2026 Medicare Advantage Plans in Tompkins County, NY
Last update: . Enrollment data updated: May 2, 2026
For 2026, Tompkins County, NY includes 19 Medicare Advantage plans. Enrollment across these plans totals approximately 5,630, with 12 $0 premium options and 26% rated 4 stars or higher.
This page and its statistics exclude Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans (SNPs). Special Needs Plans in Tompkins County, NY are summarized separately. Visit Medicare Options in Tompkins 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
- 11
- Average Monthly Premium
- $25.46/mo
- Total PPO Enrollment
- 5,074
- $0 Premium PPO Plans
- 6
- Average MOOP
- $8,514
- Top PPO by Enrollment
- Aetna Medicare Signature (PPO) — 1,601 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 Premier | $50 | $8,900 | $615 | H5521-340-0 | |
| Aetna Medicare Signature | $0 | $9,250 | $615 | H5521-077-0 | |
| Medicare BlueBalanced | $55 | $8,000 | $615 | H3335-062-0 | |
| Medicare BlueEnhanced | $101 | $7,500 | $275 | H3335-015-0 | |
| Medicare BlueSalute | $0 | $4,500 | N/A | H3335-043-0 | |
| Medicare BlueVital | $0 | $9,250 | $615 | H3335-061-0 | |
| MVP Medicare Complete Wellness with Part D | $15 | $9,250 | $615 | H9615-024-0 | |
| 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 Tompkins?
- PPO plans in Tompkins cost $25.46 per month on average.
- Which PPO plan has the highest enrollment in Tompkins?
- The most popular PPO plan in Tompkins is Aetna Medicare Signature (PPO), with 1,601 enrollees.
- How many PPO plans in Tompkins do not include prescription drug coverage?
- 2 PPO plans in Tompkins 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aetna Medicare Signature | $0 | $9,250 | $615 | H3312-048-0 |
What is the total number of HMO plans offered in Tompkins?
There are 1 HMO plans in 2026, covering 411 enrollees.
How much do HMO plans cost in Tompkins?
The average HMO premium in Tompkins is $0.00 per month, with 1 plans offering $0 premiums.
What is the top HMO by enrollment in Tompkins?
Aetna Medicare Signature (HMO) is the top HMO in Tompkins, with 411 enrollees.
What is the number of HMO plans without Part D coverage in Tompkins?
0 HMO plans in Tompkins 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
- $33.48/mo
- Total HMO-POS Enrollment
- 112
- $0 Premium HMO-POS Plans
- 3
- Average MOOP
- $7,680
- Top HMO-POS by Enrollment
- Wellcare Simple (HMO-POS) — 49 enrollees
- HMO-POS Plans Without Drug Coverage
- 2
| Plan Name | CMS Stars* | Premium/Mo | MOOP | Rx Ded. | CMS 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 | |
| Wellcare Assist | $51 | $9,250 | $590 | H4868-016-0 | |
| 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 Tompkins cost $33.48 per month on average.
Which HMO-POS plan is most popular in Tompkins?
The most popular HMO-POS plan in Tompkins is Wellcare Simple (HMO-POS), with 49 enrollees.
How many HMO-POS plans in Tompkins do not include drug coverage?
There are 2 HMO-POS plans in Tompkins 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 2
- Average Monthly Premium $0.00/mo
- Total PFFS Enrollment 33
- $0 Premium PFFS Plans 2
- Average MOOP $5,500
- Top PFFS by Enrollment Wellcare Advantage Simple (PFFS) — 19 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 |
What is the top PFFS plan in Tompkins?
Wellcare Advantage Simple (PFFS) is the top PFFS in Tompkins, with 19 enrollees.
What is the number of PFFS plans without Part D coverage in Tompkins?
2 PFFS plans in Tompkins do not include prescription drug coverage.
CMS quality ratings for Medicare Advantage plans in Tompkins 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) | 5 | 26% |
| 3 Stars | 14 | 74% |
| Below 3 Stars | 0 | 0% |
| Not Rated | 0 | 0% |
| Average Rating | 3.53 | |
* CMS assigns Medicare Advantage star ratings annually based on plan quality and performance measures.
- 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
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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