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  4. Blue Earth County

2026 Medicare Advantage Plans in Blue Earth County, MN

Last update: May 2, 2026. Enrollment data updated: May 2, 2026

For 2026, Blue Earth County, MN includes 17 Medicare Advantage plans. Enrollment across these plans totals approximately 4,727, with 5 $0 premium options and 53% rated 4 stars or higher.

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

  • PPO Plans
  • PFFS Plans

At a Glance

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

  • Average Monthly Premium: $68.00/mo
  • $0 Premium Plans: 5
  • Average MOOP: $5,321 ($9,250 max. in 2026)
  • Star Ratings (Plan Mix): 4+ Stars: 53% · 3 Stars: 47% · Below 3: 0%
  • Average Part D Deductible: $448.08
  • Total MA/MAPD Enrollment: 4,727
  • Plans with the Highest Enrollment
    (as of May 2, 2026)
    1. Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Choice (PPO) — 1,061 enrollees
    2. Medica Advantage Solution H8889-008 (PPO) — 962 enrollees
    3. Allina Health Aetna Medicare Signature (PPO) — 683 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
16
Average Monthly Premium
$69.94/mo
Total PPO Enrollment
4,695
$0 Premium PPO Plans
5
Average MOOP
$5,228
Top PPO by Enrollment
Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Choice (PPO) — 1,061 enrollees
PPO Plans Without Drug Coverage
4

2026 PPO Medicare Advantage plans in Blue Earth County, Minnesota (comparison chart)
PPO Plan Name Rating* Premium MOOP Rx Ded. Plan-ID
Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Choice
☆☆☆☆☆
$163 $4,900 $350 H5959-009-0
Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Complete
☆☆☆☆☆
$248 $3,500 $250 H5959-011-0
Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Core
☆☆☆☆☆
$49 $6,750 $615 H5959-012-0
Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Freedom Blue
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $5,500 N/A H5959-018-0
Allina Health Aetna Medicare Eagle
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $4,900 N/A H3219-005-0
Allina Health Aetna Medicare Enhanced
☆☆☆☆☆
$47 $4,200 $300 H3219-002-0
Allina Health Aetna Medicare Grand
☆☆☆☆☆
$87 $3,600 $300 H3219-003-0
Allina Health Aetna Medicare Grand Extra
☆☆☆☆☆
$154 $3,300 $0 H3219-004-0
Allina Health Aetna Medicare Signature
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $5,200 $500 H3219-001-0
Humana USAA Honor Giveback
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $4,700 N/A H5216-278-1
HumanaChoice H5216-063
☆☆☆☆☆
$108 $3,400 $615 H5216-063-0
HumanaChoice H5216-092
☆☆☆☆☆
$47 $9,250 $615 H5216-092-0
HumanaChoice H5216-359
☆☆☆☆☆
$10 $5,900 $615 H5216-359-0
Medica Advantage Solution H8889-004
☆☆☆☆☆
$159 $5,600 $435 H8889-004-0
Medica Advantage Solution H8889-008
☆☆☆☆☆
$47 $6,200 $615 H8889-008-0
Medica Advantage Solution H8889-009
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $6,750 N/A H8889-009-0

What is the typical premium for PPO plans available in Blue Earth?

PPO plans in Blue Earth cost $69.94 per month on average.

Which PPO plan do most beneficiaries choose in Blue Earth?

The most popular PPO plan in Blue Earth is Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Choice (PPO), with 1,061 enrollees.

How many PPO options are offered without drug coverage in Blue Earth?

4 PPO plans in Blue Earth do not include 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 $37.00/mo
  • Total PFFS Enrollment 32
  • $0 Premium PFFS Plans 0
  • Average MOOP $6,800
  • Top PFFS by Enrollment Humana Gold Choice H8145-006 (PFFS) — 32 enrollees
  • PFFS Plans Without Drug Coverage 0

2026 PFFS Medicare Advantage plans in Blue Earth County, Minnesota (comparison chart)
Plan Name Rating* Premium MOOP Rx Ded. Plan-ID
Humana Gold Choice H8145-006
☆☆☆☆☆
$37 $6,800 $615 H8145-006-0
What is the total number of PFFS plans in Blue Earth?

There are 1 PFFS plans in 2026, covering 32 enrollees.

How much do PFFS plans cost in Blue Earth?

The average PFFS premium in Blue Earth is $37.00 per month, with 0 plans offering $0 premiums.

What is the top PFFS plan in Blue Earth?

Humana Gold Choice H8145-006 (PFFS) is the top PFFS in Blue Earth, with 32 enrollees.

What is the number of PFFS plans without Part D coverage in Blue Earth?

0 PFFS plans in Blue Earth do not include prescription drug coverage.

CMS quality ratings for Medicare Advantage plans in Blue Earth County, MN (2026) are summarized below.

Quality Ratings for Medicare Advantage Plans in Blue Earth County, MN (2026)
Rating Category Number of Plans Percent of Plans
5 Stars No 5-star plans available. 0%
4 Stars (includes 5 Stars) 9 53%
3 Stars 8 47%
Below 3 Stars 0 0%
Not Rated 0 0%
Average Rating 3.88

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

  • 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, "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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