2026 Medicare Advantage Plans in Albany County, NY
Last update: . Enrollment data updated: August 15, 2026
For 2026, Albany County, NY includes 36 Medicare Advantage plans. Enrollment across these plans totals approximately 18,988, with 22 $0 premium options and 36% rated 4 stars or higher.
This page and its statistics exclude Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans (SNPs). Special Needs Plans in Albany County, NY are summarized separately. Visit Medicare Options in Albany County, NY to see more options.
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
- 12
- Average Monthly Premium
- $40.23/mo
- Total PPO Enrollment
- 3,512
- $0 Premium PPO Plans
- 6
- Average MOOP
- $8,567
- Top PPO by Enrollment
- MVP Medicare Complete Wellness with Part D (PPO) — 997 enrollees
- PPO Plans Without Drug Coverage
- 2
| Plan Name | CMS Stars* | Premium/Mo | MOOP | Rx Ded. | CMS ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aetna Medicare Eagle Giveback | $0 | $9,250 | N/A | H5521-323-0 | |
| Aetna Medicare Elite | $0 | $9,250 | $615 | H5521-119-0 | |
| Aetna Medicare Enhanced | $109 | $9,250 | $615 | H5521-669-0 | |
| Forever Blue 770 | $220 | $6,700 | $615 | H5526-018-0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC NY-0015 | $48 | $7,900 | $600 | H3418-004-0 | |
| MVP Medicare Complete Wellness with Part D | $15 | $9,250 | $615 | H9615-024-0 | |
| Humana USAA Honor Giveback | $0 | $4,950 | N/A | H5970-016-0 | |
| HumanaChoice Giveback H5970-030 | $0 | $9,250 | $615 | H5970-030-0 | |
| HumanaChoice H5970-029 | $32 | $9,250 | $615 | H5970-029-0 | |
| Wellcare Assist Open | $59 | $9,250 | $530 | H2775-113-0 | |
| Wellcare Giveback Open | $0 | $9,250 | $615 | H2775-111-0 | |
| Wellcare Simple Open | $0 | $9,250 | $615 | H2775-106-0 |
- What is the average monthly premium for PPO plans in Albany?
- PPO plans in Albany cost $40.23 per month on average.
- Which PPO plan has the highest enrollment in Albany?
- The most popular PPO plan in Albany is MVP Medicare Complete Wellness with Part D (PPO), with 997 enrollees.
- How many PPO plans in Albany do not include prescription drug coverage?
- 2 PPO plans in Albany do not include prescription drug coverage.
Medicare Advantage HMO Plans
Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) plans are built around a defined network of doctors and hospitals. Care is generally covered only within the network, except in emergencies, but this structure often results in lower premiums and out-of-pocket costs.
| Plan Name | CMS Stars* | Premium/Mo | MOOP | Rx Ded. | CMS ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CDPHP $0 Medicare Rx | $0 | $6,750 | $500 | H3388-014-0 | |
| CDPHP Choice Rx | $135 | $6,000 | $0 | H3388-002-0 | |
| CDPHP Clear Rx | $100 | $6,400 | $250 | H3388-020-0 | |
| CDPHP Core | $0 | $6,100 | N/A | H3388-001-0 | |
| Senior Blue 652 | $104 | $6,700 | $615 | H3384-013-0 | |
| VNS Health EasyCare | $25 | $9,250 | $500 | H5549-012-0 | |
| Aetna Medicare Signature | $0 | $9,250 | $615 | H3312-062-0 | |
| Trinity Health Plan New York Cash Back | $0 | $8,500 | $275 | H9827-004-0 | |
| Trinity Health Plan New York Glory No RX | $0 | $5,500 | N/A | H9827-003-0 | |
| Trinity Health Plan New York No Premium | $0 | $6,750 | $125 | H9827-001-0 |
What is the total number of HMO plans offered in Albany?
There are 10 HMO plans in 2026, covering 12,813 enrollees.
How much do HMO plans cost in Albany?
The average HMO premium in Albany is $36.40 per month, with 6 plans offering $0 premiums.
What is the top HMO by enrollment in Albany?
CDPHP $0 Medicare Rx (HMO) is the top HMO in Albany, with 5,680 enrollees.
What is the number of HMO plans without Part D coverage in Albany?
2 HMO plans in Albany do not include prescription drug coverage.
Medicare Advantage HMO-POS Plans
HMO-POS plans are structured like HMOs, requiring in-network care for the lowest costs, while allowing limited out-of-network access at higher cost. This provides added flexibility compared with standard HMO plans.
- Total HMO-POS Plans
- 10
- Average Monthly Premium
- $14.85/mo
- Total HMO-POS Enrollment
- 2,663
- $0 Premium HMO-POS Plans
- 8
- Average MOOP
- $7,780
- Top HMO-POS by Enrollment
- AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC NY-29 (HMO-POS) — 1,365 enrollees
- HMO-POS Plans Without Drug Coverage
- 4
| Plan Name | CMS Stars* | Premium/Mo | MOOP | Rx Ded. | CMS ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EmblemHealth VIP Value | $0 | $7,500 | $215 | H3330-048-0 | |
| MVP Medicare Preferred Gold without Part D | $0 | $7,200 | N/A | H3305-020-0 | |
| MVP Medicare Secure Plus with Part D | $116 | $6,000 | $400 | H3305-022-0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC NY-29 | $0 | $6,700 | $600 | H3379-052-0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx NY-MA3 | $0 | $6,700 | N/A | H3379-060-0 | |
| Wellcare Fidelis Assist | $33 | $9,250 | $615 | H5599-002-0 | |
| Wellcare Fidelis Patriot Simple | $0 | $9,250 | N/A | H5599-010-0 | |
| Wellcare Fidelis Simple | $0 | $9,250 | $615 | H5599-004-0 | |
| Wellcare Patriot Simple | $0 | $6,700 | N/A | H4868-003-0 | |
| Wellcare Simple | $0 | $9,250 | $615 | H4868-019-0 |
What is the average monthly premium for HMO-POS plans?
HMO-POS plans in Albany cost $14.85 per month on average.
Which HMO-POS plan is most popular in Albany?
The most popular HMO-POS plan in Albany is AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC NY-29 (HMO-POS), with 1,365 enrollees.
How many HMO-POS plans in Albany do not include drug coverage?
There are 4 HMO-POS plans in Albany without 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 4
- Average Monthly Premium $44.25/mo
- Total PFFS Enrollment 0
- $0 Premium PFFS Plans 2
- Average MOOP $4,450
- Top PFFS by Enrollment — 0 enrollees
- PFFS Plans Without Drug Coverage 2
| Plan Name | CMS Stars* | Premium/Mo | MOOP | Rx Ded. | CMS ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellcare Advantage Enhanced | $0 | $4,300 | N/A | H2816-037-0 | |
| Wellcare Advantage Simple | $0 | $6,700 | N/A | H2816-038-0 | |
| Wellcare Premium Enhanced | $50 | $3,400 | $615 | H2816-019-0 | |
| Wellcare Premium Ultra | $127 | $3,400 | $615 | H2816-013-0 |
What is the top PFFS plan in Albany?
is the top PFFS in Albany, with 0 enrollees.
What is the number of PFFS plans without Part D coverage in Albany?
2 PFFS plans in Albany do not include prescription drug coverage.
CMS quality ratings for Medicare Advantage plans in Albany County, NY (2026) are summarized below.
| Rating Category | Number of Plans | Percent of Plans |
|---|---|---|
| 5 Stars | No 5-star plans available. | 0% |
| 4 Stars (includes 5 Stars) | 12 | 36% |
| 3 Stars | 21 | 64% |
| Below 3 Stars | 0 | 0% |
| Not Rated | 3 | 8% |
| Average Rating | 3.62 | |
* CMS assigns Medicare Advantage star ratings annually based on plan quality and performance measures.
- CMS.gov, Medicare Advantage Landscape Source Files — Last accessed August 15, 2026
- CMS.gov, Medicare Part C & D Performance Data — Last accessed August 15, 2026
- CMS.gov, Medicare Advantage & Part D Contract and Enrollment Data — Last accessed August 15, 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, "Compare Original Medicare & Medicare Advantage" — 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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