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2027 Medicare Advantage Plans in Walker County, TX

Last update: October 5, 2026.

For 2027, Walker County, TX includes 27 Medicare Advantage plans. Enrollment across these plans totals approximately 3,344, with 21 $0 premium options and 44% rated 4 stars or higher.

  • PPO Plans
  • HMO 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: $13.42/mo
  • $0 Premium Plans: 21
  • Average MOOP: $6,906 ($9,250 max. in 2027)
  • Star Ratings (Plan Mix): 4+ Stars: 44% · 3 Stars: 56% · Below 3: 0%
  • Average Part D Deductible: $503.81
  • Total MA/MAPD Enrollment: 3,344
  • Plans with the Highest Enrollment
    (as of October 5, 2026)
    1. AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC TX-26 (HMO-POS) — 516 enrollees
    2. HumanaChoice Giveback H5216-358 (PPO) — 364 enrollees
    3. AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TX-0007 (PPO) — 314 enrollees

Totals on this page exclude Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans (SNPs). SNP plans for Walker County, TX are provided separately. Or you can discover all Medicare Options in Walker County, TX. For a statewide view, browse Medicare Advantage plans in Texas to examine available plan types, average premiums, out-of-pocket limits, CMS star ratings, and the most-enrolled plans across the state.

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
13
Average Monthly Premium
$27.87/mo
Total PPO Enrollment
1,488
$0 Premium PPO Plans
7
Average MOOP
$7,692
Top PPO by Enrollment
HumanaChoice Giveback H5216-358 (PPO) — 364 enrollees
PPO Plans Without Drug Coverage
3

2027 PPO Medicare Advantage plans in Walker County, Texas (comparison chart)
PPO Plan Name Rating* Premium MOOP Rx Ded. Plan-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 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
Aetna Medicare Signature
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $7,150 $700 H2293-016-0
Aetna Medicare Signature Extra
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $7,150 $700 H3288-006-0
Aetna Medicare Value Plus
☆☆☆☆☆
$6 $7,150 $700 H3288-018-0
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-0007
☆☆☆☆☆
$10 $7,150 $685 H1278-015-0
AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TX-61
☆☆☆☆☆
$138 $9,850 $685 R6801-012-0

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

PPO plans in Walker cost $27.87 per month on average.

Which PPO plan do most beneficiaries choose in Walker?

The most popular PPO plan in Walker is HumanaChoice Giveback H5216-358 (PPO), with 364 enrollees.

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

3 PPO plans in Walker 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 7
  • Average Monthly Premium $0.00/mo
  • Total HMO Enrollment 897
  • $0 Premium HMO Plans 7
  • Average MOOP $4,943
  • Top HMO by Enrollment HealthSpring Preferred Extra Savings (HMO) — 308 enrollees
  • HMO Plans Without Drug Coverage 2

2027 HMO Medicare Advantage plans in Walker County, Texas (comparison chart)
Plan Name Rating* Premium MOOP Rx Ded. Plan-ID
KelseyCare Advantage Core
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $4,500 N/A H0332-001-0
HealthSpring Alliance
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $3,600 $500 H4513-064-0
HealthSpring Courage
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $4,300 N/A H4513-009-0
HealthSpring Preferred
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $4,000 $500 H4513-061-1
HealthSpring Preferred Extra Savings
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $7,500 $300 H4513-091-0
HealthSpring Preferred Savings
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $7,200 $300 H4513-083-1
Wellcare Simple
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $3,500 $700 H0174-010-0
What is the total number of HMO plans offered in Walker?

In 2027, Walker County has 7 HMO plans with 897 enrollees.

How much do HMO plans cost in Walker?

The typical HMO premium in Walker is $0.00, and 7 plans have no monthly premium.

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
6
Average Monthly Premium
$0.00/mo
Total HMO-POS Enrollment
959
$0 Premium HMO-POS Plans
6
Average MOOP
$7,000
Top HMO-POS by Enrollment
AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC TX-26 (HMO-POS) — 516 enrollees
HMO-POS Plans Without Drug Coverage
0

2027 HMO-POS Medicare Advantage plans in Walker County, Texas (comparison chart)
Plan Name Rating* Premium MOOP Rx Ded. Plan-ID
KelseyCare Advantage Freedom
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $6,850 $200 H0332-004-0
AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC TX-26
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $4,900 $595 H0609-060-0
AARP Medicare Advantage Extras from UHC TX-48
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $7,150 $685 H0609-080-0
AARP Medicare Advantage Giveback from UHC TX-41
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $9,850 $325 H0609-068-0
Wellcare TexanPlus Classic Simple
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $3,400 $700 H4506-003-0
Wellpoint Medicare Advantage 2
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $9,850 $105 H2593-029-0
What is the average monthly premium for HMO-POS plans?
HMO-POS plans in Walker cost $0.00 per month on average.
Which HMO-POS plan is most popular in Walker?
The most popular HMO-POS plan in Walker is AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC TX-26 (HMO-POS), with 516 enrollees.
How many HMO-POS plans in Walker do not include drug coverage?
There are 0 HMO-POS plans in Walker 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 Walker County, Texas (comparison chart)
Plan Name Rating* Premium MOOP Rx Ded. Plan-ID
Humana Gold Choice H8145-126
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $9,850 N/A H8145-126-0
What is the total number of PFFS plans in Walker?

There are 1 PFFS plans in 2027, covering 0 enrollees.

How much do PFFS plans cost in Walker?

The average PFFS premium in Walker is $0.00 per month, with 1 plans offering $0 premiums.

What is the top PFFS plan in Walker?

is the top PFFS in Walker, with 0 enrollees.

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

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

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

Quality Ratings for Medicare Advantage Plans in Walker County, TX (2027)
Rating Category Number of Plans Percent of Plans
5 Stars No 5-star plans available. 0%
4 Stars (includes 5 Stars) 12 44%
3 Stars 15 56%
Below 3 Stars 0 0%
Not Rated 0 0%
Average Rating 3.74

* Star ratings are based on CMS quality measures and reflect plan performance for the 2027 rating period.

Medicare Advantage plans listed on this page are available to eligible beneficiaries residing in Walker County, Texas, including communities such as Huntsville, New Waverly, and other areas throughout the county. Plan availability is determined by county of residence, not by city.

  • CMS.gov, Medicare Advantage & Special Needs Plan Landscape Source Files — Version: 202609
  • CMS.gov, Medicare Part C & D Performance Data — Version: 2026
  • CMS.gov, Medicare Advantage & Part D Contract and Enrollment Data — Version: 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 .

  • 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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