2026 Medicare Advantage Plans in Cortland County, NY
Last update: . Enrollment data updated: June 13, 2026
In Cortland County, NY, there are 26 Medicare Advantage plans available for 2026. Of these, 15 offer a $0 monthly premium, and about 15% 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 Cortland County, NY. Or explore all Medicare Options available in Cortland County, NY.
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 14
- Average Monthly Premium $22.60/mo
- Total PPO Enrollment 2,950
- $0 Premium PPO Plans 8
- Average MOOP $8,375
- Top PPO by Enrollment Medicare BlueEssential (PPO) — 1,048 enrollees
- PPO Plans Without Drug Coverage 3
| Health Plan Name | CMS Rating* | Premium Per Mo | MOOP | PDP Ded. | CMS Plan ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aetna Medicare Eagle Giveback | $0 | $9,250 | N/A | H5521-323-0 | |
| Aetna Medicare Enhanced | $56 | $9,250 | $615 | H5521-520-0 | |
| Medicare BlueActive | $0 | $8,900 | $615 | H3335-055-0 | |
| Medicare BlueClassic | $53 | $8,500 | $300 | H3335-038-0 | |
| Medicare BlueEnhanced | $101 | $7,500 | $275 | H3335-015-0 | |
| Medicare BlueEssential | $0 | $8,900 | $615 | H3335-053-0 | |
| Medicare BlueSalute | $0 | $4,500 | N/A | H3335-043-0 | |
| 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 total number of PPO plans offered in Cortland?
There are 14 PPO plans in 2026, covering 2,950 beneficiaries.
How much do PPO plans cost in Cortland?
The average PPO premium in Cortland is $22.60 per month, with 8 plans offering $0 premiums.
What is the most popular PPO plan in Cortland?
Medicare BlueEssential (PPO) is the top PPO in Cortland, with 1,048 enrollees.
What is the number of PPO plans without Part D coverage in Cortland?
There are 3 PPO plans in Cortland 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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-0006 | $34 | $7,900 | $520 | H3379-039-0 | |
| 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 Simple | $0 | $9,250 | $615 | H4868-019-0 |
What is the leading HMO-POS plan in Cortland?
AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC NY-0006 (HMO-POS) is the top HMO-POS in Cortland, with 367 enrollees.
What is the number of HMO-POS plans without Part D coverage in Cortland?
3 HMO-POS plans in Cortland do not include 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
- 4
- Average Monthly Premium
- $44.25/mo
- Total PFFS Enrollment
- 34
- $0 Premium PFFS Plans
- 2
- Average MOOP
- $4,450
- Top PFFS by Enrollment
- Wellcare Advantage Simple (PFFS) — 23 enrollees
- PFFS Plans Without Drug Coverage
- 2
| Health Plan Name | CMS Rating* | Premium Per Mo | MOOP | PDP Ded. | CMS Plan 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 typical premium for PFFS plans in Cortland?
PFFS plans in Cortland cost $44.25 per month on average.
Which PFFS plan has the most enrollment in Cortland?
The most popular PFFS plan in Cortland is Wellcare Advantage Simple (PFFS), with 23 enrollees.
How many PFFS options are available without prescription drug coverage in Cortland?
There are 2 PFFS plans in Cortland without prescription drug coverage.
The table below shows CMS star ratings for Medicare Advantage plans in Cortland County, NY for 2026.
| Rating Category | Number of Plans | Percent of Plans |
|---|---|---|
| 5 Stars | No 5-star plans available. | 0% |
| 4 Stars (includes 5 Stars) | 4 | 15% |
| 3 Stars | 22 | 85% |
| Below 3 Stars | 0 | 0% |
| Not Rated | 0 | 0% |
| Average Rating | 3.42 | |
* 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 June 13, 2026
- CMS.gov, Medicare Part C & D Performance Data — Last accessed June 13, 2026
- CMS.gov, Medicare Advantage & Part D Contract and Enrollment Data — Last accessed June 13, 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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