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2027 Medicare Advantage Plans in Schenectady County, NY

Last update: October 5, 2026.

For 2027, Schenectady County, NY includes 31 Medicare Advantage plans. Enrollment across these plans totals approximately 10,356, with 16 $0 premium options and 18% 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: $45.86/mo
  • $0 Premium Plans: 16
  • Average MOOP: $8,439 ($9,250 max. in 2027)
  • Star Ratings (Plan Mix): 4+ Stars: 18% · 3 Stars: 82% · Below 3: 0%
  • Average Part D Deductible: $621.19
  • Total MA/MAPD Enrollment: 10,356
  • Plans with the Highest Enrollment
    (as of October 5, 2026)
    1. CDPHP $0 Medicare Rx (HMO) — 3,384 enrollees
    2. CDPHP Choice Rx (HMO) — 2,366 enrollees
    3. AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC NY-29 (HMO-POS) — 1,011 enrollees

This page and its statistics exclude Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans (SNPs). Special Needs Plans in Schenectady County, NY are summarized separately. Visit Medicare Options in Schenectady 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
10
Average Monthly Premium
$51.40/mo
Total PPO Enrollment
1,539
$0 Premium PPO Plans
6
Average MOOP
$8,970
Top PPO by Enrollment
Aetna Medicare Elite (PPO) — 531 enrollees
PPO Plans Without Drug Coverage
2

2027 PPO Medicare Advantage plans in Schenectady 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 H5521-323-0
Aetna Medicare Elite
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $9,850 $700 H5521-119-0
Aetna Medicare Enhanced
☆☆☆☆☆
$149 $9,850 $700 H5521-669-0
MVP Medicare Secure Plus Choice with Part D
☆☆☆☆☆
$256 $7,500 $500 H9615-025-0
AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC NY-0015
☆☆☆☆☆
$44 $8,900 $685 H3418-004-0
Humana USAA Honor Giveback
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $4,950 N/A H5970-016-0
HumanaChoice H5970-029
☆☆☆☆☆
$65 $9,250 $700 H5970-029-0
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 Schenectady?
PPO plans in Schenectady cost $51.40 per month on average.
Which PPO plan has the highest enrollment in Schenectady?
The most popular PPO plan in Schenectady is Aetna Medicare Elite (PPO), with 531 enrollees.
How many PPO plans in Schenectady do not include prescription drug coverage?
2 PPO plans in Schenectady 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
10
Average Monthly Premium
$49.50/mo
Total HMO Enrollment
6,723
$0 Premium HMO Plans
5
Average MOOP
$7,970
Top HMO by Enrollment
CDPHP $0 Medicare Rx (HMO) — 3,384 enrollees
HMO Plans Without Drug Coverage
2

2027 HMO Medicare Advantage plans in Schenectady County, New York (comparison chart)
Plan Name CMS Stars* Premium/Mo MOOP Rx Ded. CMS ID
Senior Blue 652
☆☆☆☆☆
$122 $7,150 $700 H3384-013-0
VNS Health EasyCare
☆☆☆☆☆
$25 $9,850 $650 H5549-012-0
CDPHP $0 Medicare Rx
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $9,850 $700 H3388-014-0
CDPHP Choice Rx
☆☆☆☆☆
$139 $6,400 $250 H3388-002-0
CDPHP Clear Rx
☆☆☆☆☆
$100 $6,750 $500 H3388-020-0
CDPHP Core
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $6,400 N/A H3388-001-0
Aetna Medicare Signature
☆☆☆☆☆
$109 $9,850 $700 H3312-108-0
Trinity Health Plan New York Cash Back
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $9,250 $450 H9827-004-0
Trinity Health Plan New York Glory No RX
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $6,300 N/A H9827-003-0
Trinity Health Plan New York No Premium
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $7,900 $425 H9827-001-0
What is the total number of HMO plans offered in Schenectady?

There are 10 HMO plans in 2027, covering 6,723 enrollees.

How much do HMO plans cost in Schenectady?

The average HMO premium in Schenectady is $49.50 per month, with 5 plans offering $0 premiums.

What is the top HMO by enrollment in Schenectady?

CDPHP $0 Medicare Rx (HMO) is the top HMO in Schenectady, with 3,384 enrollees.

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

2 HMO plans in Schenectady 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
8
Average Monthly Premium
$34.38/mo
Total HMO-POS Enrollment
2,094
$0 Premium HMO-POS Plans
5
Average MOOP
$8,363
Top HMO-POS by Enrollment
AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC NY-29 (HMO-POS) — 1,011 enrollees
HMO-POS Plans Without Drug Coverage
3

2027 HMO-POS Medicare Advantage plans in Schenectady County, New York (comparison chart)
Plan Name CMS Stars* Premium/Mo MOOP Rx Ded. CMS ID
AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC NY-29
☆☆☆☆☆
$39 $7,150 $685 H3379-052-0
AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx NY-MA3
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $7,150 N/A H3379-060-0
MVP Medicare Preferred Gold without Part D
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $7,200 N/A H3305-020-0
MVP Medicare Secure Plus with Part D
☆☆☆☆☆
$165 $6,000 $500 H3305-022-0
MVP Medicare WellValue with Part D
☆☆☆☆☆
$71 $9,850 $700 H3305-038-0
Wellcare Fidelis Assist
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $9,850 $700 H5599-002-0
Wellcare Fidelis Patriot Simple
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $9,850 N/A H5599-010-0
Wellcare Fidelis Simple
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $9,850 $700 H5599-004-0

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

HMO-POS plans in Schenectady cost $34.38 per month on average.

Which HMO-POS plan is most popular in Schenectady?

The most popular HMO-POS plan in Schenectady is AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC NY-29 (HMO-POS), with 1,011 enrollees.

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

There are 3 HMO-POS plans in Schenectady without prescription drug coverage.

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

Medicare Advantage Plan Ratings in Schenectady County, NY (2027)
Rating Category Number of Plans Percent of Plans
5 Stars No 5-star plans available. 0%
4 Stars (includes 5 Stars) 5 18%
3 Stars 23 82%
Below 3 Stars 0 0%
Not Rated 0 0%
Average Rating 3.36

* 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 Schenectady County, New York, including communities such as Delanson, Duanesburg, Pattersonville, Schenectady, 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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