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2026 Medicare Advantage Plans in Lincoln County, NE

Last update: May 1, 2026. Enrollment data updated: May 2, 2026

In Lincoln County, NE, there are 4 Medicare Advantage plans available for 2026. Of these, 2 offer a $0 monthly premium, and about 0% 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 Lincoln County, NE. Or explore all Medicare Options available in Lincoln County, NE.

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At a Glance

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

Average Monthly Premium
$30.25/mo
Plans with $0 Premium
2
Average MOOP Limit
$3,850 ($9,250 max. in 2026)
Star Ratings (Plan Mix)
4+ Stars: 0% · 3 Stars: 100% · Below 3: 0%
Average Part D Deductible
$400.00
Total MA/MAPD Enrollment
259
Plans with the Highest Enrollment
(as of May 2, 2026)
1. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska MA Connect (PPO) — 122 enrollees
2. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska MA Access (PPO) — 92 enrollees
3. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska MA Core (HMO) — 34 enrollees

Medicare Advantage PPO Plans

Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plans allow members to use both in-network and out-of-network providers. Out-of-network care typically costs more, but PPOs offer greater flexibility in how care is accessed.

Total PPO Plans
3
Average Monthly Premium
$40.33/mo
Total PPO Enrollment
225
$0 Premium PPO Plans
1
Average MOOP
$3,767
Top PPO by Enrollment
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska MA Connect (PPO) — 122 enrollees
PPO Plans Without Drug Coverage
0

PPO Medicare Advantage plan comparison – Lincoln County, Nebraska, 2026
Health Plan Name CMS Rating* Premium Per Mo MOOP PDP Ded. CMS Plan ID
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska MA Access
☆☆☆☆☆
$30 $3,900 $400 H8181-001-0
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska MA Connect
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $4,900 $400 H8181-002-0
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska MA Secure
☆☆☆☆☆
$91 $2,500 $400 H8181-003-0
What is the total number of PPO plans offered in Lincoln?

Lincoln County has 3 PPO plans for 2026, with 225 enrolled.

How much do PPO plans cost in Lincoln?

The typical PPO premium in Lincoln is $40.33, and 1 plans have no monthly premium.

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
1
Average Monthly Premium
$0.00/mo
Total HMO Enrollment
34
$0 Premium HMO Plans
1
Average MOOP
$4,100
Top HMO by Enrollment
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska MA Core (HMO) — 34 enrollees
HMO Plans Without Drug Coverage
0

HMO Medicare Advantage plan comparison – Lincoln County, Nebraska, 2026
Health Plan Name CMS Rating* Premium Per Mo MOOP PDP Ded. CMS Plan ID
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska MA Core
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $4,100 $400 H3170-003-2
What is the average monthly premium for HMO plans?
HMO plans in Lincoln cost $0.00 per month on average.
Which HMO plan is most popular in Lincoln?
The most popular HMO plan in Lincoln is Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska MA Core (HMO), with 34 enrollees.
How many HMO plans in Lincoln do not include drug coverage?
There are 0 HMO plans in Lincoln without prescription drug coverage.

The table below shows CMS star ratings for Medicare Advantage plans in Lincoln County, NE for 2026.

CMS Star Ratings for Medicare Advantage Plans in Lincoln County, NE (2026)
Rating Category Number of Plans Percent of Plans
5 Stars No 5-star plans available. 0%
4 Stars (includes 5 Stars) 0 0%
3 Stars 3 100%
Below 3 Stars 0 0%
Not Rated 1 25%
Average Rating 3

* 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

This page presents county-level Medicare Advantage (MA/MAPD) data, including plan counts, enrollment totals, averages, and percentage distributions, derived from CMS datasets using a standardized aggregation approach.

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
  • AARP.org, "The Big Choice: Original Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage" — Last accessed 25 May, 2025

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