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2026 Medicare Advantage Plans in Hill County, TX

Last update: September 2, 2026.

For 2026, Hill County, TX includes 31 Medicare Advantage plans. Enrollment across these plans totals approximately 3,857, with 18 $0 premium options and 55% rated 4 stars or higher.

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

  • PPO Plans
  • HMO-POS Plans
  • PFFS Plans

At a Glance

County-level summary of Medicare Advantage plan availability and enrollment based on CMS data.

  • Average Monthly Premium: $35.77/mo
  • $0 Premium Plans: 18
  • Average MOOP: $6,605 ($9,250 max. in 2026)
  • Star Ratings (Plan Mix): 4+ Stars: 55% · 3 Stars: 45% · Below 3: 0%
  • Average Part D Deductible: $413.41
  • Total MA/MAPD Enrollment: 3,857
  • Plans with the Highest Enrollment
    (as of September 8, 2026)
    1. AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC TX-12 (HMO-POS) — 1,267 enrollees
    2. Humana Essentials Plus Giveback H7617-035 (PPO) — 342 enrollees
    3. AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TX-46 (HMO-POS) — 340 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
18
Average Monthly Premium
$36.44/mo
Total PPO Enrollment
1,445
$0 Premium PPO Plans
10
Average MOOP
$7,256
Top PPO by Enrollment
Humana Essentials Plus Giveback H7617-035 (PPO) — 342 enrollees
PPO Plans Without Drug Coverage
4

2026 PPO Medicare Advantage plans in Hill County, Texas (comparison chart)
PPO Plan Name Rating* Premium MOOP Rx Ded. Plan-ID
Humana Essentials Plus Giveback H7617-035
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $8,300 $350 H7617-035-0
Humana USAA Honor Giveback
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $7,900 N/A H7617-062-0
HumanaChoice H7617-059
☆☆☆☆☆
$20 $7,700 $420 H7617-059-0
Aetna Medicare Signature Extra
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $6,750 $615 H2293-014-0
BSW SeniorCare Advantage Basic
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $6,750 $250 H2032-002-0
BSW SeniorCare Advantage Platinum
☆☆☆☆☆
$135 $4,600 $50 H2032-003-0
Aetna Medicare Signature
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $6,750 $615 H3288-008-0
Humana Essentials Plus Giveback H5216-358
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $8,300 $390 H5216-358-0
Humana USAA Honor Giveback
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $7,900 N/A H5216-348-0
Humana USAA Honor Giveback
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $6,750 N/A H5216-128-0
HumanaChoice H5216-043
☆☆☆☆☆
$20 $7,700 $420 H5216-043-1
HumanaChoice R4182-001
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $5,950 N/A R4182-001-0
HumanaChoice R4182-003
☆☆☆☆☆
$97 $7,650 $615 R4182-003-0
HumanaChoice R4182-004
☆☆☆☆☆
$44 $7,650 $615 R4182-004-0
UHC Medicare Advantage TX-0030
☆☆☆☆☆
$102 $8,200 $600 R6801-012-0
Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Choice Plus
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $9,250 $615 H1666-006-0
Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Choice Premier
☆☆☆☆☆
$96 $6,750 $450 H1666-003-0
Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Optimum
☆☆☆☆☆
$142 $5,750 $300 H1666-022-0

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

PPO plans in Hill cost $36.44 per month on average.

Which PPO plan do most beneficiaries choose in Hill?

The most popular PPO plan in Hill is Humana Essentials Plus Giveback H7617-035 (PPO), with 342 enrollees.

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

4 PPO plans in Hill 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
11
Average Monthly Premium
$38.53/mo
Total HMO-POS Enrollment
2,382
$0 Premium HMO-POS Plans
7
Average MOOP
$5,518
Top HMO-POS by Enrollment
AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC TX-12 (HMO-POS) — 1,267 enrollees
HMO-POS Plans Without Drug Coverage
4

2026 HMO-POS Medicare Advantage plans in Hill County, Texas (comparison chart)
Plan Name Rating* Premium MOOP Rx Ded. Plan-ID
AARP Medicare Advantage CareFlex from UHC TX-47
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $6,700 $600 H4527-053-0
AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC TX-12
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $5,900 $355 H4527-002-0
AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TX-46
☆☆☆☆☆
$21 $5,500 $355 H4527-052-0
AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx TX-MA01
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $6,700 N/A H4527-024-0
BSW SeniorCare Advantage Essentials
☆☆☆☆☆
$5 $5,800 $615 H8142-009-0
BSW SeniorCare Advantage Preferred
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $4,500 N/A H8142-005-0
BSW SeniorCare Advantage Preferred Rx
☆☆☆☆☆
$143 $4,600 $0 H8142-002-0
BSW SeniorCare Advantage Premium
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $4,500 N/A H8142-006-0
BSW SeniorCare Advantage Premium Rx
☆☆☆☆☆
$255 $4,800 $0 H8142-003-0
BSW SeniorCare Advantage Select
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $5,900 N/A H8142-004-0
BSW SeniorCare Advantage Select Rx
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $5,800 $250 H8142-001-0
What is the average monthly premium for HMO-POS plans?
HMO-POS plans in Hill cost $38.53 per month on average.
Which HMO-POS plan is most popular in Hill?
The most popular HMO-POS plan in Hill is AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC TX-12 (HMO-POS), with 1,267 enrollees.
How many HMO-POS plans in Hill do not include drug coverage?
There are 4 HMO-POS plans in Hill 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 2
  • Average Monthly Premium $14.50/mo
  • Total PFFS Enrollment 30
  • $0 Premium PFFS Plans 1
  • Average MOOP $6,725
  • Top PFFS by Enrollment Humana Gold Choice H8145-084 (PFFS) — 30 enrollees
  • PFFS Plans Without Drug Coverage 1

2026 PFFS Medicare Advantage plans in Hill County, Texas (comparison chart)
Plan Name Rating* Premium MOOP Rx Ded. 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 total number of PFFS plans in Hill?

There are 2 PFFS plans in 2026, covering 30 enrollees.

How much do PFFS plans cost in Hill?

The average PFFS premium in Hill is $14.50 per month, with 1 plans offering $0 premiums.

What is the top PFFS plan in Hill?

Humana Gold Choice H8145-084 (PFFS) is the top PFFS in Hill, with 30 enrollees.

What is the number of PFFS plans without Part D coverage in Hill?

1 PFFS plans in Hill do not include prescription drug coverage.

CMS quality ratings for Medicare Advantage plans in Hill County, TX (2026) are summarized below.

Quality Ratings for Medicare Advantage Plans in Hill County, TX (2026)
Rating Category Number of Plans Percent of Plans
5 Stars No 5-star plans available. 0%
4 Stars (includes 5 Stars) 17 55%
3 Stars 14 45%
Below 3 Stars 0 0%
Not Rated 0 0%
Average Rating 3.84

* Star ratings are based on CMS quality measures and reflect plan performance for the 2026 rating period.

  • CMS.gov, Medicare Advantage & Special Needs Plan Landscape Source Files — Version: 202608
  • CMS.gov, Medicare Part C & D Performance Data — Version: 2026
  • CMS.gov, Medicare Advantage & Part D Contract and Enrollment Data — Version: 2026-08

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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Page content independently curated and maintained by David W. Bynon, Editorial Steward, using a standardized, data-driven methodology for accurate, non-commercial Medicare plan interpretation and resolution.

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