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2027 Medicare Advantage Plans in Queens County, NY

Last update: October 5, 2026.

For 2027, Queens County, NY includes 30 Medicare Advantage plans. Enrollment across these plans totals approximately 78,381, with 13 $0 premium options and 41% rated 4 stars or higher.

  • PPO Plans
  • HMO Plans
  • HMO-POS Plans

At a Glance

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

  • Average Monthly Premium: $36.22/mo
  • $0 Premium Plans: 13
  • Average MOOP: $9,502 ($9,250 max. in 2027)
  • Star Ratings (Plan Mix): 4+ Stars: 41% · 3 Stars: 59% · Below 3: 0%
  • Average Part D Deductible: $617.08
  • Total MA/MAPD Enrollment: 78,381
  • Plans with the Highest Enrollment
    (as of October 5, 2026)
    1. Healthfirst 65 Plus Plan (HMO) — 20,275 enrollees
    2. AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC NY-0012 (PPO) — 10,914 enrollees
    3. Aetna Medicare Elite (PPO) — 9,718 enrollees

This page and its statistics exclude Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans (SNPs). Special Needs Plans in Queens County, NY are summarized separately. Visit Medicare Options in Queens County, NY to see more options. For a broader perspective, explore New York Medicare Advantage plans, including statewide premiums, out-of-pocket costs, CMS ratings, and enrollment comparisons.

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
9
Average Monthly Premium
$31.22/mo
Total PPO Enrollment
29,146
$0 Premium PPO Plans
6
Average MOOP
$9,800
Top PPO by Enrollment
AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC NY-0012 (PPO) — 10,914 enrollees
PPO Plans Without Drug Coverage
1

2027 PPO Medicare Advantage plans in Queens County, New York (comparison chart)
Plan Name CMS Stars* Premium/Mo MOOP Rx Ded. CMS ID
Aetna Medicare Eagle Giveback
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $9,850 N/A H5521-320-0
Aetna Medicare Elite
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $9,850 $700 H5521-120-0
Aetna Medicare Elite Extra
☆☆☆☆☆
$47 $9,850 $700 H5521-698-0
Aetna Medicare Enhanced
☆☆☆☆☆
$79 $9,850 $700 H5521-661-0
AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC NY-0012
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $9,400 $685 H3418-001-0
Healthfirst Signature
☆☆☆☆☆
$155 $9,850 $700 H9678-002-0
Wellcare Assist Open
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $9,850 $700 H2775-113-0
Wellcare Giveback Open
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $9,850 $700 H2775-111-0
Wellcare Simple Open
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $9,850 $700 H2775-106-0
What is the average monthly premium for PPO plans in Queens?
PPO plans in Queens cost $31.22 per month on average.
Which PPO plan has the highest enrollment in Queens?
The most popular PPO plan in Queens is AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC NY-0012 (PPO), with 10,914 enrollees.
How many PPO plans in Queens do not include prescription drug coverage?
1 PPO plans in Queens 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.

Total HMO Plans
13
Average Monthly Premium
$40.62/mo
Total HMO Enrollment
39,682
$0 Premium HMO Plans
5
Average MOOP
$9,742
Top HMO by Enrollment
Healthfirst 65 Plus Plan (HMO) — 20,275 enrollees
HMO Plans Without Drug Coverage
0

2027 HMO Medicare Advantage plans in Queens County, New York (comparison chart)
Plan Name CMS Stars* Premium/Mo MOOP Rx Ded. CMS ID
EmblemHealth VIP Gold Plus
☆☆☆☆☆
$216 $9,850 $200 H3330-038-0
EmblemHealth VIP Saver
☆☆☆☆☆
$40 $9,850 $650 H3330-051-0
EmblemHealth VIP Value
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $9,850 $650 H3330-049-0
MetroPlus Platinum Plan
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $9,850 $700 H0423-004-0
VNS Health EasyCare
☆☆☆☆☆
$25 $9,850 $650 H5549-012-0
Healthfirst 65 Plus Plan
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $9,850 $700 H3359-001-0
Healthfirst Increased Benefits Plan
☆☆☆☆☆
$17 $9,850 $700 H3359-019-0
VillageCareMAX Medicare Select Advantage Plan
☆☆☆☆☆
$41 $9,850 $700 H2168-004-0
Aetna Medicare Enhanced
☆☆☆☆☆
$84 $9,850 $700 H3312-081-0
Aetna Medicare Signature Care
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $9,850 $700 H3312-074-0
Healthfirst Signature
☆☆☆☆☆
$60 $9,850 $550 H5989-011-0
Humana Gold Plus H3533-033
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $9,050 $550 H3533-033-0
Humana Gold Plus H3533-035
☆☆☆☆☆
$45 $9,250 $700 H3533-035-0
What is the total number of HMO plans offered in Queens?

There are 13 HMO plans in 2027, covering 39,682 enrollees.

How much do HMO plans cost in Queens?

The average HMO premium in Queens is $40.62 per month, with 5 plans offering $0 premiums.

What is the top HMO by enrollment in Queens?

Healthfirst 65 Plus Plan (HMO) is the top HMO in Queens, with 20,275 enrollees.

What is the number of HMO plans without Part D coverage in Queens?

0 HMO plans in Queens 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
5
Average Monthly Premium
$33.80/mo
Total HMO-POS Enrollment
9,553
$0 Premium HMO-POS Plans
2
Average MOOP
$8,340
Top HMO-POS by Enrollment
AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC NY-0005 (HMO-POS) — 4,744 enrollees
HMO-POS Plans Without Drug Coverage
2

2027 HMO-POS Medicare Advantage plans in Queens County, New York (comparison chart)
Plan Name CMS Stars* Premium/Mo MOOP Rx Ded. CMS ID
Anthem Medicare Advantage 2
☆☆☆☆☆
$34 $9,250 $240 H6988-009-0
Anthem Veteran 2
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $6,800 N/A H6988-008-0
AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC NY-0005
☆☆☆☆☆
$91 $9,250 $685 H3379-001-0
AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx NY-MA3
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $7,150 N/A H3379-060-0
Anthem Medicare Advantage
☆☆☆☆☆
$44 $9,250 $150 H8432-040-0

What is the average monthly premium for HMO-POS plans?

HMO-POS plans in Queens cost $33.80 per month on average.

Which HMO-POS plan is most popular in Queens?

The most popular HMO-POS plan in Queens is AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC NY-0005 (HMO-POS), with 4,744 enrollees.

How many HMO-POS plans in Queens do not include drug coverage?

There are 2 HMO-POS plans in Queens without prescription drug coverage.

CMS quality ratings for Medicare Advantage plans in Queens County, NY (2027) are summarized below.

Medicare Advantage Plan Ratings in Queens County, NY (2027)
Rating Category Number of Plans Percent of Plans
5 Stars 2 7%
4 Stars (includes 5 Stars) 11 41%
3 Stars 16 59%
Below 3 Stars 0 0%
Not Rated 0 0%
Average Rating 3.57

* CMS assigns Medicare Advantage star ratings annually based on plan quality and performance measures.

Medicare Advantage plans listed on this page are available to eligible beneficiaries residing in Queens County, New York, including communities such as Glen Oaks, Floral Park, Long Island City, Astoria, Sunnyside, Flushing, College Point, Whitestone, Bayside, Little Neck, Oakland Gardens, Fresh Meadows, Corona, East Elmhurst, Jackson Heights, Elmhurst, Rego Park, Forest Hills, Woodside, Maspeth, Middle Village, Ridgewood, Cambria Heights, Saint Albans, Springfield Gardens, Howard Beach, Kew Gardens, Ozone Park, Richmond Hill, South Richmond Hill, South Ozone Park, Woodhaven, Rosedale, Hollis, Bellerose, Queens Village, Jamaica, Far Rockaway, Arverne, Rockaway Park, Breezy Point, and other areas throughout the county. Plan availability is determined by county of residence, not by city.

  • CMS.gov, Medicare Advantage & Special Needs Plan Landscape Source Files — Version: 202609
  • CMS.gov, Medicare Part C & D Performance Data — Version: 2026
  • CMS.gov, Medicare Advantage & Part D Contract and Enrollment Data — Version: 2026-09

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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Page content independently curated and maintained by David W. Bynon, Editorial Steward, using a standardized, data-driven methodology for accurate, non-commercial Medicare plan interpretation and resolution.

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