2026 Medicare Advantage Plans in Nicollet County, MN
Last update: . Enrollment data updated: May 2, 2026
In Nicollet County, MN, there are 13 Medicare Advantage plans available for 2026. Of these, 4 offer a $0 monthly premium, and about 54% are rated 4 stars or higher based on CMS quality ratings.
Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans (SNPs) are not included in the figures shown above. View Special Needs Plans in Nicollet County, MN. Or explore all Medicare Options available in Nicollet County, MN.
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 12
- Average Monthly Premium $68.25/mo
- Total PPO Enrollment 2,635
- $0 Premium PPO Plans 4
- Average MOOP $5,929
- Top PPO by Enrollment Medica Advantage Solution H8889-008 (PPO) — 734 enrollees
- PPO Plans Without Drug Coverage 4
| Health Plan Name | CMS Rating* | Premium Per Mo | MOOP | PDP Ded. | CMS 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 | $94 | $6,350 | $615 | H3219-014-0 | |
| Allina Health Aetna Medicare Signature | $12 | $6,750 | $615 | H3219-012-0 | |
| Humana USAA Honor Giveback | $0 | $4,700 | N/A | H5216-278-1 | |
| HumanaChoice H5216-092 | $47 | $9,250 | $615 | H5216-092-0 | |
| 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 total number of PPO plans offered in Nicollet?
There are 12 PPO plans in 2026, covering 2,635 beneficiaries.
How much do PPO plans cost in Nicollet?
The average PPO premium in Nicollet is $68.25 per month, with 4 plans offering $0 premiums.
What is the most popular PPO plan in Nicollet?
Medica Advantage Solution H8889-008 (PPO) is the top PPO in Nicollet, with 734 enrollees.
What is the number of PPO plans without Part D coverage in Nicollet?
There are 4 PPO plans in Nicollet without prescription drug coverage.
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
- $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
| Health Plan Name | CMS Rating* | Premium Per Mo | MOOP | PDP Ded. | CMS Plan ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Humana Gold Choice H8145-006 | $37 | $6,800 | $615 | H8145-006-0 |
What is the typical premium for PFFS plans in Nicollet?
PFFS plans in Nicollet cost $37.00 per month on average.
Which PFFS plan has the most enrollment in Nicollet?
The most popular PFFS plan in Nicollet is Humana Gold Choice H8145-006 (PFFS), with 32 enrollees.
How many PFFS options are available without prescription drug coverage in Nicollet?
There are 0 PFFS plans in Nicollet without prescription drug coverage.
The table below shows CMS star ratings for Medicare Advantage plans in Nicollet County, MN for 2026.
| Rating Category | Number of Plans | Percent of Plans |
|---|---|---|
| 5 Stars | No 5-star plans available. | 0% |
| 4 Stars (includes 5 Stars) | 7 | 54% |
| 3 Stars | 6 | 46% |
| Below 3 Stars | 0 | 0% |
| Not Rated | 0 | 0% |
| Average Rating | 3.92 | |
* Medicare Advantage star ratings are determined by CMS each year using a standardized 5-star rating system.
- 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
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 .
- Medicare.gov, "Compare types of Medicare Advantage Plans" — 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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