2026 Medicare Advantage Plans in Defiance County, OH
Last update: . Enrollment data updated: May 2, 2026
For 2026, Defiance County, OH includes 43 Medicare Advantage plans. Enrollment across these plans totals approximately 2,179, with 29 $0 premium options and 65% rated 4 stars or higher.
This page and its statistics exclude Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans (SNPs). Special Needs Plans in Defiance County, OH are summarized separately. Visit Medicare Options in Defiance County, OH 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
- 22
- Average Monthly Premium
- $14.34/mo
- Total PPO Enrollment
- 942
- $0 Premium PPO Plans
- 15
- Average MOOP
- $6,939
- Top PPO by Enrollment
- Aetna Medicare Signature (PPO) — 516 enrollees
- PPO Plans Without Drug Coverage
- 9
- What is the average monthly premium for PPO plans in Defiance?
- PPO plans in Defiance cost $14.34 per month on average.
- Which PPO plan has the highest enrollment in Defiance?
- The most popular PPO plan in Defiance is Aetna Medicare Signature (PPO), with 516 enrollees.
- How many PPO plans in Defiance do not include prescription drug coverage?
- 9 PPO plans in Defiance 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Carmel MediGold Cash Back | $0 | $7,900 | $250 | H3668-030-0 | |
| Mount Carmel MediGold Glory No RX | $0 | $4,900 | N/A | H3668-013-0 | |
| Mount Carmel MediGold No Premium | $0 | $4,900 | $150 | H3668-020-0 | |
| SummaCare Medicare Amber | $0 | $3,450 | N/A | H3660-052-2 | |
| DEVOTED CORE 001 OH | $0 | $4,900 | $395 | H2697-001-0 | |
| DEVOTED CORE 022 OH | $0 | $4,300 | $175 | H2697-022-0 | |
| DEVOTED GIVEBACK 003 OH | $0 | $6,750 | $605 | H2697-003-0 | |
| DEVOTED PREMIUM 002 OH | $31 | $4,500 | $615 | H2697-002-0 | |
| Humana Gold Plus H6622-055 | $16 | $6,550 | $200 | H6622-055-0 |
What is the total number of HMO plans offered in Defiance?
There are 9 HMO plans in 2026, covering 64 enrollees.
How much do HMO plans cost in Defiance?
The average HMO premium in Defiance is $5.27 per month, with 7 plans offering $0 premiums.
What is the top HMO by enrollment in Defiance?
DEVOTED GIVEBACK 003 OH (HMO) is the top HMO in Defiance, with 51 enrollees.
What is the number of HMO plans without Part D coverage in Defiance?
2 HMO plans in Defiance 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
- 12
- Average Monthly Premium
- $20.21/mo
- Total HMO-POS Enrollment
- 1,173
- $0 Premium HMO-POS Plans
- 7
- Average MOOP
- $5,854
- Top HMO-POS by Enrollment
- Aetna Medicare Signature Care (HMO-POS) — 670 enrollees
- HMO-POS Plans Without Drug Coverage
- 0
| Plan Name | CMS Stars* | Premium/Mo | MOOP | Rx Ded. | CMS ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SummaCare Medicare Sapphire | $83 | $3,650 | $50 | H3660-029-0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC OH-5 | $0 | $5,400 | $440 | H5253-144-2 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC OH-6 | $49 | $3,700 | $355 | H5253-124-2 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Extras from UHC OH-8 | $49 | $4,200 | $355 | H5253-126-2 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Extras from UHC OH-9 | $0 | $6,700 | $520 | H5253-130-0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Giveback from UHC OH-17 | $0 | $8,500 | $600 | H5253-135-0 | |
| Aetna Medicare Signature Care | $0 | $5,500 | $500 | H0628-001-0 | |
| Anthem Extra Help | $31 | $7,350 | $390 | H3655-041-0 | |
| Anthem Medicare Advantage | $0 | $9,250 | $275 | H3655-045-1 | |
| Humana Gold Plus H6622-022 | $0 | $4,800 | $250 | H6622-022-0 | |
| Wellcare Assist | $30 | $4,700 | $615 | H0908-004-0 | |
| Wellcare Simple | $0 | $6,500 | $615 | H0908-003-0 |
What is the average monthly premium for HMO-POS plans?
HMO-POS plans in Defiance cost $20.21 per month on average.
Which HMO-POS plan is most popular in Defiance?
The most popular HMO-POS plan in Defiance is Aetna Medicare Signature Care (HMO-POS), with 670 enrollees.
How many HMO-POS plans in Defiance do not include drug coverage?
There are 0 HMO-POS plans in Defiance without prescription drug coverage.
CMS quality ratings for Medicare Advantage plans in Defiance County, OH (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) | 28 | 65% |
| 3 Stars | 15 | 35% |
| Below 3 Stars | 0 | 0% |
| Not Rated | 0 | 0% |
| Average Rating | 3.91 | |
* 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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