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  3. Maine
  4. Penobscot County

2026 Medicare Advantage Plans in Penobscot County, ME

Last update: September 3, 2026.

Penobscot County, ME has 21 Medicare Advantage plans available in 2026. These include 14 plans with no monthly premium, and roughly 30% are rated at least 4 stars based on CMS data.

Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans (SNPs) are not included in the figures shown above. View Special Needs Plans in Penobscot County, ME. Or explore all Medicare Options available in Penobscot County, ME.

  • PPO Plans
  • HMO Plans
  • HMO-POS Plans
  • PFFS Plans

At a Glance

County-level summary of Medicare Advantage plan availability and enrollment based on CMS data.

Average Monthly Premium: $15.38/mo
$0 Premium Plans: 14
Average MOOP: $7,312 ($9,250 max. in 2026)
Star Ratings (Plan Mix): 4+ Stars: 30% · 3 Stars: 70% · Below 3: 0%
Average Part D Deductible: $451.67
Total MA/MAPD Enrollment: 13,763
Plans with the Highest Enrollment
(as of September 8, 2026)
1. Martin's Point Generations Advantage Essential (HMO-POS) — 3,357 enrollees
2. AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC ME-0002 (PPO) — 2,752 enrollees
3. UHC Northern Light Health ME-0001 (HMO-POS) — 1,190 enrollees

Medicare Advantage PPO Plans

Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plans allow access to both in-network and out-of-network providers. Out-of-network care usually costs more, but PPOs offer greater flexibility in choosing doctors and hospitals.

  • Total PPO Plans 9
  • Average Monthly Premium $9.33/mo
  • Total PPO Enrollment 5,384
  • $0 Premium PPO Plans 7
  • Average MOOP $7,472
  • Top PPO by Enrollment AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC ME-0002 (PPO) — 2,752 enrollees
  • PPO Plans Without Drug Coverage 4

Comparison table of 2026 PPO Medicare Advantage Plans available in Penobscot County, Maine
Health Plan Name CMS Rating* Premium Per Mo MOOP PDP Ded. CMS Plan ID
AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC ME-0002
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $9,250 $600 H2001-083-2
AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx ME-MA01
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $5,900 N/A H2001-021-0
Humana USAA Honor Giveback
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $4,950 N/A H5216-059-0
HumanaChoice Giveback H5216-138
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $6,500 $395 H5216-138-0
HumanaChoice H5216-175
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $6,700 $500 H5216-175-0
Martin's Point Generations Advantage Select
☆☆☆☆☆
$49 $9,000 $450 H1365-005-0
Wellcare Low Premium Open
☆☆☆☆☆
$35 $8,500 $615 H2775-109-0
Wellcare Patriot Giveback Open
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $9,250 N/A H2775-116-0
Anthem I MaineHealth Advantage Veteran
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $7,200 N/A H9219-004-0
What is the most popular PPO plan in Penobscot?

AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC ME-0002 (PPO) is the top PPO in Penobscot, with 2,752 enrollees.

What is the number of PPO plans without Part D coverage in Penobscot?

There are 4 PPO plans in Penobscot without prescription drug coverage.

Medicare Advantage HMO Plans

HMO plans typically require members to use in-network providers and facilities, except in emergencies. In return, HMOs often offer lower monthly premiums and reduced cost-sharing.

Total HMO Plans
5
Average Monthly Premium
$7.80/mo
Total HMO Enrollment
1,493
$0 Premium HMO Plans
3
Average MOOP
$6,650
Top HMO by Enrollment
Martin's Point Generations Advantage Alliance (HMO) — 869 enrollees
HMO Plans Without Drug Coverage
1

Comparison table of 2026 HMO Medicare Advantage Plans available in Penobscot County, Maine
Health Plan Name CMS Rating* Premium Per Mo MOOP PDP Ded. CMS Plan ID
Martin's Point Generations Advantage Alliance
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $5,000 N/A H5591-003-0
Anthem I MaineHealth Advantage Plus
☆☆☆☆☆
$25 $6,800 $235 H9065-008-0
Humana Gold Plus Giveback H5619-066
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $8,250 $355 H5619-066-0
Humana Gold Plus H5619-001
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $6,800 $615 H5619-001-0
Humana Gold Plus H5619-137
☆☆☆☆☆
$14 $6,400 $615 H5619-137-0

What is the typical premium for HMO plans in Penobscot?

HMO plans in Penobscot cost $7.80 per month on average.

Which HMO plan do most beneficiaries choose in Penobscot?

The most popular HMO plan in Penobscot is Martin's Point Generations Advantage Alliance (HMO), with 869 enrollees.

How many HMO options are offered without prescription drug coverage in Penobscot?

There are 1 HMO plans in Penobscot without prescription drug coverage.

Medicare Advantage HMO-POS Plans

HMO Point-of-Service (HMO-POS) plans combine HMO network requirements with limited out-of-network access. Care outside the network typically costs more, but HMO-POS plans provide added flexibility compared with standard HMOs.

  • Total HMO-POS Plans 6
  • Average Monthly Premium $33.33/mo
  • Total HMO-POS Enrollment 6,860
  • $0 Premium HMO-POS Plans 3
  • Average MOOP $8,125
  • Top HMO-POS by Enrollment Martin's Point Generations Advantage Essential (HMO-POS) — 3,357 enrollees
  • HMO-POS Plans Without Drug Coverage 0

Comparison table of 2026 HMO-POS Medicare Advantage Plans available in Penobscot County, Maine
Health Plan Name CMS Rating* Premium Per Mo MOOP PDP Ded. CMS Plan ID
Martin's Point Generations Advantage Essential
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $9,000 $300 H5591-018-0
Martin's Point Generations Advantage Prime
☆☆☆☆☆
$109 $7,000 $275 H5591-017-0
UHC Northern Light Health ME-0001
☆☆☆☆☆
$36 $6,700 $440 H5253-162-2
Anthem I MaineHealth Advantage Choice
☆☆☆☆☆
$55 $7,550 $150 H9065-003-0
Wellcare Giveback
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $9,250 $615 H9364-004-0
Wellcare Simple
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $9,250 $615 H9364-001-0
What is the total number of HMO-POS plans in Penobscot?

In 2026, Penobscot has 6 HMO-POS plans with 6,860 enrollees.

How much do HMO-POS plans cost in Penobscot?

The typical HMO-POS premium in Penobscot is $33.33, and 3 plans have no monthly premium.

Medicare Advantage PFFS Plans

PFFS plans allow members to visit any Medicare-approved provider who accepts the plan’s payment terms. This offers broader choice than network-based plans, but coverage depends on provider participation, so acceptance should be confirmed in advance.

Total PFFS Plans
1
Average Monthly Premium
$0.00/mo
Total PFFS Enrollment
26
$0 Premium PFFS Plans
1
Average MOOP
$4,300
Top PFFS by Enrollment
Wellcare Advantage Simple (PFFS) — 26 enrollees
PFFS Plans Without Drug Coverage
1

Comparison table of 2026 PFFS Medicare Advantage Plans available in Penobscot County, Maine
Health Plan Name CMS Rating* Premium Per Mo MOOP PDP Ded. CMS Plan ID
Wellcare Advantage Simple
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $4,300 N/A H2816-040-0
What is the average monthly premium for PFFS plans?
PFFS plans in Penobscot cost $0.00 per month on average.
Which PFFS plan is most popular in Penobscot?
The most popular PFFS plan in Penobscot is Wellcare Advantage Simple (PFFS), with 26 enrollees.
How many PFFS plans in Penobscot do not include drug coverage?
There are 1 PFFS plans in Penobscot without prescription drug coverage.

Below is a breakdown of CMS star ratings for Medicare Advantage plans available in Penobscot County, ME for 2026.

CMS Star Ratings for Medicare Advantage Plans in Penobscot County, ME (2026)
Rating Category Number of Plans Percent of Plans
5 Stars No 5-star plans available. 0%
4 Stars (includes 5 Stars) 6 30%
3 Stars 14 70%
Below 3 Stars 0 0%
Not Rated 1 5%
Average Rating 3.58

* Medicare Advantage star ratings are determined by CMS each year using a standardized 5-star rating system.

  • 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

County-level figures shown on this page, including plan counts, enrollment totals, averages, and percentage distributions, reflect standard Medicare Advantage (MA/MAPD) plans only and are derived from CMS datasets using a standardized aggregation methodology.

Data sources and methodology documentation .

  • CMS.gov, "Medicare Advantage Plan Fact Sheet" — Last accessed 25 May, 2025
  • Medicare.gov, "Your coverage options" — Last accessed 25 May, 2025
  • Medicare.gov, "Joining a plan" — 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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