2026 Medicare Advantage Plans in Blair County, PA
Last update: . Enrollment data updated: August 15, 2026
For 2026, Blair County, PA includes 63 Medicare Advantage plans. Enrollment across these plans totals approximately 15,184, with 35 $0 premium options and 74% rated 4 stars or higher.
Totals on this page exclude Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans (SNPs). SNP plans for Blair County, PA are provided separately. Or you can discover all Medicare Options in Blair County, PA.
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
- 34
- Average Monthly Premium
- $37.35/mo
- Total PPO Enrollment
- 3,950
- $0 Premium PPO Plans
- 19
- Average MOOP
- $6,850
- Top PPO by Enrollment
- UPMC for Life PPO Premier Rx (PPO) — 578 enrollees
- PPO Plans Without Drug Coverage
- 5
What is the typical premium for PPO plans available in Blair?
PPO plans in Blair cost $37.35 per month on average.
Which PPO plan do most beneficiaries choose in Blair?
The most popular PPO plan in Blair is UPMC for Life PPO Premier Rx (PPO), with 578 enrollees.
How many PPO options are offered without drug coverage in Blair?
5 PPO plans in Blair 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 16
- Average Monthly Premium $41.56/mo
- Total HMO Enrollment 8,868
- $0 Premium HMO Plans 8
- Average MOOP $6,409
- Top HMO by Enrollment UPMC for Life HMO Premier Rx (HMO) — 2,465 enrollees
- HMO Plans Without Drug Coverage 2
What is the total number of HMO plans offered in Blair?
In 2026, Blair County has 16 HMO plans with 8,868 enrollees.
How much do HMO plans cost in Blair?
The typical HMO premium in Blair is $41.56, and 8 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
- 12
- Average Monthly Premium
- $29.14/mo
- Total HMO-POS Enrollment
- 2,366
- $0 Premium HMO-POS Plans
- 7
- Average MOOP
- $5,871
- Top HMO-POS by Enrollment
- Aetna Medicare Advantra Signature Plus (HMO-POS) — 902 enrollees
- HMO-POS Plans Without Drug Coverage
- 4
| Plan Name | Rating* | Premium | MOOP | Rx Ded. | Plan-ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Security Blue HMO-POS Basic | $0 | $5,900 | N/A | H3957-043-2 | |
| Security Blue HMO-POS Deluxe | $138 | $4,500 | $0 | H3957-046-2 | |
| Security Blue HMO-POS Standard | $104 | $5,000 | $0 | H3957-045-2 | |
| Security Blue HMO-POS ValueRx | $36 | $5,500 | $0 | H3957-044-1 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC PA-0002 | $0 | $6,700 | $440 | H5253-146-0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC PA-0003 | $39 | $5,900 | $440 | H5253-147-0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx PA-MA01 | $0 | $6,700 | N/A | H5253-152-0 | |
| Aetna Medicare Advantra Eagle Plus | $0 | $5,500 | N/A | H3959-041-0 | |
| Aetna Medicare Advantra Signature Plus | $0 | $5,500 | $500 | H3959-011-0 | |
| Wellcare Assist | $33 | $5,500 | $475 | H2915-011-0 | |
| Wellcare Patriot Giveback | $0 | $7,550 | N/A | H2915-013-0 | |
| Wellcare Simple | $0 | $6,200 | $615 | H2915-003-0 |
- What is the average monthly premium for HMO-POS plans?
- HMO-POS plans in Blair cost $29.14 per month on average.
- Which HMO-POS plan is most popular in Blair?
- The most popular HMO-POS plan in Blair is Aetna Medicare Advantra Signature Plus (HMO-POS), with 902 enrollees.
- How many HMO-POS plans in Blair do not include drug coverage?
- There are 4 HMO-POS plans in Blair 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 1
- Average Monthly Premium $0.00/mo
- Total PFFS Enrollment 0
- $0 Premium PFFS Plans 1
- Average MOOP $1,500
- Top PFFS by Enrollment — 0 enrollees
- PFFS Plans Without Drug Coverage 1
| Plan Name | Rating* | Premium | MOOP | Rx Ded. | Plan-ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Humana Gold Choice H8145-163 | $0 | $1,500 | N/A | H8145-163-0 |
What is the total number of PFFS plans in Blair?
There are 1 PFFS plans in 2026, covering 0 enrollees.
How much do PFFS plans cost in Blair?
The average PFFS premium in Blair is $0.00 per month, with 1 plans offering $0 premiums.
What is the top PFFS plan in Blair?
is the top PFFS in Blair, with 0 enrollees.
What is the number of PFFS plans without Part D coverage in Blair?
1 PFFS plans in Blair do not include prescription drug coverage.
CMS quality ratings for Medicare Advantage plans in Blair County, PA (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) | 45 | 74% |
| 3 Stars | 16 | 26% |
| Below 3 Stars | 0 | 0% |
| Not Rated | 2 | 3% |
| Average Rating | 4.17 | |
* Star ratings are based on CMS quality measures and reflect plan performance for the 2026 rating period.
- CMS.gov, Medicare Advantage Landscape Source Files — Last accessed August 15, 2026
- CMS.gov, Medicare Part C & D Performance Data — Last accessed August 15, 2026
- CMS.gov, Medicare Advantage & Part D Contract and Enrollment Data — Last accessed August 15, 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, "Explore your Medicare coverage options" — 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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