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  4. Ashland County

2026 Medicare Advantage Plans in Ashland County, WI

Last update: May 2, 2026. Enrollment data updated: May 2, 2026

For 2026, Ashland County, WI includes 11 Medicare Advantage plans. Enrollment across these plans totals approximately 1,087, with 7 $0 premium options and 67% rated 4 stars or higher.

Totals on this page exclude Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans (SNPs). SNP plans for Ashland County, WI are provided separately. Or you can discover all Medicare Options in Ashland County, WI.

  • PPO Plans
  • HMO Plans
  • HMO-POS Plans

At a Glance

County-level summary of Medicare Advantage plan availability and enrollment based on CMS data.

  • Average Monthly Premium: $47.91/mo
  • $0 Premium Plans: 7
  • Average MOOP: $4,705 ($9,250 max. in 2026)
  • Star Ratings (Plan Mix): 4+ Stars: 67% · 3 Stars: 33% · Below 3: 0%
  • Average Part D Deductible: $290.83
  • Total MA/MAPD Enrollment: 1,087
  • Plans with the Highest Enrollment
    (as of May 2, 2026)
    1. Esteem Rx (HMO-POS) — 436 enrollees
    2. Essence Rx (HMO-POS) — 242 enrollees
    3. Compass (HMO-POS) — 204 enrollees

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
4
Average Monthly Premium
$42.75/mo
Total PPO Enrollment
154
$0 Premium PPO Plans
2
Average MOOP
$6,288
Top PPO by Enrollment
Humana USAA Honor Giveback (Regional PPO) — 45 enrollees
PPO Plans Without Drug Coverage
2

2026 PPO Medicare Advantage plans in Ashland County, Wisconsin (comparison chart)
PPO Plan Name Rating* Premium MOOP Rx Ded. Plan-ID
Anthem Medicare Advantage 3
☆☆☆☆☆
$68 $4,500 $275 H4036-008-0
AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx WI-MA01
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $6,700 N/A H0294-014-0
Humana USAA Honor Giveback
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $6,750 N/A R5361-001-0
HumanaChoice R5361-002
☆☆☆☆☆
$103 $7,200 $615 R5361-002-0

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

PPO plans in Ashland cost $42.75 per month on average.

Which PPO plan do most beneficiaries choose in Ashland?

The most popular PPO plan in Ashland is Humana USAA Honor Giveback (Regional PPO), with 45 enrollees.

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

2 PPO plans in Ashland 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 1
  • Average Monthly Premium $0.00/mo
  • Total HMO Enrollment 0
  • $0 Premium HMO Plans 1
  • Average MOOP $6,000
  • Top HMO by Enrollment — 0 enrollees
  • HMO Plans Without Drug Coverage 0

2026 HMO Medicare Advantage plans in Ashland County, Wisconsin (comparison chart)
Plan Name Rating* Premium MOOP Rx Ded. Plan-ID
Cooperative Medicare Advantage
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $6,000 $275 H7598-004-0
What is the total number of HMO plans offered in Ashland?

In 2026, Ashland County has 1 HMO plans with 0 enrollees.

How much do HMO plans cost in Ashland?

The typical HMO premium in Ashland is $0.00, and 1 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
5
Average Monthly Premium
$71.20/mo
Total HMO-POS Enrollment
933
$0 Premium HMO-POS Plans
3
Average MOOP
$3,180
Top HMO-POS by Enrollment
Esteem Rx (HMO-POS) — 436 enrollees
HMO-POS Plans Without Drug Coverage
2

2026 HMO-POS Medicare Advantage plans in Ashland County, Wisconsin (comparison chart)
Plan Name Rating* Premium MOOP Rx Ded. Plan-ID
Security Health Plan of Wisconsin, Inc. Compass
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $3,400 N/A H5211-003-0
Essence Rx
☆☆☆☆☆
$87 $3,800 $330 H5211-002-0
Esteem Rx
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $5,000 $250 H5211-012-0
Legacy Rx
☆☆☆☆☆
$269 $2,200 $0 H5211-004-0
Security Health Plan of Wisconsin, Inc. Spirit
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 $1,500 N/A H5211-001-0
What is the average monthly premium for HMO-POS plans?
HMO-POS plans in Ashland cost $71.20 per month on average.
Which HMO-POS plan is most popular in Ashland?
The most popular HMO-POS plan in Ashland is Esteem Rx (HMO-POS), with 436 enrollees.
How many HMO-POS plans in Ashland do not include drug coverage?
There are 2 HMO-POS plans in Ashland without prescription drug coverage.

CMS quality ratings for Medicare Advantage plans in Ashland County, WI (2026) are summarized below.

Quality Ratings for Medicare Advantage Plans in Ashland County, WI (2026)
Rating Category Number of Plans Percent of Plans
5 Stars No 5-star plans available. 0%
4 Stars (includes 5 Stars) 6 67%
3 Stars 3 33%
Below 3 Stars 0 0%
Not Rated 2 18%
Average Rating 4

* Star ratings are based on CMS quality measures and reflect plan performance for the 2026 rating period.

  • 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, "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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