2026 Medicare Advantage Plans in Cameron County, TX
Last update: . Enrollment data updated: June 13, 2026
In Cameron County, TX, there are 47 Medicare Advantage plans available for 2026. Of these, 34 offer a $0 monthly premium, and about 45% 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 Cameron County, TX. Or explore all Medicare Options available in Cameron County, TX.
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 $28.57/mo
- Total PPO Enrollment 5,183
- $0 Premium PPO Plans 14
- Average MOOP $6,909
- Top PPO by Enrollment HumanaChoice Giveback H7617-041 (PPO) — 1,267 enrollees
- PPO Plans Without Drug Coverage 6
What is the total number of PPO plans offered in Cameron?
There are 23 PPO plans in 2026, covering 5,183 beneficiaries.
How much do PPO plans cost in Cameron?
The average PPO premium in Cameron is $28.57 per month, with 14 plans offering $0 premiums.
What is the most popular PPO plan in Cameron?
HumanaChoice Giveback H7617-041 (PPO) is the top PPO in Cameron, with 1,267 enrollees.
What is the number of PPO plans without Part D coverage in Cameron?
There are 6 PPO plans in Cameron 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
- 17
- Average Monthly Premium
- $1.11/mo
- Total HMO Enrollment
- 15,343
- $0 Premium HMO Plans
- 15
- Average MOOP
- $4,284
- Top HMO by Enrollment
- HealthSpring Preferred (HMO) — 6,820 enrollees
- HMO Plans Without Drug Coverage
- 2
What is the average monthly premium for HMO plans?
HMO plans in Cameron cost $1.11 per month on average.
Which HMO plan is most popular in Cameron?
The most popular HMO plan in Cameron is HealthSpring Preferred (HMO), with 6,820 enrollees.
How many HMO plans in Cameron do not include drug coverage?
There are 2 HMO plans in Cameron 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC TX-14 | $0 | $3,600 | $355 | H4527-013-0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Extras from UHC TX-50 | $0 | $4,200 | $440 | H4527-055-0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TX-51 | $24 | $3,600 | $355 | H4527-058-0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Giveback from UHC TX-38 | $0 | $7,900 | $203 | H4527-051-0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx TX-MA01 | $0 | $6,700 | N/A | H4527-024-0 |
What is the leading HMO-POS plan in Cameron?
AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC TX-14 (HMO-POS) is the top HMO-POS in Cameron, with 4,500 enrollees.
What is the number of HMO-POS plans without Part D coverage in Cameron?
1 HMO-POS plans in Cameron 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
- 2
- Average Monthly Premium
- $14.50/mo
- Total PFFS Enrollment
- 51
- $0 Premium PFFS Plans
- 1
- Average MOOP
- $6,725
- Top PFFS by Enrollment
- Humana Gold Choice H8145-126 (PFFS) — 39 enrollees
- PFFS Plans Without Drug Coverage
- 1
| Health Plan Name | CMS Rating* | Premium Per Mo | MOOP | PDP Ded. | CMS Plan ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Humana Gold Choice H8145-084 | $29 | $6,750 | $615 | H8145-084-0 | |
| Humana Gold Choice H8145-126 | $0 | $6,700 | N/A | H8145-126-0 |
What is the typical premium for PFFS plans in Cameron?
PFFS plans in Cameron cost $14.50 per month on average.
Which PFFS plan has the most enrollment in Cameron?
The most popular PFFS plan in Cameron is Humana Gold Choice H8145-126 (PFFS), with 39 enrollees.
How many PFFS options are available without prescription drug coverage in Cameron?
There are 1 PFFS plans in Cameron without prescription drug coverage.
The table below shows CMS star ratings for Medicare Advantage plans in Cameron County, TX for 2026.
| Rating Category | Number of Plans | Percent of Plans |
|---|---|---|
| 5 Stars | No 5-star plans available. | 0% |
| 4 Stars (includes 5 Stars) | 21 | 45% |
| 3 Stars | 26 | 55% |
| Below 3 Stars | 0 | 0% |
| Not Rated | 0 | 0% |
| Average Rating | 3.8 | |
* Medicare Advantage star ratings are determined by CMS each year using a standardized 5-star rating system.
- CMS.gov, Medicare Advantage Landscape Source Files — Last accessed June 13, 2026
- CMS.gov, Medicare Part C & D Performance Data — Last accessed June 13, 2026
- CMS.gov, Medicare Advantage & Part D Contract and Enrollment Data — Last accessed June 13, 2026
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 .
- Medicare.gov, "Compare types of Medicare Advantage Plans" — Last accessed 25 May, 2025
- Medicare.gov, "Your coverage options" — Last accessed 25 May, 2025
- Medicare.gov, "Joining a plan" — Last accessed 25 May, 2025
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