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2027 Medicare Advantage Plans in Nueces County, TX

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For 2027, Nueces County, TX includes 31 Medicare Advantage plans. Enrollment across these plans totals approximately 19,200, with 21 $0 premium options and 58% rated 4 stars or higher.

This page and its statistics exclude Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans (SNPs). Special Needs Plans in Nueces County, TX are summarized separately. Visit Medicare Options in Nueces County, TX to see more options.

At a Glance

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
$26.44/mo
Total PPO Enrollment
3,718
$0 Premium PPO Plans
10
Average MOOP
$7,422
Top PPO by Enrollment
AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TX-0008 (PPO) — 719 enrollees
PPO Plans Without Drug Coverage
5

2027 PPO Medicare Advantage plans in Nueces County, Texas (comparison chart)
Plan Name CMS Stars* Premium/Mo MOOP Rx Ded. CMS ID
Humana Essentials Plus Giveback
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 $8,300 $50 H7617-035-0
Humana USAA Honor Giveback
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 $7,900 N/A H7617-062-0
Humana Value Choice
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 $6,500 $700 H7617-123-0
HumanaChoice H7617-059
☆☆☆☆☆
 $23 $7,700 $700 H7617-059-0
Humana USAA Honor Giveback
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 $7,900 N/A H5216-348-0
HumanaChoice Giveback H5216-358
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 $8,300 $50 H5216-358-0
HumanaChoice H5216-042
☆☆☆☆☆
 $62 $6,750 $700 H5216-042-0
HumanaChoice H5216-043
☆☆☆☆☆
 $20 $7,700 $700 H5216-043-1
Aetna Medicare Eagle
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 $4,900 N/A H3288-051-0
Aetna Medicare Enhanced
☆☆☆☆☆
 $55 $7,150 $700 H3288-009-0
Aetna Medicare Signature Extra
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 $7,150 $700 H2293-017-0
HumanaChoice R4182-001
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 $6,000 N/A R4182-001-0
HumanaChoice R4182-003
☆☆☆☆☆
 $100 $8,200 $700 R4182-003-0
HumanaChoice R4182-004
☆☆☆☆☆
 $46 $8,200 $700 R4182-004-0
AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TX-0008
☆☆☆☆☆
 $32 $7,150 $520 H1278-016-0
AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TX-61
☆☆☆☆☆
 $138 $9,850 $685 R6801-012-0
AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx TX-MA05
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 $7,150 N/A H1278-027-0
HealthSpring True Choice
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 $6,800 $700 H7849-154-0
What is the average monthly premium for PPO plans in Nueces?
PPO plans in Nueces cost $26.44 per month on average.
Which PPO plan has the highest enrollment in Nueces?
The most popular PPO plan in Nueces is AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TX-0008 (PPO), with 719 enrollees.
How many PPO plans in Nueces do not include prescription drug coverage?
5 PPO plans in Nueces 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.

Total HMO Plans
7
Average Monthly Premium
$5.14/mo
Total HMO Enrollment
5,141
$0 Premium HMO Plans
5
Average MOOP
$4,100
Top HMO by Enrollment
Humana Gold Plus H0028-029 (HMO) — 2,811 enrollees
HMO Plans Without Drug Coverage
1

2027 HMO Medicare Advantage plans in Nueces County, Texas (comparison chart)
Plan Name CMS Stars* Premium/Mo MOOP Rx Ded. CMS ID
Humana Gold Plus H0028-029
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 $3,400 $700 H0028-029-0
Humana Gold Plus H0028-070
☆☆☆☆☆
 $12 $3,400 $700 H0028-070-0
Humana Gold Plus H4461-053
☆☆☆☆☆
 $24 $3,400 $700 H4461-053-0
Humana Gold Plus H4461-060
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 $3,400 $700 H4461-060-0
HealthSpring Courage
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 $4,300 N/A H4513-009-0
HealthSpring Preferred
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 $3,300 $500 H4513-061-6
HealthSpring Preferred Savings
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 $7,500 $300 H4513-083-7
What is the total number of HMO plans offered in Nueces?

There are 7 HMO plans in 2027, covering 5,141 enrollees.

How much do HMO plans cost in Nueces?

The average HMO premium in Nueces is $5.14 per month, with 5 plans offering $0 premiums.

What is the top HMO by enrollment in Nueces?

Humana Gold Plus H0028-029 (HMO) is the top HMO in Nueces, with 2,811 enrollees.

What is the number of HMO plans without Part D coverage in Nueces?

1 HMO plans in Nueces 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
5
Average Monthly Premium
$0.00/mo
Total HMO-POS Enrollment
10,341
$0 Premium HMO-POS Plans
5
Average MOOP
$6,130
Top HMO-POS by Enrollment
AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC TX-11 (HMO-POS) — 8,661 enrollees
HMO-POS Plans Without Drug Coverage
1

2027 HMO-POS Medicare Advantage plans in Nueces County, Texas (comparison chart)
Plan Name CMS Stars* Premium/Mo MOOP Rx Ded. CMS ID
AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC TX-11
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 $4,450 $685 H4527-001-0
AARP Medicare Advantage Extras from UHC TX-52
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 $5,900 $650 H4527-056-0
AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TX-23
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 $6,000 $700 H0609-054-0
AARP Medicare Advantage Giveback from UHC TX-35
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 $7,150 $165 H4527-048-0
AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx TX-MA01
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 $7,150 N/A H4527-024-0

What is the average monthly premium for HMO-POS plans?

HMO-POS plans in Nueces cost $0.00 per month on average.

Which HMO-POS plan is most popular in Nueces?

The most popular HMO-POS plan in Nueces is AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC TX-11 (HMO-POS), with 8,661 enrollees.

How many HMO-POS plans in Nueces do not include drug coverage?

There are 1 HMO-POS plans in Nueces 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 $9,850
  • Top PFFS by Enrollment — 0 enrollees
  • PFFS Plans Without Drug Coverage 1

2027 PFFS Medicare Advantage plans in Nueces County, Texas (comparison chart)
Plan Name CMS Stars* Premium/Mo MOOP Rx Ded. CMS ID
Humana Gold Choice H8145-126
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 $9,850 N/A H8145-126-0
What is the top PFFS plan in Nueces?

is the top PFFS in Nueces, with 0 enrollees.

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

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

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

Medicare Advantage Plan Ratings in Nueces County, TX (2027)
Rating Category Number of Plans Percent of Plans
5 Stars No 5-star plans available. 0%
4 Stars (includes 5 Stars) 18 58%
3 Stars 13 42%
Below 3 Stars 0 0%
Not Rated 0 0%
Average Rating 3.85

* CMS assigns Medicare Advantage star ratings annually based on plan quality and performance measures.

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 Compare Original Medicare & Medicare Advantage 25 May, 2025
NCOA.org 5 Steps to Choosing the Right Medicare Plan for You 25 May, 2025

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