2026 Medicare Advantage Plans in Runnels County, TX
Last update: . Enrollment data updated: May 2, 2026
For 2026, Runnels County, TX includes 15 Medicare Advantage plans. Enrollment across these plans totals approximately 326, with 11 $0 premium options and 20% rated 4 stars or higher.
This page and its statistics exclude Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans (SNPs). Special Needs Plans in Runnels County, TX are summarized separately. Visit Medicare Options in Runnels County, TX 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
- 12
- Average Monthly Premium
- $23.25/mo
- Total PPO Enrollment
- 312
- $0 Premium PPO Plans
- 8
- Average MOOP
- $7,446
- Top PPO by Enrollment
- HumanaChoice H7617-027 (PPO) — 102 enrollees
- PPO Plans Without Drug Coverage
- 5
| Plan Name | CMS Stars* | Premium/Mo | MOOP | Rx Ded. | CMS ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Humana USAA Honor Giveback | $0 | $7,900 | N/A | H7617-062-0 | |
| HumanaChoice H7617-027 | $36 | $7,650 | $615 | H7617-027-0 | |
| 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 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 Complete | $0 | $6,750 | $450 | H8634-023-0 | |
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Dental Premier | $0 | $6,750 | $615 | H8634-024-0 | |
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Health Choice | $0 | $9,250 | $615 | H8634-025-0 | |
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Protect | $0 | $6,950 | N/A | H8634-026-0 |
- What is the average monthly premium for PPO plans in Runnels?
- PPO plans in Runnels cost $23.25 per month on average.
- Which PPO plan has the highest enrollment in Runnels?
- The most popular PPO plan in Runnels is HumanaChoice H7617-027 (PPO), with 102 enrollees.
- How many PPO plans in Runnels do not include prescription drug coverage?
- 5 PPO plans in Runnels 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Dental Value | $0 | $5,200 | $615 | H9706-007-0 | |
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Secure | $0 | $4,200 | $450 | H9706-005-0 |
What is the total number of HMO plans offered in Runnels?
There are 2 HMO plans in 2026, covering 14 enrollees.
How much do HMO plans cost in Runnels?
The average HMO premium in Runnels is $0.00 per month, with 2 plans offering $0 premiums.
What is the top HMO by enrollment in Runnels?
Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Secure (HMO) is the top HMO in Runnels, with 14 enrollees.
What is the number of HMO plans without Part D coverage in Runnels?
0 HMO plans in Runnels 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
- 1
- Average Monthly Premium
- $0.00/mo
- Total HMO-POS Enrollment
- 0
- $0 Premium HMO-POS Plans
- 1
- Average MOOP
- $9,250
- Top HMO-POS by Enrollment
- — 0 enrollees
- HMO-POS Plans Without Drug Coverage
- 0
| Plan Name | CMS Stars* | Premium/Mo | MOOP | Rx Ded. | CMS ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellcare Simple Value | $0 | $9,250 | $615 | H4506-030-0 |
What is the average monthly premium for HMO-POS plans?
HMO-POS plans in Runnels cost $0.00 per month on average.
Which HMO-POS plan is most popular in Runnels?
The most popular HMO-POS plan in Runnels is , with 0 enrollees.
How many HMO-POS plans in Runnels do not include drug coverage?
There are 0 HMO-POS plans in Runnels without prescription drug coverage.
CMS quality ratings for Medicare Advantage plans in Runnels County, TX (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) | 3 | 20% |
| 3 Stars | 10 | 67% |
| Below 3 Stars | 2 | 13% |
| Not Rated | 0 | 0% |
| Average Rating | 3.4 | |
* 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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