor Giveback
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $4,900 N/A H5216-201-0
Humana Value Plus H5216-161
☆☆☆☆☆
$17 $6,850 $700 H5216-161-0
HumanaChoice H5216-064
☆☆☆☆☆
$54 $6,700 $400 H5216-064-0
HumanaChoice H5216-326
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $6,900 $700 H5216-326-0
Humana Full Access
☆☆☆☆☆
$212 $3,800 $200 R0110-003-0
HumanaChoice R0110-001
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $9,000 N/A R0110-001-0
DEVOTED CHOICE 016 LA
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $6,050 $650 H7766-016-0
DEVOTED CHOICE GIVEBACK 017 LA
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $8,150 $650 H7766-017-0
DEVOTED CHOICE GIVEBACK EXTRAS 029 LA
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $7,050 $700 H7766-029-0
What is the average monthly premium for PPO plans in Tensas?
PPO plans in Tensas cost $33.93 per month on average.
Which PPO plan has the highest enrollment in Tensas?
The most popular PPO plan in Tensas is Blue adVantage Thrive (PPO), with 11 enrollees.
How many PPO plans in Tensas do not include prescription drug coverage?
2 PPO plans in Tensas 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.

Total HMO Plans
2
Average Monthly Premium
$0.00/mo
Total HMO Enrollment
87
$0 Premium HMO Plans
2
Average MOOP
$4,700
Top HMO by Enrollment
Humana Gold Plus H1951-049 (HMO) — 87 enrollees
HMO Plans Without Drug Coverage
1

2027 HMO Medicare Advantage plans in Tensas Parish, Louisiana (comparison chart)
Plan Name CMS Stars* Premium/Mo MOOP Rx Ded. CMS ID
Humana Gold Plus H1951-049
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $4,500 $300 H1951-049-3
Humana USAA Honor Giveback
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $4,900 N/A H1951-060-0
What is the total number of HMO plans offered in Tensas?

There are 2 HMO plans in 2027, covering 87 enrollees.

How much do HMO plans cost in Tensas?

The average HMO premium in Tensas is $0.00 per month, with 2 plans offering $0 premiums.

What is the top HMO by enrollment in Tensas?

Humana Gold Plus H1951-049 (HMO) is the top HMO in Tensas, with 87 enrollees.

What is the number of HMO plans without Part D coverage in Tensas?

1 HMO plans in Tensas 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
5
Average Monthly Premium
$51.00/mo
Total HMO-POS Enrollment
67
$0 Premium HMO-POS Plans
3
Average MOOP
$4,860
Top HMO-POS by Enrollment
Blue adVantage Classic (HMO-POS) — 49 enrollees
HMO-POS Plans Without Drug Coverage
1

2027 HMO-POS Medicare Advantage plans in Tensas Parish, Louisiana (comparison chart)
Plan Name CMS Stars* Premium/Mo MOOP Rx Ded. CMS ID
Blue adVantage Classic
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $4,500 $700 H6453-013-1
Blue adVantage Giveback
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $5,500 $700 H6453-021-0
Blue adVantage Platinum
☆☆☆☆☆
$238 $3,500 $450 H6453-018-1
Blue adVantage Reliance
☆☆☆☆☆
$17 $4,100 $700 H6453-017-1
Peoples Health Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx LA
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $6,700 N/A H1961-026-0

What is the average monthly premium for HMO-POS plans?

HMO-POS plans in Tensas cost $51.00 per month on average.

Which HMO-POS plan is most popular in Tensas?

The most popular HMO-POS plan in Tensas is Blue adVantage Classic (HMO-POS), with 49 enrollees.

How many HMO-POS plans in Tensas do not include drug coverage?

There are 1 HMO-POS plans in Tensas without prescription drug coverage.

CMS quality ratings for Medicare Advantage plans in Tensas Parish, LA (2027) are summarized below.

Medicare Advantage Plan Ratings in Tensas Parish, LA (2027)
Rating Category Number of Plans Percent of Plans
5 Stars No 5-star plans available. 0%
4 Stars (includes 5 Stars) 11 61%
3 Stars 7 39%
Below 3 Stars 0 0%
Not Rated 3 14%
Average Rating 4

* 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 Tensas County, Louisiana, including communities such as Newellton, Saint Joseph, 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: 2026-09

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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Page content independently curated and maintained by David W. Bynon, Editorial Steward, using a standardized, data-driven methodology for accurate, non-commercial Medicare plan interpretation and resolution.

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