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2026 Medicare Advantage Plans in Walker County, TX

Last update: September 3, 2026.

Walker County, TX has 34 Medicare Advantage plans available in 2026. These include 26 plans with no monthly premium, and roughly 53% are rated at least 4 stars based on CMS data.

Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans (SNPs) are not included in the figures shown above. View Special Needs Plans in Walker County, TX. Or explore all Medicare Options available in Walker County, TX.

  • 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: $13.28/mo
$0 Premium Plans: 26
Average MOOP: $6,341 ($9,250 max. in 2026)
Star Ratings (Plan Mix): 4+ Stars: 53% · 3 Stars: 47% · Below 3: 0%
Average Part D Deductible: $491.73
Total MA/MAPD Enrollment: 3,507
Plans with the Highest Enrollment
(as of September 8, 2026)
1. AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC TX-26 (HMO-POS) — 529 enrollees
2. Humana Essentials Plus Giveback H5216-358 (PPO) — 367 enrollees
3. AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TX-0007 (PPO) — 314 enrollees

Medicare Advantage PPO Plans

Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plans allow access to both in-network and out-of-network providers. Out-of-network care usually costs more, but PPOs offer greater flexibility in choosing doctors and hospitals.

  • Total PPO Plans 16
  • Average Monthly Premium $26.11/mo
  • Total PPO Enrollment 1,514
  • $0 Premium PPO Plans 10
  • Average MOOP $7,263
  • Top PPO by Enrollment Humana Essentials Plus Giveback H5216-358 (PPO) — 367 enrollees
  • PPO Plans Without Drug Coverage 4

Comparison table of 2026 PPO Medicare Advantage Plans available in Walker County, Texas
Health Plan Name CMS Rating* Premium Per Mo MOOP PDP Ded. CMS 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
Aetna Medicare Signature
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $6,750 $615 H2293-016-0
AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TX-0007
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $6,700 $520 H1278-015-0
Aetna Medicare Signature
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $6,750 $615 H3288-006-0
Aetna Medicare Value Plus
☆☆☆☆☆
$5 $6,750 $615 H3288-018-0
Humana Essentials Plus Giveback H5216-358
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $8,300 $390 H5216-358-0
Humana USAA Honor Giveback
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $6,750 N/A H5216-128-0
Humana USAA Honor Giveback
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $7,900 N/A H5216-348-0
HumanaChoice H5216-042
☆☆☆☆☆
$60 $6,750 $615 H5216-042-0
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
Wellcare Simple Open
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $5,900 $615 H7323-012-0
Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Preferred
☆☆☆☆☆
$110 $8,000 $450 H8634-033-0
What is the most popular PPO plan in Walker?

Humana Essentials Plus Giveback H5216-358 (PPO) is the top PPO in Walker, with 367 enrollees.

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

There are 4 PPO plans in Walker without prescription drug coverage.

Medicare Advantage HMO Plans

HMO plans typically require members to use in-network providers and facilities, except in emergencies. In return, HMOs often offer lower monthly premiums and reduced cost-sharing.

Total HMO Plans
9
Average Monthly Premium
$0.53/mo
Total HMO Enrollment
959
$0 Premium HMO Plans
8
Average MOOP
$4,828
Top HMO by Enrollment
HealthSpring Preferred Full Savings (HMO) — 293 enrollees
HMO Plans Without Drug Coverage
2

Comparison table of 2026 HMO Medicare Advantage Plans available in Walker County, Texas
Health Plan Name CMS Rating* Premium Per Mo MOOP PDP Ded. CMS Plan ID
KelseyCare Advantage Core
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $4,500 N/A H0332-001-0
HealthSpring Alliance
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $2,900 $200 H4513-064-0
HealthSpring Courage
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $4,300 N/A H4513-009-0
HealthSpring Preferred
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $3,500 $200 H4513-061-1
HealthSpring Preferred Full Savings
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $7,500 $500 H4513-091-0
HealthSpring Preferred Savings
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $6,900 $300 H4513-083-1
Wellcare Assist
☆☆☆☆☆
$5 $3,450 $615 H0174-009-0
Wellcare Giveback
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $6,900 $615 H0174-019-0
Wellcare Simple
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $3,500 $615 H0174-010-0

What is the typical premium for HMO plans in Walker?

HMO plans in Walker cost $0.53 per month on average.

Which HMO plan do most beneficiaries choose in Walker?

The most popular HMO plan in Walker is HealthSpring Preferred Full Savings (HMO), with 293 enrollees.

How many HMO options are offered without prescription drug coverage in Walker?

There are 2 HMO plans in Walker without prescription drug coverage.

Medicare Advantage HMO-POS Plans

HMO Point-of-Service (HMO-POS) plans combine HMO network requirements with limited out-of-network access. Care outside the network typically costs more, but HMO-POS plans provide added flexibility compared with standard HMOs.

  • Total HMO-POS Plans 7
  • Average Monthly Premium $0.00/mo
  • Total HMO-POS Enrollment 976
  • $0 Premium HMO-POS Plans 7
  • Average MOOP $6,071
  • Top HMO-POS by Enrollment AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC TX-26 (HMO-POS) — 529 enrollees
  • HMO-POS Plans Without Drug Coverage 1

Comparison table of 2026 HMO-POS Medicare Advantage Plans available in Walker County, Texas
Health Plan Name CMS Rating* Premium Per Mo MOOP PDP Ded. CMS Plan ID
AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC TX-26
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $4,900 $355 H0609-060-0
AARP Medicare Advantage Extras from UHC TX-48
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $6,700 $440 H0609-080-0
AARP Medicare Advantage Giveback from UHC TX-41
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $8,500 $600 H0609-068-0
KelseyCare Advantage Freedom
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $6,750 $200 H0332-004-0
Wellcare TexanPlus Classic Simple
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $3,400 $615 H4506-003-0
Wellcare TexanPlus Patriot Giveback
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $3,000 N/A H4506-010-0
Wellpoint Medicare Advantage 2
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $9,250 $300 H2593-029-0
What is the total number of HMO-POS plans in Walker?

In 2026, Walker has 7 HMO-POS plans with 976 enrollees.

How much do HMO-POS plans cost in Walker?

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

Medicare Advantage PFFS Plans

PFFS plans allow members to visit any Medicare-approved provider who accepts the plan’s payment terms. This offers broader choice than network-based plans, but coverage depends on provider participation, so acceptance should be confirmed in advance.

Total PFFS Plans
2
Average Monthly Premium
$14.50/mo
Total PFFS Enrollment
58
$0 Premium PFFS Plans
1
Average MOOP
$6,725
Top PFFS by Enrollment
Humana Gold Choice H8145-084 (PFFS) — 58 enrollees
PFFS Plans Without Drug Coverage
1

Comparison table of 2026 PFFS Medicare Advantage Plans available in Walker County, Texas
Health Plan Name CMS Rating* Premium Per Mo MOOP PDP Ded. CMS 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 average monthly premium for PFFS plans?
PFFS plans in Walker cost $14.50 per month on average.
Which PFFS plan is most popular in Walker?
The most popular PFFS plan in Walker is Humana Gold Choice H8145-084 (PFFS), with 58 enrollees.
How many PFFS plans in Walker do not include drug coverage?
There are 1 PFFS plans in Walker without prescription drug coverage.

Below is a breakdown of CMS star ratings for Medicare Advantage plans available in Walker County, TX for 2026.

CMS Star Ratings for Medicare Advantage Plans in Walker County, TX (2026)
Rating Category Number of Plans Percent of Plans
5 Stars No 5-star plans available. 0%
4 Stars (includes 5 Stars) 18 53%
3 Stars 16 47%
Below 3 Stars 0 0%
Not Rated 0 0%
Average Rating 3.85

* Medicare Advantage star ratings are determined by CMS each year using a standardized 5-star rating system.

  • 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

County-level figures shown on this page, including plan counts, enrollment totals, averages, and percentage distributions, reflect standard Medicare Advantage (MA/MAPD) plans only and are derived from CMS datasets using a standardized aggregation methodology.

Data sources and methodology documentation .

  • CMS.gov, "Medicare Advantage Plan Fact Sheet" — Last accessed 25 May, 2025
  • Medicare.gov, "Your coverage options" — Last accessed 25 May, 2025
  • Medicare.gov, "Joining a plan" — 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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