- Entity
- county:north-carolina-avery-37011
- Digest
- 2027-county-ma-aggregate
- Population Scope
- Standard Medicare Advantage plans only; Special Needs Plans (SNPs) excluded
- Source URL
- https://www.medicareplans.com/medicare-advantage/north-carolina/avery/
- Glossary Scope
- cms_landscape
- Fragment Scope
- semantic-digest
- Method
- https://webmem.com/protocol/serialization/html/
- fragment-county-plan-index
- Total Standard Medicare Advantage Plans
- 43
- PPO Plans
- 23
- HMO Plans
- 7
- HMO-POS Plans
- 12
- PFFS Plans
- 1
- Average Monthly Premium
- 12.48
- Average MOOP
- 7968.6
- Average Part D Deductible
- 618.33
- $0 Premium Plans
- 32
- Plans Without Part D Coverage
- 10
- Average CMS Star Rating
- 4
- $0 Premium Plan Share
- 74.42
- 5-Star Plan Share
- 0
- 4+ Star Plan Share
- 81
- 3-Star Plan Share
- 19
- Below 3-Star Plan Share
- 0
- Not-Rated Plan Share
- 2
- PPO Average Monthly Premium
- 15.93
- PPO Average MOOP
- 8578.26
- PPO Enrollment
- 339
- PPO $0 Premium Plans
- 16
- PPO Plans Without Part D Coverage
- 8
- HMO Average Monthly Premium
- 0
- HMO Average MOOP
- 6428.57
- HMO Enrollment
- 108
- HMO $0 Premium Plans
- 7
- HMO Plans Without Part D Coverage
- 0
- HMO-POS Average Monthly Premium
- 10.61
- HMO-POS Average MOOP
- 7541.67
- HMO-POS Enrollment
- 770
- HMO-POS $0 Premium Plans
- 9
- HMO-POS Plans Without Part D Coverage
- 2
- PFFS Average Monthly Premium
- 43
- PFFS Average MOOP
- 9850
- PFFS Enrollment
- 12
- PFFS $0 Premium Plans
- 0
- PFFS Plans Without Part D Coverage
- 0
- Entity
- county:north-carolina-avery-37011
- Digest
- 2027-county-ma-aggregate
- Population Scope
- Standard Medicare Advantage plans only; Special Needs Plans (SNPs) excluded
- Source URL
- https://www.medicareplans.com/medicare-advantage/north-carolina/avery/
- Glossary Scope
- cms_landscape
- Fragment Scope
- semantic-digest
- Method
- https://webmem.com/protocol/serialization/html/
- fragment-north-carolina-avery-37011-landscape-stats
- Plans Indexed
- 43
- Standard Medicare Advantage Plans
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Alignment Health Platinum 010
H5296-010-0 -
Alignment Health Smart 006
H5296-006-0 -
Blue Medicare Freedom+
H3404-004-0 -
Blue Medicare PPO Enhanced
H3404-003-2 -
DEVOTED CORE 029 NC
H5299-029-0 -
DEVOTED GIVEBACK 030 NC
H5299-030-0 -
DEVOTED GIVEBACK EXTRAS 044 NC
H5299-044-0 -
Humana Gold Plus Giveback H1036-343
H1036-343-0 -
Humana Gold Plus H1036-137
H1036-137-0 -
Humana Gold Plus H1036-335
H1036-335-2 -
HumanaChoice H7617-122
H7617-122-0 -
AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC NC-0009
H5253-080-0 -
AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC NC-24
H5253-185-0 -
AARP Medicare Advantage Giveback from UHC NC-13
H5253-105-0 -
AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx NC-MA02
H5253-040-0 -
Aetna Medicare Eagle
H5521-241-0 -
Aetna Medicare Enhanced
H5521-139-0 -
Aetna Medicare Signature
H5521-236-0 -
Aetna Medicare Signature Giveback
H5521-348-0 -
Blue Medicare Enhanced
H3449-024-3 -
Blue Medicare Essential
H3449-027-2 -
Blue Medicare Essential Plus
H3449-023-5 -
Blue Medicare Medical Only
H3449-012-0 -
DEVOTED CHOICE 005 NC
H9700-005-0 -
DEVOTED CHOICE GIVEBACK 006 NC
H9700-006-0 -
DEVOTED CHOICE MA ONLY 007 NC
H9700-007-0 -
Humana Gold Choice H8145-004
H8145-004-0 -
Humana Gold Plus H6622-026
H6622-026-0 -
Humana USAA Honor Giveback
H5525-065-0 -
Humana USAA Honor Giveback
H5216-343-0 -
HumanaChoice Giveback H5216-017
H5216-017-0 -
HumanaChoice Giveback H5525-035
H5525-035-0 -
HumanaChoice H5216-211
H5216-211-0 -
HumanaChoice H5525-070
H5525-070-0 -
Aetna Medicare Value Plus
H3146-006-0 -
Humana Full Access
R0110-005-0 -
Humana USAA Honor Giveback
R0110-006-0 -
HumanaChoice R0110-004
R0110-004-0 -
Wellcare Simple
H4073-001-0 -
Wellcare Assist Open
H1914-009-0 -
Wellcare Patriot Giveback Open
H1914-011-0 -
Wellcare Simple Open
H1914-007-0 -
Alignment Health AVA 001
H7074-001-0
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Alignment Health Platinum 010
- Total Standard Medicare Advantage Enrollment
- 1229
2027 Medicare Advantage Plans in Avery County, NC
Last update: .
In Avery County, NC, there are 43 Medicare Advantage plans available for 2027. Of these, 32 offer a $0 monthly premium, and about 81% 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 Avery County, NC. Or explore all Medicare Options available in Avery County, NC.
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 23
- Average Monthly Premium $15.93/mo
- Total PPO Enrollment 339
- $0 Premium PPO Plans 16
- Average MOOP $8,578
- Top PPO by Enrollment Blue Medicare PPO Enhanced (PPO) — 116 enrollees
- PPO Plans Without Drug Coverage 8
What is the total number of PPO plans offered in Avery?
There are 23 PPO plans in 2027, covering 339 beneficiaries.
How much do PPO plans cost in Avery?
The average PPO premium in Avery is $15.93 per month, with 16 plans offering $0 premiums.
What is the most popular PPO plan in Avery?
Blue Medicare PPO Enhanced (PPO) is the top PPO in Avery, with 116 enrollees.
What is the number of PPO plans without Part D coverage in Avery?
There are 8 PPO plans in Avery without prescription drug coverage.
Medicare Advantage HMO Plans
HMO plans typically require members to use in-network providers and facilities, except in emergencies. In return, HMOs often offer lower monthly premiums and reduced cost-sharing.
- Total HMO Plans
- 7
- Average Monthly Premium
- $0.00/mo
- Total HMO Enrollment
- 108
- $0 Premium HMO Plans
- 7
- Average MOOP
- $6,429
- Top HMO by Enrollment
- Blue Medicare Essential (HMO) — 83 enrollees
- HMO Plans Without Drug Coverage
- 0
| Health Plan Name | CMS Rating* | Premium Per Mo | MOOP | PDP Ded. | CMS Plan ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alignment Health Platinum 010 | $0 | $4,300 | $225 | H5296-010-0 | |
| Alignment Health Smart 006 | $0 | $3,400 | $700 | H5296-006-0 | |
| DEVOTED CORE 029 NC | $0 | $4,950 | $650 | H5299-029-0 | |
| DEVOTED GIVEBACK 030 NC | $0 | $9,850 | $650 | H5299-030-0 | |
| DEVOTED GIVEBACK EXTRAS 044 NC | $0 | $7,150 | $700 | H5299-044-0 | |
| Blue Medicare Essential | $0 | $9,850 | $700 | H3449-027-2 | |
| Aetna Medicare Value Plus | $0 | $5,500 | $400 | H3146-006-0 |
What is the average monthly premium for HMO plans?
HMO plans in Avery cost $0.00 per month on average.
Which HMO plan is most popular in Avery?
The most popular HMO plan in Avery is Blue Medicare Essential (HMO), with 83 enrollees.
How many HMO plans in Avery do not include drug coverage?
There are 0 HMO plans in Avery 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Humana Gold Plus Giveback H1036-343 | $0 | $9,850 | $700 | H1036-343-0 | |
| Humana Gold Plus H1036-137 | $0 | $9,850 | $450 | H1036-137-0 | |
| Humana Gold Plus H1036-335 | $0 | $3,950 | $700 | H1036-335-2 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC NC-0009 | $57 | $5,900 | $595 | H5253-080-0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC NC-24 | $0 | $7,150 | $685 | H5253-185-0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Giveback from UHC NC-13 | $0 | $9,300 | $685 | H5253-105-0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx NC-MA02 | $0 | $9,300 | N/A | H5253-040-0 | |
| Blue Medicare Enhanced | $57 | $4,900 | $700 | H3449-024-3 | |
| Blue Medicare Essential Plus | $0 | $9,850 | $700 | H3449-023-5 | |
| Blue Medicare Medical Only | $0 | $3,900 | N/A | H3449-012-0 | |
| Humana Gold Plus H6622-026 | $13 | $9,850 | $450 | H6622-026-0 | |
| Wellcare Simple | $0 | $6,700 | $700 | H4073-001-0 |
What is the leading HMO-POS plan in Avery?
AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC NC-24 (HMO-POS) is the top HMO-POS in Avery, with 264 enrollees.
What is the number of HMO-POS plans without Part D coverage in Avery?
2 HMO-POS plans in Avery 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
- 1
- Average Monthly Premium
- $43.00/mo
- Total PFFS Enrollment
- 12
- $0 Premium PFFS Plans
- 0
- Average MOOP
- $9,850
- Top PFFS by Enrollment
- Humana Gold Choice H8145-004 (PFFS) — 12 enrollees
- PFFS Plans Without Drug Coverage
- 0
| Health Plan Name | CMS Rating* | Premium Per Mo | MOOP | PDP Ded. | CMS Plan ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Humana Gold Choice H8145-004 | $43 | $9,850 | $700 | H8145-004-0 |
What is the typical premium for PFFS plans in Avery?
PFFS plans in Avery cost $43.00 per month on average.
Which PFFS plan has the most enrollment in Avery?
The most popular PFFS plan in Avery is Humana Gold Choice H8145-004 (PFFS), with 12 enrollees.
How many PFFS options are available without prescription drug coverage in Avery?
There are 0 PFFS plans in Avery without prescription drug coverage.
The table below shows CMS star ratings for Medicare Advantage plans in Avery County, NC for 2027.
| Rating Category | Number of Plans | Percent of Plans |
|---|---|---|
| 5 Stars | No 5-star plans available. | 0% |
| 4 Stars (includes 5 Stars) | 34 | 81% |
| 3 Stars | 8 | 19% |
| Below 3 Stars | 0 | 0% |
| Not Rated | 1 | 2% |
| Average Rating | 4 | |
* Medicare Advantage star ratings are determined by CMS each year using a standardized 5-star rating system.
| Data Source | Publisher | CMS Version |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Source Files | Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services | CY2027 Landscape (202609.1) |
| Medicare Part C & D Performance | Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services | 2027 Star Ratings Data Tables |
| Plan Benefits Package | Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services | PBP Benefits-2027 |
| Monthly Enrollment by Contract/Plan/State/County | Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services | 2026-09 |
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.
| Publisher | Reference | Last Accessed |
|---|---|---|
| Medicare.gov | Compare types of Medicare Advantage Plans | 25 May, 2025 |
| Medicare.gov | Your coverage options | 25 May, 2025 |
| Medicare.gov | Joining a plan | 25 May, 2025 |
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