2026 Medicare Advantage Plans in Lamar County, MS
Last update: . Enrollment data updated: May 2, 2026
In Lamar County, MS, there are 22 Medicare Advantage plans available for 2026. Of these, 15 offer a $0 monthly premium, and about 38% 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 Lamar County, MS. Or explore all Medicare Options available in Lamar County, MS.
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 10
- Average Monthly Premium $26.96/mo
- Total PPO Enrollment 815
- $0 Premium PPO Plans 6
- Average MOOP $5,765
- Top PPO by Enrollment HumanaChoice H5216-300 (PPO) — 221 enrollees
- PPO Plans Without Drug Coverage 3
| Health Plan Name | CMS Rating* | Premium Per Mo | MOOP | PDP Ded. | CMS Plan ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Humana USAA Honor Giveback | $0 | $4,700 | N/A | H7617-086-0 | |
| Humana Value Plus H7617-087 | $24 | $8,600 | $615 | H7617-087-0 | |
| HumanaChoice H7617-085 | $0 | $4,201 | $590 | H7617-085-0 | |
| Humana Full Access R0110-003 | $189 | $3,300 | $100 | R0110-003-0 | |
| Humana USAA Honor Giveback | $0 | $4,700 | N/A | H5216-200-0 | |
| Humana Value Plus H5216-160 | $24 | $8,600 | $615 | H5216-160-0 | |
| HumanaChoice H5216-136 | $33 | $6,500 | $590 | H5216-136-0 | |
| HumanaChoice H5216-300 | $0 | $4,201 | $590 | H5216-300-0 | |
| HumanaChoice R0110-001 | $0 | $7,350 | N/A | R0110-001-0 | |
| HealthSpring True Choice | $0 | $5,500 | $200 | H7849-135-0 |
What is the total number of PPO plans offered in Lamar?
There are 10 PPO plans in 2026, covering 815 beneficiaries.
How much do PPO plans cost in Lamar?
The average PPO premium in Lamar is $26.96 per month, with 6 plans offering $0 premiums.
What is the most popular PPO plan in Lamar?
HumanaChoice H5216-300 (PPO) is the top PPO in Lamar, with 221 enrollees.
What is the number of PPO plans without Part D coverage in Lamar?
There are 3 PPO plans in Lamar 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
- $3.20/mo
- Total HMO Enrollment
- 1,716
- $0 Premium HMO Plans
- 4
- Average MOOP
- $5,770
- Top HMO by Enrollment
- HealthSpring Preferred (HMO) — 969 enrollees
- HMO Plans Without Drug Coverage
- 1
| Health Plan Name | CMS Rating* | Premium Per Mo | MOOP | PDP Ded. | CMS Plan ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Humana Gold Plus H1036-327 | $0 | $5,700 | $615 | H1036-327-0 | |
| HealthSpring Courage | $0 | $5,900 | N/A | H4407-011-0 | |
| HealthSpring Preferred | $0 | $5,200 | $200 | H4407-030-2 | |
| HealthSpring Preferred Plus | $16 | $6,350 | $200 | H4407-027-0 | |
| Humana Gold Plus H6622-047 | $0 | $5,700 | $590 | H6622-047-0 |
What is the average monthly premium for HMO plans?
HMO plans in Lamar cost $3.20 per month on average.
Which HMO plan is most popular in Lamar?
The most popular HMO plan in Lamar is HealthSpring Preferred (HMO), with 969 enrollees.
How many HMO plans in Lamar do not include drug coverage?
There are 1 HMO plans in Lamar without prescription drug coverage.
Medicare Advantage HMO-POS Plans
HMO Point-of-Service (HMO-POS) plans combine HMO network rules with limited out-of-network access. Care outside the network typically costs more, but HMO-POS plans provide added flexibility compared with standard HMOs.
| Health Plan Name | CMS Rating* | Premium Per Mo | MOOP | PDP Ded. | CMS Plan ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC MS-0001 | $0 | $5,900 | $440 | H5253-141-0 | |
| Wellcare Assist | $16 | $6,000 | $615 | H1416-068-0 | |
| Wellcare Giveback | $0 | $7,700 | $615 | H1416-065-0 | |
| Wellcare Low Premium | $38 | $5,600 | $615 | H1416-026-0 | |
| Wellcare Patriot Giveback | $0 | $5,000 | N/A | H1416-060-0 | |
| Wellcare Simple | $0 | $5,500 | $615 | H1416-071-0 | |
| Healthy Mississippi Premier Advantage | $0 | $3,850 | $0 | H8879-001-0 |
What is the leading HMO-POS plan in Lamar?
Wellcare Giveback (HMO-POS) is the top HMO-POS in Lamar, with 71 enrollees.
What is the number of HMO-POS plans without Part D coverage in Lamar?
1 HMO-POS plans in Lamar do not include prescription drug coverage.
The table below shows CMS star ratings for Medicare Advantage plans in Lamar County, MS for 2026.
| Rating Category | Number of Plans | Percent of Plans |
|---|---|---|
| 5 Stars | No 5-star plans available. | 0% |
| 4 Stars (includes 5 Stars) | 8 | 38% |
| 3 Stars | 13 | 62% |
| Below 3 Stars | 0 | 0% |
| Not Rated | 1 | 5% |
| Average Rating | 3.64 | |
* 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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