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2027 Medicare Advantage Plans in Chowan County, NC

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For 2027, Chowan County, NC includes 23 Medicare Advantage plans. Enrollment across these plans totals approximately 925, with 16 $0 premium options and 83% rated 4 stars or higher.

Totals on this page exclude Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans (SNPs). SNP plans for Chowan County, NC are provided separately. Or you can discover all Medicare Options in Chowan County, NC.

At a Glance

  • Average Monthly Premium: $16.36/mo
  • $0 Premium Plans: 16
  • Average MOOP: $8,104 ($9,250 max. in 2027)
  • Star Ratings (Plan Mix): 4+ Stars: 83% · 3 Stars: 17% · Below 3: 0%
  • Average Part D Deductible: $676.00
  • Total MA/MAPD Enrollment: 925
  • Plans with the Highest Enrollment
    (as of October 5, 2026)
    1. Blue Medicare Essential Plus (HMO-POS) — 139 enrollees
    2. HumanaChoice Giveback H5525-035 (PPO) — 126 enrollees
    3. Aetna Medicare Signature Giveback (PPO) — 100 enrollees

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
16
Average Monthly Premium
$19.96/mo
Total PPO Enrollment
585
$0 Premium PPO Plans
10
Average MOOP
$8,575
Top PPO by Enrollment
HumanaChoice Giveback H5525-035 (PPO) — 126 enrollees
PPO Plans Without Drug Coverage
6

2027 PPO Medicare Advantage plans in Chowan County, North Carolina (comparison chart)
PPO Plan Name Rating* Premium MOOP Rx Ded. Plan-ID
AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC NC-0001
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 $7,150 $685 H2001-090-0
AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC NC-0004
☆☆☆☆☆
 $34 $6,900 $685 H2001-102-0
AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx NC-MA01
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 $8,900 N/A H2001-103-0
Blue Medicare Freedom+
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 $9,850 N/A H3404-004-0
Blue Medicare PPO Enhanced
☆☆☆☆☆
 $70 $6,900 $700 H3404-003-2
HumanaChoice H7617-122
☆☆☆☆☆
 $13 $9,850 $700 H7617-122-0
AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC NC-0019
☆☆☆☆☆
 $31 $7,150 $685 H2406-115-0
Aetna Medicare Eagle
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 $7,150 N/A H5521-241-0
Aetna Medicare Signature
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 $6,750 $700 H5521-243-0
Aetna Medicare Signature Giveback
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 $7,500 $700 H5521-348-0
Humana USAA Honor Giveback
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 $9,850 N/A H5525-065-0
HumanaChoice Giveback H5525-035
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 $9,850 $700 H5525-035-0
HumanaChoice H5525-070
☆☆☆☆☆
 $13 $9,850 $700 H5525-070-0
Humana Full Access
☆☆☆☆☆
 $158 $9,850 $700 R0110-005-0
Humana USAA Honor Giveback
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 $9,850 N/A R0110-006-0
HumanaChoice R0110-004
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 $9,850 N/A R0110-004-0

What is the typical premium for PPO plans available in Chowan?

PPO plans in Chowan cost $19.96 per month on average.

Which PPO plan do most beneficiaries choose in Chowan?

The most popular PPO plan in Chowan is HumanaChoice Giveback H5525-035 (PPO), with 126 enrollees.

How many PPO options are offered without drug coverage in Chowan?

6 PPO plans in Chowan do not include prescription drug coverage.

Medicare Advantage HMO Plans

Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) plans generally require members to use in-network doctors, hospitals, and other providers, except in emergencies. Because of this structure, HMOs often have lower premiums and out-of-pocket costs than other plan types.

  • Total HMO Plans 2
  • Average Monthly Premium $0.00/mo
  • Total HMO Enrollment 83
  • $0 Premium HMO Plans 2
  • Average MOOP $7,675
  • Top HMO by Enrollment Aetna Medicare Value Plus (HMO) — 51 enrollees
  • HMO Plans Without Drug Coverage 0

2027 HMO Medicare Advantage plans in Chowan County, North Carolina (comparison chart)
Plan Name Rating* Premium MOOP Rx Ded. Plan-ID
Blue Medicare Essential
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 $9,850 $700 H3449-027-2
Aetna Medicare Value Plus
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 $5,500 $400 H3146-006-0
What is the total number of HMO plans offered in Chowan?

In 2027, Chowan County has 2 HMO plans with 83 enrollees.

How much do HMO plans cost in Chowan?

The typical HMO premium in Chowan is $0.00, and 2 plans have no monthly premium.

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
$11.40/mo
Total HMO-POS Enrollment
257
$0 Premium HMO-POS Plans
4
Average MOOP
$6,770
Top HMO-POS by Enrollment
Blue Medicare Essential Plus (HMO-POS) — 139 enrollees
HMO-POS Plans Without Drug Coverage
2

2027 HMO-POS Medicare Advantage plans in Chowan County, North Carolina (comparison chart)
Plan Name Rating* Premium MOOP Rx Ded. Plan-ID
AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC NC-26
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 $5,900 $685 H5253-187-0
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
What is the average monthly premium for HMO-POS plans?
HMO-POS plans in Chowan cost $11.40 per month on average.
Which HMO-POS plan is most popular in Chowan?
The most popular HMO-POS plan in Chowan is Blue Medicare Essential Plus (HMO-POS), with 139 enrollees.
How many HMO-POS plans in Chowan do not include drug coverage?
There are 2 HMO-POS plans in Chowan without prescription drug coverage.

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

Quality Ratings for Medicare Advantage Plans in Chowan County, NC (2027)
Rating Category Number of Plans Percent of Plans
5 Stars No 5-star plans available. 0%
4 Stars (includes 5 Stars) 19 83%
3 Stars 4 17%
Below 3 Stars 0 0%
Not Rated 0 0%
Average Rating 4.04

* Star ratings are based on CMS quality measures and reflect plan performance for the 2027 rating period.

Primary CMS datasets used for this Medicare Advantage Plan county resource.
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

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.

Secondary Medicare references and explanatory resources.
Publisher Reference Last Accessed
Medicare.gov Understanding Medicare Advantage Plans 25 May, 2025
Medicare.gov Explore your Medicare coverage options 25 May, 2025
NCOA.org 5 Steps to Choosing the Right Medicare Plan for You 25 May, 2025

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