2026 Medicare Advantage Plans in Van Zandt County, TX
Last update: . Enrollment data updated: June 13, 2026
For 2026, Van Zandt County, TX includes 40 Medicare Advantage plans. Enrollment across these plans totals approximately 5,240, with 31 $0 premium options and 38% rated 4 stars or higher.
This page and its statistics exclude Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans (SNPs). Special Needs Plans in Van Zandt County, TX are summarized separately. Visit Medicare Options in Van Zandt 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
- 22
- Average Monthly Premium
- $14.45/mo
- Total PPO Enrollment
- 1,717
- $0 Premium PPO Plans
- 17
- Average MOOP
- $7,239
- Top PPO by Enrollment
- Humana Value Choice H5216-352 (PPO) — 313 enrollees
- PPO Plans Without Drug Coverage
- 6
What is the average monthly premium for PPO plans in Van Zandt?
PPO plans in Van Zandt cost $14.45 per month on average.
Which PPO plan has the highest enrollment in Van Zandt?
The most popular PPO plan in Van Zandt is Humana Value Choice H5216-352 (PPO), with 313 enrollees.
How many PPO plans in Van Zandt do not include prescription drug coverage?
6 PPO plans in Van Zandt 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 8
- Average Monthly Premium $2.50/mo
- Total HMO Enrollment 1,474
- $0 Premium HMO Plans 7
- Average MOOP $4,800
- Top HMO by Enrollment HealthSpring Preferred Savings (HMO) — 484 enrollees
- HMO Plans Without Drug Coverage 2
| Plan Name | Rating* | Premium | MOOP | Rx Ded. | Plan-ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HealthSpring Courage | $0 | $4,300 | N/A | H4513-009-0 | |
| HealthSpring Preferred | $0 | $4,400 | $200 | H4513-026-0 | |
| HealthSpring Preferred Savings | $0 | $7,200 | $300 | H4513-083-6 | |
| Humana Gold Plus H4461-055 | $0 | $4,250 | $615 | H4461-055-0 | |
| CHRISTUS Health Medicare Complete | $0 | $4,900 | $250 | H1189-003-0 | |
| CHRISTUS Health Medicare Guardian | $0 | $4,900 | N/A | H1189-008-0 | |
| CHRISTUS Health Medicare Plus | $20 | $4,200 | $250 | H1189-004-0 | |
| Humana Gold Plus H0028-041 | $0 | $4,250 | $615 | H0028-041-0 |
What is the top HMO by enrollment in Van Zandt?
HealthSpring Preferred Savings (HMO) is the top HMO in Van Zandt, with 484 enrollees.
What is the number of HMO plans without Part D coverage in Van Zandt?
2 HMO plans in Van Zandt 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
- 8
- Average Monthly Premium
- $13.25/mo
- Total HMO-POS Enrollment
- 2,031
- $0 Premium HMO-POS Plans
- 6
- Average MOOP
- $5,694
- Top HMO-POS by Enrollment
- AARP Medicare Advantage Extras from UHC TX-27 (HMO-POS) — 1,005 enrollees
- HMO-POS Plans Without Drug Coverage
- 1
| Plan Name | Rating* | Premium | MOOP | Rx Ded. | Plan-ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AARP Medicare Advantage CareFlex from UHC TX-44 | $0 | $6,700 | $600 | H0609-077-0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC TX-22 | $0 | $3,900 | $440 | H0609-051-0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Extras from UHC TX-27 | $0 | $4,500 | $520 | H0609-061-0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TX-0042 | $32 | $3,900 | $440 | H0609-070-0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TX-25 | $74 | $3,900 | $440 | H0609-059-0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Giveback from UHC TX-39 | $0 | $6,700 | $600 | H0609-066-0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx TX-MA02 | $0 | $6,700 | N/A | H0609-055-0 | |
| Wellpoint Medicare Advantage 2 | $0 | $9,250 | $300 | H2593-029-0 |
What is the typical premium for HMO-POS plans in Van Zandt?
HMO-POS plans in Van Zandt cost $13.25 per month on average.
Which HMO-POS plan has the most members in Van Zandt?
The most popular HMO-POS plan in Van Zandt is AARP Medicare Advantage Extras from UHC TX-27 (HMO-POS), with 1,005 enrollees.
How many HMO-POS options are offered without prescription drug coverage in Van Zandt?
There are 1 HMO-POS plans in Van Zandt without prescription drug coverage.
Medicare Advantage PFFS Plans
PFFS, or Private Fee-for-Service plans, allow access to any Medicare-approved doctor or hospital that accepts the plan’s terms. They provide wide flexibility in choosing providers, but it’s essential to verify that your preferred healthcare professionals agree to the plan’s payment rules before scheduling care.
| 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 Van Zandt?
In 2026, Van Zandt has 2 PFFS plans with 18 enrollees.
How much do PFFS plans cost in Van Zandt?
The typical PFFS premium in Van Zandt is $14.50, and 1 plans have no monthly premium.
CMS quality ratings for Medicare Advantage plans in Van Zandt 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) | 15 | 38% |
| 3 Stars | 25 | 63% |
| Below 3 Stars | 0 | 0% |
| Not Rated | 0 | 0% |
| Average Rating | 3.75 | |
* CMS assigns Medicare Advantage star ratings annually based on plan quality and performance measures.
- 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
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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