2026 Medicare Advantage Plans in Buffalo County, WI
Last update: . Enrollment data updated: June 13, 2026
For 2026, Buffalo County, WI includes 20 Medicare Advantage plans. Enrollment across these plans totals approximately 990, with 13 $0 premium options and 72% rated 4 stars or higher.
This page and its statistics exclude Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans (SNPs). Special Needs Plans in Buffalo County, WI are summarized separately. Visit Medicare Options in Buffalo County, WI 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
- 7
- Average Monthly Premium
- $21.43/mo
- Total PPO Enrollment
- 180
- $0 Premium PPO Plans
- 5
- Average MOOP
- $6,843
- Top PPO by Enrollment
- Humana USAA Honor Giveback (PPO) — 65 enrollees
- PPO Plans Without Drug Coverage
- 5
| Plan Name | CMS Stars* | Premium/Mo | MOOP | Rx Ded. | CMS ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Humana USAA Honor Giveback | $0 | $6,000 | N/A | H7617-022-0 | |
| HumanaChoice H7617-007 | $47 | $9,250 | $615 | H7617-007-0 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx WI-MA01 | $0 | $6,700 | N/A | H0294-014-0 | |
| Humana USAA Honor Giveback | $0 | $6,000 | N/A | H5216-258-0 | |
| Humana USAA Honor Giveback | $0 | $6,000 | N/A | H5216-355-0 | |
| 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 average monthly premium for PPO plans in Buffalo?
- PPO plans in Buffalo cost $21.43 per month on average.
- Which PPO plan has the highest enrollment in Buffalo?
- The most popular PPO plan in Buffalo is Humana USAA Honor Giveback (PPO), with 65 enrollees.
- How many PPO plans in Buffalo do not include prescription drug coverage?
- 5 PPO plans in Buffalo 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gundersen Quartz Med Advantage Basic D | $0 | $6,700 | $270 | H5262-032-0 | |
| Gundersen Quartz Med Advantage Core D | $29 | $5,900 | $270 | H5262-021-0 | |
| Gundersen Quartz Med Advantage Elite | $0 | $3,500 | N/A | H5262-005-0 | |
| Gundersen Quartz Med Advantage Elite D | $196 | $3,500 | $200 | H5262-001-0 | |
| Gundersen Quartz Med Advantage Value | $0 | $4,200 | N/A | H5262-004-0 | |
| Gundersen Quartz Med Advantage Value D | $90 | $4,200 | $225 | H5262-003-0 | |
| Cooperative Medicare Advantage | $0 | $6,000 | $275 | H7598-004-0 |
What is the total number of HMO plans offered in Buffalo?
There are 7 HMO plans in 2026, covering 297 enrollees.
How much do HMO plans cost in Buffalo?
The average HMO premium in Buffalo is $45.00 per month, with 4 plans offering $0 premiums.
What is the top HMO by enrollment in Buffalo?
Gundersen Quartz Med Advantage Value D (HMO) is the top HMO in Buffalo, with 150 enrollees.
What is the number of HMO plans without Part D coverage in Buffalo?
2 HMO plans in Buffalo 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
- 5
- Average Monthly Premium
- $71.20/mo
- Total HMO-POS Enrollment
- 513
- $0 Premium HMO-POS Plans
- 3
- Average MOOP
- $3,180
- Top HMO-POS by Enrollment
- Esteem Rx (HMO-POS) — 358 enrollees
- HMO-POS Plans Without Drug Coverage
- 2
| Plan Name | CMS Stars* | Premium/Mo | MOOP | Rx Ded. | CMS 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 Buffalo cost $71.20 per month on average.
Which HMO-POS plan is most popular in Buffalo?
The most popular HMO-POS plan in Buffalo is Esteem Rx (HMO-POS), with 358 enrollees.
How many HMO-POS plans in Buffalo do not include drug coverage?
There are 2 HMO-POS plans in Buffalo without prescription drug coverage.
CMS quality ratings for Medicare Advantage plans in Buffalo County, WI (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) | 13 | 72% |
| 3 Stars | 5 | 28% |
| Below 3 Stars | 0 | 0% |
| Not Rated | 2 | 10% |
| Average Rating | 4 | |
* 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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